The big GRILL

It's Labor Day Weekend! I know there is plenty going on in Rapid City this weekend. You would be hard pressed to find something not to do. We've got camping, hiking, bicycling, spelunking, and good old-fashioned cook-outs. The last is something I love to do. I get to enjoy our wonderful Black Hills weather and try out some terrific new recipes at the same time. There is nothing better than kicking back on the patio, enjoy the garden flowers and cook up a delicious dish such as this:

Grilled Salmon Skewers:
courtesy allrecipes.com

INGREDIENTS
1 pound salmon filet without skin
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger root
1 clove fresh garlic, minced
pinch of freshly ground black pepper
12 fresh lemon wedges
12 skewers

DIRECTIONS
Slice salmon lengthwise into 12 long strips, and thread each onto a soaked wooden skewer. Place in a shallow dish.

In a bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, vinegar, ginger, garlic, and pepper. Pour over skewers, turning to coat. Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. When finished marinating, transfer marinade to a small saucepan, and simmer for several minutes.

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat.

Lightly oil grill grate. Thread 1 lemon wedge onto the end of each skewer. Cook skewers on the preheated grill for 4 minutes per side, brushing often with marinade, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Looking for something fun for the whole family to grill? Want to get the kids in on the fun. I've tried these delicious grilled pizzas, and let me tell you -- they are to die for. That's right -- pizza on the grill. If you have a pizza stone, I would recommend putting it on your grill and heating it up before-hand. Follow the rest of the instructions from this website link above for the best pizza you have ever tried. (Tip -- you can find King Arthur Flour at our local Safeway Store) The whole family can decorate their own pizza and then watch as it is grilled to perfection!

Be careful on this baking blog! It can be addicting and a little damaging to the waistline!

When you've had your fill of the grill -- I invite you to stop by my open house on Sunday from 1-3pm. It's new construction -- a terrific home. 4633 Kiowa Lane.