Fire it up: Barbeque, our favorite way to entertain
Every year as the temperature starts to creep up and the last of the May flowers are in bloom, we get the fever for putting on our “Not Just Another Weenie” Aidells t-shirts, grabbing that wire bristle grill brush and getting out there on the deck or patio to scrub off the winter grime of the barbeque and fire ‘er up. We love to see our favorite foods sizzling away over glowing coals. And let’s face it, there is something mighty profound and exciting about how the dog and cat and even the kids start showing up, sniffing the air, grinning, (yes, cats and dogs too), and generally hanging out waiting for the rewards. Worth all the fuss, cleaning and scorched arm hair? Heck Yeah! Grilling is the primal way to give foods that deeply satisfying flavor without a long list of spices or seasonings.

Seared Aidells Sausages over grilled vegetables are both simple and delicious. No Barbeque? That’s okay, an indoor grill pan or (our favorite) George Foreman Grill will do the trick too! Aidells Sausages make the perfect addition to your favorite barbeque meals. They put a healthier spin on your favorite recipes because they are lower in fat than traditional pork sausages and they come in such a wide variety of flavors, you can conjure up dishes that will fit any menu scheme you can come up with. If you are planning a simple hot dog and burger kind of grilling feast, Aidells dinner links make the perfect addition to all of your barbeque favorites. Need more inspiration? Check out our recipe page for great grilling recipes. If you are looking for a special flavor, be sure to check out our online store.

Aidells Artichoke and Garlic Sausage
Summertime is the perfect time to enjoy Aidells Artichoke and Garlic Sausage. This hearty AND healthy product has just what you’re looking for in a grill sausage for all those backyard events and light summer meals. Sumptuous, heady flavors await us during summer, and June is the barn door to the season -- don’t we get excited about the cavalcade of produce that will grace our tables as summer whizzes toward us? June fills our market basket with crisp beans, succulent summer squash, sweet cherry tomatoes, leafy herbs and peppery greens. Aidells classic Artichoke and Garlic flavor combo pairs beautifully with grilled onions, zucchini or charred tomatoes. Simple and delicious! And everyone will appreciate the fact that the Aidells Artichoke and Garlic Sausage (packed full of chunks of artichokes and tender roasted garlic), is much lower in fat than pork sausage – so no guilt for dinner!

Need some ideas for the Artichoke and Garlic Sausage? Have a look at our recipe page, or just char them up and mack them down with your favorite micro-brewed ale. Try them sliced and threaded onto skewers with vegetables, drizzled with your favorite vinaigrette, and popped right onto the hot grill. Order some now!

Essential Grilling Tools and Tips
Essential Grilling Tools: All that is really required for a successful barbeque toolkit are a strong pair of tongs, a sturdy spatula, some heavy-duty potholders or mitts and a strong wire scraper. Some barbeque chefs don’t feel properly prepared without a long handled two pronged fork but it is optional. Don’t forget salt and pepper and other favorite seasonings, a high temperature grill brush for basting sauces and serving platters and utensils to use when your creations are ready for the table. Click Here for More

I hope you enjoyed this edition of The Link. Kerry L. Heffernan, Executive Chef kheffernan@aidells.com Aidells Sausage Company does not share its consumers’ information with outside parties.