THE THRILL OF GRILLING

Smokin' hot recipes that'll make you want to cook everything outdoors

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BLESS MY GRILL’S HEART. When the summer heat reaches its peak, there’s nothing I won't put it through. Those hardworking burners have baked pies and cheese straws, boiled pasta and potatoes, and even fried chicken and okra. Trust me—when you live in a 100-year-old house with an ancient air conditioner, you'll do just about anything to avoid turning your oven on until October.

Truthfully, I'm grateful for this “hardship.” In addition to opening my eyes to my grill’s versatility, it has taught me how joyful it can be to cook outdoors. I’m free from the worry of spatters, spills, and boilovers—I’ve even been known to fling spent lemon rinds into the bushes, which I recommend if you haven't tried.

These recipes show you all the cool things that your grill can do, from adding a smoky char to deviled eggs, slaw, and potato salad to baking the best peach cobbler you've ever tasted. It’s time to fire things up and enjoy grilling again. —Josh Miller

Grilled Deviled Eggs

These aren't your grandma's deviled eggs. Be sure to brush the whites generously with oil to help them release from the grill grates with ease.

ACTIVE 35 MIN. - TOTAL 35 MIN.

SERVES 12

12 hard-cooked eggs, peeled and cut in half lengthwise

6 Tbsp. mayonnaise

2 tsp. Dijon mustard

1 1/2 tsp. hot sauce

3/4 tsp. kosher salt

1/4 tsp. black pepper, plus more for garnish

2 tsp. vegetable oil

Pickled red onions

Chopped fresh chives