Cheap And Tasty Memorial Day Cookout
Memorial day weekend is right around the corner and many OH families are ready to fire up their grills. But don’t let your plans stop you from finding ways to cut costs. You can have the best cookout on the block and still save big on your Ohio energy bills. Here are some reasons why you should go green with these Memorial Day cookout tips.
Choosing Best Green Grilling
Let’s start with the big question first; what kind of grill are you bringing to the party?
You might choose charcoal grills to give your food that smokey flavor that other grills can’t match. On top of that, charcoal comes from trees and so, could be considered renewable. However, some companies fail to replant trees they cut, which can lead to deforestation. In addition, charcoal grills can lead to tons of air pollutants. Finally, heat control on charcoal grills isn’t easy, making even cooking a challenge.
Gas grills, on the other hand, run with propane or natural gas fuel. These grills are easier to run than charcoal grills, making it easier for evenly cooked patties or skewers. In addition, gas grills produce a lot less air pollution than charcoal. However, propane and natural gas production isn’t great for the environment and can lead to landfill waste if not handled properly.
On the other hand, solar powered grills bring the heat with 100% green power. They’re often designed to be easy to use with multiple cook moods, including frying, boiling, as well as grilling. Let’s not forget that solar cooked foods won’t taste like charcoal or gas fuel sources. Best of all, many solar grills on the market are cheap and portable.
Tips For Veggie Burgers
I love a good burger just as much as anyone else. However, meat costs are at an all time high. That’s why I’ve been looking at veggie burger patties as a possible replacement. Here are a few veggie burger recipes that I tried and liked.
This mushroom veggie burger pops with tons of flavor that I enjoy with some toppings (especially melted cheese). Bean lovers, like some of my friends, will love this quinoa black bean burger. As an alternate, then you can’t go wrong with this butter bean burger recipe I found.
If you have trouble with patties breaking apart, then try adding some egg to the mix. The saturated fat helps keep the patties together. You can also use starchy or sticky ingredients, such as mashed potatoes or tomato paste.
Other Memorial Day Energy Tips
If you want to cut your energy usage because of high electricity rates, then have the party outside. This keeps you from spending big bucks on AC costs. It also helps to store your drinks in coolers outside. This way, you limit traffic in and out of your air conditioned home and your fridge. Finally, try cool veggie and fruit platters rather than hot snacks that need microwave time.
Save Big This Holiday Season
As you can guess, this guide barely scratches the surface all the ways to save money with your next cookout. But it should give you ideas on ways to save some money and eat some tasty food.
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