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to satisfy even the most varied assortment of beverages. Outdoor ice makers also save trips to and from the indoors, especially when hosting a huge 4th of July bash. The addition of lavish stonework, including marble and custom tile, and high-end lighting systems start to come into play when planning for the perfect backyard gathering place. Teak is a beautiful and weather-resistant wood that is perfect for outdoor use in any capacity, and stainless steel appliances will be guaranteed to hold up year-round. But some homeowners are not stopping with the kitchen when designing their outdoor entertainment centers. Weather-safe televisions and sound systems will come in handy for those big 4th of July barbecues and are quickly becoming the gold standard for outdoor entertaining. When devising seating for your guests, an aesthetic focal point again comes into home design outdoor kitchens TIPS for a perfectly grilled steak ...putting these design ideas to use will make your home the envy of the neighborhood. Choose wisely: Favorable grilling candidates include New York strip,T-bone, porterhouse, sirloin, filet mignon and rib-eye. Size matters: Choose cuts that are 1to 1-1/4 inch thick. Pay special attention to bone-in cuts of meat: make sure the steak is an even thickness. Meat near the bone will take longer to cook. Use caution with marinades: Over-marinating can result in tough or mushy meat. For additional ways to flavor-up a steak, try a dry rub or top cooked steaks with herbed butter. Handle hot coals: Sear steaks over direct heat, then move them to indirect heat to finish cooking. For a 1-inch thick steak, a general guide is 5 to 7 minutes per side for mediumrare (145 degrees F). For an accurate reading--and to avoid cutting into that sublime steak--use a meat thermometer to test for doneness. 13www.SANDIEGOPREMIER.net
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