Grill Night Feels Easy With These


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This is the kind of July dinner that belongs outside if the weather cooperates. The recipes have that easy grill-night feeling, with bright lemon, tender meat, and a sauce that brings a little berry sweetness. Nothing here needs to feel fancy to be good. It is really about getting something satisfying on the table while the evenings are still long.

Garlic Scape, Lemon Grilled Chicken Tenders

Grilled chicken tenders with garlic scapes served on white plate

Lemon and garlic scapes make these chicken tenders taste fresh from the first bite. They cook quickly, which is always welcome in summer. The flavor feels bright without needing a long list of extras.

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A Grill Basket helps keep smaller grilled pieces from slipping through the grates.

Grilled venison backstrap

Grilled venison backstrap sliced and served with rosemary garnish

Backstrap cooks fast, so timing matters here. A good sear keeps the outside flavorful while the inside stays tender. This is a strong summer main when you want dinner to feel a little special.

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A Thermocouple Thermometer helps catch venison at the right temperature before it overcooks.

Blueberry BBQ Sauce

Jar of blueberry BBQ sauce with brush and smoky glaze

Blueberries make barbecue sauce feel unexpectedly summery. The fruitiness works with smoky meat, burgers, and grilled chicken. It is a fun one to keep around when the grill is already hot.

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A BBQ mitt is useful when brushing sauce near a hot grill or smoker.

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