When it’s summer I’m one that doesn’t like to heat my house up. So I’ll do anything I can to find ways to cook without heating the house. Some ways I do this are to grill outside, cook only on top of the stove, crockpot or using my rotisserie and putting it outside on my covered deck.
When I picked up this Smithfield at Walmart I knew immediately I would grill it and some veggies too. We do the old fashioned grilling with charcoal and no lighter fluid. Ugh lighter fluid ruins the taste of food. So we heat up some charcoal briquets in a charcoal starter with some paper. Let that heat up for about 20 minutes and then pour it into the grill, add the grates, clean the grates and place the food there. Close the grill. Check it at 10 minute intervals (don’t want to lose too much heat).
I did this and sat outside with the food (never leave the grill alone) reading while it was cooking. It smelled so fabulous. Are you curious about the Smithfield pork loin filet garlic and herb seasoning like I was?
Then cook it your favorite way and enjoy a quick and easy meal. There’s nothing easier than just throwing this in the oven too. Add your favorite veggies and roast them while this cooks up. It’s so versatile and you can make it so many different ways.
Other recipes that are great for summer!
💡 Meal Ideas & Pairings
- Grilled green beans or instant pot green beans
- Instant Pot mac and cheese
- Fresh fruit or melon slices
- Garlic bread or rolls
🥰 Let’s Swap Ideas!
What do you love to grill? Do you prefer gas, charcoal or the oven? Drop your tips and custom versions in the comments—I’d love to hear how you make this classic your own. And if you’re looking for more simple summer food ideas, be sure to check out:- Berry Refreshing Lemonade
- Snicker Salad Recipe (wait…this is a salad?)
- Instant Pot Beef Pho recipe
- How to grill country style ribs
- Grilled Chicken Spinach Salad with Avocado
- Super easy and fun Taco Salad
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