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Grill Up Juicy Pork Chops [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:10:13 +0000

We're well into barbecue and grilling season, and once again our "Greg's Grill" recipes researchers have found a helpful video for grilling up pork chops. Pork chops are tricky on the grill - you want to make sure that they're done without drying out (something I've never been able to do). So, here's the way to perfect pork chops on the grill.

Greg's Grillin' Barbecue Ribs [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 15 May 2013 14:10:45 +0000

‘Tis the grilling and barbecue season, and our “Greg’s Grill” recipes reasearchers have found another great instructional video. Remember the old rule: Grilling (hot dogs, hamburgers, steaks, etc…) hot and fast, barbecuing (ribs, chicken, beef tenderloin roasts…etc), slow and low. How many backyard barbecues have you been to where the well-meaning hosts ruins a rack [...]

Fire Up The Grill For Barbecue Season [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:10:44 +0000

I'm ready to take the hood off the Greg "Spashin'" McShea family grill and start grilling. I admit that I don't get too adventurous on the grill; usually hot dogs, hamburgers or chicken. But, that doesn't mean that I can't make them extra special, and here's another "Greg's Grill" recipe to turn ho-hum hot dogs into baseball-stadium quality franks! Check out this video.

Chili Made Easy – A Greg's Grill Recipe [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:10:04 +0000

Now that spring is here (spring weather to arrive any day now), we'll be having more backyard barbecues, and chili is always a nice addition to the menu or just on a hot dog. Our "Greg's Grill" recipes department did some research and found an easy chili recipe.

Leftover Easter Ham? Make Homemade Split-Pea Soup [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 17:09:59 +0000

If you had baked ham for Easter as we did in the Greg “Splashin’” McShea household, you might be wondering what to do with the leftovers. When I was a kid, my mother would make homemade split-pea soup, and so can you with this easy recipe video. Our “Greg’s Grill’ recipes have found this brief [...]

Making Irish Coffee For St. Patrick's Day [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 15:10:46 +0000

With St. Patricks’ Day, Sunday, March 17th, here’s another libation to consider…Irish coffee. Of course, this drink is for the 21 and over crowd. Many restaurants offer Irish coffee year round, as an after-dinner drink. So, how do you make an authentic Irish coffee? “Greg’s Grill’s Recipes” has found a quick “How to” video on [...]

Irish Soda Bread For St. Patrick's Day [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 15:10:54 +0000

If you’ve never eaten Irish Soda Bread, you’re missing a real treat. We have half a loaf left in the Greg “Splashin’” McShea household (that’ll be gone tonight). What is Irish Soda Bread? To me, Irish Soda Bread is like a cross between rye and raisin bread, with a little muffin texture thrown in. So, [...]

Corned Beef & Cabage For St. Patty's Day Feasts [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:10:27 +0000

You’ve heard Alan Jackson say “Where I come from, it’s corn bread and chicken”. With a name like McShea, I say, “Where I come from, it’s corned beef and cabbage”. And with St. Patrick’s Day just around the corner, maybe you’d like to try this delicious Irish dish. Here’s another “Greg’s Grill” recipe. Cooking corned [...]

Soup's On, And Easy To Make [VIDEO]

Greg Splashin' McShea — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 17:30:44 +0000

Putting up with winter weather in the Utica-Rome area, we need ways to warm up. How about homemade soup? It’s definitely soup season, and here’s an easy recipe for homemade vegetable soup. Check out this brief video on how to make homemade vegetable soup, the easy way. [button href="http://bigfrog104.com/chicken-soup-vs-the-cold/" title="Next: Chicken Soup vs. The Cold" [...]

How To Properly Eat Chicken Wings

Tad Pole — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 22:49:19 +0000

Odds are you’ll be attending a gathering at someone’s house this weekend for the Super Bowl. Even better odds, that chicken wings will be served at this aformentioned gathering. Here’s a tried and true tip from a chef on how to eat one properly. Chef John from Foodwishes.com provides tips on how to eat wings (those [...]

Hot Toddy Recipe For Christmas

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sat, 22 Dec 2012 14:20:29 +0000

You may have heard of the Hot Toddy, a warm drink served up during cold winter nights. But just what is a Hot Toddy, and how do you make them? Let’s state up front that a Hot Toddy contains alcohol, so this drink is for the 21 and over crowd. Here are the ingredients you’ll [...]

Homemade Wassail Recipe

Greg Splashin' McShea — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 15:10:40 +0000

“Tis the season for “Wassailing”, whatever that is. But, there is a holiday drink called “Wassail”. So, I got thinking that it can’t be that difficult to make homemade wassail. If you want to have a go at making your own, here are the ingredients you’ll need and a recipe from foodnetwork.com: “Ingredients 6 small [...]

Homemade Eggnog Recipe – You Can Do This

Greg Splashin' McShea — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 16:30:42 +0000

During the holiday season, eggnog is a beverage that some of us like, spiked or just plain. I never saw eggnog in anything but a store-bought cardboard carton until about two years ago, when we were at a party, and someone made homemade eggnog. I didn't know that you could do that, but you can, and here's a simple recipe.

Turkey Leftover Recipes

Greg Splashin' McShea — Sat, 24 Nov 2012 13:00:34 +0000

Even into the weekend, I’m sure you have plenty of turkey left over, and most of the fixins’. Now, there must be other ways to use up that turkey other than sandwiches. Here are some different ideas from allreciipes.com : “Turkey pot pie, turkey casserole, turkey soup: with these great recipes, your family might love [...]

Barbecue Recipes for Memorial Day Weekend [VIDEOS]

Big Frog 104 — Fri, 25 May 2012 09:01:09 +0000

Memorial Day marks the unofficial start of barbecue season and will find many Americans firing up the grill this holiday weekend.

Part of the beauty of grilling is its simplicity. But that shouldn't mean you can't improve your grill repertoire or technique.

We've compiled a list of recipes and tips that can help you become a master of the open flame.

Check them out.

Tasty Summer Cocktails: 5 Refreshing Recipes

Big Frog 104 — Fri, 15 Jul 2011 18:48:24 +0000

When it comes to summer essentials, a refreshing cocktail is right up there with a sweet pair of board shorts and a nice big bottle of SPF 55. All the air conditioners in the world can't cool you down like an icy mixed drink, so if you're looking for a few to choose from, look no further than this list.

Red White and Blue Recipes: How to Plan a Tasty Fourth of July

Jordan Breindel — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 16:33:06 +0000

Our founding fathers weren’t messing around when they decided on red, white and blue. When it comes to planning a Fourth of July menu, neither should you. Three colors are more than enough to plan a five-star meal. Below, check out some delicious recipes to help you celebrate our nation’s birthday in style. Red, White [...]

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