How to Pull off a Great Memorial Day BBQ

With long-standing traditions like the Indy 500, Coca Cola 600, and the Memorial Golf Tournament taking place close to or on the Memorial Day weekend, people are in the mood to be outside and to eat! This long weekend unofficially kicks off the summer BBQ season for Americans, and what better way to get started than with some great recipes for the grill?

 

We’ve put together some great grill ideas and recipes for a memorable BBQ. Take a look!

 

This weekend is all about getting outside, getting some sun, having fun and appreciating the amazing freedom we enjoy. What better way to do that than with your family, friends and neighbors? Backyard BBQ’s are easy to pull off, and with an open-door approach its fun to see who comes and goes. Make this easy by having a BYOM (bring your own meat) policy. Put together some salads, chips, and snacks; and let people bring what they want to throw on the BBQ, for a melting pot of flavor that won’t break the bank. Having people bring their beverage of choice can help out too!

 

 

No Memorial Day BBQ would be complete without some serious rib-grilling. Here’s an awesome recipe to get your ribs started on the right side!

 

 

Not sure where to start? Short on time? Take a look at this mouth-watering menu! Make-ahead dishes save major time and head space on the BBQ day. The night before: marinate chicken, stuff and wrap jalapenos, use your wooden cutting board to slice then bag vegetables. On grill day, chill and grill with appetizers, friends, and cold one!

 

 

Making salads the day before is a great way to free up your time on grill day. Why not throw together some favorites like:

 

 

And most important of all, enjoy your time together with the people you love! Whether you’re chilling out in your backyard, remembering loved ones, or heading out to watch some fun events don’t forget the people all around you!