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Holiday Tailgating Recipes – Prime Rib On Your Grill
As we enter the Holiday Week and College Football Bowl Season, I thought why not visit the art of grilling Prime Rib as a “high end” tailgating recipe? I mean, it really is not that hard to do and you certainly would be a hit with your friends and probably the other tailgaters within sniffing distance.
Prime rib has always been one of the most sought after items on the grill. This is because aside from its being quite large enough to fill up anyone, it is more moist, tender and juicy than most other cuts. This cut has been so popular that most restaurants would have it as a specialty, most of the time making a nice steak out of it. More than that, it is also great for an outdoor grill. Outdoor grilling sessions with your family are sure to be much better with some good slices of prime rib.
The common misconception people would have with prime rib is that it is quite difficult to cook and to handle. This however is false; grilling prime rib is just like grilling any other cuts of meat and would just require similar procedures or methods of grilling. Anyone who has grilled other cuts of meat before would be able to make a great prime rib the first time trying it.
Choose The Cut
One of the most common problems for prime rib is that after grilling, a lot of them would get too tough, dry and chewy. This is because the tenderness of a cut would also depend on the meat itself that is why it is important for you to know how to choose the perfect cut. In choosing, pick a cut that has a good marble of fat, not too much but just right. This is because the fat would add tenderness to the meat and would also add a good taste; too much of it however will not make it taste good.
If you could not find this at your favorite shop, then do not hesitate to ask anyone standing by. Prime rib is too basic for a good food store to miss and the people who are standing by are there to help you so never hesitate to ask them. Sometimes, they can even help you choose from a lot of different meats and could offer a lot of different helpful advices that you can really use.
Storing It
Once your cut of prime rib makes its way home, you can store it at room temperature as long as you will grill it that very same day. The most common mistake people make here is that they would immediately toss it in the refrigerator, thinking that it would spoil immediately. This however is not true. You can put it in the refrigerator however if you plan on using it some other day rather than the day you got the prime rib in.
Make sure that you do not keep the meat in your refrigerator for too long. It would be best if you would consume it within 3 days of having it in the refrigerator. Items stored in the refrigerator would tend to lose flavor and tenderness if kept for too long. You do not want this to happen to your prime rib so don’t keep it in the refrigerator for too long.
Marinating Prime Rib
To give your prime rib the best flavor possible, you have to marinate it for at least 30 minutes. A good example of a marinade would include tomato soup, water, lemon juice and Worcestershire sauce. To marinate it, put the mixture along with the beef in a container and put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, only bring it out when everything is ready for grilling prime rib.
If you should use the marinade later for a sauce or if you should reapply it to the prime rib, have it boiled for at least 5 minutes by itself. Since the meat was still raw when it was soaked in the mixture, it could carry some amounts of bacteria. Boiling it for at least 5 minutes would eliminate the bacteria in it thus making it safe to use again.
Preparation
Prepare your grill for an indirect grilling method and place a dripping pan under where the roast will be. I like to start by pre-heating the grill to 450 degrees and then reducing the temperature to about 325 degrees. Water can be added to the drip pan if you want to save the drippings for later in a gravy or sauce.
When planning your cooking time, the measurement of 12-15 minutes per pound is a good guide. When the meat reaches an internal temperature of 115 to 125 degrees, you can remove it from the grill. Remembers, the meat will continue cooking and the internal temperature will continue to rise. If a more rare cooking is desired, remove from the grill at 115 degrees, but for a more medium to well, wait until the internal temps reach 125 degrees or slightly above.
Good Grilling and Happy Holidays From the Tailgating Recipes Team.
Free Tailgating Recipe – Dessert
Having something sweet to eat can go along way towards rallying your tailgating friends. A quick burst of energy right before game time helps make sure you are loud and proud in support of your team. The following recipe is a fan favorite out of our tailgating kitchen. Easy to make and packed full of yummy goodness that will certainly please fans of all ages.
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Quarterback Blitz Bars
Ingredients:
Preparation: Heat oven to 350°F. Place butter in 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pan; heat in oven until melted. Remove from oven. Stir together graham cracker crumbs, cocoa and sugar; sprinkle over melted butter. Stir mixture until evenly coated; press evenly with spatula onto bottom of pan. Pour sweetened condensed milk evenly over crumb mixture. Sprinkle with chocolates and toffee bits. Sprinkle nuts and coconut on top; press down firmly. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool completely in pan on wire rack.
Cover with foil; let stand at room temperature several hours.
Cut into bars.
Yield:
About 36 Bars
Kick-Off Summer With A Super Deal!
Memorial Day is the official “Kick Off To Summer” and if you are like me, you can already taste some of the great things we get from the grill. You may be tailgating baseball games or lacrosse matches across the country, but the same great recipes work well in our own back yards.
Now my wife and I love to entertain. It really does not matter if we are indoors or outdoors, out camping or cooking it up in the parking lot before a ball game, we are always excited to work in new recipes as well as old favorites. In fact, May thru July is sort of like my “test kitchen” for the fall tailgating season. This is the time I work on new recipes, try ones that have been suggested and improve on existing ones to hopefully make them the “fans favorites”.
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Tailgating Recipes for Super Bowl Parties
On the eve of the NFL Divisional Title Games we have our Super Bowl Contenders in the Pittsburgh Steelers and the Arizona Cardinals. I for one did not expect either of these teams to still be in the hunt at the end of the WildCard Round let alone be the representatives from each of their conferences.
Regardless of the teams to compete……
It’s Time To Start Thinking SuperBowl Party!
Aside from New Year’s Eve and the 4th of July, the Super Bowl is one of, if not the largest and most favored parties that has no religious affiliation in the United States. Well maybe to some, football is a religion.
The best Super Bowl Parties have a number of things in common. There is plenty room to watch the game, preferably on a big screen TV or on multiple sets, there are plenty of refreshing beverages and the food is good and there is plenty of it.
If you think about it, this is an event that can last for hours upon hours with the 5 plus hours of pre-game talk, the game itself, a long half-time show and then the celebrations. You easily can cross over 2 seperate meal times.
If you are the host, you want the best for your guests and planning enough food and snacks is important. If you are a guest, you are likely bringing a dish or two to help out your gracious host.
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Tailgating Recipes
Whether you are a beginner tailgater, an experienced veteran or someone in between, it’s universally understood that tailgating is all about food, friends and your favorite team. If you want to serve great food, you have to have great tailgating recipes to keep your offerings varied and delicious. The first challenge is finding recipes that are capable of being prepared and or cooked in the out of doors and within a portable kitchen. Secondly, a person does not want to spend their entire time before the big game cooking when they could be enjoying the social aspect of the tailgating party, so making the process relatively easy is important as well. Finally, when it is time to go watch the game or pack up to head home, it certainly is no fun to be burdened with a large degree of cleanup.
So what makes a great tailgating recipe?
The first thing you want to look for planning a tailgating menu is taste. Flavorful offerings that excite the taste buds are what keep hungry fans coming back for more. Plan for a variety of tastes from sweet to spicy and from the mild to bold tasting category. Even better yet, allow your guests to layer on or customize their level of comfort and taste with various dips, spreads and condiments.
The second attribute of great tailgating recipes lies in the ease of preparation. Some recipes may require a bit of initial preparation in your kitchen at home, while others will go right to grill, pot /pan or serving tray. The best advice is to seek out a balance between menu selections that require kitchen preparation and those that can easily be performed once you arrive and get set up. The nice thing about today’s modern conveniences is the use of plastic storage containers and ziploc style bags allows the cook to prepare and store many great ingredients and even full spreads from the comforts of their own kitchen and then transport them to the game in a cooler.
The final quality of a great recipe for tailgating is that of one that does not require a multitude of special accessories or equipment. Loading and unloading a vehicle of these burdensome items can be a chore and may prevent you from bringing along other items of comfort or preference. As you plan your tailgating menu, take special note of what equipment will be needed and how you may take advantage of using some items multiple times or in a different way.
Now that you know what to look for in a recipe, check out a few of these recipes.
Mid-Western Beer Brats
Here is one of our hearty tailgating recipes that is sure to get your guests ready for the cheering and excitement of the big game. We all know that beer and sporting events go pretty well together and this recipe includes a full 6 cups of your favorite lager beer. You will certainly be a big hit when you serve this flavorful combination.
Mid-Western Beer Brats
Ingredients:
6 bratwurst sausages
6 cups lager beer
2 large onions, sliced, divided in half
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 red or green bell peppers, cored and sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
6 bratwurst buns or hoagie rolls, split lengthwise
Mustard
Prep Before You Go:
There is no prep work required for this recipe.
At The Game:
Poke holes all over the brats using a fork. Combine the brats, beer, and half the onions in a medium pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Simmer until bratwurst are firm and cooked through, around 15 minutes. Transfer the brats to a plate and save some of the liquid.
In a large skillet, heat the oil on a medium-high heat. Add the remaining onions and bell peppers. Cook until very soft, roughly 15 minutes, tossing occasionally. During the last 5 minutes of cooking, add the bratwurst to the skillet to brown them. If the vegetables start getting too dar, you can add a few tablespoons of the brats cooking liquid. Salt and pepper to taste.
Serve brats in a bun with mustard and top with sauteed peppers and onions.
Don’t Forget The Equipment:
Camping or other gas stove.
Large skillet.
Cooking Utensils.
Yield:
Serves 6.
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