Accessories For Great Outdoor Cooking

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Grilling accessories are both necessary and fun for outdoor cooking. Grilling accessories come in a variety of styles, price ranges and sizes. With so many products on the market, it is easy to buy accessories that will work with a small or large grill, gas or charcoal. More importantly, grilling accessories provide the opportunity to add style to outdoor cooking while personalizing the experience.

Basic grilling accessories are widely available in retail stores. Tongs, spatulas, forks, brushes and other utensils can be found easily on line or in stores and they are essential for using a grill safely. Utensils come in all types of materials. Some have wood handles, others are solid metal and many incorporate silicone into the design. The handles are longer on grill utensils so the cook's hands do not get burnt while cooking over the flame. Other essential grilling accessories include charcoal starters, cleaning brushes and skewers. Coordinating sets of tools can be purchased although all tools are available individually if a set does not contain all the pieces that are desired.

A grill cover is another accessory ...
... that has become a necessity. A grill cover protects the grill from the elements and with proper use can extend the longevity of a grill. A quality grill cover will be sure not to rip and can keep a grill protected for many seasons. Another basic is a barbeque thermometer. Not all grills come with a thermometer and the correct temperature on the grill helps get great results.

Some grilling accessories help to increase the versatility of the grill. A rotisserie adds a whole new level of cooking to the grill. Pots and pans that work on the grill can expand the types of items being cooked outdoors. Baskets can make cooking fish and meats easier since they allow for several pieces to be turned at once and they prevent the meats from sticking to the grill racks. There are also baskets made for grilling vegetables and corn so little pieces no longer get lost. Toppers can also be used to cook foods like pizza or stir fry right on the grill.

With grilling gaining popularity in recent years, personalized grilling accessories are a fun addition and are now widely available. Branding irons can be personalized with a fun message or just a set of initials to give every steak a signature. Utensils and covers can also be monogrammed and many accessories are made to show off your favorite sports team.

The quality of grilling accessories varies widely. While there are several lower end accessories available, investing in a better quality product will ensure that the items are well designed and will last. For example, design matters when purchasing a product like a grill pan. It is important that the pan fit the grill properly so food will cook evenly and the griller will remain safe.

Grilling accessories can add versatility, style and ease to a grill while improving safety and wear. For every situation and for every grill, there is an accessory. Look closely at quality, design and what the accessories are made of and they will last for years to come.

Suzi Sinclair is a interior designer and writes about decorating on a dime. For more information on Big Green Egg accessories and home improvement, visit www.hardtofinditems.com.