Our Best Grill Tips
Grilling experts share their tips and secrets for great grilling and answer your burning questions.
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Should I cook with the grill lid open or closed?
According to the experts at Weber, you should keep the lid closed as much as possible, whether you’re using gas or charcoal. The lid limits the amount of air that gets to the fire, so keeping it closed helps prevent flare ups. It also helps the food cook more evenly because the top and bottom of the food is cooking simultaneously. Without the lid, the fire loses heat more quickly and some foods take longer to cook.
For more grilling information, see Weber’s Time To Grill by Jamie Purviance.
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Should I cook with the grill lid open or closed?
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