Don't Put Away That Grill

Even though it's the Labor Day weekend, it's not time to put away your grill . You can still have some amazing barbecues right until the first big snow. However be prepared. Supermarkets have another view of outdoor cooking as soon as summer is officially over.

Now is the time to stock up on charcoal if you plan on any fall grilling. Some stores will have the briquettes half priced .It's also good to have some order extra propane for gas grills (just don't over order. you may have the potential for an explosion if you do). Another thing is clean your grills now that the leaves are starting to fall. You may have a few stray ones falling between the bars.

What to cook in the autumn? Try heartier meats such as pork and venison. A barbecued pork loin would go well with some fresh apple chutney. Venison is perfect too however you do need a meat thermometer. Deer meat has a tendency to become overcooked and dried out. Another fall staple , acorn squash can also be barbecued.Just cut the squash into quarters and brush both sides with melted butter before it goes over the flames.

Just because it's Labor Day doesn't mean you have to stop barbecuing. You can use your grill til December and up into the New Year. Summer may be waning but grilling sure isn't!