The BBQ Report

Bring on the bacon flavored products. This time it’s croutons. Perfect!

I recently got a chance to try these out and they are good. Not overwhelming bacon taste, but it’s there, just the right amount. The croutons are nice and big, crunchy. Not some little runt croutons.

I bet they’d make good breadcrumbs for baking chicken in….

If you’re doing some grilling at your next tailgate party and want to go first class, pick up some of Solo’s new football themed cups and plates.

More than just a pretty face, the cups are squared off for easy gripping, and even have nice “laces” like a football. The plates are strong enough to hold up to the biggest burger or steak you can make.

While you are at it checkout the Solo BBQ Sauce Cookbook for some great recipes.

Now that tailgating season is upon us, you might want to checkout this really interesting new portable grill, the “Blacktop 360 Party Hub”. It’s a lightweight portable grill designed to cook a variety of items simultaneously on its unique cooking surface.

The Party Hub Grill Fryer has four distinct, porcelain enamel cooking areas including the grill, griddle, warming plate and fryer, making it possible to make burgers and fries, chicken wings and poppers, and just about anything else all at the same time. It also features an accessories rail that comes with attachable plates with integrated cup holders, tool holder and cutting board. Serious BBQ-ers will love the 30,000 BTU’s of cooking power, infrared burner capable of 450-650+ degree temperatures, independent fry, grill and griddle controls, and generous 16oz. capacity deep fryer.

That’s right, a deep fryer. The middle of the grill is a little well that you can use to cook french fries, deep fry chicken wings, and so forth. Pretty compelling.

To learn more, or buy your own you can purchase a Party Hub Grill at SportsAuthority.com.

I recently ‘rediscovered’ how good Colman’s Mustard is on a juicy grill sausage. It’s not a mustard for the feint of heart, it’s got quite a kick. Who says English food is bland? A little grilled onions to top it off, delicious.

Established in 1814, Colman’s of Norwich has been recognized widely as the premiere English mustard in the U.K. Using a unique and zesty blend of brown mustard seeds (Brassica Juncea) and white mustard seeds (Sinapis Alba), Jeremiah Colman created a mustard with a flavorful heat sensation that has become an essential condiment and paramount ingredient in Britain’s favorite recipes, even to the highest royal order. In 1866 Queen Victoria bestowed the ultimate seal of approval – the Royal Warrant – galvanizing Colman’s as the crown jewel of mustards, securing its place in the most discerning kitchens around the world.

Fischer and Wieser, maker of great dipping and basting sauces, has introduced a number of new flavors recently that are great for the grill. In particular, they have several flavors that include grilled fruits, such as “Charred Pineapple Bourbon” and “Roasted Chipotle Raspberry”. These are a great way to spice up bland chicken or a simple flat iron steak. Check them out!

The iGrill is the first grilling and cooking thermometer and App for iPod Touch, iPhone and iPad. It’s a combination of a free downloadable app, and a small thermometer with Bluetooth capabilities. You can not only track the temperature remotely, but also predict cooking times thanks to a trending graph.

I recently tried out one of these units, and it works as advertised. After a brief setup (typical Bluetooth pairing procedure), and downloading the app, you are ready to go. Simply insert the probe into the meat, and you’re ready. The temperature acts like a stand alone thermometer, but is also broadcasting information back to your phone or iPad. Simply run the app to see the current temperature.

Range is pretty good, certainly good enough to grill or BBQ outside, while enjoying the party inside. You can also set alarms so that you are not constantly having to pull out your phone.