Bruschetta

Ingredients:

2 -3 c. Meaty tomatoes, chopped small
1/2 c. Onion, chopped fine
2 T. Garlic
2 t. Balsamic vinegar
2 T. Olive Oil
12-15 Basil leaves, chopped
1 t. Sea salt

Combine all ingredients.  Let rest a couple hours.  Serve over toasted baguette bread.

Huli Huli Chicken

Ingredients:

Serve with grilled pineapple and coconut rice.

• 4 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, chicken breasts also work
• 1 cup unsweetened pineapple juice
• ½ cup soy sauce
• ½ cup brown sugar
• ⅓ cup ketchup
• ¼ cup chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons fresh ginger root, grated
• 1½ teaspoons minced garlic
• green onions, sliced for garnish

Directions:

1. In a medium sized bowl, whisk together pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, ketchup, chicken broth, ginger and garlic. Reserve 1 cup sauce for basting. Add the chicken thighs and sauce to a ziplock bag and marinate at least 3 hours or overnight.
2. Grill chicken, covered, over medium heat for 6-8 minutes on each side or until no longer pink. Baste occasionally with reserved marinade during the last 5 minutes. Garnish with green onions if desired