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Grilling up a good meal for guests is a summertime ritual, but that doesn’t mean you need to spend a fortune impressing your invitees. The trick? Mix high-cost cuts of meats with low-cost items like vegetables or condiments. You’ll create incredible dishes, while also getting the most bang for your barbequing buck. Here are a few of our favorites at SheKnows.com.

Carolina Country Style Ribs

For a juicy, Southern-style barbeque, there's nothing quite like these ribs. Marinate for several hours – or boil beforehand to remove excess fat – and you'll have tender, succulent ribs that will satiate any appetite.

For the full recipe, visit: http://www.sheknows.com/recipes/recipe/carolina-country-style-ribs-1

Stuffed Hot Dogs: Hot and Sweet Pepper Dogs

From the kitchen of Rachel Ray, this dish is not only simple to whip up it's absolutely delicious to dig into. Serve on a Caesar salad or with grilled veggies and flatbread.

For the full recipe, visit: http://www.rachaelray.com/recipe.php?recipe_id=3144

Steak Verde

Courtesy of Woman's Day, this inexpensive dish is absolutely delish. All you need is a great cut of flank steak. Top with a homemade green salsa, serve with some pita and a tossed green salad and you've got an inexpensive meal to tickle any of your guest's fancies.

For the full recipe, visit: http://www.womansday.com/Recipes/Steak-Verde

Balsamic Pork Chops

If you're short on time and low on budget, these pork chops – in an easy-to-whip-up marinade – are perfect for a surprise barbeque. Serve with grilled veggies or an olive oil-based pasta salad.

For the full recipe, visit: http://www.sheknows.com/recipes/recipe/balsamic-pork-chops-1

Southwestern Corn Salad

A perfect and refreshing dish that goes great with a chicken breast or fresh sausage, this recipe comes to us courtesy of AllRecipes.com.

For the full recipe, visit: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Southwestern-Roasted-Corn-Salad/Detail.aspx

California Hamburgers

Another delish dish from Woman's Day, this one is perfect for when kids are around and you're hoping to create a little bit more of a do-it-yourself feel. Simply lay out added condiments for your guests to get them topping these burgers on their own.

For the full recipe, visit: http://www.womansday.com/Recipes/California-Hamburgers

Greek-Style Shrimp Salad

Crisp and refreshing, this recipe from AllRecipes.com is a crowd pleaser. On top of that, it's incredibly easy to prepare (so you'll spend less time grilling and more time relaxing with your guests).

For the full recipe, visit: http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Greek-Style-Shrimp-Salad-on-a-Bed-of-Baby-Spinach/Detail.aspx

Spinach Salad with Slumped Mushrooms

Top this dish from Rachel Ray with a few barbequed chicken breasts – and a healthy dose of toasted baguette – and your guests will leave feeling more than satisfied.

For the full recipe, visit: http://www.rachaelray.com/recipe.php?recipe_id=3140

Asian Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Pineapple

A favorite of SheKnows.com readers, this Asian-inspired dish is full of flavor and is a fantastic option for a summertime barbeque party.

For the full recipe, visit: http://www.sheknows.com/recipes/recipe/asian-grilled-pork-tenderloin-with-pineapple-1

Grilled Indian Pork Kabobs with Sweet Onions and Red Bell Peppers

For something a bit more on the exotic side, these kabobs are perfect – especially when you know you'll have kids as guests. As an added bonus, there's minimal cleanup involved since everything is baked on kabob sticks. Serve with flatbread and tzatziki sauce.

For the full recipe, visit: http://www.sheknows.com/recipes/recipe/grilled-indian-pork-kabobs-with-sweet-onions-and-red-bell-peppers-1

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