Once the weather gets warmer we use our grill about every day. Cleaning it before you start to heavily use it is always a good idea. Here are some cleaning tips that will keep your grill working well for years to come.
- Start off by washing the outside with warm soapy water. Rinse well after washing.
- If you have a stainless steel burner on the side of your grill you can use a mild stainless steel cleaner. Use a non- lint cloth to clean and polish.
- Next move to the inside. If on the lid of your grill you have deposits that look like peeling paint it is carbonized grease. Use a stainless steel grill brush to remove them then wash with warm soapy water and rinse.
- Brush the grates with a stainless steel brush and then wipe them clean with a rag and soapy water, then rinse.
- To clean the burners and tubes use a stainless steel grill brush. Brush them sideways not lengthways to avoid moving debris from one hole to the next.
- Be sure and clean the bottom of the grill. If the grease is excessive use a spatula or putty knife to scrape it off into the bottom tray. Clean the tray and the drip tray.
Just like cleaning your oven, maintaining your grill will keep it working for a long time. Your food will cook more evenly and you will enjoy the fruits of your labor.
