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McCormick Grill Mates

I absolutely LOVE, love, love McCormick Grill Mates seasonings. I think I have almost every variety in my cabinet and I use them for so many different things…not just to season meats for the grill. Although they are fabulous for that and if you are having a cookout this 4th of July (or any other time for that matter) you should really consider trying out some of their new ones. I tried both the Grill Mates® Slow & Low Smokin’ Texas BBQ Rub and the Grill Mates® Slow & Low Memphis Pit BBQ Rub rubbed on ribs the other day. I don’t think I can decide which I like better so my suggestion is to grab a pack of both!! Having Burgers? No problem!! The Grill Mates® Steakhouse Onion Burger Seasoning is FABULOUS!!! They have SOOOO many different varieties that there is something for everyone and every meat that you can think of. The other day our grill messed up though and we wanted some flavor…as I was browsing the fridge and the cabinet to see what I could throw together I thought Hmmm, what if I mixed up some Grill Mates and some flour, and breaded some pork chops. Grand Slam!! We gobbled those babies up and wished I had made more. So, even if you don’t have a grill, don’t let that limit your imagination on what you can do with McCormicks Grill Mates.

Spiced Brandy and Herb Grill Mates

Choose your favorite flavor packet. I am using Grill Mates Spiced Brandy and Herb marinade. Even though it says it is a marinade it can be used as so much more. We use their marinades as seasonings, rubs and anything else we can think of.

Grill Mates and flour

Mix the packet with some flour (it doesn’t matter if you use all-purpose or self-rising, both work)

pork chops

Heat about 1/4 cup oil in a skillet. Dredge the pork chops in the flour mixture and fry on med-high heat for about 4 minutes per side.

Spiced Brandy and Herb Pork Chops

They will be golden brown and taste like perfection!!

Some of my other favorite recipes that I have made using Grill Mates are: Italian Cheesy Potatoes, Zesty Herb Potatoes, CrockPot London Broil

I hope you get the chance to try any or all of these. They are all so good and will make your family sing your praises. Or grab some Grill Mates, a slab of meat and fire up the grill. You really can’t go wrong either way.

I hope you each have a fun and safe 4th of July Celebration. We will be celebrating this great day of freedom by eating some great food, fellow-shipping with family and friends and floating around the pool. What’s on the menu? I am not completely sure yet other than some pulled pork BBQ made with Grill Mates® Slow & Low Memphis Pit BBQ Rub and some Italian Cheesy Potatoes. The rest is up to the guests since everyone has been asked to bring a side-dish. I will have to update you after I find out myself.

“McCormicks Grill Mates supplied me with some of the seasonings to help facilitate this post. I really have been using their seasoning and spices for forever and day and you just can’t get much better. I was in no other way compensated and all opinions are those of my own.”
 

 

 

London Broil Plated

When I made this I had no idea that it would become my favorite dish of all time. Sometimes things turn out like you hope and sometimes they can be a huge flop. This could have gone either way, but I had my hopes up.

The minute we sat down for dinner and everyone tasted it, I KNEW it was a huge hit. There wasn’t a bite left. The ohh, ahhs, moans and groans said it all.

Now, it is a family favorite and one made on a very regular basis. It is easy and when you find the ingredients on sale makes for a very budget friendly meal. I found coupons for the Grill Mates that doubled and made it free, the London Broil was on clearance and I also found the gravy mix and ranch mix on sale. Total for this dish was approximately $6!

ingredients for best london broil ever

You will need a slow cooker, a London Broil, 1 package of McCormick Grill Mates Garlic Herb and Wine mix, a package of brown gravy mix, a package of Ranch dressing mix and 1 1/2 cups of water.

gravy mix

Stir all 3 packages of mixes into 1 and 1/2 cups of water.

london broil and gravy mix

Place the London Broil in a slow cooker and pour the gravy mix over the top.

Cook on low for 6-8 hours depending on how big your cut of meat is.

london broil

Remove from slow cooker and slice. It should just fall apart on you, and that is ok. When you plate it spoon some gravy over the top for the best results.

london broil plate 2

I can’t ever have this without mashed potatoes because the gravy from the meat is sooo stinking good on the mashed potatoes that it isn’t even funny. I also like to have a roll handy to sop up any gravy left on the plate after everything else has been eaten. The other side you see on the plate here is fried cabbage. Yummy to the whole meal!!

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OhMyStinkingHeck, we love these potatoes. Ok, I really just love potatoes, but these are over-the-top fabulous! AND, they fit right in with my budget cooking. And they are easy.

zesty herb potatoes

What do you need?

Yukon Gold Potatoes

Package of Grill Mates Zesty Herb Marinade mix

Green Onions, chopped

sliced potatoes

Slice your potatoes and place in a greased cast iron skillet. If you want to use something other than a cast iron skillet just drizzle with olive oil. I make these both ways but prefer the cast iron skillet method.

potaotes with zesty herb marinade

Sprinkle the grill Mates seasoning over the potatoes and give them a stir.

sliced potatoes, zesty herbs and onions

Sprinkle chopped green onions over the top and bake on 400 degrees for an hour.

They really are that simple!

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