H-E-B’s Chef Randy shares 4th of July cookout ideas

WACO, Texas (KWTX) - H-E-B’s Chef Randy joined KWTX News 10 This Morning to share fun and affordable 4th of July meals.

From the Grill

H-E-B Pre-Seasoned Tri-Tip Steak

• Seared and grilled to medium for tenderness and juicy texture
• H-E-B has both seasoned and unseasoned options

H-E-B Beef Brisket Hot Dogs

• Grilled and featured standalone or with H-E-B brisket queso
• A Texas twist on classic ballpark dogs

Burnt Portobello Mushrooms with Chipotle Mayo

• Brined briefly in light saltwater
• Brushed with H-E-B Chipotle Mayonnaise, then grilled until charred

Dips

Meal Simple by H-E-B Tex-Mex Brisket Queso Dip

Meal Simple by H-E-B Bacon Spinach Artichoke Dip

Meal Simple by H-E-B Bacon Jalapeño Popper Dip

Veggies & Fruit

Dream Melons – Sliced and chilled

Grilled Bell Peppers – Brushed with oil and grilled

Chips

H-E-B Wavy Potato Chips - Lemon Pepper (Limited Edition)

H-E-B Thin Potato Chips - Spicy Lime Cucumber (Limited Edition)

Drinks

H-E-B Blackberry Lemonade (Limited Edition)

H-E-B Sugar-Free Watermelon Lemonade (Limited Edition)

Lone Star Smokehouse Cooler, a smoky-sweet chilled drink

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Chill Time: 2 hours
• Serves: 6 or more

Ingredients:

• 2 tbsp Cookwell & Co. Bodacious Red Soppin’ Sauce
• 3 cups H-E-B Select Lemonade
• 1½ cups H-E-B Sweet Tea
• 1½ cups H-E-B 1877 Mineral Water (Original or Lime), chilled
• 1 tbsp Hill Country Fare Apple Cider Vinegar

Instructions:

1. In a large pitcher, combine the Soppin’ sauce, lemonade, sweet tea, and apple cider vinegar.
2. Stir well until the sauce is fully integrated.
3. Slowly add chilled mineral water and gently stir to keep the carbonation.
4. Taste and adjust – add optional H-E-B flavor enhancer if desired.
5. Serve over ice. Garnish with lemon wheels or fresh herbs for extra flair.

Thermometer Tips for Grilling

Tri-Tip Roast: Pull from the grill at 130°F for medium-rare or 140°F for medium. Always rest for at least 10 minutes.

Brisket Hot Dogs: Heat to 165°F internal temp for food safety.

Veggies & Mushrooms: No minimum temp, but 135°F ensures warmth and grill marks.

General Tip:

• Use a digital instant-read thermometer for fast, accurate reads.
• Insert into the thickest part of the protein (avoid bone or fat).
• Clean the thermometer between uses with an alcohol wipe or hot, soapy water.

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