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With summer nearly upon us here in East Amherst, New York, it’s time to start thinking about summer BBQs and doing a few test runs before inviting the crew over for a Memorial Day gathering. We’re happy to provide picnic space with charcoal grills for our residents — just one of the many amenities we offer . Today, the Autumn Creek Apartments Blog has some tips planning a barbecue for friends and families.   Keep it Simple You can’t go wrong with simplicity. Burgers and brats are an American staple that most people are sure to love. Shish kebabs and grilled veggies are also great choices. Planning a complicated yet delicious menu can be fun, but sometimes there’s not a whole lot of time for the preparation you need. BBQs are always about being on the go. Keeping everything simple will make sure that you get the food out in a timely manner.   Be Prepared Nothing ruins a barbecue like forgetting something crucial like utensils or napkins. A good thing to do is to have a checklist for the night before. Once you’ve gotten everything, place all the necessary items in a box so you don’t forget! The weather is also something to take into consideration, as it can be fickle. Have a backup plan for if the weather turns sour.     Activities Games and activities are fun ways to get everyone interacting with each other; they can also help you stave off the lethargy as the good food settles in. Bring along a frisbee and a few decks of cards for your guests to enjoy. For more grilling tips , take a look at our sister-property, Windsong Place, and their blog post from last summer. Next time we’ll share some recipes that are grill friendly, so stay tuned. What is your favorite dish to cook on the grill? Let us know in the comments. Thanks for reading.

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Grill-Friendly Recipes for Your Barbecue-image

  May is the month to get your grill on! Today, Autumn Creek Apartments is sharing some grill-friendly recipes to try out this summer. From main dishes to sides to desserts, we’ve got options. Whether you use our picnic area and charcoal grills or head to your favorite East Amherst, NY park or campground, we hope you enjoy spending some time eating in the great outdoors.   Grilled Lemon Oregano Chicken & Shrimp Skewers : This is a delicious and simple recipe you can use with chicken or shrimp. It comes from Yummy Healthy Easy . You’ll need chicken breasts, large shrimp, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, oregano, and wooden skewers.   The Ultimate Burger : Everyone familiar with a barbecue knows that burgers are a staple. Enjoy this delicious recipe for the perfect burger by celebrity chef Bobby Flay. You’ll be surprised by how little you actually need for a mouth-watering delicious burger.   Brazilian Grilled Pineapple : As an appetizer or a dessert, this blend of pineapple slices, brown sugar, and cinnamon is the perfect addition to a barbeque. This is the description from Allrecipes.com: "Favorite at a Brazilian steakhouse in Dallas. Not sure if this is the exact recipe they use but it tastes very close. Great side for kabobs and steak."   Maple Glazed Bacon Wrapped Roasted Carrots : Every descriptor in the title of this recipe has us pulling out the grocery list! Any skeptic of carrots will fall for this savory side. You’ll get a journey of complementary and juxtaposing tastes and textures with the crispy bacon and tender carrots wrapped nicely together. With just three ingredients (and any seasoning you wish to top it with), this luxury side will look like it’s straight from a five-star restaurant.   Grilled Peaches with Vanilla Ice Cream : For a delicious dessert, try out these soft and warm grilled peaches. This recipe comes from What’s Gaby Cooking . You’ll need ripe peaches and nectarines, canola oil, vanilla ice cream, honey, and sea salt. Grill the peaches face down, then top with the ice cream, honey, and sea salt.   We hope you enjoy barbecuing this summer here at Autumn Creek Apartments in East Amherst, NY! Feel free to share your favorite grill-friendly recipes in the comments.  

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