Category Grilling Tips

Common Mistakes to Avoid When Making S’mores

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Forget watermelon, popsicles, and ice cream sandwiches; s’mores are the iconic treats of summertime. While the feeling of diving into this small, sweet sandwich is absolutely divine, there’s something magical and uniquely nostalgic about the experience of making a s’more…

German Grilling Technique: The Schwenker

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There’s something to grilling that invokes a special magic. The sight of the flame, the sound of the sizzle, and the delicious wafting smells all add up to a cooking process unmatched by anything else. And though it seems straightforward…

How to Grill a Whole Pineapple: A Guide to Cooking Times

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Summer is the perfect time to experiment on the grill. While burgers and hot dogs are a staple at backyard barbecues (even if they’re vegan), you don’t have to turn off the heat when it’s time for dessert. Instead, take…

Coffee: The Secret Ingredient in Rib Dry Rub

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Nearly every pit master — including the backyard barbecuer — touts a secret recipe for grilled ribs. There’s usually a highly classified ingredient involved in the recipe, and with the right amount of praise for the chef, you may be…

The Importance of Placement in Grilling Salmon

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No matter the season or iteration, we simply can’t get enough salmon. Yet there’s something about the warmer months that makes us savor it a little more … with an abundance of sunny days to fire up the grill, and…

How to Safely Grill in the Rain

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You’ve been planning the perfect summer barbecue all week, but alas, the weather has taken a turn for the worse with heavy rain on the forecast. You’ve decided the party must go on but wonder if it’s dangerous to grill in the…

How to Make Grilled Fruit Kabobs for an Appetizer

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Once you master the grill, there’s no going back. Everything is going on there: seafood, veggies, even bacon. And if you really want to blow your guests away, grill up some fruit kabobs. The charred, sweetened fruit makes the perfect…

Tips for planning the perfect summer BBQ menu

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There’s nothing like the smell of the grill wafting on a warm summer breeze, and it’s made even better when accompanied by your nearest and dearest gathered together to cook, eat, and enjoy time together. That would explain why more…

Smoky Ingredient BBQ Sauce Recipe

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Warm summer evenings are perfect for cooking on the patio, and adding that smoke flavor from the grill makes your steaks, chicken, or veggies so much better. But as we’ve all experienced, the weather doesn’t always cooperate. It could be…

How to Use a Smoker to Elevate Your Fruit Salad

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If you think your smoker is meant only for smoking brisket, pulled pork, and other proteins, it is time to reconsider. Putting fruit into your smoker is a creative culinary endeavor that can quickly bring new flavors to your sweet salads…