Mouthwatering Summer Cookout Recipes

BAY CITY, Mich. – What's better than a summer cookout, surrounded by family, friends, and fun? Nothing! The summer is full of excitement, and your stomach should be too! Try some mouthwatering summer cookout recipes to treat your taste buds on Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, and the whole rest of the season! Even the pickiest of eaters will be coming back for seconds with these incredibly delicious dishes. From filling entrees to satisfying side dishes, creating the perfect cookout meal is just a few simple steps away!

Fajita Chicken Kebabs

Spice up this year's cookout with some tasty fajita chicken kebabs. Show everyone who's boss with this fantastic combination of chicken, vegetables, and salsa. Sprinkle some salt and limes to add an extra kick of flavor! If you aren't much of a salsa person, guacamole and chips go perfectly with this yummy entree. 

Grilled Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Want all the taste of buffalo wings with none of the hassle? These grilled buffalo chicken sandwiches are sure to be the talk of the cookout. The bold flavor blends with the freshly grilled chicken, and it goes perfectly with the blue cheese-apple slaw served on top! It's an easy-to-make entree with an iconic buffalo sauce to top it off!

Baked Garlic Parmesan Potato Wedges

Take a bite of golden, tender perfection with these garlic parmesan potato wedges. They're much healthier than regular french fries, and have an added kick of garlic parmesan flavor, too! It only takes around 45 minutes to cook and the recipe serves up to 6 people, so you'll be able to feed the whole family with this terrific side dish! 

Grilled White House Pizza

Looking for a healthier option this season, but don't want to miss out on great food? The grilled white house pizza uses vegetables and sweet potatoes for a surprisingly satisfying and tasty take on a pizza. You can make the most of this fresh flavor with some oregano for that bold kick! Give your taste buds the special treatment they deserve with a slice of this savory pizza.

Honey Lime Fruit Salad

Experience every color of the fruit rainbow with this honey lime fruit salad! Using orange juice, honey, and lime zest, you can create the perfect dressing for this extravagant spectrum of flavors! You can use the leftovers with some yogurt and granola to make a fantastic follow-up breakfast, too. The honey and lime dressing will help to create a tart flavor that will compliment the sweetness of the fruits, giving you a must-have side dish for cookout season!

With just a few of these easy-to-make recipes, you'll be the talk of the cookout in no time. Putting together these must-have dishes will fuel your creativity and give you even more ideas for the next cookout. We hope these mouthwatering summer cookout recipes have inspired the master chef in you! If you're out and about and run into any trouble on the road, feel free to contact us and we can get your vehicle towed and inspected as soon as possible! Make sure to regularly check up on our coupons to ensure that you get the best deal you can when you schedule service, too!

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help our community grow to become an even better place to call home! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Quick & Easy Road Trip Snacks to Pack

BAY CITY, Mich. – What's the first thing your kids say when you all pile in the car for a summer road trip? "Are we there yet?" may come first but, "I'm hungry!" is probably a close second. At Graff Bay City we want to help you keep everyone's hunger and energy levels in check with these Quick & Easy Road Trip Snacks to Pack for your next vacation!

When you're prepping your car for a summer road trip, aside from making sure your vehicle itself is safe and running well, you want to make sure you are prepared to keep your passengers happy by keeping their bellies full. And when it comes to eating on the open road, there are a few key criteria for the best take-along snacks: tasty, healthy, easily fit into a cooler, won't make a mess, and can be eaten without dishes or utensils! Take a look at our recommendations and share your ideas in the comments section!

Quick & Easy Road Trip Snacks to Pack

• Fruit
  For ultimate simplicity, you can opt for personal sized fruits like apples, bananas, pears, etc. Or throw chunks of pineapple, melon, grapes, or other small fruits into a Ziploc bag and you're ready to go!
• Veggies
  The same goes for veggies. Just chop up your favorites for the perfect grab-and-go healthy snack. You could even bring along some hummus for dipping!
• Packaged Snacks
  If you're looking for a road trip snack that will stay fresh a little longer, bring along your favorite healthy packaged snack. Think granola bars, crackers, cereal, trail mix, dried fruit, string cheese, etc. As it goes with packaged snacks though, just make sure to take a peek at the nutrition label first so you know what is really in your snack.
• Sandwiches
  For something a little more filling, sandwiches and wraps are super simple to prepare ahead of time and are convenient to grab when you're feeling hungry mid-trip. Keep it simple with nut butter and whole grain bread, or mix it up with a whole grain tortilla roll up!
• Frozen Water Bottles
  This idea is genius! Freeze some of your water bottles so they can be used as ice packs, and then as they thaw they can double as a refreshing drink for any thirsty passengers.

If you want to get a little crazy, you could even prepare your favorite healthy foods like salad or quinoa in tupperware. Just bring along some plastic utensils to enjoy them during your journey. But when it comes to easy road trip snacks, it's all about keeping in mind what your family likes and what will keep everyone's spirits up when the drive gets long. Don't forget a few napkins just in case, and of course, enjoy the ride!

What better way to enjoy the ride than with a 2016 Chevrolet Traverse? This Chevy SUV was named Kelley Blue Book's "Best Family Car of 2014". With enough seating for eight people and new 4G LTE Wi-Fi technology, your whole family will enjoy a comfortable and connected road trip. To test drive the new 2016 Chevy Traverse contact our Graff Bay City sales team today! Before you hit the road make sure to check your current vehicle's fluids and filters. Our new routine fluids page will take you through the different fluids your vehicle uses and how to properly take care of them. Our routine filters page will let you know how important filters are to your vehicle, and what will happen if they are not regularly serviced. Schedule your routine maintenance service appointment online!

If you need any help making sure your vehicle is ready for your summer road trip, stop by our Bay City Chevrolet Dealership and we can help you out! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Thanksgiving Appetizers To Compliment Your Feast

BAY CITY, Mich. – It's hard to believe, but turkey day is almost here which means it's time to decide what you're making for the family! While all of your guests are most likely looking forward to the main course, you can prevent them from getting 'hangry' before dinner hits the table with these delicious Thanksgiving Appetizers to compliment your feast!

Perfectly satisfying and autumn-themed, these Thanksgiving day appetizers will keep your guests perfectly entertained while you finish cooking the meal. Make sure to add these ingredients to your grocery list so you're prepared for the big day!

Thanksgiving Appetizers To Compliment Your Feast

Crunchy, crisp, and sweet. These Apple, Brie, and Honey Bruschetta Bites are a simple yet savory appetizer to tide your guests over before the main meal is complete!

If you like the idea of sweet and savory, but want to incorporate Thanksgiving's fruit of choice, the cranberry, these Cranberry Brie Bites are for you!

Now we know mashed potatoes are one of Thanksgiving's most important side dishes, but these bite-sized Mashed Potato Puffs are perfect for those who just can't wait to dig in!

The great thing about these Skinny Spinach and Bacon Stuffed Mushrooms is that they're delicious and nutritious. How could you not love them?!

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time to be spent with family and friends to appreciate each other. This year, and every year, we are so thankful for the support our community has show us and so we are focusing these last few weeks of the year on our Season of Giving! From the Safe Harbor Kitchen Drive to Jayden's Toy Drive, we want to give back in any way that we can and we appreciate everyone who helps us!

If there is anything we can do to help your family stay safe this season, stop by our Midland area used car dealer and we'd be more than happy to take care of any auto service you need done. Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help you find the perfect car, truck, or SUV for your new family! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Festive Fall Pumpkin Spice Recipes to Celebrate Autumn

BAY CITY, Mich. – Corn mazes, hay rides, and pumpkins are all tell-tale signs that fall is here! If you can't tell we are super excited for the start of a new season and like many of you we can't wait to whip up some festive fall pumpkin spice recipes to celebrate autumn!

So naturally we took to Pinterest to pick out some of our favorite recipes that we're sure you'll love! From healthy smoothies to indulgent treats, we've got a little bit of everything to cover all of your fall cravings! If you have a favorite fall recipe we'd love for you to share it in the comments!

Festive Fall Pumpkin Spice Recipes to Celebrate Autumn

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

 Skinny Pumpkin Nutella Dip

Pumpkin Roll Recipe

Healthy Pumpkin Spice Latte

Healthy Oatmeal Pumpkin Pancakes

Pumpkin Pie Smoothie

Apple Pie Smoothie

Don't forget that nasty weather is on its way so it's important to make sure your vehicle is ready to keep you safe! Our dealership near Saginaw, MI can take care of any auto service you need. From brakes to oil changes, we have you covered! 

Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect fall vehicle! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Comfort Food Recipes For Fall

BAY CITY, Mich. – Chilly temps have finally started to move in (even if only just a little) and it's got us craving comfort food all day, everyday. From healthy treats to energize our mornings and savory pasta to warm us up in the evening, to straight up delicious treats that we'll take any time of day, these comfort food recipes for fall are our top picks this season!

Comfort Food Recipes For Fall

Pumpkin Breakfast Cookies

Start your day off on a healthy note with these pumpkin breakfast cookies that are packed with all kinds of goodies that will keep you energized all day long.

Slow Cooker Caramel Apple Crumble

Whether you need a mid-week pick-me-up or are having an autumn get-together, this slow cooker caramel apple crumble gets the job done in the dessert department.

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Bread

Dessert, breakfast, or mid-day snack – this pumpkin chocolate chip bread is a comforting treat any time of day.

Pumpkin Macaroni and Cheese

 Looking for a hug in a bowl? Look no further than this pumpkin macaroni and cheese that screams Fall.

Ravioli with Pumpkin Alfredo

When it comes to comfort food, there is just nothing that is as comforting as this ravioli with pumpkin already. Trust us. 

As Fall continues to move in and your autumn adventures begin, make sure you're ready for anything with a new Chevy car or truck from our Mt. Morris Area Chevrolet Dealership. Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we are here to help you find the perfect car, truck, or SUV for your new family! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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The Best Produce To Buy In August

BAY CITY, Mich. – Can you believe it's already August?! We don't know about you but we have been enjoying all that summer has to offer and look forward to continuing the fun for the rest of the season! If all of the backyard BBQs, long nights, and weekends away are leaving you feeling tired, sluggish, reenergize for the rest of the summer with these options for the best produce to buy in August!

We're all about buying local, fresh, and healthy, so we thought why not look into which fruits and veggies are in season during August and incorporate those into our diets all month long. There are so many options to choose from that you won't get bored and before you know it, your energy levels will be back at their peak, ready to enjoy the rest of summer! If you want to see more information like this, make sure to sign up for our monthly newsletter! 

The Best Produce to Buy in August

Corn

Watermelon

Tomatoes

Apple

Avocado

Green Beans

Berries

Cucumber

Eggplant

Figs

Grapes

Melons

Onion

Peaches

Pears

Peppers

Plums

Raspberries

Squash

If your vehicle is the one showing signs of summer exhaustion, we can help with that too. Either stop by our new Xpress Service Center for a quick oil change, or visit us at our Chevy Dealership serving Midland, MI and we can get your vehicle in tip top shape. Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Summer Side Dish Recipes

BAY CITY, Mich. – While summer was a little slow to arrive on the scene, 4th of July is almost here and that means you're likely spending the weekend outdoors with friends and family if our Michigan weather cooperates. Rather than bringing the same old macaroni salad to this year's celebration, make sure your contribution is the life of the party with one of these delicious Summer Side Dish Recipes!

Summer Side Dish Recipes

Potato and Zucchini Salad

Potato salad is a summer staple, but if you'd prefer to avoid all that extra mayo then this fresh twist on the classic salad is for you. Spoiler alert: healthier whole grain mustard and olive oil take mayo's place!

Summer Pasta Salad with Baby Greens

Pasta salad is another one of those summer classics, and this upgraded recipe is one of our favorites. Full of flavor, greens, and tasty balsamic, your party goers will be pleasantly surprised with this twist on your classic pasta salad.

Charred Corn Salad

If you've already got the grill on, turn the heat up to high and make your summer side dish right there. This charred corn salad accompanied by tomatoes and red onion is a great option for all you corn on the cob lovers, and is a bit easier to eat if you're socializing in the backyard.

Wild Mushroom Toast

While garlic bread isn't typically a side dish that you think about serving over 4th of July weekend, this one topped with mushrooms is too good to pass up. Plus, if you already have the grill on, we think heating the bread on the grill would be a great added touch.

Party Mix

Can't forget about the finger food that everyone loves to munch on before the grill heats up! If you want to bring a little pre-dinner snack to your celebration then we recommend this party mix with some unconventional ingredients like Bugles and roasted green peas. Trust us, take one look at it and you'll want to make it!

We hope that you have a great time cooking up a delicious 4th of July meal, but above all stay safe! If you need to get your vehicle tuned up before you head up north, stop in and we can help you out! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706 and we can help you find the perfect vehicle for your weekend getaway! For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our website: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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Game Time Snacks

BAY CITY, Mich.- The Detroit Tigers have made it to the ALCS, football season is underway, and the Detroit Red Wings just began their season too. Some would say it's the best time of the year! While we all wish we could be in the first row at every game, we can still enjoy from our living room couch. Get in the spirit and make the most of the season with our delicious Game Time Snack recommendations!

When game time hits, the best addition to good company is a tasty snack. Whether you prefer the classics or like to try new flavors, these Game Time Snacks are all winners!

Who doesn't love buffalo chicken dip? It's a game time go-to. With only five ingredients, it's super easy to whip up too!

Another great dip option is jalapeño popper dip, inspired by the popular finger-food. The great thing about this snack, is that it can be made up the night before to save time on game day.

If you're looking for something a little more substantial, this BBQ chicken ranch french bread is perfect for your get together. Simple to throw together, and at only 3-5 minutes in the oven, it will be ready in no time!

For another filling option, try this twist on a typical pizza: pizza quesadillas! Cook it on the stove, like you would a traditional quesadilla, and fill it with your favorite pizza toppings!

For another fun twist on a classic game time snack, try the recently popular buffalo roasted cauliflower! Judging by the ingredients, you're probably doubting this one, but we put this snack to the test and know all your sports fans will love it!

As you enjoy your game time snacks, don't forget to enter the Graff NFL Challenge for the chance to win a set of free tires! Just enter your picks for each Monday Night Football game at www.GraffNFL.com and you could even win a championship game at the end of the season! We can also help you find the perfect tailgating vehicle at our Bridgeport Area Chevrolet Dealership and Used Car Dealership! Hank Graff Chevy is located at 3636 Wilder Road, Bay City, MI 48706. For more information on Hank Graff Chevrolet, or for any questions call us at (989) 684-4411 or visit our websites: www.GraffBayCity.com.

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