Tuesday, December 30, 2008

Keep Your Barbeque Grill Clean So It Lasts

By Gerald Beatty

A common reason why BBQ grills don't last as long as expected is because many people aren't aware of how to clean their grill properly. Many times, it just boils down to being lazy if you don't clean up your BBQ after each use.

Rather than taking a brush to the baked on mess, a lot of people check out the situation and figure that they can leave it to the next day. Maybe you really intend to follow through, but it's not always easy or convenient to actually do it. And the dirty BBQ grill just gets covered up or put away out of sight, along with all the nasty bits of burned food and the greasy interior.

And before you know it, your barbeque gas grill simply isn't working. And the real downside to these circumstances is the ultimate effect on the taste of your next piece of meat if the grill remains dirty.

Since replacing a BBQ grill can be quite costly, we should all learn to be more careful when it comes to maintaining a grill. It's not difficult to clean the BBQ grill after using it. In fact, it takes only a few minutes to clean the grill, air dry it and it put it away.

Here are some easy steps that should help you keep your barbeque grill clean and functional.

Your first task is to get rid of the bits of food that have been burned black while cooking and are sticking to the grill. Once your grill has cooled down completely, use a stiff brush to scrub the interior; you can buy brushes made specifically for this use. The inside of the grill needs to be cleaned carefully. Avoid chemicals and even plain old soap, because the residue will remain and contaminate your nice juicy steak the next time around.

When cleaning up the grate, you should remove it from the BBQ grill before washing it with soap and warm water. Don't use bleaching agents or harsh chemicals to remove any food substances that may cling to the grate.

To remove stubborn food particles, soak the grate for a few minutes and then methodically brush it to remove the food particles. Rinse thoroughly, then air dry the grate before putting it back inside the grill.

When your BBQ is not in use, it's wise to keep it covered or stored away in a dry place so it won't rust.

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