Cooking Article

Next to baseball
nothing says summer like the sizzling sounds
enticing aromas
and mouth-watering flavors of barbecuing. In fact
according to a recent survey commissioned by Hormel Foods and conducted by Harris Interactiveฎ
90
percent of respondents2 agree that barbecues make them think of summer.

Where does America barbecue? According to the survey
89
percent prefer to hold family barbecues in their backyards
compared with 3 percent who prefer a public park or picnic area. Barbecues are a great way to bring the family together
entertain friends and family and enjoy the summer nights-right in the backyard!

A few simple tips
courtesy of Hormel Foods
can make your next grill-out even easier:

• Marinating musts: Marinating meat adds flavor and tenderization before cooking. Every marinade should contain an acidic ingredient
such as vinegar or wine; an oil
such as olive or canola; and seasonings
such as herbs and spices. For a no-mess solution
try a pre-marinated variety of Hormelฎ Always Tenderฎ pork.

• Barbecue in bulk: Got leftovers? No problem. Barbecue meals freeze well
and often become more flavorful when the sauce and spices are reheated at a later date. Once you have fired up the grill
cook as much as your pit can handle since your food will maintain its flavor for future meals. Then thaw
reheat and just add sauce for a delicious leftover treat.

• Fire up a fast-cooking feast: To spend more time with guests instead of the grill
choose a pre-cooked variety of barbecue meat
like Lloyd'sฎ barbeque fully cooked ribs
which cuts cooking time to less than five minutes. Just heat and eat!

• Deck out your deck: Minimal meal preparation time gives you a chance to focus on the details. To make your barbecue spectacular
set the mood by hanging lanterns around the yard
blending a signature summertime cocktail and presenting the meal on brightly colored plates.

Now that the days are long and school is out
it's easy to step outside and cook dinner on the grill. A relaxing backyard barbecue dinner will melt the stress of the workday away. Your family will love the meal
and you'll love the convenience.