The Ultimate Summer Grilling Guide: Prep Inside to Party Outside

Summer is synonymous with outdoor dining. There is nothing quite like firing up the grill, enjoying a cold drink, and hosting a backyard BBQ. But if you are constantly running back inside to chop ingredients or fetch marinades, you are missing your own party. The secret to a flawless BBQ is completing 100% of your prep work indoors before the grill is even turned on.

[Mastering the Marinade] Marinades are essential for tender, flavorful grilled meats, but they can be messy. Ditch the leaky plastic bags and bowls covered in foil.

• Place your chicken, steak, or tofu into large Reusable Silicone Storage Bags, pour in your marinade, and seal them tight. They are completely leak-proof, so you can massage the marinade into the meat without getting your hands dirty, and they stack flat in your fridge to save space.

[Prep Your Toppings Stations] Burgers and hot dogs require a mountain of toppings. Do not slice tomatoes and onions on a paper plate by the grill.

• Use your Multifunctional Chopper to create uniform diced onions, relish, and perfectly sliced tomatoes in minutes.

• Store these toppings in small Airtight Containers. When it’s time to eat, simply carry the containers out to the patio table for an instant, bug-free topping bar.

[Safe Raw Meat Handling] When carrying raw steaks and burgers outside, cross-contamination is a major risk. Dedicate a specific, heavy-duty plastic Cutting Board strictly for transporting raw meats to the grill. Use a separate board for slicing the cooked meats to ensure your guests stay safe and healthy.

[Conclusion] Be the host with the most (and the least amount of stress). Get your kitchen summer-ready by stocking up on high-quality prep tools from the Smart Gadgets and Kitchen Organization collections at PurePrep Kitchen. Happy Grilling!