by Becky Boyd, The Pajama Company Editor
Since Dad is often king of the barbecue, Father’s Day is the perfect time to turn the tables and throw him a backyard cookout for a change.
Relieve him of slaving over the hot grill and let him relax in the hammock with a cocktail or beer. You can even invite some other Dads over for a game of bocce ball!
To make your planning easy, we’ve put together some great recipes for a tasty and fun barbecue…
There’s such a variety of foods you can serve at a cookout, but think about what your Dad really loves. Is he a steak guy? Does he love a juicy cheeseburger? Or maybe he favors some grilled sausage and peppers?
If he’s not a big meat eater, focus on creating some really delicious salads and sides for him. There are many tasty ways to grill veggies that he just may love.
Think about grabbing him some local beer, or make him his favorite drink!
Appetizers
Spicy Bacon Guacamole – Bacon compliments the avocado for a delicious twist.
Pan-Fried Onion Dip – One of my personal favorites, the caramelized onions create great flavor.
Salt & Pepper Shrimp with Aioli – A tasty seafood option!
Main Dish
Perfectly Grilled Steak – Bobby Flay will make sure you know how to cook it just right!
Barbecue Chicken – A cookout classic.
Pork Tenderloin with Spicy Guava Glaze – A leaner meat option, and the sauce is sure to impress!
Grilled Kielbasa – Delicious paired with sauerkraut and onions.
Sides
Blue Cheese Cole Slaw – Blue cheese makes this cole slaw extra special.
Grilled Green Beans & Scallions – An easy way to grill fresh green beans.
Grilled Corn & Red Potato Salad – Bring some in-season corn into your potato salad.
Watermelon Pico de Gallo – Refreshing and tasty!
Barbecue Baked Beans – The perfect compliment to grilled meats and veggies.
Drinks
Homemade Lemonade – A great non-alcoholic option – there’s nothing quite like fresh lemonade!
Tom Collins – This refreshing gin drink is perfect for warm weather.
Dark & Stormy – Ginger gives this rum cocktail a nice kick!
Pimm’s Cup – Delicious with herbs and fruit, and the traditional drink of Wimbledon!
Dessert
Shirt-and-Tie Cake – Check out this adorable cake, and here are more creative dessert ideas here.
Root Beer Float – Dad will feel like a kid again!
Jack Daniel’s Salted Caramel Brownies – The name says is all…
Peach Pie – A classic pie favorite.
How are you spoiling your Dad this Father’s Day? Tell us in the comments below!
