Cookouts That Dazzle

Every dish here cooks up with 8 ingredients or less. From juicy steak with fresh corn relish to chili-rubbed drumsticks, these easy and delicious recipes for the grill are impossible to resist.
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Brats with Mango Relish

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A savory-sweet topping of grilled mango, onion, jerk seasoning, salt, and pepper takes classic brats to the next level.

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Flat-Iron Steaks with Avocado Butter

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Transform a basic grilled steak into a dazzling dinner with a schmear of creamy, herb-infused avocado butter. Our recipe calls for chervil or parsley, but feel free to toss in any green herb that's fresh in your garden.

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Tomato and Grilled Veggie Stack

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For a summer sandwich they'll love, layer grilled eggplant and yellow sweet peppers with juicy tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, fresh basil, and thinly sliced prosciutto.

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Barbecued Salmon with Fresh Nectarine Salsa

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Salmon on the grill is a summertime favorite and this easy recipe makes it even better. Our fresh fruit salsa balances the spice of the barbecue sauce beautifully.

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Grilled Chicken and Creamy Corn

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This supper is ideal for weeknight suppers on the patio. Our simple-to-make creamy corn makes a hearty side dish. Basil brightens it up.

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Chops and Pineapple with Chili Slaw

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Chile powder adds a touch of heat to these grilled pork chops. For a refreshing side dish, we've tossed cabbage, onion, and sweet pepper in a five-ingredient dressing.

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Fruit-and-Fire Flat Iron Steaks

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A six-ingredient marinade gives these steaks a touch of heat. Grilled chunks of pineapple, nectarine, and plum temper the spice.

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Tenderloin with Grilled Corn Relish

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A rich and creamy corn relish and bacon add juiciness to this lean cut of meat.

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Spicy Grilled Shrimp

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To make these fuss-free skewers, simply marinate shrimp in oil and Cajun seasoning before grilling. Warm orange marmalade makes a delicious (and super simple) topper.

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Ginger Peach Glazed Chicken

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A savory-sweet glaze of peach preserves, vinegar, and horseradish puts a special spin on grilled chicken thighs. Serve it with a side of grilled veggies.

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Caramelized Onion Pizza

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These fuss-free pizzas take on a smoky flavor when cooked on the grill; pita bread makes a simple base, while your favorite veggies customize each pie.

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Summer Pork Chops with Corn-Mango Salsa

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A simple-to-make spice blend adds a touch of heat to grilled pork chops; a fresh topping featuring grilled corn, mango, sweet pepper, and mint tempers the spice.

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Thai-Spiced Chicken Kabobs

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An easy-to-make blend of sweet-and-sour sauce, fresh basil, Thai seasoning, and garlic gives chicken unbeatable flavor. Serve it with juicy grilled pineapple and hot rice.

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Grilled Pork & Pineapple

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This simple supper is ready in less than 20 minutes; combine plain yogurt and orange marmalade for a quick and delicious sauce.

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Sausage-Fruit Kabobs

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For a winning warm-weather supper, brush slices of zucchini, apple, and sausage with our simple-to-make honey mustard glaze before grilling.

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Chipotle Steak and Tomatoes

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Grilled steak is flavored with an easy salt-and-pepper rub; juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and red onion complete the dish.

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Grilled Salmon with Garden Mayonnaise

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A garden-fresh mixture of celery, green onion, tarragon, lemon juice, and mayonnaise tops this simple salmon grill. Serve it with fresh grilled asparagus.

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Pita, Cheese, and Veggie Grill

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For a simple supper, fill pita bread with grilled veggies and warm feta cheese. A honey-and-Italian-dressing spread jazzes it up.

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Barbecue-Sauced Burgers

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For a special twist on classic burgers, combine ground beef with horseradish mustard, salt, and pepper.

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Grilled Shrimp and Romaine

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Seasoned with olive oil and kosher salt, this grilled shrimp is simple and delicious. Serve it with garden-fresh lettuce.

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Flank Steak with Chunky Ketchup

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Ideal for a simple supper or a casual patio party, this delicious flank steak is flavored with a chunky tomato marinade and served alongside buttermilk mashed potatoes.

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Sesame-Ginger Barbecued Chicken

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This Asian-inspired chicken takes just 25 minutes to make -- and it's full of flavor, thanks to a marinade of plum and hoisin sauces, ginger, and garlic.

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Smoked Pepper Halibut

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For a Mexican-inspired dish they'll love, marinate halibut in our easy-to-make spicy red pepper sauce. Serve it with your favorite veggies and rice.

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Portobello Burgers

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This portobello mushroom is packed with flavor, thanks to a four-ingredient marinade. Layer them with melted cheese, roasted red pepper, and fresh basil on ciabatta rolls for a simple supper you'll love.

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Spice-Rubbed Salmon

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For a simple way to flavor salmon, try our five-spice rub. Grilled cabbage, combined with juicy oranges and crisp carrots, makes a great side.

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Jamaican Pork with Melon

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Roasted peanut oil and Jamaican jerk seasoning add a punch of tropical flavor to pork and melon skewers.

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Chuckwagon Goat Cheese Burgers with Onion Jam

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Goat cheese and homemade onion jam take juicy beef burgers to the next level.

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Steak & Potato Kabobs

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Pantry-ready oil-and-vinegar dressing, thyme, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder add up to a simple marinade for steak kabobs. Complete the meal with new potatoes and sweet peppers.

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Chimichurri Chicken

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A five-ingredient Chimichurri sauce adds pizzazz to simple grilled chicken. Serve it with fresh green beans.

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