Just in time for 4th: 'The Minimalist' grills
With his 101 Fast Recipes for Grilling, the New York Times writer lives up to his role as "The Minimalist" by offering quick sketches of dishes, based on fruit, vegetables, meat and bread, that can use a little charcoal kiss. They're ideas, not blueprints with measurements and serving sizes and such. So read it for concepts, summon up some culinary courage, and strike out on your own.
Some of the suggestions are pretty out there - grilled guacamole? - but it's going to be a rare eater who looks through the list and can't pick out 10 intriguing options.
Grilled salad? Grilled watermelon? Grilled chicken parm? Yes, please. For every grilled beet vegan delight, there's a carnivore crowd-pleaser, like the Philly cheesesteak burger.
You can't get more minimalist than No. 41: "Bacon-wrapped hot dog. You know you want one."
A NOTE FROM YOUR CORRESPONDENT: I'm on vacation and will probably not post here until I return July 12, hopefully rested, and definitely hungry for more.
