{"id":215966,"date":"2024-03-22T09:08:09","date_gmt":"2024-03-22T09:08:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/22\/how-to-get-your-grill-ready-for-the-outdoor-season\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T17:20:09","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T17:20:09","slug":"how-to-get-your-grill-ready-for-the-outdoor-season","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/michigandigitalnews.com\/index.php\/2024\/03\/22\/how-to-get-your-grill-ready-for-the-outdoor-season\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get your grill ready for the outdoor season"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> [ad_1]<br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<p>As temperatures begin to rise, it\u2019s time to prepare your outdoor space for some seasonal relaxation. That, of course, includes showing off your <a data-i13n=\"cpos:1;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/best-grilling-gear-143011296.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:culinary skills;cpos:1;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">culinary skills<\/a> on the porch, patio or in the backyard for guests. During the winter, your grill has probably been hibernating, so you\u2019ll need to give it a tune-up before it\u2019s ready for heavy use from spring to fall. Even if you kept the grill going <a data-i13n=\"cpos:2;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/best-fall-outdoor-tech-gear-150041103.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:in the cold;cpos:2;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">in the cold<\/a>, now is a great time for a thorough cleaning before the official outdoor cooking season begins. Here are a few tips and tricks that will hopefully make things easier.<\/p>\n<h2>Disassemble, scrub, reassemble<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"caas-figure\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"caas-img-container caas-img-loader noheight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"caas-img caas-lazy has-preview\" alt=\"Weber's first pellet grill has potential to be a backyard powerhouse, but the smart features need work.\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/RLVs7puwY6NeavWgQ4YAwA--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MA--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2020-04\/f0a27240-8048-11ea-be9f-d105b1dd0197\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Weber's first pellet grill has potential to be a backyard powerhouse, but the smart features need work.\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/RLVs7puwY6NeavWgQ4YAwA--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MA--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2020-04\/f0a27240-8048-11ea-be9f-d105b1dd0197\" class=\"caas-img\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><figcaption class=\"caption-collapse\"><span class=\"caption-credit\"> Billy Steele\/Engadget<\/span><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>A good rule of thumb when it comes to cleaning anything you haven\u2019t used in a while is to take it apart as much as you feel comfortable and give it a thorough wipe down. For grills, this means removing the grates and any bars or burner covers \u2013 basically, anything you can take out that\u2019s not the heating element. This gives you a chance to inspect the burners of your gas grill or the fire pot of a pellet model for any unsightly wear and tear. If those components are worn out or overly rusted, most companies offer replacements that you can easily swap out with a few basic tools.<\/p>\n<p>Once all the pieces are out, start by scraping excess debris off all sides of the interior \u2013 with the help of some cleaner if needed. For a <a data-i13n=\"cpos:3;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/weber-connect-smart-gas-grills-171237945.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:gas grill;cpos:3;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">gas grill<\/a>, this likely means pushing everything out through the grease trap. On a <a data-i13n=\"cpos:4;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/2019-04-24-traeger-ironwood-650-review-wifi-pellet-grill-smoker.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:pellet grill;cpos:4;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">pellet grill<\/a>, you\u2019ll want to scrape the grease chute clear and out into the catch can, but you\u2019ll also need to vacuum the interior with <a data-i13n=\"cpos:5;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autoblog.com\/article\/best-shop-vac\/\" data-ylk=\"slk:a shop vac;cpos:5;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">a shop vac<\/a> \u2013 just like you would after every few hours of use. And while you\u2019re at it, go ahead and empty the hopper of any old pellets that have been sitting since Labor Day. Fuel that\u2019s been sitting in the grill for months won\u2019t give you the best results when it comes time to cook so you might as well start fresh.<\/p>\n<p>Thankfully, pellet grill companies have made easy cleaning a key part of their designs. <a data-i13n=\"cpos:6;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/weber-2022-grill-lineup-genesis-smokefire-weber-connect-140518150.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Weber\u2019s SmokeFire;cpos:6;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Weber\u2019s SmokeFire<\/a> has a set of metal bars on the inside that can be removed quickly to open up the bottom of the chamber. This is also a design feature of the company\u2019s gas grills. Simply vacuum or push the debris out the grease chute. The catch pan where all of the garbage ends up is also easy to access from the front of the grill, and you can remove the aluminum liner and replace it with a new one in seconds.<\/p>\n<p><a data-i13n=\"cpos:7;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy50cmFlZ2VyLmNvbS8iLCJjb250ZW50VXVpZCI6Ijk4ODMyNDEyLWYzYTUtNDJhYS05MDhkLTJiMGI4MTk2MjEzMCJ9&amp;signature=AQAAAaOy26feYRyVGE3q22Xfxbai-H40GjL2djeOj2pF2r3U&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.traeger.com%2F\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Traeger\u2019s most recent pellet grills;cpos:7;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:;elmt:;;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link  rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link\">Traeger\u2019s most recent pellet grills<\/a> were also redesigned to improve cleaning. Most notably, grease and ash end up in the same \u201ckeg\u201d that\u2019s easy to detach from the front of the grill. The company also allows you to quickly remove all of the interior components, though they\u2019re larger than what you find on the SmokeFire. Lastly, Traeger moved the pellet chute to the front of the <a data-i13n=\"cpos:8;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/traeger-timberline-2022-smart-grills-announced-price-specs-163043089.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:new Timberline;cpos:8;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">new Timberline<\/a> and <a data-i13n=\"cpos:9;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/traegers-redesigned-ironwood-grills-pack-touchscreen-controls-and-more-efficiency-150010372.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Ironwood;cpos:9;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Ironwood<\/a>, making it a lot more convenient to swap out wood varieties or empty an old supply.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll want to get as much of the food leftovers out of your grill as possible for a few reasons. First, that stuff is old and lots of build-up over time can hinder cooking performance and might impact flavor. The last thing you want is old food or grease burning off right under an expensive ribeye. Second, in the case of pellet grills, not properly clearing out grease and dust can be dangerous. It\u2019s easy for grease fires to start at searing temperatures and if there\u2019s enough pellet dust in the bottom of your grill, it can actually ignite or explode. That\u2019s why companies tell you to vacuum it out after every few hours of use.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"caas-figure\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"caas-img-container caas-img-loader noheight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"caas-img caas-lazy has-preview\" alt=\"Weber's first pellet grill has potential to be a backyard powerhouse, but the smart features need work.\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/q8B9NHemepBrwEcgx1BZFw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MA--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2020-04\/ea7b7250-804c-11ea-9bfb-fd9b562f1be3\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Weber's first pellet grill has potential to be a backyard powerhouse, but the smart features need work.\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/q8B9NHemepBrwEcgx1BZFw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MA--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2020-04\/ea7b7250-804c-11ea-9bfb-fd9b562f1be3\" class=\"caas-img\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><figcaption class=\"caption-collapse\">All of that dust, grease and debris should be removed before you fire the grill back up.<span class=\"caption-credit\"> (Billy Steele\/Engadget)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>To actually clean the surfaces, you\u2019ll want to get an all-natural grill cleaner. There are tons of options here, and it may take some time to find one you like. I typically use <a data-i13n=\"cpos:10;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9UcmFlZ2VyLUJBQzQwMy1OYXR1cmFsLUNsZWFuZXItQWNjZXNzb3JpZXMvZHAvQjA3MVpQUTNUNj90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby1xMi0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiOTg4MzI0MTItZjNhNS00MmFhLTkwOGQtMmIwYjgxOTYyMTMwIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAdhdCIHwteLxh4GkAauRsDlv6FhsHHkHISYKS12Ub7Pb&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FTraeger-BAC403-Natural-Cleaner-Accessories%2Fdp%2FB071ZPQ3T6\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:Traeger\u2019s formula;cpos:10;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link  rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link\">Traeger\u2019s formula<\/a> since it\u2019s readily available at the places I buy pellets and I\u2019ve found it works well cutting through stuck-on muck. You want an all-natural grill cleaner over a regular household product as it\u2019s safe to use on surfaces that will touch your food. They\u2019re also safe to use on the exterior of your grill without doing any damage to chrome, stainless steel or any other materials.<\/p>\n<p>Spray down the inside and give things a few minutes to work. Wipe it all clean and go back over any super dirty spots as needed. Ditto for the grates, bars and any other pieces you removed. I like to lay these out on a yard waste trash bag (they\u2019re bigger than kitchen bags) so all the stuff I scrape or clean off doesn\u2019t get all over my deck. You can use shop towels if you want to recycle or paper towels if not, but just know whatever you choose will be covered in nasty black grime so you won\u2019t want to just toss them in the clothes washer when you\u2019re done. A pre-wash in a bucket or sink is needed to make sure you don\u2019t transfer gunk from your grill to your business casuals.<\/p>\n<p>In terms of tools, you don\u2019t need much. I\u2019ve tried that <a data-i13n=\"cpos:11;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9HcmlsbGJvdC1Sb2JvdGljLUJhcmJlY3VlLUdyaWxsLUNsZWFuZXIvZHAvQjAwSEZERlNBQz90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby1xMi0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiOTg4MzI0MTItZjNhNS00MmFhLTkwOGQtMmIwYjgxOTYyMTMwIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAezZDUkpM7b2FMRDpKCB2-2WdmqJ5rZOcuOqDX2TEdTN&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGrillbot-Robotic-Barbecue-Grill-Cleaner%2Fdp%2FB00HFDFSAC\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:grill robot;cpos:11;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link  rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link\">grill robot<\/a> that claims to do the job for you, but I\u2019ve found sticking to the basics is more efficient. And honestly, when you get the hang of it, it doesn\u2019t take all that long. It\u2019s a good idea to have <a data-i13n=\"elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:12;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsImxhbmRpbmdVcmwiOiJodHRwczovL3d3dy5hbWF6b24uY29tL0dSSUxMQVJULUdyaWxsLUJydXNoLUJyaXN0bGUtRnJlZS9kcC9CMDdGNzMxRDg2P3RhZz1nZGd0MGMtcC1vLXEyLTIwIiwiY29udGVudFV1aWQiOiI5ODgzMjQxMi1mM2E1LTQyYWEtOTA4ZC0yYjBiODE5NjIxMzAifQ&amp;signature=AQAAAY8GgIe8h_ZhSUpYJ-ct70YFjJiFdLaNeGX2iAJZzZs1&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FGRILLART-Grill-Brush-Bristle-Free%2Fdp%2FB07F731D86\" class=\"link  rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:a wire brush;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;cpos:12;pos:1;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\">a wire brush<\/a> specifically for the grates that you don\u2019t use to clean anything else. After all, this will be touching the same surfaces you put food on. I recommend another, smaller wire brush \u2013 <a data-i13n=\"cpos:13;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9XYXJuZXItU3RhaW5sZXNzLVN0ZWVsLVN0cmlwcGVyLTM0MTA0OTMvZHAvQjAwR0UxVVRBMD90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby1xMi0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiOTg4MzI0MTItZjNhNS00MmFhLTkwOGQtMmIwYjgxOTYyMTMwIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAc6ZWqdb8gh0UwTKuak1ODWJ2TRwvbQG8v7xv_HtxtXX&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FWarner-Stainless-Steel-Stripper-3410493%2Fdp%2FB00GE1UTA0\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:the ones that look like big toothbrushes;cpos:13;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link  rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link\">the ones that look like big toothbrushes<\/a> \u2013 for cleaning the burners on a gas grill. If you notice the flame isn\u2019t firing through one of the holes, you can use this to clean the pathway. Lastly, plastic is the way to go <a data-i13n=\"cpos:14;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;\" href=\"https:\/\/shopping.yahoo.com\/rdlw?merchantId=66ea567a-c987-4c2e-a2ff-02904efde6ea&amp;siteId=us-engadget&amp;pageId=1p-autolink&amp;featureId=text-link&amp;merchantName=Amazon&amp;custData=eyJzb3VyY2VOYW1lIjoiV2ViLURlc2t0b3AtVmVyaXpvbiIsInN0b3JlSWQiOiI2NmVhNTY3YS1jOTg3LTRjMmUtYTJmZi0wMjkwNGVmZGU2ZWEiLCJsYW5kaW5nVXJsIjoiaHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuYW1hem9uLmNvbS9IYW5keS1Ib21lLTIyNzAxLVNrcmFwci1KdW5pb3IvZHAvQjAwRlg3SzgxNj90YWc9Z2RndDBjLXAtby1xMi0yMCIsImNvbnRlbnRVdWlkIjoiOTg4MzI0MTItZjNhNS00MmFhLTkwOGQtMmIwYjgxOTYyMTMwIn0&amp;signature=AQAAAbF9O3R8c4oyqwToHWo7fbM9nfwmsnJK3Lq_MnrY5LmF&amp;gcReferrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.amazon.com%2FHandy-Home-22701-Skrapr-Junior%2Fdp%2FB00FX7K816\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\" data-ylk=\"slk:for a scraper;cpos:14;pos:1;elm:affiliate_link;sellerN:Amazon;elmt:;;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link  rapid-with-clickid etailiffa-link\">for a scraper<\/a>, anything else and you risk scratching the surfaces of your grill. Sure, any damage done would be on the inside, but it\u2019s still not a great feeling to knick up your previous investment.<\/p>\n<h2>Check for updates before your first cook<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"caas-figure\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"caas-img-container caas-img-loader noheight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"caas-img caas-lazy has-preview\" alt=\"Traeger WiFire app\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/ay0h4jNLr3Eg_ndE_rqXwg--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MA--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2020-04\/02b4acd0-7e75-11ea-9d76-2cf5e5007634\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Traeger WiFire app\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/ay0h4jNLr3Eg_ndE_rqXwg--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MA--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2020-04\/02b4acd0-7e75-11ea-9d76-2cf5e5007634\" class=\"caas-img\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><figcaption class=\"caption-collapse\"><span class=\"caption-credit\"> Traeger<\/span><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>If you have a smart grill from the likes of <a data-i13n=\"cpos:15;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/traeger-grills-app-redesign-video-guides-personal-customization-191141115.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Traeger;cpos:15;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Traeger<\/a>, <a data-i13n=\"cpos:16;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/2020-01-24-weber-smokefire-weber-connect-behind-the-scenes.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Weber;cpos:16;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Weber<\/a> or another company, you\u2019ll want to plug it in and check for software updates well in advance of your first grilling session. Chances are you haven\u2019t cooked much since last fall, which means companies have had months to push updates to their devices. Trust me, there\u2019s nothing worse than spending an hour trimming and seasoning a brisket only to walk outside to start the grill and it immediately launches into the update process. This could extend the whole cooking time significantly depending on the extent of the firmware additions and strength of your WiFi.<\/p>\n<p>Thankfully, checking for updates is quick and easy. All you need to do is turn on your grill and open up the company\u2019s app on your phone. If there\u2019s a download ready for your model, the mobile software will let you know and it\u2019s usually quite prominent. If there\u2019s not a pop-up alert that displays immediately, you can check the settings menu just to make sure. Sometimes for smaller updates, a company might not beat you over the head to refresh. However, starting a fresh slate of firmware is always a safe bet and will ensure your grill is running at its best when it comes time to cook.<\/p>\n<h2>For a good time every time, clean after each use<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"caas-figure\">\n<div>\n<div>\n<div class=\"caas-img-container caas-img-loader noheight\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"caas-img caas-lazy has-preview\" alt=\"Traeger Ironwood 650\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/41.9e6M8iDVZ92shu9qYPw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MA--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2020-10\/8df54c60-1537-11eb-9d1a-4bc7636e8980\"\/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Traeger Ironwood 650\" src=\"https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/ny\/api\/res\/1.2\/41.9e6M8iDVZ92shu9qYPw--\/YXBwaWQ9aGlnaGxhbmRlcjt3PTk2MA--\/https:\/\/s.yimg.com\/os\/creatr-uploaded-images\/2020-10\/8df54c60-1537-11eb-9d1a-4bc7636e8980\" class=\"caas-img\"\/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><figcaption class=\"caption-collapse\"><span class=\"caption-credit\"> Billy Steele\/Engadget<\/span><\/figcaption><\/p>\n<\/figure>\n<p>I\u2019ll be the first to admit I don\u2019t adhere to my own advice here, but it\u2019s nice to have goals. I will also be the first to tell you every single time I smoke a Boston Butt or some other super fatty cut of meat that I wish I would\u2019ve done at least a quick cleaning right after the meal. Grease buildup is not only highly flammable but it\u2019s much harder to clean once it cools and solidifies. Ditto for stuck-on sauce or cheese that\u2019s left on your grates after chicken or burgers. It\u2019s best to attack these things while the grill is still warm, but cooled down from the cook.<\/p>\n<p>You don\u2019t necessarily have to break out the shop vac each time for your pellet grill or empty the grease bin. But you\u2019ll want to make sure that stuff is away from the main cooking area for safety and so any burn off won\u2019t impact the flavor of your food. A few cups of hot water can cleanse the grease run-off while that wire brush I mentioned is best for the grates. It also doesn\u2019t hurt to do a light wipe down with an all-natural cleaner so everything is ready to go when you want to cook again.<\/p>\n<h2>New grills coming soon<\/h2>\n<p>A number of grill companies have already announced their 2024 product lineups. If you\u2019re looking for new gear for the summer, some of them are already available while others will be arriving over the next few weeks. Recteq announced <a data-i13n=\"cpos:17;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/how-recteqs-dual-chamber-and-griddle-designs-put-a-unique-spin-on-pellet-grills-120025500.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:a robust group of grills;cpos:17;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">a robust group of grills<\/a> in October, all of which are Wi-Fi-connected pellet models. The company also updated its family of \u201cregular\u201d pellet grills while taking the wraps off the SmokeStone 600 griddle and the dual-chamber DualFire 1000.<\/p>\n<p>Weber has also tipped its hand for 2024. <a data-i13n=\"cpos:18;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/weber-reveals-its-more-affordable-more-versatile-searwood-smart-grill-at-ces-2024-150053207.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:Back at CES;cpos:18;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">Back at CES<\/a>, the company revealed a redesigned pellet grill, the Searwood, that will replace the SmokeFire in North America. Part of Searwood\u2019s feature set is a special mode that allows you to use the grill while the lid is open for things like searing and flat-top griddling. Weber also debuted a new gas griddle, the Slate, that has a specially designed cooking surface that the company promises won\u2019t rust and a digital temperature gauge. What\u2019s more, there\u2019s a new premium Summit smart gas grill with a massive touchscreen color display and top-mounted infrared broiler. Smart features here help with everything from gas flow to individual burners to monitoring fuel supply and dialing in the cooking process. All of the new Weber grills are scheduled to arrive this spring.<\/p>\n<p>We haven\u2019t heard much from Traeger this year and there\u2019s a good chance the company won\u2019t have new grills in 2024. It <a data-i13n=\"cpos:19;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/traeger-timberline-2022-smart-grills-announced-price-specs-163043089.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:overhauled the Timberline;cpos:19;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">overhauled the Timberline<\/a> in 2022 and brought some of the latest features, including the touchscreen display, <a data-i13n=\"cpos:20;pos:1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/traeger-ironwood-2023-review-upgraded-smart-grilling-comes-at-a-cost-140100642.html\" data-ylk=\"slk:to the Ironwood;cpos:20;pos:1;elm:context_link;itc:0;sec:content-canvas\" class=\"link \">to the Ironwood<\/a> in 2023. Never say never, but if you\u2019re looking for another all-new Traeger grill, you might be waiting several months.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>[ad_2]<br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.engadget.com\/how-to-clean-your-grill-for-summer-outdoor-season-spring-cleaning-140040826.html?src=rss\">Source link <\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[ad_1] As temperatures begin to rise, it\u2019s time to prepare your outdoor space for some seasonal relaxation. 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