Grilling and Meats Weekend...

So the Grilling of the Meats is this coming weekend. I have been charged with lamb and chicken wings for our little gathering.

For the chicken wings, I will probably just go with my standard grilling recipe. So no surprises there.

But for the leg of lamb I am having some issues with which way to go. A simple marinade:

• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano (preferably Greek), crumbled
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Or something more complex:

• 2/3 c. fresh lemon juice (or lemon zest)
• 1/2 c. brown sugar
• 1/4 c. Dijon style mustard
• 1/4 c. soy sauce
• 1/4 c. olive oil
• 1 tsp. salt
• 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 1/2" slice fresh ginger root, unpeeled
• sprigs of fresh rosemary and cilantro

I was toying around with a yogurt based marinade as well, but decided against it.

For side dish, I will probably whip up some red gold potatoes and onions grilled with some aged white cheddar. I may toss some halved brussel sprouts in there as well for some added color and flavor.

That is what I am thinking for now. We shall see how it goes.

-Cheers