Memorial Day is just around the corner, and that means it is time to dust off the grill and start planning our summer cookouts! Here are some tips on throwing a healthy and happy Memorial Day BBQ this year!
Don’t just dust it off, heat it up. It is a good idea to preheat your grill for about 20 minutes or so before using it to ensure a sterile surface, plus- you’ll shave a few minutes off your cooking time as well!
Be mindful of how long you leave your food out. Very often, once the food is off the grill, we leave it out on the table for hours after we’ve finished eating. Keep in mind that you do not want to let your food sit out for longer than 2 hours, and if it is hotter than 90 degrees out- bring it in after an hour.
Be supportive of your vegetarian friends and family. Sure, sometimes we may think we are doing a good deed by choosing turkey burgers for those guests that can’t eat red meat; or we’ve prepared a fantastic selection of grilled vegetables for who cannot have any type of meat at all- but did we clear a designated portion of the grill for cooking these alternatives? Keep in mind that very often in these cases, the food must be prepared completely separately and you must make a conscious effort to avoid the co-mingling of foods.
Keep the pests away from guests. Allow your guests to enjoy the food and the company you are sharing with them, without the annoyance of pesky insects. Citronella oil candles are a great way to keep these party crashers at bay, and they come in a variety of different shapes, sizes and colors, so you can choose what is appropriate to your décor.
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