How to Cook a Summer BBQ From Start to Finish | Allrecipes

Fire up the grill and get ready for the ultimate summer cookout! In this step-by-step guide, Nicole walks you through how to make a full barbecue feast from start to finish—with all the essential sides, a flavorful main dish, a refreshing drink, and a crowd-pleasing dessert.

Whether you're hosting your first cookout or you're a seasoned grillmaster looking to level up your menu, this video has everything you need to throw a delicious and stress-free barbecue. Nicole shares easy-to-follow instructions and pro tips for each dish, from creamy potato salad and tangy vinegar slaw to smoky baked beans and tender pickle brine barbecue chicken.

Round out your menu with a cool and zesty watermelon snack, decadent chocolate caramel brownies, and a spiked Arnold Palmer to sip on while the grill’s going. With simple recipes and helpful techniques, you’ll have everything you need to cook a perfect summer barbecue your guests won’t forget.

Timestamps:
0:00 – Summer BBQ Basics
0:44 – Classic Potato Salad
4:44 – Baked Beans
7:02 – Chocolate Caramel Brownies
9:31 – Vinegar Coleslaw
11:30 – Pickle Brine Barbecue Chicken
16:20 – Watermelon with Lime and Tajín
17:11 – Spiked Arnold Palmer
18:06 – Plating Suggestions

Get the recipes here:

Classic Potato Salad: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/283951/best-classic-potato-salad/
Baked Beans: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/16428/baked-beans-ii/
Chocolate Caramel Brownies: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/16048/chocolate-caramel-brownies/
Vinegar Coleslaw: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/59318/amish-slaw/
Pickle Brine Barbecue Chicken: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/238385/pickle-brine-chicken/
Zippy BBQ Sauce: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/214504/zippy-barbecue-sauce/
Watermelon with Lime and Tajín: https://www.allrecipes.com/3-ingredient-watermelon-recipe-11747623
Spiked Arnold Palmer: https://www.allrecipes.com/big-batch-spiked-arnold-palmers-recipe-11733281



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