It is never too early to teach children about where cooking all began, the open flame. Taking meat and placing it over fire to transform it into something else, something delicious has been done by cooks for 100,000 years. Once kids understand the different types of meat and can with ease identify steak, chicken, ground beef, fish and so on, a simple lesson on the grill is in order. Teaching some basic ideas and rules about grilling is not a bad idea. Of course do not let them anywhere near open fire and people, I can't stress this enough but do not let them work the food while it is cooking. VERY DANGEROUS. My daughter rides shotgun and watches as I cook the meat and veg while I introduce her to perfect grill lines and sausages caramelized to perfection. Instead of cooking hot dogs which is too easy we offer something a little different. Turkey Sausage grilled to perfection. On the side we cooked peppers and onions. The kids can help wash the veggies and then when platting the food. As you turn the food on the grill ask them if it looks good to them, can they clearly see the grill lines? There is not too much else the kids can do with this one but it gets them away from plain hot dogs and allows them to taste a little flavor. Plus its delicious and perfect for a summer bar-b-q. Cheers and let's cook!
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