Elevate Your Grilling Game.

Ingredients:

• 1 cedar plank (soaked in water for at least 1 hour, longer is better)
• 2 salmon fillets (each about 6 ounces) 
• Salt and pepper to taste 
• 2 tablespoons olive oil 
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice 
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped 
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped 

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cedar Plank: Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour, longer is better. 
2. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat.
3. Season the Salmon: Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper.
4. Make the Marinade: In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dill, and parsley.
5. Marinate the Salmon: Brush the marinade over the salmon fillets. Let them marinate for about 15-20 minutes.
6. Grill the Salmon: Place the soaked cedar plank on the grill, and let it preheat for about 7 minutes. Place the salmon fillets on the plank and cover the grill.
7. Cook the Salmon: Grill for 15-20 minutes, or until the salmon is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
8. Serve: Garnish with lemon slices and serve immediately.

This recipe is known for its simplicity and delicious results, making it a favorite among home cooks and grill enthusiasts.

Often, sausages, hot dogs, bratwurst, and weisswurst are mishandled on the grill. They end up overcooked to the point of being dry and charred, or they are cooked too fast, causing them to split and lose their flavorful juices.  

The secret to perfectly grilling bratwurst, which can easily catch fire, is to be patient and cook them slowly at a low temperature until their internal temperature reaches 170ºF, typically taking about 25 minutes.  

Grilling bratwurst on a plank not only gives them a pleasant smoky wood flavor but also helps prevent flare-ups, as the soaked plank acts as a shield between the meat and the flames.  

Indirect Heat Method: this method, the fire is on one side or on opposite sides of the grill, with the food placed over the unlit area. Using indirect heat to grill sausages is the tastiest approach, as it prevents the skins from burning.

Ingredients:

• 1 cedar plank (soaked in water for at least 1 hour, longer is better)
• 6 bratwursts
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
• Buns, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

1. Soak the Cedar Plank: Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour, longer is better. 
2. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat.
3. Prepare the Cedar Plank: Place the soaked cedar plank on the grill, close the lid, and heat for about 7 minutes.
4. Grill the Bratwursts: Place the bratwursts on the heated cedar plank. Close the grill lid and cook for about 25-30 minutes, or until the bratwursts are cooked through (internal temperature of 170ºF).
5. Make the Sauce: While the bratwursts are grilling, mix together the Dijon mustard and apple cider vinegar in a small bowl.
6. Serve: Remove the cedar plank from the grill. Serve the bratwursts with the mustard sauce on the side. Garnish with fresh parsley. If desired, serve the bratwursts in buns.

Enjoy your flavorful cedar-planked grilled bratwursts!

Ingredients:

• 1 cedar plank (soaked in water for at least 1 hour, longer is better)
• 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
• 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
• 1 yellow squash, sliced into rounds
• 1 red onion, sliced into rings
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, or basil) for garnish

Instructions:

1. Soak the Cedar Plank: Soak the cedar plank in water for at least 1 hour, longer is better. 
2. Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat.
3. Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the bell peppers, zucchini, yellow squash, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
4. Season the Vegetables: Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the vegetables. Add the minced garlic, and season with salt and pepper. Toss the vegetables until they are evenly coated.
5. Prepare the Cedar Plank on Grill: Place the soaked cedar plank on the grill, close the lid, and heat for about 7 minutes.
6. Grill the Vegetables: Carefully place the seasoned vegetables on the heated cedar plank. Close the grill lid and cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and have a slight char.
7. Serve: Remove the cedar plank from the grill and transfer the vegetables to a serving platter. Garnish with fresh herbs before serving.

Enjoy your delicious cedar-planked grilled vegetables!