Outdoor Kitchen Ideas
Outdoor kitchens are becoming all the rage these days making family barbecues easier than ever! Cooking on a large outdoor grill allows you to cook more food at once when you’re entertaining and it’s easier to clean up afterwards. Running back and forth from the kitchen to the patio gets old. These days grilling is easier and more enjoyable by putting together an outdoor kitchen. You don’t have to go overboard as even the simplest set up will make your outdoor cooking a lot easier. Of course the fanciest ones will mean that you don’t have to set foot inside again until you’ve farewelled all of your guests. Charcoal was great in the beginning but the gas grill took over because of its convenience. High end grills have side burners, their own storage space and work areas all included. They are all designed with the aim of making entertaining more relaxing and fun.
Barbecue – cooking outside
If you think you have great barbecue skills and frequently entertain large groups of people then maybe you should consider upgrading to an outdoor kitchen. If you constantly run out of room on the grill you run the risk of serving food cold. You might also be wondering how to make use of that neglected patio or deck. If you’re wanting to move past the burgers and dogs and experiment with some savvy dishes an outdoor kitchen may be perfect for you. Also if you’re tired of the outrageous electric bills due to your heating up the kitchen and your air conditioner working overtime.
The grill is the centerpiece but the rest of the outdoor kitchen can be as large or as small as your requirements allow. Most outdoor kitchens will be made up of a grill that can be moved on wheels and can also be taken with you whenever you move houses. There is still a massive range of choices in style and size however. These are also fun to take to the beach as well. If you are planning to incorporate the kitchen as a permanent part of your home, select a built in grill that will drop into a space on a cabinet with countertops that is built on site. These can be like your kitchen inside and usually have everything you need to prepare and cook meals. Some of the accessories you will need are: baskets for grilling fish, vegetables or hush puppies, a griddle, tongs and a reliable meat thermometer. A cheap alternative to a side burner is a portable camping stove. Being clean is vitally important. Make sure your cooking area is sanitized before you start cooking. You can have whatever lights you fancy in your outdoor kitchen but for the cooking area a direct light source is best. Charcoal Grilling
For cooking meat at night a clip on light that attaches directly to the grill will give you the ability to see your meat with crystal clarity, enabling you to cook your steaks to perfection every time. Keep your outdoor kitchen area warm with a patio heater or fire pit. You’ll be able to enjoy your outdoor space more often all year round. Always have insect repellant on hand so your parties don’t get ruined by pesky little uninvited guests. Use an exhaust hood to get rid of annoying smoke and out of your guest’s eyes. So you don’t end up serving cold food get some warming drawers. Make sure you have enough electrical outlets to run your fridge and other appliances and have a sink installed so you can keep your hands and cooking implements clean without running backwards and forwards to the indoor kitchen. Wine storage and an ice machine are other accessories you might also like to consider.
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