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When entertaining friends and family outside, there's a good chance you'll call a grill into action.
There's something uniquely satisfying about food cooked over direct heat that is hard to match
with more conventional means inside your kitchen. In fact, more than half of Americans say they
are now cooking outdoors year-round in order to capture those wonderful flame-broiled flavors.
But as easy as grilling can be, there are special guidelines you'll want to follow in order to ensure
your cookout is both successful and safe
Get Fired Up
When it comes to grilling, practice makes perfect. Whether you are a novice or have made an art out
of your culinary skills, keep these pointers in mind before you get started.
(Cleaning)
(Charcoal)
(Grilling Preparation)
(Proper Tools)
Stay Safe When Using Your Grill
There are many types of grills on the market, ranging from inexpensive backyard varieties to
professional models fully-loaded with the latest bells and whistles. No matter what you use,
here are some important guidelines you'll always want to follow when using charcoal grills.
(Charcoal Grills)
Grilling and Food Safety
It's important to follow food safety guidelines to prevent harmful bacteria from multiplying and causing food borne illness. Use these simple guidelines for grilling food safely.
(From the Store: Home First)
(Defrost Safely)
(Marinating)
(Transporting)
(Keep Cold Food Cold)
(Keep Everything Clean)
(Precooking)
(Cook Thoroughly)
(Reheating)
(Keep Hot Food Hot)
(Serving the Food)
(Leftovers)
(Safe Smoking)
(Pit Roasting)
(Does Grilling Pose a Cancer Risk?)
Sources: The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC); Food Safety and Inspection Service, United States Department of Agriculture; Cooperative Extension of Seminole County, Florida
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