Bobby Flay's Grilling For Life: 75 Healthier Ideas for Big Flavor from the Fire

by Bobby Flay

Grilling is the most basic method of cooking there is. It dates back to the time of cavemen -- food plus fire equals good. But when it comes to healthy food from the grill, evolution has been slow, producing lots of nutritionally sound but incredibly bland recipes.

Until now. Bobby Flay's Grilling for Life is, first and foremost, about getting the biggest, boldest flavor possible from food and fire while making healthy choices all the way. Imagine a lifetime of Espresso Rubbed BBQ Ribs with Mustard-Vinegar Basting Sauce; Bricked Rosemary Chicken with Lemon; Chinese Chicken Salad with Red Chile-Peanut Dressing; Grilled Beef Filet with Arugula and Parmesan; Grilled Salmon with Lemon, Dill, and Caper Vinaigrette; and Garlic-Red Chile-Thyme-Marinated Shrimp.

For food that is good for you and full of his signature big style and big flavor, Bobby Flay will teach you how to use herbs, spices, heart-healthy oils, citrus zests and juices, honey, and vinegars in place of sugary commercial sauces and marinades. He'll show you how to enhance flavor by toasting nuts, seeds, and spices on the grill; roasting garlic in a covered grill to add to vinaigrettes and marinades; and grilling slices of lemon, lime, and grapefruit to serve on the side.

Bobby believes that we all need a full and balanced diet to be happy and healthy, so the book has everything you need to keep grilling for life: veggies chock-full of fiber; delicious complex carbohydrates (the right carbs) that not only fight heart disease but break down slowly, leaving you feeling fuller longer; fish rich in omega-3 oils; and, of course, the full range of proteins.

To sharpen your skills by the fire, Bobby Flay's Grilling for Life includes the sections "Equipment" (a very short list); "Fahrenheit 101," a temperature chart that helps you navigate rare, medium, and well-done; "Meals in Minutes," offering suggestions for the time-challenged; and "Party Foods," great party menus for everything from a cocktail party to an Italian feast.

Genres: Cookbooks, Cooking, Nonfiction, Food, Reference

224 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2005

About the author

Robert William Flay is an American celebrity chef, restaurateur, and television personality. He is the owner and executive chef of five restaurants: Mesa Grill and Bar Americain in New York City; Mesa Grill in Las Vegas; Mesa Grill in Bahamas (Atlantis Paradise Island, Nassau); and Bobby Flay Steak in Atlantic City, New Jersey.

Flay has hosted seven Food Network television programs and appeared regularly on an eighth. He has also appeared as a guest on other Food Network shows and hosted a number of specials on the network.

Reviews

[Jennifer · Rating 2 out of 5]

One of my biggest leaves are cookbooks with black & white photos or not providing a photo of every recipe. There are only 4 color spreads in the book - less than a quarter of the recipes.

[Dray · Rating 3 out of 5]

A great book on grilling, although I liked his other grill books better. Again, Bobby Flay has a true gift for flavors and sauces and this book has quite a few great flavor combos.

[Carol Mendenhall · Rating 3 out of 5]

Formatting issues, but some interesting recipes...

I have found that I don't care for electronic cookbooks. The formatting is off in the charts (i.e. internal temperatures) and there are some pictures at the end of the book, but not with the recipes, which I didn't like. I'm giving three stars for the recipes, which are low carb and interesting. I would rate the KINDLE EDITION a one star though for the formatting issues. The table of contents makes it easy to move from recipe to recipe, which is nice.

[TLP · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bobby Flay is so creative with the extras... the avocado aioli, the poblano pickle, etc. So many combinations that are delicious and yet still quick to put together. Many of his recipes are staples at our house and have been for many years.

[Donna Hicks · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really interesting.

I found a lot of recipes that I may or may not use in this book. That really isn't important, as what I did get were some great instructions and techniques from a trusted grill master. Can't wait to give them a try!

[Steph · Rating 4 out of 5]

Food is sexy and Bobby makes food look good. Great book for anyone who can't live without their bbq all summer long.

[Joan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Bobby's recipes usually call for one unknown (to me) ingredient, but I track it down and it makes a beautiful difference. His recipes are wonderful and written in a way that ensures your success. This "healthy" one keeps great flavor at the fore.