Summer Grilling Menus

Summer is the barbecue and grilling season. For some of us it is an extreme treat to be able to cook over a wood or charcoal fire. The flavor it adds to food is incredible and can't be duplicated on a gas grill. Grilling outdoors in the summer is also good because you don't have to heat up the whole house by firing up the stove.

If you don't see somethng you like below check out our Barbecue and Grilling section for lots of great recipes.

I have put together some menus that are the best of the best in summer cooking. I am sure there is something for everybody.

Light and Easy
Grilled Lemon Chicken
Fresh Tomato Salad

Cracked Wheat Salad
Strawberry Rhubarb Pie

Beef Lovers
Chili Rubbed Porterhouse Steaks
Bacon and Molasses Beans
Corn and Avocado Salsa
Avocado and Jicama Salad
Fruit & Cheese Quesadillas

Pork Rules!
Grilled Spiced Double-Thick Pork Chops
Tomatillo Salsa
Midwestern Potato Salad
Watercress, Orange, and Red Onion Salad
Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp with Walnut Crumb Topping