Homemade Barbecue Sauce Recipe

We love to grill around here… not only does it taste great, it also means that I don’t have to do the majority of the cooking since hubby is the self-declared grill master. What makes the dishes from the grill truly outstanding is a good barbecue sauce – preferably home made. It’s a lot easier [...]

Dijon Barbecue Sauce

We do a lot of grilling in the summer and of course use plenty of barbecue sauce during that. I also like to bake chicken in it, or baste pork chops with it while I cook them. To add a little variety, I use different types and flavors of barbecue sauce including this dijon variety.

Easy Party Dips

For your next party, skip the store-bought Ranch or French Onion dips and whip up one of these delicious homemade dips instead. They don’t take much time and taste much better than anything you get at your local supermarket.
Plus you know exactly what goes in these dips, making them a healthier and preservative-free alternative than [...]

Cucumber Relish Recipe

Here’s one of the best cucumber relish recipes I’ve come across. It’s perfect for grilling in the summer and will brighten up a meal year around. Add more or less jalapeño (or even leave it out) depending on your taste.
This relish is also great with some fresh tomatoes or grilled veggies. Top some slices [...]

Beef Kabob Marinade

We love making beef kabobs around here. If you add some big chunks of veggies (like bell peppers, zucchini and even small tomatoes), kabobs make a complete meal. We serve them with a salad and a nice chunk of rustic bread. Of course the Healthy Red Potato Salad, or the Couscous Salad would also make [...]