Grilling can be as affordable as it is fun.
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It’s no secret that feeding ourselves and the ones we love isnt cheap.
Im always surprised by how much a bag or two of groceries can hit the wallet.
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I want to stretch those dollars as far as possible while still eating food that I love.
Of course, when it comes to summer, you know that Im not turning on the oven.
The grill is a girls best friend.
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Ground chicken, pork, and beef are also affordable options that shine on the grill.
Well use these for grilled meatballs and burgers, which only need a few condiments to complete the meal.
It takes the guesswork (and stress!)
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out of cooking meat.
Look for marbled pork shoulder and pork belly for these meaty skewers.
Elizabeth Ann Quirino says If you cant find banana ketchup, use tomato ketchup.
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Calamansi juice can be swapped for lemon juice.
No rolling pin required.
Serve with agreen saladandgarlic bread.
Marta Rivera
see to it to use flat skewers to keep them from spinning on the grill.
Mojo Marinated Grilled Pork Kebabs
You won’t be able to stop eating these skewers.
These only take 10 minutes to cook but allow 2 hours to marinate beforehand.
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Smoked Chicken Wings
Chicken wings are a quintessential crowd-pleaser.
Cooked low and slow, the smoke from cherry wood adds extra flavor.
You dont need a dedicated smoker to smoke these wings.
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Basting the carrots with a combination of yellow and dijon mustard.
But dont let that stop you from grilling it!
Add a flavorful marinade like this one of garlic, lime juice, and chili powder.
Nick Evans
Let it sit for 2 hours before grilling.
1 1/2 pounds easily feeds 3 to 4 people.
Herb Chicken Burgers
Ground chicken is a lean, inexpensive meat.
Nick Evans
Mix it with an egg, breadcrumbs, and seasonings and form into patties for the ultimate chicken burger.
Use an instant read thermometer to keep from overcooking and drying out.
Make the most of these juicy berries by making a bright salsa to top fish tacos.
Sabrina Modelle
I love that these use precooked sausages and inexpensive vegetables.
confirm to use heavy duty foil and avoid a big mess.
Citrus-Brined Grilled Pork Chops
A simple citrus brine is the secret to these grilled boneless pork chops.
Sally Vargas
It tenderizes and adds another layer of flavor.
Look for pork chops that are about 1/2 inch thick and grill until the internal temperature is 145 degrees.
Choose your favorite sauce and remember to keep the grill from getting too hot and over-charring the chicken.
Nick Evans
Dried mushrooms add an extra savory element but you could substitute breadcrumbs if desired.
The crispy skin and tender meat speaks for itself.
Cut it into pieces or make shredded chicken sandwiches withBBQ sauce.
Ciara Kehoe
You could also use a soda can instead of beer can if you prefer.
Frozen Pizza on the Grill
Grilling does not get more affordable or less complicated than this.
The crust gets incredibly crisp, plus the pizza develops a nice smoky flavor.
Lori Rice
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