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Patch Picks: Memorial Weekend Grilling Tips

Grilling out this weekend? You won't be alone. Try some of these tips and recipes to help create grilling success.

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Memorial weekend is the official summer kick-off. The weather may not seem like it’s been cooperating, but that shouldn’t stop you from firing up the grill for some delicious barbecue. Here are our picks for some of the best options to share with friends and family while enjoying the weekend. Learn some tips and tricks on the best ways to grill your favorite meats and kick off the summer with some delicious twists of your own.

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Burgers: Burgers on the grill are a crowd pleaser most anytime and Memorial weekend, that tends to be especially true. Read this article for some tips and tricks on how to make the perfect burger on the grill and prevent serving dried up hockey pucks.

Chicken: This tried and true method of grilling chicken can you turn out moist meat with plenty of flavor and can be adapted to include a variety of flavorings and tastes. 

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Beef:  Get some steak-grilling tips from a renowned chef in this article to help you turn a basic charcoal grill into a restaurant-quality cooking machine. Your family and friends will feast in style. 

Pork: This recipe will take a little time, but who doesn’t like a good, smoky pulled pork sandwich. It’s a Memorial weekend barbecue tradition in some parts and it makes for a great hit at picnic tables anywhere.

Walleye: Thankfully, Memorial weekend comes after the fishing opener in Minnesota, so you should have plenty of fresh walleye to try this grilled recipe twist that incorporates pecans to go along with our favorite flaky fish. 

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