There’s no better feeling than indulging in some fresh food right off the grill with friends and family on a beautifully sunny day.
Grills can sometimes be intimidating, but there are a multitude of options, many of which are much simpler to use than they may seem. From gas to charcoal, pellet grills, and grills that can be controlled directly from your iPhone, there's sure to be a barbecue perfect for your needs.
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Clear some space in your backyard, because we've crafted a list of some of the best grills on the market this season.
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The Ledge SS is the newest, smartest and strongest grill from The Green Mountain Grill. The Ledge Prime model allows you to control your grill directly from an app on your smartphone. Pellet view windows allow you to keep an eye on your food and pellet supply without opening the lid, meaning no smoke or heat will escape. Organized your tools on hooks conveniently placed on the side of the grill, while the thermal sensor ensures that the grill remains at the appropriate temperature throughout your cooking session. It doesn’t matter whether the sun is shining or freezing cold. The sensor will automatically go into turbo mode when colder, which heats up the grill much faster than the competition. If your loved ones are running late to the party, the keep warm and fan-only options will allow food to stay just right, even after the cooking is done.
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The Green Egg is an all-in-one grill, smoker, BBQ and brick oven combo. This ceramic kamado cooker can accommodate all your cooking needs, from pizza parties to steak nights. Large enough to fit eight steaks or can produce just enough food for an intimate dinner, the enlarged lid allows you to customize the quantity of food. Features include a custom grill thermometer, and some even say kamado grills make your food taste better. The egg can either be used on its own or with many different extension frames to expand its features, and it can be purchased in multiple different sizes, depending on your needs.
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The Pit Boss is a classic, wood-fired pellet grill with eight-in-one grill features. Whether you’re looking to bake, grill or barbecue, the Pit Boss does it all. Cooking temperatures range from 180° to 500°F, and you can select your preferred cooking styles with a digital control board and standard flame broiler. What distinguishes this grill from most others is that you do not need natural gas or propane. Still, the wood pellet fuel produces the same if not better quality to make your meals. This grill is made to last and has customizable features at a fantastic price.
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This wood-pellet grill has many features and is a great choice for beginner grillers. It can be controlled directly from your smartphone with a large range of temperature options. An interior light allows you to check on your food at night, and PID technology allows for precise temperature control. Additionally, if you are a meat-lover, you can monitor your meat directly with two meat probes. Easily startable with an on and off switch, this grill is not complicated and always does the job right.
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If you like to take your parties on the road, The Weber Smokey Joe charcoal grill is your best option. Not only is it extremely effective, it's also portable. This grill is lightweight, and the handle on the cap allows you to transport it long distances. It holds up to 13 burgers in one go, and dampers allow you to easily control the temperature inside your grill. The one-touch cleaning system allows for easy clean after a long day of grilling. This grill comes in many different sizes, so choose one that best suits your grilling needs.
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The 5-Burner Gas Grill is the grill that has space everything you coulr desire. It's perfect for cooking large amounts of foods with a side burner and foldable side shelf. Powered solely by gas, this grill is mainly automatic but extremely powerful. This grill offers lots of storage room for kitchen appliances, plates, cutlery and surfaces to prep your food. Additionally, it has cast iron cooking grids, an even-heat system ensuring all the cooks are evenly spread, and steel burners for sautees, simmering and to keep food warm. Think of this grill as your very own compact, outdoor kitchen.
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