Charcoal vs Gas – That’s the Burning Question
There is a serious debate raging in grilling circles on which fuel to use when grilling or smoking. As with anything, there are advantages and disadvantages on both sides of the coin. I'd like to try to sort out some of the facts for you. Gas Grilling Gas grills are very convenient. They light easily and quickly and "preheat" in a very short time. There is not much more space needed for gas grills since they are mostly self contained. You might want to consider an extra Propane tank however, for those "oops, I forgot to refill the tank" days. ...
The Thrill of the Grill
If you've been to my "About Me" page, you know that my first experiences in grilling ended with much less than desirable results. I completely destroyed the first couple of meals I attempted, and my wife was not too pleased. However, I'm not one to give up on anything, so I set out on a mission to find out what I was doing wrong. After a few weeks of research and a few more grilling sessions later, I slowly got the hang of it. I finally was able to produce a dish on the grill that was not half bad. It ...
Trying to Eat Healthier? – Think Grill
I know, I know - You're probably thinking I've gone off the deep end with this. Please, let me explain. Not everything we do on the grill or smoker has to be ribs, brisket or burgers. There are many different foods we can choose that not only are healthy, but also can be barbecued and taste great too. The following are just a few ideas. Chicken Chicken is one of the most popular healthy choices today. It's lean protein and easily done on the grill. That's right, it doesn't have to be dripping in sweet and tangy barbecue sauce every time. Chicken fillets ...
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There is a serious debate raging in grilling circles on which fuel to use when grilling...
If you’ve been to my “About Me” page, you know that my first experiences...
I know, I know – You’re probably thinking I’ve gone off the deep...
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There aren’t too many things that are more enjoyable than getting together with friends or family in the backyard for a barbecue. It’s a great American tradition. What better way to make lifetime memories than to spend time with people you care about in the great outdoors. Whether the menu consists of burgers and dogs or something more,... [Read more of this review]
Charcoal grills use either charcoal briquets or all-natural lump charcoal as their fuel source. The charcoal, when burned, will transform into embers radiating the heat necessary to cook food. There is contention among grilling enthusiasts on what type of charcoal is best for grilling. Users of charcoal briquets emphasize the uniformity in size, burn... [Read more of this review]
Infrared grills work by igniting propane or natural gas to superheat a ceramic tile, causing it to emit infrared radiation that cooks food. The benefits are that heat is uniformly distributed across the cooking surface and that temperatures reach over 500 °C (900 °F), allowing users to sear items quickly. Infrared cooking differs from other forms... [Read more of this review]
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