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Whatever the weather, nothing compares to cooking on the grill. Grilling is fun and family and friends have a great time outdoors together, but cooking on the grill requires proper hygiene and preparation to prevent food poisoning and harmful bacteria. Here are a few tips for learning safe outdoor grilling methods. Marinating is great for infusing flavor into foods and for juicy meats. Proper marinating requires that you marinate food in the refrigerator and not on a counter top. Doing so will not give nasty bacteria the option of growing. If you plan on making a dip or basting sauce, then reserve some before you add the marinade. Never use a marinade that you used on raw meat later for grilling other food. Many grillers enjoy partially cooking meat before grilling begins. Known as precooking, this method works well if you reduce the grilling time by microwaving meat or chicken in advance. Unless you are able to start grilling immediately, precooking is not a good idea. If not, then don't forget to refrigerate precooked food until you can get it on the grill. As mentioned above, bacterial growth is a big concern when cooking raw meat or chicken. When grilling, make sure to cook the meat and poultry completely through; using a meat thermometer is a good idea just to be safe. If you're cooking large pieces of beef, cook until the internal temp reaches about 160 degrees F. When it's time to serve the meal, make sure you've clean any or all utensils that you have used on the raw meat or chicken before handling cooked food to be served. Do not put cooked meat on a plate that previously had raw meat on it. Try to serve as quickly after cooking on the grill as possible because as food cools it can grow bacteria. And naturally, store all leftovers in the refrigerator. All good outdoor chefs know that successful cooking on the grill requires proper cleanup afterwards. Scrub your grill and grill utensils so they'll be ready to use again later. Enjoy cooking on the grill outdoors with your friends and family. Knowing how to grill is a skill that many desire, but few truly master. Learn how you can use niche content like this to make money at home with your own blog. Learn more at http://bloggingsuccesssecret.com
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