Barefoot Contessa: Back to Basics Season 2 Episode 15 Get Grilling

In Barefoot Contessa: Back to Basics season 2 episode 15, titled "Get Grilling," Ina Garten shares her tips and tricks for grilling the perfect summer meal. She starts off by visiting a local butcher shop to pick up some fresh cuts of meat, including flank steak and sausage. Back in her kitchen, Ina creates a marinade for the steak using garlic, soy sauce, and dijon mustard, and a homemade relish for the sausage using roasted red peppers and onions.

Next, Ina heads outside to get grilling. She shows viewers how to set up their grill for indirect heat and explains the benefits of using a charcoal grill versus a gas grill. As Ina cooks the steak and sausage, she shares her advice for determining the proper cooking time and how to check for doneness.

In addition to meat, Ina also grills up some vegetables including bell peppers, asparagus, and zucchini. She demonstrates how to achieve the perfect char on the vegetables while keeping them tender and juicy.

To round out the meal, Ina prepares a classic potato salad and a refreshing watermelon and feta salad. She also shows viewers how to make her favorite cocktail, a refreshing mojito.

Throughout the episode, Ina emphasizes the importance of using fresh, high-quality ingredients and taking the time to properly season and marinade the meat. With her expert guidance, even novice grillers can create a delicious and impressive meal that is perfect for summer entertaining.