A Grill Cleaning Brush is Key to Great BBQs

As fun as it is, the reality is that grilling can be pretty messy. Between the BBQ sauces and marinades, the open flame or charcoal and the simple fact that you're outside, you may find that your grill gets filthy rather quickly. Dirty grill grates won't easily release food, which only compounds the problem, and since grates are difficult or impossible to remove and bring inside for a soak, a grill cleaning brush is the best solution.

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Keeping your grill clean is as key to great-tasting food as the spices you use. Build-up on your grill grates will not only make your food stick, it can transfer unwanted flavors to whatever you're grilling. Fortunately, keeping your grill clean is easy as long as you have the right tools. A sturdy grill brush and a bit of elbow grease are all you need. If you're sure to tackle the job while the grill is still warm, your job will be even easier. Here are a few great grill brushes to choose from:

• Grand Grill Daddy Grill Cleaning Brush - This innovative grill brush uses the power of steam to loosen baked-on food and grease while stiff, stainless-steel bristles scrub the grates clean without the need for harsh chemicals. Simply fill the brush with water, turn on the grill and start cleaning.
• Williams Sonoma Stainless-Steel Handled BBQ Cleaning Brush - Available only at Williams Sonoma, this grill cleaning tool features a wire brush on one side, a steel-wool scrubber on the other and a stainless-steel scraping blade on the end. The brush coordinates with other BBQ tools in the Williams Sonoma line.
• Williams Sonoma Black-Handled Grill Cleaning Brush - Another Williams Sonoma exclusive, this grill brush makes short work of even the worst build-up thanks to its unique design, which combines a wire brush, steel-wool scrubber and stainless scraper. Forged of stainless steel, the brush features a black synthetic handle and a leather loop for hanging storage.