The Wirecutter Show Grill. Baby, Grill
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May 21, 2025 
Lesley Stockton, a senior staff writer at Wirecutter with over 20 years in professional cooking, teams up with Sam Sifton, assistant managing editor at The New York Times and co-founder of NYT Cooking. They delve into essential grilling techniques, from mastering heat zones to the proper way to clean and maintain your grill. Lesley reveals unexpected tools that can elevate your grilling game, while Sam shares mouthwatering summer recipes that are perfect for any cookout. Join them for tips that will make your grilling effortless and delicious!
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Pre-Grilling Cleaning Ritual
- Clean and oil your grill grates before every use for best performance.
- Scrape with a wire brush, wipe with a damp rag, then oil with a paper towel using tongs.
Deep Grill Cleaning Advice
- Deep clean your grill mid-season and definitely at the end to remove grease and prevent flare-ups.
- Scrape grease from the firebox with a metal spackle knife and clean the grease trap.
Safer Grill Brush Alternative
- Use a grill rescue brush as a safer alternative to wire brushes that steam clean grates.
- Always wipe the grates after brushing to remove metal bristles and soot before cooking.