A Day to Honor

I have decided to take another break from blogging - I mean I had such a nice one just last week, why not do it again :)  Seriously, though, I'm just taking today off.  It's memorial day - time to honor those who have served this country - AND - It's also a great time for relaxing in the sun by the pool and grilling out.... so that's what I'm doing.  BUT, I would also like to take a quick moment to thank all who have served to protect this country.  Thank you, from the bottom of my heart.  (And an even bigger thanks goes out to my dad who served in Vietnam!  Love you Dad!!! xoxo)

Hope you all enjoy your day and I'll be back here on Wednesday with a delicious new recipe!  Until then... if you want to browse through some of my past Memorial Day posts, check out this link HERE.  You just might find something new and delicious to serve up this week!

Happy Memorial Day!

Memorial Day Ideas

I'm sure almost everyone out there has their weekend meal ideas all planned out - but in case you are looking for those last minute ideas - here are a few of our favorites:

Cocoa and Chili Rubbed Pork Chops

Grilled Buffalo Chicken Sliders

Grilled New York Strip with Balsamic Steak Sauce

Grilled Romaine Lettuce with Creamy Herb Dressing

Grilled Parmesan Green Beans

Grilled Shrimp and Mini Sweet Peppers with Benihana Sauce

Grilled Shrimp with Wasabi Mayo Sauce

The Witch's Marinated Chicken with White Wine and Parsley Aioli

Happy Grilling!!

One Year Ago:  A Small Break

A small break...

I have decided to take a much needed break from blogging this weekend....but not to worry, I'll be back with fresh new recipes on Tuesday.

For now, I leave you with a few of my favorite recipes that I think would be the hit at any Memorial Day BBQ....in case you are looking for some last minute ideas, that is :)

Be safe out there and enjoy the holiday weekend!!

Sweet and Sour Grilled Chicken

Spicy Grilled Pork Chops with Mango Pineapple Salsa

Thai Steaks with Fried Rice

Alabama Barbecued Chicken

Peanut Satay Pork Chops with Spicy Dipping Sauce

Sriracha Chicken Wings

Jalapeno Cheddar Grilled Chicken

Sriracha Coleslaw

Chorizo and Rice Casserole

Smoked Yellow Chili Poppers

Terrific Man Tacos

Memorial Day

Memorial day is a day to honor the American soldiers that have sacrificed so much so that we have the freedoms that we all very much enjoy.  There are so many that have served this country and I honor you today.  For those who have fought and for those that have died for this country, I say thank you!  Thank you for your time, thank you for your sacrifices.  I am honored to know a small handful of you too!  BUT....There is no one I'd rather thank face to face today then my father.  My dad is a Vietnam vet and he is my hero, not only for his time of service, but for so many other things that he has taught me throughout my life.  He's been there to hold my hand, he's been there to wipe my tears, he's been there to set me straight when I needed it the most.  My dad lived in a house with three women... that's right three women.. no boys... and he survived that too!  He is a man of few words, but he's always been there for me when I need him and for that one reason, I love him more then any other man in the world.  I am honored to be his daughter.  Thank you dad, for your service to this country and for all you've done for me.  I love and miss you today and every day.

With that said, most people are planning on grilling today.  I figure most everyone already knows what they are making, but if not and you are looking for last minute ideas, here are some of my favorite grilling recipes that I've posted lately.  Enjoy the day and don't forget to thank a solider today, it's the least you can do for them!

Grilled Potato Rounds 

 Hoisin BBQ Chicken

Pork Chops with Carolina Rub

Classic Steakhouse Marinated Steaks

Pepper Jack Steak Sandwiches

Honey Mustard Chicken

Have a wonderful day!  Happy Cooking....er, I mean Grilling!!!