| Grilling for Pleasure | | | | and more enjoyable. Extra side shelves, side burners, |
| Grilling is a passion for many, not a fad. It's a popular | | | | chopping blocks and covers to keep your grill |
| method of cooking outdoors and it's not just a | | | | protected when not in use are available. Fish grilling |
| summertime activity... it's a year round pursuit... even | | | | can be difficult, but you might consider using a fish |
| in winter. Grilling is a quick cooking process done over | | | | holder to make it easier. Smokers are another |
| high heat. You can cook vegetables, poultry, fish, | | | | accessory that adds additional flavor to grilled food. A |
| steaks, and burgers on a grill. Most grills use either | | | | thermometer is handy for checking temperature and |
| charcoal or gas as the heating fuel source. | | | | doneness. |
| Grilling Tips | | | | Grilling Safety |
| Planning before you cook for a crowd is important. | | | | Learn all you can about how your grill works before |
| Make sure you have everything you need | | | | you use it. Read the manufacturer recommended |
| beforehand, in the proper amounts, so everyone will | | | | precautions. Remember to wash your hands before |
| get just the right amount of servings. Cooking on an | | | | and after touching raw poultry or meats to avoid |
| open fire requires some practice. In grilling, much | | | | contaminating other ingredients. Proper handling of |
| cooking involves direct heat. Temperature is | | | | food is important to your health and safety. For |
| important while cooking on the grill. It's a good idea | | | | example, you should keep marinated food in the |
| to cover the grill to maintain the temperature and for | | | | refrigerator, not lying out. Keep a fire extinguisher |
| faster even cooking. | | | | near your grill just in case of an emergency. A mesh |
| To keep foods from sticking, some experience grillers | | | | safety screen over a fire pit can keep sparks from |
| believe in applying a light coat of oil to the grids | | | | flying. |
| before grilling. Others believe in lightly coating the | | | | Grilling Thoughts |
| food itself. When you grill meats, such as steak, use | | | | Outdoor grilling is a very popular way of cooking all |
| high heat and don't constantly flip it. Turn only once | | | | year round for many. Use the grill correctly by |
| or twice while grilling. Check the texture or stiffness | | | | following safety instructions provided by the |
| of the meat for doneness. Use a thermometer to | | | | manufacturer. Accessories can make your grilling |
| make sure the food is thoroughly cooked. | | | | easier and more enjoyable. Practice safe food |
| Grilling Accessories | | | | handling steps and everyone will enjoy all there is |
| Tools and accessories make grilling easier, efficient | | | | about the art of grilling. |