Grilling Steak Indoors or Out

Tonight I'm grilling on my Cuisinart indoor grill. This is probably one of the most valuable cooking tools I own in my kitchen.  The plates are removable and dishwasher friendly.  One side holds the griddle plates I use to make pancakes and grilled cheese while the other side holds the grill plates.  The grill side I use for steaks, burgers, chicken or whatever your heart desires.

These are Angus strip steaks that I topped with a light coating of EVOO (extra virgin olive oil), and seasoned on both sides with garlic salt, onion salt, and lemon pepper seasoning.  Grilled 8-9 minutes on each side and served with fresh green beans.  I pay more for my organic fresh green beans this time of year but it's really worth every penny!

The sizzle of steaks on the grill is hard to resist. After the steak is finished cooking, let it rest on a plate for 5-6 minutes.  This will ensure the juices distribute inside the steak and stay inside once you cut into your meal. 

The flip side of the grill makes great grilled cheese sandwiches.

Just a pinch of simple spices and seasonings can make a difference in the taste. What are you grilling tonight?

                                     

Best Grilling Accessories

Check out a few of my favorite accessories guaranteed to make your grilling experience easier .  Do you have any to share?

Cuisinart sauce pot and basting brush set can be found on Amazon.com for $14.99.  It's a durable stainless steel sauce pot and lid.  The basting pot holds up to 16 fluid ounces of sauce and has a basting brush integrated into the lid for convenience.  The removable silicone brush head is dishwasher safe for convenient cleaning. 

Charcoal companion stainless steel hot dog or sausage roller rack is awesome for your next barbecue.  Each rack holds up to 5 sausages or hot dogs so stock up.  They sell out quickly.  Keeps food up off the grill, roll to turn and is dishwasher safe.  It's a Win-Win! Can be purchased on Amazon.com. 

Cedar grill planks are a fun item to add to your grilling repertoire.  By simply soaking the plank in water for one hour, put it on the hot grill and place your meat, fruit, fish or vegetables right on top to give it delicious smoky flavor.  They are sold everywhere you buy grilling supplies but check out https://fireandflavor.com.

The propane gas gauge monitor will ease your mind while grilling concerning gas leaks or whether your propane tank will run out of gas while you are in the middle of grilling your meal.  For just $26.95, check it out at www.gasgaugedirect.com.  It fits all tanks up to 100 lbs. that were made after 1995.  

Happy Grilling:)

Big birthday shout out to my brother DJ today!! xo