Many people put up their bbq grills and equipment right after the Labor Day holiday and don't take it out until Easter the following year. If this is you, stop it! You're missing out on some of the best bbq'ing around.
The cool weather of Fall and Winter offers us backyarders a time to get out and grill up some of our favorite meat. Since the weather is so nice, why not make it a family affair? To me, cooking in the Fall and Winter sure beats standing over a hot grill when it's 100 degrees outside. In fact, as I write this, it's 28 degrees outside and I have a Venison roast in the smoker. Talk about good eats!
I even fire up the grill on days when there's snow on the ground. In fact, I much prefer to grill outside when it's cold rather when it's 100 degrees. There's just something about being gathered around a grill cooking meat when it's 30 degrees outside. Try it, you'll see what I mean!
There are a few things you will need to keep in mind before heading out in the Winter to bbq. For starters, it will take longer for your grill or smoker to heat up. So plan accordingly.
Electric smokers and gas grills may require an insulative blanket. This is especially true for electric smokers. Cold winds can quickly sap all the heat from an electric smoker and cause the internal temperature to fall below safe levels. Most electric smoker dealers carry these special blankets. Make sure what ever you use to wrap your smoker or grill, that it's fire proof. It can be easy to set anything else on fire so be careful.
Since your grill will cool down quicker, I like to use a little extra wood or charcoal. This helps the meat cook better and keeps your grill at the right temperature. Also, try and place your grill or smoker out of the wind. Even gas grills can have a problem staying hot if there's a cold North wind blowing on it.
You'll also need to take into consideration where your grill and smoker are set up. Chances are you have some dead grass or other vegetation in the immediate area. This can go up like a Roman candle from the smallest of sparks, especially if there is a wind to help it out. Always keep these areas mowed and if in doubt, hose down the area around your grill and smoker.
If you're one of the many who have been depriving friends, family and yourself of smoked and grilled foods in the Winter. Now is the time to stop. Go get that grill out and fire that baby up and start cooking some good food. Your Wife called and said it was okay!
The cool weather of Fall and Winter offers us backyarders a time to get out and grill up some of our favorite meat. Since the weather is so nice, why not make it a family affair? To me, cooking in the Fall and Winter sure beats standing over a hot grill when it's 100 degrees outside. In fact, as I write this, it's 28 degrees outside and I have a Venison roast in the smoker. Talk about good eats!
I even fire up the grill on days when there's snow on the ground. In fact, I much prefer to grill outside when it's cold rather when it's 100 degrees. There's just something about being gathered around a grill cooking meat when it's 30 degrees outside. Try it, you'll see what I mean!
There are a few things you will need to keep in mind before heading out in the Winter to bbq. For starters, it will take longer for your grill or smoker to heat up. So plan accordingly.
Electric smokers and gas grills may require an insulative blanket. This is especially true for electric smokers. Cold winds can quickly sap all the heat from an electric smoker and cause the internal temperature to fall below safe levels. Most electric smoker dealers carry these special blankets. Make sure what ever you use to wrap your smoker or grill, that it's fire proof. It can be easy to set anything else on fire so be careful.
Since your grill will cool down quicker, I like to use a little extra wood or charcoal. This helps the meat cook better and keeps your grill at the right temperature. Also, try and place your grill or smoker out of the wind. Even gas grills can have a problem staying hot if there's a cold North wind blowing on it.
You'll also need to take into consideration where your grill and smoker are set up. Chances are you have some dead grass or other vegetation in the immediate area. This can go up like a Roman candle from the smallest of sparks, especially if there is a wind to help it out. Always keep these areas mowed and if in doubt, hose down the area around your grill and smoker.
If you're one of the many who have been depriving friends, family and yourself of smoked and grilled foods in the Winter. Now is the time to stop. Go get that grill out and fire that baby up and start cooking some good food. Your Wife called and said it was okay!
About the Author:
Don is the numero uno Grill Master over at Barbeque Recipes. There are many delightful barbecue recipes for you to try out over there. From Beef, Chicken and Turkey recipes to tender and flavorful Wild Game recipes, this site has it. While there, make sure you try out the best bbq rib recipes we've every tasted!
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