For those shopping for a new grill on a budget, check out Brinkmann’s 2-Burner propane grill, available now at the Home Depot for only $99. For the money, this is a nice little grill. Perfect for those who don’t grill much, and can’t see spending several hundred dollars. This grill has a lot of features [...]
Bubba Keg, yes the guys with the big giant insulated mugs, have come out with a new grill that resembles their famous mug in more ways then one. Sure it sorta looks like the mug, but it’s the insulation that they say makes the difference. The new grill uses charcoal (they recommend lump charcoal of [...]
I’ve found Greased Lightning Multipurpose Cleaner and Degreaser to work pretty good at cleaning up some of the gunk that builds up around the grill and its counters. It won’t clean up that impenetrable baked on black, but it’s good at most of the rest of it. When using on the grill, you’ll need to [...]
Mrs. Dash, famous for their salt free, MSG free, seasonings, has introduced a new line of marinades and seasonings aimed squarely at you, the health conscious griller. This line of 10-Minute Marinades is available in four flavors – Zesty Garlic Herb, Mesquite Grille, Lemon Herb Peppercorn, and Southwestern Chipotle. Personally, I think the Chipotle is [...]
There’s a lot of advantage of grilling with the lid down. Namely, you keep the smoke and heat inside where they can work their magic on the food. The problem is of course that it’s hard to control the temperature, especially if you are trying to maintain a low and slow cooking plan. The new [...]
Charbroil has sent me on of their new Big Easy Oilless Fryers to try out. They call it an oilless fryer, but it’s basically an infrared grill designed for turkeys and large roasts. The idea is that it produces the same basic results as a fryer, juicy meat and a crisp screen, without the mess [...]
My new “Diamond BBQ”:http://diamondbbq.com/ has arrived, all 255 pounds of it. It’s packed well, but it sure is heavy. The goal of the Diamond BBQ is to make charcoal grilling as convenient as propane. It features an electric starter with blower, and a built-in garbage disposal for chewing up the ashes. The inside is shaped [...]
If anyplace in America should know how to grill a steak it should be Texas. Grilling a steak is not complicated. In fact, preparing a good grilled steak is a very simple affair once you know how. It doesn’t involve fancy spices or preparation. In this article I will tell you everything you need to [...]
Check out this new Diamond BBQ Grill!. It’s a hi-tech charcoal grilling monster. It has an electric start, automated blower, and all sorts of conveniences. It looks like it will give you all the conveniences of a propane grill (easy start, easy cleanup) with the classic taste of charcoal. This would be a great option [...]
Grill with built in disposal
A cheap tool is an expensive tool, that’s what my Dad always says. It’s certainly true with grills. If you think you can save a few bucks on a no name grill, you should be prepared to face the consequences. As “this article”:http://www.freep.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060704/FEATURES02/607040332/1025 from the Detroit Free Press tells us, you get what you pay [...]
Cal Flame’s state-of-the-art Smart Grill has completely electronic controls. There are no knobs or valves to twist or turn, adding to the grill’s sleek, clean style. The on/off switch, temperature gauge, timers, convection controls and lighting are completely digital, making it simple and safe to use. The numerous safety features include electronic shut-off valves if [...]
Reader Mike from Nashville writes to ask: “How long is it safe to keep meat in the freezer?” I did some checking and talked to the Texas Beef Council, and a number of other sources to pull together this chart of storage time for common barbecue items. Here’s the breakdown: ||*Refrigerator*|*Freezer*| |*Steaks and Roasts*|3 or [...]
The New York City Fire Department has published an online guide of grilling safety tips to help you make it through the summer grilling season safe and sound. Included are tips for before and after grilling, how to handle fires and other emergencies, and recommended maintenance to keep your equipment running smoothly. It doesn’t mention [...]
There’s an excellent article over on MSN’s site today that serves as a quicky guide to to choosing a new gas grill. If you went to fire up your grill yesterday and it poofed out on you, this is probably an article you need to read. It covers the various types of grills, the features [...]
Monday, April 13, 2009
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