Grilledbaked Asparagus Recipes

PARMESAN GRILLED ASPARAGUS IN FOIL

Steps:

• Heat grill to medium heat and tear off a large piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil
• Rinse asparagus, pat dry and snap off the ends
• Place asparagus in the center of the foil and drizzle with olive oil
• Sprinkle lemon zest and cheese on top and season with garlic powder, salt and pepper
• Bring ends together and seal the foil
• Cook for 10-12 minutes, rotating once during cooking

THE BEST GRILLED ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Prepare a grill for medium heat. Chop the tough, woody ends off the asparagus (about 1 inch) and peel another inch of the stalks.
• Whisk the lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl. Add the asparagus and toss until well coated.
• Put the asparagus on the grill at an angle so the stalks don't fall through the grates. Grill, flipping halfway through cooking, until the asparagus begin to char, the pointy ends start to crisp and the stalks are just tender, 3 to 5 minutes. Remove to a platter and sprinkle with the feta and mint.

GRILLED ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Preheat grill for high heat.
• Lightly coat the asparagus spears with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Grill over high heat for 2 to 3 minutes, or to desired tenderness.

GRILLED RED POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
• In a microwave-safe casserole dish, add the potatoes in a single layer. Cover with a damp paper towel and microwave until tender, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool for 5 minutes.
• In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, salt, smoked paprika and black pepper.
• Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes and toss to coat well. Add the spice mixture, rosemary and thyme and toss gently to coat.
• Add the potatoes to the grill cut-side down and cook until grill marks form, about 4 minutes. Flip and cook for 3 more minutes. Garnish with the parsley.

OVEN-ROASTED ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
• Place the asparagus into a mixing bowl, and drizzle with the olive oil. Toss to coat the spears, then sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper. Arrange the asparagus onto a baking sheet in a single layer.
• Bake in the preheated oven until just tender, 12 to 15 minutes depending on thickness. Sprinkle with lemon juice just before serving.

BAKED POTATOES ON THE GRILL

Steps:

• Preheat a grill to medium heat. Use a paring knife to poke each potato 4 to 6 times. Rub the potatoes with the olive oil, then generously season with salt and pepper.
• Wrap each potato in a 12-by-12-inch piece of heavy-duty aluminum foil, then place on the grill. (If using a charcoal grill, place over the area with coals.) Grill with the lid closed until a paring knife slides easily into each potato, 50 to 60 minutes.
• Remove from the grill and let cool for 5 minutes before unwrapping. Serve with butter, sour cream and chives.

BAKED APPLES ON THE GRILL

Steps:

• Place each apple on a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). Combine the remaining ingredients; spoon into center of apples. Fold foil over apples and seal tightly. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 20-25 minutes or until apples are tender. Open foil carefully to allow steam to escape.

SIMPLE, NOT MUSHY, ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Rinse and trim asparagus.
• Lay the spears, in the same direction, in a large frying pan.
• Add an inch or two of water and bring to a boil over medium high heat.
• Reduce temperature and simmer for about 5 to 7 minutes.
• Remove from pan and top with butter and salt.

GRILLED BAKED POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat a charcoal, gas or electric grill.
• Cut the freshly baked potatoes in half lengthwise. Brush the cut side of each with some of the olive oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
• Place the potatoes cut side down on the grill. Grill until they are heated and brown grill marks are on the surface, but don't blacken.
• Sprinkle with parsley and serve.

SIMPLE GRILLED ASPARAGUS

Steps:

• Coat asparagus with oil.
• Grill about 3 minutes.
• Season and serve.

GRILLED POTATO FANS

Steps:

• With a sharp knife, make cuts 1/2 in. apart in each potato, leaving slices attached at the bottom. Fan the potatoes slightly. Place each on a piece of heavy-duty foil (about 12 in. square). Insert onions and butter between potato slices. Sprinkle with celery, salt, oregano, garlic powder and pepper. Fold foil around potatoes and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium-hot heat for 40-45 minutes or until tender.