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Jaccard Blade Tenderizer Review
We do not recommend using jaccard blade tenderizers on food that will not be cooked beyond 160°F. Read our review here.
The Ribalyzer, Cooking Ribs In A Hurry
The Ribalyzer is a device for smoking then steaming, resulting in soft meat that's not as rich in flavor as if they had been dry roasted.
Spot Remover Takes Care Of Food And Grill Grease Stains
A spot remover that will remove the grease stains on almost all my shirts is something I considered to be as elusive as unicorns.
Windblocker Chafing Dish Frame
WindBlocker is a portable chafing dish frame that blocks wind while allowing some air under the food and water pans to keep the fuel lit.
KettlePizza Pizza Oven Insert For Charcoal Grills
KettlePizza is a steel ring that sits between the lid and base of your Weber Kettle, transforming your grill into a high heat pizza oven
Thick Enameled and Stainless Steel Bars Don’t Let Through Enough Radiant Heat
Like cast iron, thick stainless steel grill grates retain and transmit a lot of heat, making bold grill marks: but that's not what we want.
Grill Grates: Teflon and Non-stick Coatings
Their best feature is that they clean up easily, with soap and water, and can even go through the dishwasher.
Tempered Expanded Steel: Best for Cages and Fences, Not Grills
Here are the main strengths of tempered expanded steel grill grates: they are inexpensive and lightweight.
Cast Iron Grill Grates: Don’t Bother
Cast iron fry pans and griddles can become non-stick with use, so many assume that cast iron grill grates are also non-stick. They are not.
Chrome or Nickel Plated Wire Grates Work Well And Are Cheap to Replace
If you have a Weber Kettle, I recommend upgrading to the hinged grates so you can easily add more coals and wood.
Thin Porcelain Enamel Coated Grates Work Reasonably Well
A sturdy porcelain enamel coating is applied to a variety of metals. With proper care, these grill grates will last for years.
GrillGrates: The Perfect Temperature Control Tool For Grills
GrillGrates are an amazing invention with reversible panels that increase surface temperature, reduce flare-ups, and deliver perfect sears.
Thin Stainless Steel Is Durable and Does a Great Job
Stainless steel grill grates can be made from thin or thick rods, but I prefer the thin ones that allow more radiant heat through.
Kyocera Pepper Mill Makes It Easy to Adjust the Grind
The Kyocera Everything Mill Adjustable Grinder allow you to dial in the size of your grind from coarse to fine to grind all kinds of spices.
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