If America had a national food category, it’s safe to say that it would be barbecue and grilling. According to the Hearth, Patio, and Barbecue Association, an organization that collects industry statistics and identifies trends, the country’s passion for live-fire cooking is so strong that we purchased nearly 14 million grills in 2014 alone — and that means that we’ll be purchasing just as many (if not more) gadgets and tools to go along with all of those smokers, barbecues, and outdoor grills.
Read MoreGrilled Rosemary-Skewered Scallops
If you’re a fan of scallops then you’ll love this recipe from The Grilling Book by Bon Appetit (Andrews McMeel Publishing 2014) which brings a new level of flavor via rosemary skewers. The key to grilling scallops is to sear them really quickly, just a few minutes per side, otherwise they’ll overcook and become chewy. This recipe is perfect as a main course or an appetizer.
Read MoreGrilled Pork Tenderloin with Cherry Salsa
I read a lot of grilling cookbooks but one of my favorites by far is The Grilling Book from Bon Appetit (Andrews McMeel Publishing 2014). Under the direction of Adam Rapaport, the Bon Appetit has assembled countless mouth-watering grilled recipes including a pork tenderloin that's been paired with a complimentary cherry salsa.
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