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Grilled Shrimp and Tomato Salad
Let's continue with the grilled theme with a couple of salads woith grilled components. 4 tablespoons canola oil, divided 8 (3/4-inch thick) sliced peeled cantaloupe 1 pound extra-large shrimp, peeled and deveined (tails left on) 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle chili pepper 2 pounds assorted medium heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1/4 cup halved cherry tomatoes 1/2 cup torn fresh cilantro 1/3 cup crumbled queso fresco Chipotle-Lime dressing 9recipe follo
Tommy Centola
20 hours ago2 min read


Peaches and Cream Icebox Slab Pie
Here's another cool dessert for an out door gathering. 12 ounces gingersnap cookies (about 50 cookies) 1/3 cup plus 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar, divided 1/2 cup butter, melted and slightly cooled 6 cups chopped fresh peaches (5 to 6 medium peaches) 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt 2 tablespoons water1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch 1 (3.4-ounce) box vanilla instant pudding mix 1 cup half-and-half 4 ounces cream cheese, cubed and softened 3 cups heavy
Tommy Centola
5 days ago2 min read


Frozen Blueberry Cream Pie
Here's a nice refreshing dessert for a summer cookout. Crust: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 5 to 6 tablespoons butter, melted Filling: 1 cup fresh blueberries 1/4 cup water 3 tablespoons granulated sugar 1 tablespoon light corn syrup 3/4 teaspoon cornstarch 1/8 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest 8 ounces cream cheese, softened 3/4 cup confectioners’ sugar 1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Garnish: fresh blueberrie
Tommy Centola
Jul 202 min read


Grilled Cabbage Slaw
Here's a warm slaw straight off the grill. 1 medium head green cabbage ( about 2 1/2 pounds), cored and cut into 2-inch thick rounds 1 yellow onion, quartered 16 ounces bacon 6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley 1 tablespoon Creole mustard 1 tablespoon honey 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon ground black pepper 1 1/2 cups chopped toasted pecans Spray grill rack with nonflammable cooking spray. Oreheat grill to high heat (400 to 450℉). Grill cabbage and
Tommy Centola
Jul 161 min read
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