"Too few people understand a really good sandwich."
-James Beard
Welcome to the July issue of Seasoned Cooking. July speaks of enjoying the great outdoors -- whether it be while hiking along a trail or setting up a backyard BBQ. And when we find ourselves drawn to the great outdoors, we think of enjoying a good meal there as well ... or at least a superb snack! So, this month, we're looking at foods to be made and/or enjoyed in the great outdoors (or at least meals that don't keep us in the kitchen for long).
We begin with a look at a few of Phil's favorite sandwiches to enjoy while out exploring the landscape of Alaska and looking to land his next trophy salmon. While you might not find yourself in the wilderness of Alaska soon, these sandwiches are also guaranteed to satisfy you wherever your adventures take you. Stop by Phil's International Flair to get the recipes and suggestions on how to tweak them to suit your personal tastes.
If you're looking for something to enjoy a little close to home, check out this month's feature on Eating Outdoors. With a couple recipes that are perfect for the grill and quick enough for weekday entertaining, you may find yourself with a whole new perspective on backyard summer fun. To find a proper ending to such a fun meal, look no further than our feature on Patriotic Desserts, featuring the season's finest fresh berries and presentations that are as lovely as they are tasty!
If you are looking for something simpler for your dessert needs, check out the Happy Endings column for a simple dessert that can be made to suit both your adult and younger guests. And since it's as simple as scooping sherbet, you might want to make sure you've got it on hand for an instant dessert all summer long.
If you're still in the mood for grilling, you might want to consider a special marinade for the occasion. Check out the Kitchen Focus column to get some basics on making and using marinades and, of course, some recipes that you'll want to try out. If the grill's not on your mind, try the beautiful salad that's offered in the Rush Hour column. Featuring seared tuna and wide assortment of fresh produce, you'll be sure to put this main dish salad on your favorites list to enjoy again and again.
There's a lot more to enjoy in this month's issue of Seasoned Cooking -- from the second installment of the women's guide to heart disease to eggs bruschetta -- a great way to start the day with the season's finest tomatoes. Enjoy and here's to a seasoned lifestyle.
