(Family Features) - Who said grilling is just for summer? All across America cooks are discovering that the sizzle and flavor of teriyaki-basted or marinated foods on the grill are welcome year-round. A portable grill can "make" a chilly autumn tailgate party or festive cookout. It can also warm up a snow picnic or transform supper on a cool day into an impromptu party. Don't fret if you don't have a grill - you can get an equally delicious effect with a broiler.

Since Kikkoman offers a wide variety of teriyaki choices, from original and lower sodium Teriyaki Marinade & Sauce to pre-thickened brush-on glazes and a line of 20-minute quick and easy marinades, the possibilities are endless. The newest additions to Kikkoman's teriyaki offerings - Teriyaki Takumi Collection Sauces - have a bolder flavor profile and thicker texture. As with any of Kikkoman's sauces, it's like having your favorite recipe in a bottle. You simply open and pour!

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Versatile Teriyaki

Teriyaki sauces work wonders as a basic ingredient to elevate everyday cooking. Swirl a few tablespoons of your favorite Kikkoman teriyaki sauce into mashed sweet potatoes, and you just might be hooked. Add a tablespoon or two to sautéed mushrooms a few minutes before you take them off the heat, let the teriyaki simmer a bit, and you've doubled the flavor in an instant. If you like roasted vegetables, coat them lightly with a combination of olive oil and teriyaki sauce before popping them in a hot oven. Once you discover how easy it is to kick up the flavor of all kinds of dishes, you'll find yourself adding teriyaki to everything from chili to soup - and loving it.