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Grilling is a summertime tradition that leads to fantastic food, family time on the patio and spending time in the great outdoors near the comfort of your own home. However, it can still be a little daunting to make sense of all the different tools and methods out there. What is actually essential? Are you doing something wrong?? Make your barbecue easier with these nine necessities to simplify your grilling and get great results every time.


Charcoal

Although gas grills allow greater temperature control, charcoal adds some extra flavor with a charred outside that seals juices inside.

Cedar Planks

Cedar planks infuse your food with a unique flavor that comes out as your meat lays on the plank. Rest the plank on the grilling surface to heart it through an transfer the flavor.