Warm Weather = Good Times and Great Grilling

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The arrival of warm weather = my favorite time of the year - vacations, the great outdoors and grilling season!  I thought I’d share some simple tips for the most successful and easy grilling experiences to enjoy all season on a variety of food choices. 

First off, pick your ‘meat’.  For you big spenders, filet mignon, T-bone or New York strips are optimal.  Skirt or Flank steaks and sirloins are great options too.  Chicken is great on the grill – I prefer boneless and skinless breasts, whole (similar sizes) or cut up and skewered with some vegetables (onions, mushrooms, bell peppers, tomatoes, etc).  When making kabobs, be sure the pieces are equal in size so they cook evenly. 

Now, prepare your meat.  Marinades, rubs and sauces are the 3 easiest and tastiest ways to flavor your meat.  Be careful not to marinade your meat too long as it can toughen your meat or make it too mushy.  Safeway offers some of the best options in rubs and sauces by Rancher’s Reserve and can be found in your meat department.  My personal favorite is the Classic Steak Rub; just coat your meat with olive oil, generously apply the rub to all sides, and grill your meat.  It’s great on Beef as well as Chicken!  For a super finishing touch to your grilled meat, the Smoked Chile & Espresso Steak Sauce will certainly add pizzazz to your meal.  Made with California chili peppers, espresso beans and spices, it surely adds some kick.  Check out the wide variety of grilling and meat enhancements at a Safeway Meat Department near you! 

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