Gas Grill Guru

You have a gas grill, but do you use it properly?

Before you start cooking, check your propane and make sure that you have plenty for what you are cooking. Nothing is worse than running out of propane half way through cooking.

Raise the lid of the grill before turning on the propane. Once the propane is on ignite your burners. If the burner does not ignite right away, turn it off and wait a few minutes for the gas to dissipate.

Once it is lit, close the lid and wait for the grill to heat up. During this process you will also heat up the grills. Once they are hot, give them a quick clean off with a wire brush to clear off any left over debris.

Take a paper towel and soak it well with vegetable oil. Using a pair of tongs, coat all of the grates with the vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Set the temperature for what you are cooking and close the lid. Make sure that you close the lid for at least 10 minutes before you start cooking.

When you place your food on the grill, have it ready to go before you open the lid. Open the lid for as short of time as possible and close the lid quickly.

Once you are done cooking, make sure that you turn all knobs to the off position and shut off the propane tank valve.

If you live near salt water you are going to want to get a cover for your grill to protect it from corroding salt air.