...the grill I bought Chris for his birthday because it allows me to make things like this:
The beef was marinated in soy sauce, a bit of worcestershire, salt, pepper, and probably some Lawry's. I added tomatoes, button mushrooms, green pepper, and onion to the skewers. Chris threw them on the grill for a bit, I baked up some potatoes, and there was dinner!
I also like my Griddler because it allows me to make things like this:
...without having to use a heavy can on top of a flat bottomed dish. These are Turkey Melts, and they are delicious. I once worked at a restaurant, and somewhere along the way I became hooked on their Turkey Melts. Luckily for me they are easy to recreate. Heat up a griddle or panini press or skillet. Cut a loaf of sourdough bread into thick slices. Layer a slice of bread with Monterey Jack cheese (half a slice or a whole slice depending on the size of the bread), thick sliced deli turkey, tomato slices, and another slice (or half slice) of Monterey Jack. Top the sandwich off with another piece of sourdough, and melt some butter onto your screaming hot griddle (or whatever you're using). I use the Griddler, so I just throw the sandwiches on, close the lid - pressing down to slightly squish everything together, and walk away until I think it's time to flip them. Now, is it necessary for me to flip the sandwiches when they are already being cooked on both sides? Probably not. However, there is always more butter on the bottom of the griddle, so I like to flip the sandwiches and let them cook on the opposite sides for just a minute to sort of "dry out" the bottom piece of bread. Dip these babies in ranch dressing, add a salad and/or sweet potato fries, and you have one of my favorite go-to meals.
