Spring is here! Spring is here! Ok. I’m optimistic. It must be coming soon. I hope.
I’m hoping I can dig my grill out of the snow on my back deck. I think need to grill something. I’m also keeping an eye on my rhubarb. After the 8 feet of snow melts, it should start to show.
Barbeque Burgers
1 pound ground beef
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup quick cooking oats
1 tablespoon dried onion flakes
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt
1 dash ground black pepper
2 tablespoons ketchup
1 teaspoon dry onion soup mix
Directions: Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat, and lightly oil grate. In a large bowl, mix ground beef, egg, quick cooking oats, dried onion flakes, seasoning salt, pepper, ketchup, and dry onion soup mix. Form the mixture into about 4 burger patties. Place burger patties on the prepared grill, and cook about 5 minutes on each side, to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F.
Marinated Flank Steak
1/4 cup soy sauce
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1 1/2 pounds flank steak
Directions: In a blender, combine the soy sauce, honey, vinegar, ginger, garlic powder, and vegetable oil.
Lay steak in a shallow glass or ceramic dish. Pierce both sides of the steak with a sharp fork. Pour marinade over steak, then turn and coat the other side. Cover, and refrigerate 8 hours, or overnight.
Preheat grill for high heat. Place grate on highest level, and brush lightly with oil. Place steaks on the grill, and discard marinade. Grill steak for 10 minutes, turning once, or to desired doneness.
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