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Grilling is a wonderful cooking option in spring, summer and fall. It’s quick, easy and it allows you to enjoy tasty food at fun outdoor events, such as picnics and tailgates. Anyone can master the art of grilling by first mastering these basic grilling tips:
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- Always keep the grill clean. Brush the grilling surface with a wire brush to remove any stuck-on food.
- Keep food from sticking by rubbing the grill with vegetable oil or non-stick cooking spray. (Do not apply cooking spray to a lit grill.)
- Flavor your food with spices or marinades at least an hour before grilling to let the flavors penetrate the meat.
- Apply sauces containing honey, brown sugar or molasses during the last 10 minutes of grilling to prevent the sauce from burning.
- Leave space around each food item on the grill to allow for even cooking and smoke penetration.
- Always grill with the lid on to contain the heat.
- As a guideline, grill beef patties and steaks less than one inch thick for 8-10 minutes, turning once halfway through the grilling time. Grill boneless chicken breasts 8-12 minutes, turning once halfway through the grilling time.
- Place cooked foods on a clean plate—not one that has previously held raw meat, fish or poultry. Bacteria from raw food can contaminate the cooked food and cause food poisoning.
