GRILL SKILLS
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EVER TRIED GRILLING…
Cake? Cut thick slices of Madeira cake. Lightly brush with melted butter. Grill for 2–3 mins each side; serve with berries and cream. Lettuce? Cut romaine or Little Gem in half, brush lightly with oil and grill on a high heat until lightly charred. Drizzle with vinaigrette and serve warm. Mussels? Make a bowl out of foil. Fill with mussels, place directly on hot coals, dot with butter and cook for 5 mins, until opened. Discard any closed ones.
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SIMPLE SIDES
Mix sliced watermelon, cucumber, thinly sliced red onion and pitted black olives. Dress with lemon juice, olive oil and fresh mint leaves just before serving. Jazz up coleslaw by adding grated green apple, dried cranberries and toasted pecans. Barbecue mini corn cobs then brush lightly with mayo and sprinkle with chilli powder, crumbled feta, chopped spring onion and fresh coriander. Squeeze over lime juice.
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THIRST-QUENCHERS
Serve these refreshing pitchers with lots of ice
White wine + peach schnapps + lemonade + sliced fresh peaches = Peach sangria Oranges + vodka + ginger beer + sliced fresh ginger = Orange mule Raspberries + mint + lime slices + soda water = Raspberry mojito mocktail
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TERRIFIC TOPPINGS FOR HOT DOGS OR BURGERS
Hoisin Top sausages or burgers with mayo and a drizzle of hoisin sauce. You could also add some cucumber slices and shredded spring onion if you like.
American Soften sliced onions in butter, add ale and a pinch of sugar, bring to the boil and simmer rapidly until the onions are caramelised. Top hot dogs or burgers with a slice of cheese, the cooked onions and a squeeze of mustard.
TWO UP
Have guests with specific dietary needs? To avoid crosscontamination, buy a separate disposable barbecue to cook their food on.
Mexican Mash avocado with lime juice and seasoning. Spread inside rolls or buns, then add a sausage or burger. Top with pickled jalapeños, sliced tomato and soured cream. For more delicious barbecue ideas, visit tesco.com/realfood
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