Fourth Of July Recipes
The Fourth of July is around the corner. The USA will be 240 years old this year and, as usual with the big party, there will be lots of grilling and lots of fireworks. Every 240 years though it is nice to think of some different Fourth Of July recipes to serve for the holiday. Sure, hamburgers and hot dogs are nice, but it is nice to mix it up a bit. A steak is nice, too, but that can wait until Sunday July 5th. BBQ chicken – no. It just never sits well.
This Fourth of July, how about something that follows the 80/20 rule. 80% Similar:20% Different. The grill will be used and hot dog buns, too. A slaw is also part of the feast. It is the meat that is different. This year – Grilled Scallop Rolls! Succulent sea scallops, grilled to perfection and placed on a fresh baked hot dog bun which has been adorned with a bed of celery root slaw. Those bivalves have never had it so good! Big Yum! Yes, the hot dog buns can be bought, but baking up some buns is easy, especially if we break out the bread machine. A regular cabbage slaw is ok, too, but celery root slaw is a nice change of pace and does well with scallops. Plus, it is dressed in a vinaigrette so no mayo in the sun worries! Another bonus – scallops cook fast. Plenty of time left to roast marshmallows over the grill!
Here are the recipes…
Simply slice the buns open from the side. Butter the bun and grill it for extra flavor. Place a nice layer of celery root slaw on the grilled bun. Place some scallops on the top of the slaw and garnish with a little extra tarragon. Then, EAT UP! You can allow the scallops to cool if you wish and serve the whole thing cold.
And for dessert? Ice cream and Knickerbocker Glories!
Happy Independence Day!
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