The Memorial Day Cookout is pretty much the closest thing to May Day or Midsummer celebrations that we do in America. This three-day weekend is marked by parades (Memorial Day is about remembering those who have fallen in service) and gatherings of friends and family--usually around the family BBQ grill.
Grilling, and indeed all cooking over open fire, conveys an air of celebration and special occasion in a country where most cooking takes place indoors on a stove or in a microwave. Cooking and eating outside suggests leisure and companionship (think about it--how often do you grill when it's just you?). Grilled food just tastes better, too.
Whether you're a hot dog, steak, or burger fan, why not try to branch out this season? Alongside your protein of choice, grill zucchini, eggplant, mushrooms, and/or peppers. Try grilling a pizza, or some fruit. Salmon and swordfish steaks are great on the barbie--and let's not forget scallops, shrimp, sausages, and kebabs.
Enjoy!
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-- Posted by: Chxleube at July 14, 2009 2:50 AM