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We have 19th century American cowboys to thank for our modern version of barbecue. On long cattle drives, cowboys were often fed substandard cuts of meat that required long, slow cooking in order to be palatable. The cowboys had to devise a way to cook the meat for a long time without burning it, so they placed a wooden frame, which they called the "barbecue," over the fire.
Today's more modern barbecue grills are cooking devices that are fueled by charcoal, gas, or electricity. Designed for outdoor use, a simple charcoal grill can give grilled meat a delicious barbecue taste. But gas grills feature flexible controls and are more convenient to use. And some electric grills are designed for indoor use.
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Charcoal grills feature an upper grilling rack plus a lower grate
that holds the charcoal briquettes or coals. Grilling temperature
is controlled by adjusting air vents in the surface of the grill.
Charcoal grills impart a smoky barbecue flavor to grilled foods, but
charcoal can be difficult to light, does not burn cleanly, and leaves a
sooty ash residue that is messy to clean up. Furthermore, the heat
from a charcoal grill is hard to regulate. Some charcoal grills
are available for under $100, and the Weber dome-top grill is well-known
for its durability and grilling qualities.
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Gas grills are typically fueled by propane or natural gas. A
gas grill basically consists of tube-shaped gas burners within a metal
box. Above the burners is a heating surface made from metal bars,
ceramic briquettes, or lava rocks. These materials disperse the
heat throughout the grill. Gas grills start easily, warm up
quickly, and usually cook evenly and predictably. They often
feature multiple burners, convenient igniters, and storage
accessories. Gas grill prices range from about $100 to thousands
of dollars. Popular brands include Char-broil, Coleman, and
Weber.
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Electric grills, powered by normal household current, are easy
to start and provide accurate temperature controls, but they warm up
more slowly than gas and do not provide as much grilling capacity
as a high-end gas grill. With typical power requirements of more
than 1600 watts, these grills require a dedicated electrical
circuit. Electric grill prices range from about $100
to several hundred dollars. Popular brands include Brinkmann
and George Foreman.
BarbecueGrills.us includes convenient access to online barbecue grill dealers and selected grill manufacturers, as well as grilling recipes, reviews, and safety tips. Visit these popular barbecue resources and compare grill features, specifications, and prices before you buy.
Barbecue Grill Manufacturers
- Weber
Manufacturer of charcoal grills, portable grills, and gas grills. Find grilling recipes and resources, grill replacement parts, and bbq accessories.
www.Weber.com - Char-Broil
Manufacturer of charcoal grills, gas grills, charcoal/gas grills, electric grills, smokers, fryers, and outdoor fireplaces.
www.CharBroil.com - Brinkmann
Texas-based manufacturer of outdoor cookers, charcoal smokers and grills.
www.Brinkmann.net - Aussie Grills
Offers a comprehensive selection of gourmet quality charcoal and electric grills.
www.AussieGrills.com - Traeger Grills
Manufactures handcrafted pellet barbecue grills, barbeque smokers, and pellet stoves. Find a great selection of recipes plus grilling tips and tricks.
www.TraegerGrills.com - Gourmet Grills
Premier manufacturer of quality stainless steel charcoal grills and accessories.
www.GourmetGrills.net - Grillco - Barbecue Grills
Offers a line of durable, commercial quality grills and accessories. Find charcoal, propane and wood fired grills.
www.GrillcoInc.com - South West Smoker
Arkansas welding services company features barbecue grills and custom-built smokers.
www.SouthWestSmoker.com
BBQ Grilling Resources
- Cookshack
Pit barbecue and smoke-cooking center features barbecue recipes, a great barbecue forum, and a catalog of state-of-the-art smoker ovens, spices, woods, sauces, and accessories.
www.Cookshack.com - Grilling Central
Food Network publishes a good selection of barbecue and grilling recipes. Prepare your food with one of these recipe ideas and you're on your way to grilling a delicious barbecued meal.
www.FoodNetwork.com
Grill Safety Tips and Reviews
- Grill Safety Tips
Gas grill and charcoal safety tips from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
www.CPSC.gov - Gas Grills Guide
Find gas grill ratings, features, and buying advice from Consumer Reports.
www.ConsumerReports.org
Related Grill Sites
- Gas Grills - natural gas and propane grills.
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