When the sun is shining, we can't help but spend most of our time hovering over our grills. After all, everything from burgers to pizza to skewers and even sweet things can be (and should be) made in this manner. Cooking food over the coals seems to kiss it with a fire-roasted flavor that pairs perfectly with a cold, crisp beer and the Summer heat.
— Additional reporting by Nicole Perry
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Pretty much anything and everything — skewers, burgers, salads, sandwiches, and even pizza — can benefit from the grill's smoky kiss.
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Side dishes should be just as decadent and delicious as grilled mains, so don't be the griller who neglects amping up the flavor of veggies and corn.
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Unconventional? Yes. Delicious? Absolutely! Don't forget that sweet things like fruit, cake, and even dessert versions of pizza can be made on the grill.
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