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Clean your grill before each use.

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Before you heat the grill, oil the rack to prevent sticking, and keep a spray bottle filled with canola oil on-hand 

just in case things start sticking. Note: Don’t get overly oily, as flare-ups can occur.

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Remember that the area of the food you’re grilling should lie inside the area of the fire. 

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Preheat charcoal grills at least 30 minutes in advance, and don’t be stingy with the charcoal. Wait until the fire 

dies down to glowing coals before putting foods on the grill.

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Turn on gas flames at least 15 minutes before putting food on the fire so that the grate will be warmed up and 

the temperature has been stabilized.

Ready, Set, Grill

A few helpful tips for heating things up and ready to roll. 

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