Barbeque Party Tips
Everyone loves a great barbeque and with some simple planning and having the proper tools on hand, your next one will be a smash hit. In this post I want to offer some tips that will help you get ready for your next BBQ with menu planning, having the right tools, and executing the cooking.
Before you can head to the grocery store you have to figure out what you’re going to eat. Your menu will depend on your personal taste and cooking ability. Most people will do hamburgers and hot dogs, along with potato salad and chips. You can, obviously, do whatever you want, but keep in mind that there are certain foods (like those in the last sentence) that people expect from a barbeque. If you want to add gourmet flair to your party, try adding different toppings for the burgers, or add a special side dish that allows you to flex your gourmet muscle.
Having the proper tools on hand is essential. Create a checklist for everything that you’re going to need. There are common things like propane or charcoal, table cloths, plates, glasses, and silverware. Don’t forget the not-so-common tools that will make your life much easier, like a burger press. Burger presses allow you to pound out fresh ground beef into uniform patties that will make cooking a breeze since they all will cook at the same speed.
When it comes time to cook, have a game plan before you get started. Figure out the order that you want the food to come out in (beans before burgers) and what their cooking times are like. Also, be sure to find your help and get them ready to go. It’s also important that you wait until the cooking is done before you start pounding the beer! I’ve seen quite a few barbecues turn sour because the cook was too drunk to get the food done!
Preparing, planning, and executing are the steps to a perfect BBQ (as well as almost everything else!). Take the time to get these right and you’ll host the best barbecue ever!
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