Who's the barbecue man for 4^th of July? If it's you, these food hacks will surely impress your peers' taste buds or at the least simplify things for you.

Grilling Hacks 101

Instant bacon fix

Have you heard about this clever trick to keep your bacon from shrinking? Well, running some cold water to the bacon before grilling or cooking is said to reduce 50% of its shrinkage. You may also opt to cook your bacon right on the cooler part of the grill for about 7-8 minutes.

Herb on fire

Throw a handful bundle of aromatic herbs into the barbecue grill. You may choose from rosemary, oregano, basil, cilantro, mint, and thyme - enhancing the distinct flavor of your grilled meat, chops, and chicken. Doing this also allows you to savor in that blissful scent that magically makes you crave more for some luscious BBQ delights. You may also put some herb springs to your BBQ to turn them into appetizing kebabs on sticks. 

Grill cheats

Do this magic to deal with some grill mess. Don't forget to smear some garlic-marinated oil to your grill before you add food. This cheat is perfect for preventing your food and its residue from sticking to the grill as well as getting stuck. What you'll love about this is you simply add goodness both in the BBQ's flavor and aroma - something that will make each 'barby' more enticing.

Ice it, baby

Let's unleash a secret in adding moist and yum to your meat and burgers. Putting a little ice chip on the 'barbies' can make each juicier and tastier.

Refreshing Beverages

The feast wouldn't be complete without some cool drinks. Turn simple munchies to flavorful dining glees.

Coffee ice cubes

Pour some freshly brewed coffee on an ice tray and freeze. Pop the ice cubes to your favorite iced coffee drink. You may add some warm coffee, cream, or milk. These coffee ice cubes can surely give you richer and stronger coffee flavor and aroma.

Rainbow drink

Freeze some Kool-Aid on different colors in an ice tray, better if you can have it on different shapes, too. Pour in some sprite or vodka into the glasses and add the 'rainbow-colored' frost. This makes your drinks colorful, more attractive, and ultimately rejuvenating. Everyone can't really say 'no' to these goblets.

The beer bottle and a paper

You wouldn't believe it but it works. Learn how by watching this quick video.

Voila, with all these good treats, you'll surely have that tangy meals and snacks with your loved ones and fave buddies. Take pleasure in these goodies while you embrace freedom and yell, 'Thanks, I am so free!'

Celebrate 4^th of July with a blast!

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