Outdoor Cooking
Grill Like a Pro
Nothing says summer like cooking over an open flame. Level up your game with expert advice that will leave you grilling like a pro. With our wide range of quality grills from Traeger, Camp Chef and more, find the perfect fit for your outdoor cooking lifestyle. This summer, enjoy the thrill of the grill like never before.
Pellet Grills Pellet grills are fueled with wood pellets which bring out a delicious wood-fired flavour, making food taste incredible. They cook evenly and can be used for baking, grilling, roasting, braising and smoking.
They are fueled by wood pellets, which brings out a delicious wood-fired flavour, making food taste incredible.
Cabela’s, Camp Chef and Traeger grills are tech-savvy with several features that make them easy to use.
Tip: Season your pellet grill to burn off any residual oils from the manufacturing process.
Pit Grills Pit grills are the OGs of outdoor cooking making every day an adventure.
Fire pit grills are fueled by wood. You can also add charcoal to intensify the flavour of your food.
Pit grills can be used to smoke and grill. As versatile as pit grills are, they can be tough to clean.
Tip: Use hot, soapy water to loosen grease and grime.
Smokers Enter the realm of intense flavour with Bradley, Camp Chef and Masterbuilt Smokers. Smokers cook food at low temperatures, enhancing the smoky flavour.
Smokers can be used to grill and smoke. They use wood chips and chunks to infuse flavour into the food. With their easy customization and settings, they are simple to use.
Tip: When cleaning, don’t use water to wash the firebox as the ash will turn to mud making it difficult to clean.
Charcoal Grills Charcoal grills are popular among smoke aficionados. If you are a fan of the char-grill flavour, then the Char-Broil or Dyna-Glo grills should be your go-to.
Charcoal grills heat well and are extremely time efficient. They bring out the grillmaster in you.
Tip: It is not recommended to use lighter fluid for igniting.
Portable Grills Portable grills are perfect for every outdoor adventure or tailgate celebration.
Traeger and Cabela’s portable grills are either wood pellets or propane-fuelled.
They are simple to handle. Portable grills are smaller than regular grills and perfect for grilling on the go.
Tip: Always preheat your grill with the lid closed for 10-15 minutes.
Outdoor Griddles Outdoor griddles are one of the world's oldest cooking implements that are still popular among many grill-masters. Cabela’s® griddles are versatile with ceramic-coated thick cooking surfaces that can cook everything from delicious breakfast to burgers and pizzas. With temperature control, griddles retain moisture and emit less smoke resulting in tender, juicy and flavourful food.
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All you need to know about cast iron cookware
Cast iron is beloved in the culinary universe for its versatility. You can bake delectable pies, sear vegetables, grill juicy steaks, or fry eggs and bacon. Cabela’s, Lodge, and Camp Chef cast iron cookware make perfect companions for your outdoor grill, kitchen cooktop stove or open campfire.
Busting Myths about Cast Iron Cookware
You cannot use metal utensils on your cast iron cookware. Fact: Cast iron is the most durable cookware that welcomes all kinds of utensils: Wooden, metal, and silicon.
You cannot cook alkaline or acidic food on your cast iron cookware. Fact: It is totally fine when cooked in small quantities. However, prolonged exposure to alkaline or acidic foods on your cast iron can affect your seasoning.
You have to throw away your cast iron cookware if it is rusted. Fact: This is a big no! Your cast iron is more durable than you think. Simply scrub the rust away and follow our 3 easy steps to fix a rusted cast iron below.
Your cast iron cookware cannot be used on induction cooktops. Fact: Your cast iron can go anywhere except the microwave. Make sure your stove has a bridge element to avoid uneven heat distribution.
What Causes Rust?
When your cast iron is exposed to moisture for a long period – whether you’re soaking it in your sink or air drying it, there is a chance for your cookware to become rusty.
Easy 3-Step Fix For Your Rusted Cast Iron
Step 1: Using a cast iron scrubber, scour the surface with warm soapy water. Since there will be a need to re-season the cast iron, use the soap, rinse and hand dry it thoroughly.
Step 2: After drying, season your cast iron by applying a thin layer of oil – on the inside and the outside.
Step 3: Place your cast iron cookware upside down on the top rack of your oven and place an aluminum foil on the bottom rack to catch the excess oil from the cookware. Lodge Cast Iron suggests baking it at 450–500°F for an hour.
Allow it to cool and repeat the process of baking if necessary to achieve the classic black patina.