It’s Time to Deep-Clean Your Grill. Here’s How It’s Done
Grill grates take on seasoning similar to cast-iron cookware, but that doesn’t mean you should let food and grease sit on them. While you won’t need harsh soaps, you should give your outdoor cooking unit a surface clean after every use and a deep clean every few weeks.
A dirty grill is a breeding ground for mold and bacteria and affects the flavor of the meat, fish and veggies you drop on. (Nobody wants tonight’s steak carrying a hint of last night’s salmon burgers.) Grease pooling at the bottom also encourages rust and clogged burners that restrict fuel flow, often shortening your grill’s life by years.
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A good scrub-down takes roughly 20 minutes and pays off right away — better-tasting food, a grill that actually performs, and fewer unwelcome surprises later.
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