Gas Grilling Steak Tips

The majority of gas grills follow the cart grill design concept: the grill unit itself is attached to a wheeled frame that holds the fuel tank. The wheeled frame may also support side tables and other features.

A recent trend in gas grills is for the manufacturers to add an infrared radiant burner to the back of the grill enclosure. This radiant burner provides an even heat across the burner and is intended for use with a horizontal rotisserie. A meat item (whole chicken, beef roast, pork loin roast) is placed on a metal skewer that is rotated by an electric motor. Smaller cuts of meat can be grilled in this manner using a round metal basket that slips over the metal skewer.

Another type of gas grill gaining popularity is called a flattop grill. According to Hearth and Home magazine, flattop grills "on which food cooks on a griddlelike surface and is not exposed to an open flame at all" is an emerging trend in the outdoor grilling market.

A small metal "smoker box" containing wood chips may be used on a gas grill to give a smoky flavor to the grilled foods.

Grilled Beef Tenderloin
Chef Robert Rainford
4-6 ample portions

INGREDIENTS

• 32 oz beef tenderloin
  
• 2 tbs thyme
  
• 1 1/2 tbs rosemary
  
• Kosher salt to taste
  
• Black pepper (freshly cracked) to taste
  

Chef Robert Rainford
Rainford is based in Ontario, Canada. He is seen on "License To Grill." On the show he uses gas grills and believes they are a great way to make the perfect steak. He also has a company called Rainford Catering Solutions that offers personalized menus.