MOST COMMON GRILLING MISTEAKS!

Most Common Grilling Misteaks!

(Long Island, N.Y.) I'll admit it, I'm a hot mess. When my husband passes the reins to me at the grill, I run for the hills. I just don't feel confident cooking outdoors. Hence my nickname... "The Dehydrator".

I grilled Tino Masotto, owner of Cow Palace (a place I've crowned as one of the best butcher shops on Long Island) about some simple ABC's of barbecuing.

Can you tell me a little about average cook times for specific cuts?
For most all steaks and chicken on a hot BBQ, the average cook time is seven minutes per side.

Above: Cow Palace of Rocky Point. Cow Palace has two additional Long Island locations: Middle Island and Moriches.

What's the biggest mistake people make when grilling meat?
The biggest mistake is trying to flip the meat too soon after putting it on the grill. The meat will stick to the grates if it is not allowed to cook sufficiently before turning over. Flipping too much is another big mistake, and of course--overcooking.

Do you have a secret to "the prefect marinade" you can share?
An ingredient we like, that gives marinade body is honey. It also helps the liquid 'stick' to the meat.

What are your top summertime sellers?
Best seller without a doubt is our own store-made chicken patties. They come in two flavors: spinach & cheese and broccli & mozzerlla and they are awesome on the grill. Another top seller is our own cheese and parsley sausage rings and (of course) steaks and sirloin burgers.

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I love supporting local businesses: They are family-owned here on Long Island for 32 years--locations in Rocky Point, Moriches, and Middle Island.

This summer, Cow Palace will have a fresh produce stand (in the parking lot) on weekends and on some select weekends, even a roadside BBQ. And if you want to make your life a little easier this summer, their freezer fillers and summer bundles are the way to go.

My hubby gets all the grill glory at our summer parties--thanks to their incredible London Broils.(Ask for their special marinade.)

For some online coupons, check out www.cowpalace457.com

Janene Mascarella

July 12, 2010 2:40 PM Eastern

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