Are you one of those people who think barbequeing is only for the Summer? If so, you're missing out on some of the best grilling times of the year. Maybe you don't wear white after Labor Day, but you better break out the grill and smoker because you can server up mouth watering food during the dead of winter.
Fall and Winter offer backyard grillers some of the most favorable weather to grill outdoors. Insects are at a minimum and the heat off the grill will not help cook your bones along with the hot Summer sun! It's nice to be able to relax and cook the way you want without sweating all over the bbq.
I even fire up the grill on days when there's snow on the ground. In fact, I much prefer to grill outside when it's cold rather when it's 100 degrees. There's just something about being gathered around a grill cooking meat when it's 30 degrees outside. Try it, you'll see what I mean!
Before you head out and fire up the grill, keep these few tips in mind. Remember, your grill or smoker will take longer to heat up. So start your fire early. This includes you gas grill guys and gals. As a general rule, if you have one of those thin wimpy grills, it will take more wood, charcoal or gas to get it hot and keep it hot. Make sure you plan accordingly.
If you're using an electric smoker, you may have to wrap it in an insulating blanket. You can generally by these as accessories from vendors who sell smoker supplies. Whatever you use, make sure it's fire proof. I know one fellow who set his smoker on fire and ruined one of his Wife's quilts after wrapping his smoker!
Since your grill will cool down quicker, I like to use a little extra wood or charcoal. This helps the meat cook better and keeps your grill at the right temperature. Also, try and place your grill or smoker out of the wind. Even gas grills can have a problem staying hot if there's a cold North wind blowing on it.
You'll also need to take into consideration where your grill and smoker are set up. Chances are you have some dead grass or other vegetation in the immediate area. This can go up like a Roman candle from the smallest of sparks, especially if there is a wind to help it out. Always keep these areas mowed and if in doubt, hose down the area around your grill and smoker.
Now go that grill fired up. You've been missing out on some of the best grilling of the year. In fact, you should try and grill and smoke some of your Holiday meals. A Ham right out of the smoker will surely put a smile on everyone's face. Not to mention what a smoked Turkey will do! - 16887
Fall and Winter offer backyard grillers some of the most favorable weather to grill outdoors. Insects are at a minimum and the heat off the grill will not help cook your bones along with the hot Summer sun! It's nice to be able to relax and cook the way you want without sweating all over the bbq.
I even fire up the grill on days when there's snow on the ground. In fact, I much prefer to grill outside when it's cold rather when it's 100 degrees. There's just something about being gathered around a grill cooking meat when it's 30 degrees outside. Try it, you'll see what I mean!
Before you head out and fire up the grill, keep these few tips in mind. Remember, your grill or smoker will take longer to heat up. So start your fire early. This includes you gas grill guys and gals. As a general rule, if you have one of those thin wimpy grills, it will take more wood, charcoal or gas to get it hot and keep it hot. Make sure you plan accordingly.
If you're using an electric smoker, you may have to wrap it in an insulating blanket. You can generally by these as accessories from vendors who sell smoker supplies. Whatever you use, make sure it's fire proof. I know one fellow who set his smoker on fire and ruined one of his Wife's quilts after wrapping his smoker!
Since your grill will cool down quicker, I like to use a little extra wood or charcoal. This helps the meat cook better and keeps your grill at the right temperature. Also, try and place your grill or smoker out of the wind. Even gas grills can have a problem staying hot if there's a cold North wind blowing on it.
You'll also need to take into consideration where your grill and smoker are set up. Chances are you have some dead grass or other vegetation in the immediate area. This can go up like a Roman candle from the smallest of sparks, especially if there is a wind to help it out. Always keep these areas mowed and if in doubt, hose down the area around your grill and smoker.
Now go that grill fired up. You've been missing out on some of the best grilling of the year. In fact, you should try and grill and smoke some of your Holiday meals. A Ham right out of the smoker will surely put a smile on everyone's face. Not to mention what a smoked Turkey will do! - 16887
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Donald is the resident griller over at bbq recipes. Take a trip over to see the many recipes he has. You'll find everything from brisket to hamhocks. Try out one of his best baby back rib recipes, we suggest the Baby Back Ribs Donalde Right recipe. Mmmm mouth watering!
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