When in Doubt, Grill It

Sometimes I wonder if this humidity is ever going to cease. But, then I remember winter is right around the corner, so I stop worrying about the heat and try to enjoy it while it is still here.
And that includes summer perks...like grilling!

Tonight, Grilled Chicken with a Special Rub and Creamed Grilled Corn.


Grilled Chicken with Special Rub
Serves 6
Ingredients:
Whole Chicken, cut in half
Smoked Paprika
Onion Powder
Rosemary
Salt
Pepper
Sugar
Olive Oil

Directions:
In a medium bowl, blend together all the spices to your liking. I added a little bit of everything and added more of an ingredient that I really wanted to taste on the chicken. Just be sure to make enough rub for a whole chicken. Then, in a large zip lock bag, add some olive oil and place the two halves of the chicken in the bag. Seal tight, and shake well. Then, pour in the rub and shake the bag very well until the chicken is thoroughly covered. Once the grill is nice and hot, cook the chicken on direct heat for about 20 minutes on each side.

Creamed Grilled Corn
Serves 2
Ingredients:
1 Ear of Corn, grilled and then sliced off the cob
1/2 cup Buttermilk
4 Tbs. Flour
2 Tbs. Sugar
3 Tbs. Butter
Salt
Pepper
Directions:
First, grill the corn for about 15 minutes on each side, on direct heat. Then, slice the corn off the cob with a knife and set aside. In a medium sauce pan, let the butter melt on medium-high heat. Then, mix in the flour and stir well. Next, add in the buttermilk, until it becomes a thick consistency. Add in the sugar and stir until it dissolves. Then, mix in the corn and stir well. Let cook for about 10 minutes until the corn is a nice, creamy consistency. Add salt and pepper to your liking.

A nice, simple meal from the grill: Chicken with an incredible rub and creamed corn that has a grilled flavor to it. I cannot express how much I love grilling!