20 Surprising Grilling Facts You Haven’t Heard 10 Times Before

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That love of grilling has carried on throughout the ages. Today, the bestselling grill on Amazon is the Cuisinart CCGI190 Portable Charcoal Grill which features a dual locking system, enamel-coated firebox, and an ash catcher for easy cleanups. It’s portable so you can take it on the road, to get-togethers in the park, and camping trips.

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If you’re a fan of barbecue you’ll love Virgil’s Barbecue Roadtrip Cookbook, which rounds up the most mouthwatering, finger-licking barbecue and grilling recipes in the country, including delicious side dishes like Southern Accent Grits and Virgil’s Perfect Banana Pudding.

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Today Weber Grills has expanded their line. In addition to their iconic line of charcoal grills, they also sell propane grills and accessories like the Weber Barbecue System Griddle, which sits on top of your grill so you can saute or make pancakes, bacon, grilled cheese sandwiches in the great outdoors.

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If you want to take your grilling skill to the next level, try incorporating a spice rub to your regular barbecue fare. We like the Spiceology rubs because the spices are ground fresh and the company is masters with flavor combinations. The Black & Bleau Cajun and Blue Cheese Spice Rub adds a gourmet touch to everything from steak, burgers, and mushrooms.

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For additional ideas for preparing seafood and more from top chefs, check out the gorgeous new Washington Wine and Food: A Cookbook. plus food. This beautifully photographed book features recipes and wine pairings from the best chefs in Seattle. The coffee-braised short ribs recipe on page 113 is surprisingly easy and absolutely amazing.

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The first lesson in grilling is simply firing up the grill. If you need a little help, the Zippo Flex Neck Utility Lighter makes it easy. This reusable metal lighter features wind-resistant and dual-flame technology. There’s even a dial so you can adjust the flame.

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For a quick, easy, outside of the box meal, try throwing a pizza on the grill. Start with an Angelic Grains Sprouted Seven Grain Flatzza flatbread pizza crust. They’re healthy and come two to a pack. Dress them up with your favorite toppings or leftovers from the fridge and barbecue until the cheese is melted and bubbling. It’s a delicious lazy night meal.

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Even if you don’t live in the White House, it’s still easy to grill at home with the Char-Broil Performance 36,000 BTU Stainless Steel Gas Grill With Side Burner. This sleek machine is reasonably priced and features an electric ignition, exterior temperature gauges, and a removable grease tray to make clean up a breeze.

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If you’re grilling your tofu (or anything else), kabob-style, the innovative O-Yaki Stainless Steel Skewer Set makes life so much easier. The innovative design allows it to stand up on your grill for an even cook that doesn’t require rotating your skewers. As an added bonus, it works just as well as in your oven, too.

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“Avoid thick, sugary marinades and ones that have a lot of herbs because they tend to burn much quicker,” Oceguera says. Shake off any excess oil prior to grilling to avoid creating soot, too, he advises. For all the great taste of amazing barbecue without the sugar, try Sweet Baby Ray’s Original No Sugar Added Barbecue Sauce. The flavors are so tangy and delicious you won’t miss the sugar.

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If you store your grill in a garage, shed, or anyplace indoors after you’ve winterized your grill, remove the propane tank as even the tiniest leak can explode and cause major damage in an enclosed location. Instead, store it upright and outside, away from the dryer or furnace vents and out of proximity of children. Last, cover the gas line with plastic to discourage insects from making a home in it.

It’s important to protect your grill, too. The Simple Houseware Heavy Duty Gas Barbecue Grill Cover is waterproof, weather-resistant, wind-resistant, with easy-to-use fasteners to keep it in place. It’s easy to clean, too. Just spray it with water and set it out to dry in the sun.

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If you love grilling corn, but hate the chore of husking it, you’ll be interested in this simple trick. According to Chef John of Youtube fame, if you put each ear in the microwave for three minutes then chop off the bottom with a knife, the husks and silk will slide right off. (Be careful, because the ears will be hot.)

Corn on the cob with butter is a wonderful thing. What makes it even better? Ghee, a type of clarified butter that dates all the way back to Ancient butter. It’s absolutely delicious. If you’re trying it for the first time, California Grass-fed Garlic Ghee butter by 4th & Heart is hormone-free, antibiotic-free, smooth, creamy, and spreadable.

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You don’t even have to be a minor royalty to grill up some of the best sausages you’ve ever tasted. Omaha Steak Company offers polish sausages made of 100 percent filet mignon. Lightly spiced with garlic and paprika, they’re shipped straight to your door. You’ll never go back to regular hot dogs again.

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“The biggest mistake anyone makes when they’re inexperienced cooking is overhandling,” Welsch says. Let your burger sit for a minute before flipping it—set a timer if you have to. “Just like a watched pot never boils, an overly handled burger or steak isn’t going to be as beautiful or as tasty,” he says. The ThermoPro Digital Kitchen Timer makes it easy to keep track of time and can be set up to 23 hours and 53 minutes for longer cooks like smoking. It’s sleek and stylish enough to use inside the house, too.

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