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Brick Ovens Are For More Than Just Pizza!

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 When people are first told about brick ovens , or maybe their friend mentions that they bought one, they usually automatically go to the idea of delicious pizza straight from the brick oven. However, as we've tried to show in this blog previously, there is a HUGE array of different things that you can create within the confines of your unit. Here's a quick overview of just a few of the best dishes, besides pizza, that you can cook in your own brick oven!  Steaks, like rib eyes, can be a great option for cooking in your brick oven . The extra flavor and moisture of the brick oven helps keep the steak extra juicy and exploding with the tastes of your preferred seasoning in every bite! If you're sticking with meat in your oven, ribs can also be another great choice. The high heat and slow cooking required for ribs is easily achieved in a brick oven and soon you'll be on your way to becoming the new variety of "pitmasters" after a couple of tries!  Along with ma...

Shish Kabobs

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 Just because summer's over, doesn't mean you have to stop enjoying your summertime favorites! Check out this recipe for delicious Shish Kabobs to make in your very own brick oven .  Ingredients:   - 2-3 chicken breasts  - 3 oz. Italian dressing  - 2 bell peppers  - 1 small onion  - 10-15 cherry/ grape variety tomatoes  - 4-5 C water  - Splash of whiskey/ bourbon (optional)  - Cooking spray  - Dash of salt  - Dash of pepper  Steps:  In a sealable plastic bag or container, add chicken breasts and Italian dressing. Marinate 1-2 hours. Remove chicken and cut into approximately 1-2 inch squares. Also, cut peppers and onions into approximately 1-2 inch squares. On each 12” metal or wood skewer, alternate pieces of meat and veggies. Fill a 9 x 13” baking dish with 4-5 cups of water and add a splash of whiskey/ bourbon. (this helps add a smoky flavor during the baking process). Set and evenly space kabob skewers on top lip o...