5 Ways to Utilize Your Kitchen for the Perfect Barbecue

Grillers rejoice: It’s officially BBQ SZN.

The backyard barbecue is a staple ritual of Western culture that families and communities have partaken in for centuries. It is nearly impossible to imagine summertime in America without crispy hot dogs, juicy hamburgers, and ice cold beer. You may feel a propensity to bring all of your meats, drinks, and grilling equipment outside to keep on hand while you’re manning the grill. While that approach sounds convenient, there are more practical ways to go about grilling.

Continue reading for smart barbecue insights that will optimize your grilling experience and impress your guests!

1. Keep the Meat Inside Until The Grill is Ready
   Chicken should be kept at room temperature before hitting the grill, and beef should be kept cold in the fridge. However, raw meat should never sit outside in the summer heat, completely vulnerable to the elements, while waiting for grill space. 
2. Use the Microwave for Last-Minute Thawing 
   Don’t put frozen meat on the grill. Use your microwave’s thaw setting to soften the meat and bring it up to an ideal grilling temperature and texture, first. This is a huge difference maker in regards to meat quality, and your guests will appreciate the attention to detail. 
3. Keep Backup Beverages in the Refrigerator
   Instead of stuffing all your drinks into one cooler with a 50/50 ice-to-beer ratio, keep your overflow stock in the fridge inside your kitchen. That way, you won’t have room temperature beers on the top layer covering all the cold ones that lie closer to the ice. 
4. Wash your Grilling Gear Throughout the Day 
   Keep your spatulas, tongs, and prongs clean if you’re going to be outside for several hours grilling. Would you eat a piece of meat that’s been sitting in the sun for several hours? Unless you answered “yes” to that question, you should clean your grilling equipment a few times throughout the day as it gets coated in fat and meat debris. 
5. Fill the Freezer with Frozen Treats for Dessert
   Last but not least, keep some ice cream in the freezer for dessert. There’s nothing like a nice bowl of ice cream after a long day of crushing hamburgers. Kids will approve of this grilling tip more than anyone, and it’s the perfect way to cap off the perfect barbecue.

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