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What fruits taste best in the grill? Living in Florida, grilling everyday is a real possibility, I could use some new quick ideas.

When is the right time to put a glaze on meat? So that is gets cooked and smoked, but not burnt?

Pineapple - I'm a beginner to grilling fruits, and I have to clean up my father's grill. In short, what should I be watching for besides 'burning'?

is it feasible to grill a whole turkey?

I'm scared of the grill. My husband grills all the time but I think it's something instilled in me that it's a man's job...I need this book to help me get over my grill-phobia!

What is the best way to clean a grill, and should it be cleaned after each use?

I recently took a trip to the Outer Banks and caught some beautiful trout (and bluefish!) I'd like to grill the trout whole, but am a little intimidated, as I've only grilled filets in the past! Can you tell me a little about the benefits of grilling whole fish? Do you put yours right on the grill? Any great recipes or tips for this?
Thanks!

I'm scared of the grill, too. I'm scared of lighting it and I'm scared of the meat sticking to the rack and never coming off! I'd love tips for a grilling newbie.

How do you keep fish from sticking to the grill?

I'd like to try fish on the grill as well, but I'm afraid of burning it. What's the best way to cook it and for how long? Thanks!

What WON'T you grill?!

I just wonder what is the best way to grill fish? It always stuck on it.. And how long should i cook it? Thank you!

Should you let the grill get a fine layer of black goo? My mom swears it's okay but I think you should clean it.

Why would I need five copies of the book?

Another person wondering about the best way to grill fish...

Is it really worth grilling on a cedar plank?

I have been experimenting with grilling vegetables. So far, my repertoire has been limited to zucchini and asparagus, either wrapped in foil or directly on the grate. I have heard of grilled corn, but have not made the leap. Any other veggies that might be good to grill?

how does one grill pizza? I hope this question is answered in the book somewhere.

When using a wood plank in grilling, does the type of wood make much of a difference?

If you have a grill with a thermometer, what should the temperature be?

Are there desserts that can be made on the grill, aside from grilled fruits?

what are the essential grilling tools - without having a lot of extra stuff

How do I get grill marks on salmon, halibut or other firm fish without the fish sticking to the grill?

How do you grill plantains? I had some fantastic grilled plantains in a restaurant but have not been able to successfully grill them at home.

I rely heavily on my stovetop grill pan because we don't have a bbq (yet!!) - can you make grilled pizza on that or would that just be a waste? :)

I love to grill

I want to be able to grill fish - perfectly!

does grilling add a lot of carcinogens to food?

I want to buy a pizza stone for my oven, and I also want to make pizza on my grill. Can I buy just one pizza stone that will do both, or do I need a special one for the oven and for the grill? Linens and Things has a special grilling pizza stone, so this has me very confused!

How do I get my husband to use the fancy grill he bought more? I hope this book will do it!

We moved recently, and left our old gas grill behind. We're looking to buy a new one - any suggestions for us? My husband wants to get a charcoal one, but I loved the convenience factor of the gas...

Thank you!

We just got a brand new grill and I need to step up my game beyond the usual burgers, chicken and brats. Thanks!

@marisab: our new one is a Weber Genesis 310 (propane) and I LOVE it. It's bit pricier than others, but all our others have only lasted a few years, so...

I took the best online price I found to my local hardware store and they matched it, delivered, tax included!

I use lump charcoal, which only works for me because I don't grill much at a time. It seems to burn too quickly to cook larger pieces of meat or to successfully grill for, say, an hour or so for a larger party. Any tips on how to use the lump charcoal this way?

I'm at a loss of what to do with fish on the grill ... I'd like to try it but somehow am intimidated ... what are some easy starter recipies?

I'm looking to make awesome bbq ribs on a gas grill (without a smoker). Can I get the same flavors starting them in the oven and finishing on the grill?

Can smoking packets (as in smoking chips wrapped in foil) impart the same flavors as the real deal? Thanks!

Best way to use less charcoal, keep the grill clean and keep it from making me smell like smoke! hehe

I'd also like to know the best way to grill veges (corn, etc) and have them as tender as they would be if I cooked it.

I've heard that you do not have to pull the silk off ears of corn before you grill them in the husks - is this true?

Can I boil water for pasta on my Weber (indirect heat) gas grill?
I have kids and must have pasta for dinner, even when it is frickin' 90 and humid. I can't handle the heat - get me out of the kitchen... please.

This may sound very basic, but do you have a foolproof way for grilling barbecued chicken? Mine always ends up either too smoky or too charred, and while it might takes OK, always has a kind of grey-ish look about it. Any tips?

I always seem to overcook chicken on the grill. At first it seems to be cooking very slowly, then suddenly, it's overdone! I need some advice about cooking chicken (and also hamburgers) on the grill.

Are there any tricks to grilling over a wood fire (as opposed to charcoal or gas)? How does one know when it is hot enough or too hot? We have a fire pit with a grill and I'm really excited to experiment on it, but not sure about some of the basics. Thanks!

I would love to learn how to grill stuffed foods (I'm think stuffed squid, peppers, etc.)

i need an AMAZING recipe for grilling up lamb... and i also have a pressing need to add something more advanced than veggie kabobs to my menu!

tips for grilling pizza on a small gas grill...

what is one thing you would never grill?

I too want to know about grill maintainence. Should you be cleaning it after each use? If not, what warrants a clean? And how is the best way?

What is the best way to clean grill?

What is the difference between lump and brickette charcoal, other than the additional ingredients in brickettes? I've heard lump burns hotter and faster, or hotter and longer.

I've been grilling a fair amount of chicken lately and wanted to move on to something different like fish. I have some tilapia filets and would like to know how to grill these so they get the char of the gill but don't fall apart when I try to flip them over

I never know how long to soak corn on the cob for before grilling it with husks on...and for that matter...how do you know it's done when you can't see it?

Chicken! I'm chicken to grill chicken!

Some people oil the grates on a gas grill prior to cooking, others say it's not necessary - what's your stance?

What's the best way to grill corn? A friend once suggested I cook corn in the microwave first, then throw on the grill for the grill marks. That doesn't sound like true grilling to me.

Any tricks to grilling kabobs? Whenever I make kabobs the veggies are overdone before the meat is cooked.

How to grill a pizza.

is there a way to get that smoky flavor we all know and love when using a gas grill?

I need help with chicken on the bone. It always seems to burn on the outside but not be cooked on the inside!

Which do you prefer - propane or natural gas for grilling?

I find it hard to tell when chicken is done unless I cut into it - and then all the yummy juices start draining out - any suggestions of how to avoid this???

new homeowner with new grill! need ideas to get me outside using it. thanks! :)

Along with many others, it seems, I am terrified of grilling pizza. One sticky-doughy-charred disaster a couple years ago was all it took for me to give up on the endeavor entirely. Please help!

Yesterday my friend and I were trying to figure out the best way to grill corn but were overwhelmed by the huge array of conflicting information on the internet. Would love to hear a definitive answer from someone who knows what they're doing. Thanks!

Is there an alternative to "indirect heat" methods when your grill DOESN'T have an indirect heat area?

HOw to grill pizza

Can I buy a slate slab from a hardware store and grill on that? I 've seen Eric Ripert do it but are there any weird chemicals or finishes I need to be aware of?

Is a rub or marinade better for grilled meats?

I would like to know how to get my charcoal grill going properly. I always light the charcoal, wait a while, and then cook the food. Sometimes the grill is perfect when I am almost done cooking the food, sometimes it cools off before I am done. What am I doing wrong?

I'd like to have some good grilled side dish recipes, I love not heating up the kitchen, but it feels wasteful to get all that lovely charcoal going and just use it for the main dish.

How do you grill a pizza!

if i win this book how will i be able to restrain myself from grilling every day?

How do you evenly grill chicken breasts and/or legs and thighs without all the burned exterior?

if my grill doesn't have an indirect heat option, how can I achieve the same results?

What really is the best way to grill corn (in the husk, out of the husk, in foil, etc.)?

Also, any tips for baking on the grill? I want to do it but am a bit scared to try!

I would love the grilling book. My favorite new grilled foods are peaches. That and ice cream alone are fantastic.

i would love to a) win the book b) have an outdoor space in which to properly grill! we can do it, it's just cramped!

This looks like a great book for year-round cooking.

Which should I buy: the cute little round pedestal grill that's adequate for almost all my grilling for two, or the big ugly one that I'll fill up once or twice a year?

Can you grill lobster? how?!

coggs, Grilled peaches on vanilla ice cream? Sounds dee-lish. I can't wait to try that! Any more grilled fruit -ice cream combo ideas?

i want to perfect my skills at grilling meat so that it isn't too overcooked and without stabbing the meat to figure out if it is done inside...

I keep lusting after grilled shrimp and have tried a couple of times but I keep overcooking them.

my fruits keep sticking to the grill, and the idea of spraying with oil doesn't sound too yummy. Alternatives?

If I win this book, then maybe I'll finally get my grill going this summer!

I want to master grilling fruit.

how do i grill tofu???

i live in a 600sf apartment on the third floor with no access to an outdoor type of grill. I miss that charcoal grilled flavor of outdoor bbq. How do I achieve that same taste indoors on my stove?

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How do you keep a constant grill temp all day for cooking brisket?

what's the best way to clean a grill when it's coated in burnt char? also, is it ok to leave some of that char on the grill...does it add to the taste of the meat...

How do you keep a grill clean? We clean ours right after every cooking session and it still looks gunky.

What is difference between leaving the grill closed or open when cooking meat? How will my chicken or steak differ?

Perfect for my summer menu.

I have a small, balcony-friendly gas grill (one of the smaller Weber Qs) with just a single burner. There are lots of recipes I'd like to try that involve cooking meat slowly over indirect heat ("Leave one burner on high and turn the other to low" and the like). Are there any adaptations/techniques I could use to approximate this scenario with my single-burner grill?

Do you have a default quick marinade/rub for weeknight grilling?

I could use some new recipes. I would love to win this book!

wha tios an easy way to keep my grill clean?

I'd love to learn how to do pizza on the grill!

I want to learn how to use a work over a grill! Crazy I know, but I heard it can be done.

So I bought a Cobb last year on sale and really want to have more adapted recipes for grilling on this thing.

Hello! My husband enjoys cookbooks. He would love this one! His birthday is in September and this would make a great birthday gift for him. What is the proper way to grill corn on the cob? Many thanks, Cindi
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I love grilling and would love this book an apron!!!! Need to spice up my grill!!!
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Is the Egg really worth it? Everyone swears by it.

best way to grill indoors?

you know what sucks when everyday grilling, the charred remains on the grill from the night before.... the scrubbing with the metal brush to get the barbecue sauce hardened to the metal... I need a self cleaning grill!

i just bought a weber grill.

I want to know the best "starter" grill. I am new to grilling and Im determined to figure all this out and start making some sweet summer meals outside.

What temp do you use to smoke a brisket for optimal flavor?

Can you say...grill-a-licious? I am starting a weight loss program or a life change programs or a I'm too fat for my clothes program and need to start grilling healthier choices. Help the healthier me come out of the unhealthy me!

Can you grill seitan and/or tempeh successfully?

I love grilled fish, but my grill does not cooperate. I am sure it is all me. Please help.

I'd like to know the best way to grill bread.

what's the best substitute for a grill when you live in an apartment?

no questions - I just want to grill!

I love to grill but am never sure how to grill ears of corn ~ in the greenery or in foil? I really need to start grilling more often this year.

Are there comparative stones to slate when it comes to grilling?

I would love to grill a pizza but I don't have a clue on how to do that at all!

grilled pizza is easy, just oil the dough and place directly on the grill. After the first side is done, flip it and add your toppings.

What is the best way to tell if meat is done without stabbing them and letting all the juices off if if you don't have a thermometer?

If you have a gas grill how do you get a charbroiled taste to your grilled meats and fish.

How do you correctly use the cedar planks for fish grilling?

Summer is finally here, grilled fish, pizza, veggies ... endless possibilities!

I had a delicious grilled artichoke in a restaurant. How do you grill an artichoke?

since i'm new at cooking, any book that could teach me that would be a useful tool for me. but the thought of grilling something is making me hungry!

Favorite grilled lunch menu, please? I'm tired of grilled dinners, which are always meat-heavy and too much food. Light and easy, please!

How to I grill meats that have marinades with high sugar content and not have them burn?

I need a good way to grill vegetable apart from in skewers or foil pouches...

how do you grill a pizza without all the toppings falling in?

I'm curious about cooking fish in foil on a grill. I've seen this done at a friend's house, but wasn't sure if she sprayed something on the foil before throwing everything in (veggies) or maybe poured some olive oil? I really have no idea! Can you cook anything in foil on a grill?

How long to grill fish, and how do you know when it's done?

During the summer we grill every night. We need new recipes.

Wonder if I could still use this even though I don't have a grill... Hmmm

How to grill fish ??

Which method is better? Gas or Charcoal?

How long should I grill shrimp before it starts tasting overcooked?

Do those ceramic briquetes really make a huge difference in gas grills and how often should they be replaced?

I getting ready to grill for the first time this year _ AT you have inspired me! Sausage & peppers anyone?

I'd love to know the best way to grill salmon - how to know exactly when it's done, whether to wrap it or not, etc... Thank you!

I wish I was confident grilling. I leave it to my husband.

Grinllin' and chillin' on a small balcony in summer, what could be better?

This would go to a great home, I love to learn new methods of grillin. I love to cook on the grill in the summer to keep my home cooler.