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Cooking with Coyote: Melissa & Joe Gorga’s Grilled Shrimp Skewers & Whipped Ricotta Crostini

Celebrity power couple Melissa and Joe Gorga (of Real Housewives of New Jersey fame) joined Coyote Outdoor for an unforgettable episode of Cooking with Coyote, showcasing their effortless entertaining style on the Coyote Gen 3 SL Series Grill.

In this episode, they whipped up three crowd-pleasing recipes: Melissa’s Secret Sangria, Grilled Shrimp Skewers, and Whipped Ricotta Crostinis; perfect for summer gatherings! Plus, they highlighted the Gen 3 grill’s smart safety features, like the thermocouple/safety valve and light-up knobs, making outdoor cooking safer and more stylish than ever.

Let’s dive into these easy, elegant recipes that’ll make your next BBQ feel like a Real Housewives-worthy event!

Grilled Shrimp Skewers

grilled shrimp gorga

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 lb medium shrimp (peeled & deveined)
  • Fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Fresh lemon juice
  • Wooden or metal skewers (soak wooden ones in water for 20 mins)

Instructions

  1. Skewer the shrimp (4-5 per stick).
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, and then season with salt, pepper, and parsley.
  3. Grill on medium-high heat (about 2-3 minutes per side) until shrimp turn pink and slightly charred.
  4. Serve immediately with lemon wedges!

Whipped Ricotta Crostinis

crostinis gorga

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 1 French baguette, sliced into ½-inch pieces
  • 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (+ more for drizzling)
  • 1 lemon (juiced)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Make the whipped ricotta: In a bowl, mix ricotta, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt. Whip until smooth.
  2. Grill the bread & tomatoes:
  3. Brush baguette slices with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
  4. Toss cherry tomatoes in olive oil.
  5. Grill bread until golden (1-2 mins per side).
  6. Grill tomatoes until blistered (3-4 mins).
  7. Assemble: Spread ricotta on crostini, top with roasted tomatoes, and garnish with parsley!

Melissa’s Secret Sangria

sangria gorga

Ingredients

  • 1 bottle of your favorite wine (Melissa used cabernet)
  • 1 cup of orange liqueur 
  • 1/2 cup of brandy
  • 3 to 4 cups of ginger ale
  • Half of a sliced apple
  • 2 to 3 orange slices

Instructions

  1. Combine all of your liquids into the pitcher.
  2. Slice up your fruits and add them to the mix.
  3. Put some ice in your wine glass and pour in the Sangria!

Why the Coyote Gen 3 Grills Shine

Melissa and Joe couldn’t stop raving about the game-changing features of Coyote’s Gen 3 SL Series Grill, designed to make outdoor cooking as effortless as entertaining. The light-up knobs eliminate guesswork by glowing when the grill is on, while the advanced safety valve and thermocouple system provides peace of mind by preventing gas leaks. Beyond functionality, the grill’s sleek, professional-grade design seamlessly blends into high-end outdoor kitchens, like the Gorgas’ own RTA Outdoor Living setup.

"It’s so easy to entertain with Coyote," Melissa remarked.

Grill Like the Gorgas: Easy Elegance with Coyote Outdoor

These shrimp skewers, whipped ricotta crostinis, and Secret Sangria prove that elegant entertaining doesn’t have to be complicated, especially with the Coyote Gen 3 grills doing the heavy lifting.

Try these recipes at your next BBQ and tag @CoyoteOutdoor, we may feature you!

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