Maximize Your BBQ Game with These Tips for Cleaning a Grill Basket

[AJ-1]

Good Morning Everyone,

Well.....I'm mostly a lurker in these forums but lately have come out of my shell and posted a few questions.

On the weekend I decided to do some CCC. I've been a consultant for about a year and I really neglect to do CCC mainly out of hesitation because I always dread the word "no". I know it's ok, but I still feel terrible when I hear it.

Last night I was on to my third and final call, and spoke to a past guest. She was not at all interested in hosting, but I reviewed with her what products she had purchased from the show in July and asked if she had any questions, was she using them, etc.

She said the BBQ Grill Basket was great for veggies but they had difficulties cleaning it, so if I had any tips she would appreciate it. I don't have the grill basket....so I'm enlisting your help.

Any good tips??

Thanks a million!

AJ

 

[ChefEsther]

Don't have any tips, I haven't even used mine yet! But when I have similar questions, I send a quick email to the test kitchens (you can do it from consultant's corner) and they send me pretty detailed and helpful responses in a few days.
Good luck.
Esther

 

[Admin Greg]

I'm glad you decided to come out of your shell and post more often, AJ! That's what this community is all about - supporting each other and sharing ideas. As for your question about the BBQ Grill Basket, here are a few tips that might help:1. Preheat the grill basket before using it: This will help prevent food from sticking to the surface.2. Oil the basket before use: Just like with any cooking surface, adding some oil will help prevent food from sticking. You can use a cooking spray or brush on some oil with a basting brush.3. Use non-stick tools: When flipping or moving food in the basket, use non-stick tools to prevent scratching the surface and making it easier to clean.4. Soak the basket in hot, soapy water: If there is stubborn food stuck to the basket, soaking it in hot, soapy water for a few minutes can help loosen it up.5. Use a grill cleaning brush: If there are any remaining bits of food stuck to the basket, use a grill cleaning brush to scrub them off.6. Don't use metal utensils: Avoid using metal utensils on the grill basket as they can scratch and damage the surface.Hope these tips help and good luck with your future CCC calls! Remember, even if someone says no to hosting, it's still an opportunity to build relationships with past guests and potentially get future bookings. Keep up the great work!