The best grilling essentials
There’s no more fun way to entertain
or cook than by grilling.
Whether you’re making burgers for the family on a Tuesday night or hosting all the neighbors in the backyard for an all-day Saturday cookout, the grill makes every meal taste better. Grilling is a low-stress, low-mess and
high-impact cooking method when you have the right tools and equipment.
Read on for our ultimate grilling guide, complete with recipe ideas and must-have equipment to make your meals the best yet.
The right glass makes
all the difference
> Get the Recipe: Grilled Watermelon Margarita
Drinks just taste better in the right glass. For your next BBQ or fun dinner party, treat your guests to a margarita with a secret ingredient: grilled watermelon. This unique twist on a classic cocktail blends high heat with cool melon for the ultimate summer drink. Served in an Italian-made coupe glass, this is not your average margarita. It’s always smart to keep some wine and beer as a backup to keep everyone happy of course.
Equipment used - Coupe Glass
Highlight fresh seasonal fruit
A classic peach cobbler is a crowd-pleaser that is easy to prepare even on a busy weeknight. Choose a baking dish that doubles as a lovely serving dish — with an enameled finish for easier clean-up. Tip: Leftovers (if there are any) make a tasty summer breakfast with a dollop of Greek yogurt.
An enameled finish baking dish doubles as a stylish serving dish. Credit: Courtesy of Made In Cookware
> Get the Recipe: Peach Cobbler
Equipment used - 9x13" Baking Dish
Grill any food with ease
Wings are a classic, but they can be tricky to make at home. Fryers are messy but deliver extra crispy skin. But wings are small enough to fall through the grates if you try grilling them. The solution is using a Grill Frying Pan. The pan helps achieve the crispiness you crave — and keeps the wings in place as they cook to perfection. Paired with a spicy rub and a simple scallion-ranch dressing for dipping, these wings will have your family asking for them every week. If you’re entertaining, also consider offering additional dishes such as Grilled Oyster Mushrooms.
> Additional Recipe: Grilled Oyster Mushrooms with Chimichurri
> Get the Recipe: Grilled Chicken Wings with Texas BBQ Rub and Scallion-Ranch Dressing
A Grill Frying Pan helps achieve a sought-after frying-pan-finish right on the grill.
Credit: Courtesy of Made In Cookware
Equipment used - Carbon Steel Grill Frying Pan
The perfect smash burgers at home
Fat equals flavor, and that’s a secret to pulling off restaurant-quality burgers at home. Inspired by flat-top restaurant griddles, the Made In Carbon Steel Griddle and Press set cooks smash burgers in their own fat, creating the crispiest burgers with a flavorful sear. People will beg you for your grill secrets as soon as they sink their teeth into one. If space is a consideration or the griddle is sold out, consider their Carbon Steel Frying Pan which can go right onto your grill as well.
> Get the Recipe: The Made In Smash Burger
The Made In Carbon Steel Griddle takes the home chef game to the next level, creating the kinds of burgers guests will rave about. Credit: Courtesy of Made In Cookware
Get the equipment:
A more
planet-friendly table
Ditch the single-use plates, bowls and napkins. Their convenience is no match for the eco-friendliness and elegance of ceramic dinnerware. No matter which set you choose, serve up this slightly smoky grilled cabbage slaw. It’s a veggie-forward side that’s simple to make and packed with flavor. And, with these English- and Italian-made ceramic plates, you don’t have to worry about piling on too much food. These plates and bowls are sturdy, elegant and built to last, with a one-year “no chip” guarantee.
Crisp, clean and elegant, Made In ceramic dinnerware sets the tone for any meal. Credit: Courtesy of Made In Cookware
> Get the Recipe: Grilled Cabbage Slaw with Scallion-Ranch Dressing
Equipment Used - The Tabletop Set
Made In Cookware is dedicated to the home chef, with
the core belief that everyone can make restaurant-quality food at home when they have the right tools to do it.
To find professional-quality products for the home chef,
visit Made In Cookware online to shop, learn and save.
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Stepfanie Romine, for Made In Cookware
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