Symon's Dinners Cooking Out

Some of Michael Symon's best dishes are influenced by the women around him. He makes Grilled Lamb Chops with Rosemary Salt inspired by his mother, and Grilled Halloumi and Watermelon Kabobs are his daughter-in-law's favorite dish off the grill.

Fried clams; sweet corn panna cotta.

Grilled pork tenderloin; mango slaw.

Inspired by his heritage, Michael Symon combines traditional Greek dishes with backyard American grilling. He makes Sesame Roasted Chicken Thighs and traditional Baba Ganoush, and his wife, Liz, prepares tangy Feta Waffle Chips.

Michael Symon gets nostalgic and makes childhood favorites worthy of a dinner party. He transforms humble mac and cheese into a creamy Marsala and Mushroom Pasta Bake, makes Rosemary Bruschetta and shares Boozy Frozen Cream Bars with wife Lizzie.

Greek-style American macaroni dinner.

Making birria-style beef tacos.

Michael Symon connects food with memory, making Grilled Swordfish with Salsa Fresca that reminds him of heading off to college. For dessert, his wife, Lizzie, joins him to make Ricotta Cornmeal Pound Cake and share the memory of when they met.

Michael Symon makes spatchcock chicken.

Michael Symon uses coffee throughout his whole meal, starting with Chicken-Fried Steak with Pepper Gravy that has a hint of coffee and some tobacco-tasting onions. His wife, Lizzie, shakes up a Cold Brew Martini, and they make Banana Espresso Pudding.

Michael Symon makes New Orleans gumbo.

Michael Symon reinvents Depression-era "City Chicken" as Cast Iron Pork Tenderloin with asparagus and a tangy horseradish dressing. His wife, Lizzie, joins him to make foolproof Mason Jar Strawberry Ice Cream.

Michael Symon makes grilled spanakopita.

Michael Symon makes Quick Marinated Grilled Scallops paired with Potato Zucchini Pancakes with Yogurt Sauce. This light combination is perfectly satisfying, especially when enjoyed with Pisco Sours made by Michael's wife, Lizzie.

Michael Symon takes the time to make a Slow-Cooked Pork Butt Steak, and while that's on the grill, he works on Roasted Cauliflower. No epic dinner would be complete without dessert, so Michael's wife, Lizzie, creates an All-American Crepe Cake.

Michael makes pulled pork sandwiches.

Michael Symon makes Tuscan-Style Roasted Chicken by glazing grilled chicken with floral vermouth and adding Brussels Sprout and Kale Salad. Michael's wife, Liz, adds Green Goddess Dressing to the salad, and they toast with Apple Gin Fizz cocktails.

Michael Symon makes strip steak.

Michael makes a spaghetti pie.

Michael Symon makes a quick, flavor-packed and hearty meal that's perfect after a long summer day. He prepares Cast Iron Striped Bass with Brown Butter and Lime Cilantro Sauce, and his wife, Lizzie, steps in to make a lively No-Bake Blueberry Lemon Pie.

Pastrami spiced pork chops.

Michael Symon can't help but make burgers when he fires up his grill! He works on Beef and Chorizo Stuffed Burgers and adds a side of Cast Iron-Charred Broccoli Salad with creamy dressing to contrast the char. His wife, Lizzie, stirs up Peach Sangria.

Michael makes a sausage sandwich.

Michael Symon makes a whole meal starring tomatoes. He starts with meaty Stuffed Tomatoes on the grill and also makes a delicate Tomato Tart Tatin with sweet caramelized onions.

Michael Symon and his wife, Lizzie, prepare an elegant Italian feast, pairing Lizzie's tender and delicious Chicken Cutlets with Michael's Spaghetti with Pesto Tomato Sauce. They top off the day with Lizzie's refreshing, fruity C and C Slushy.