Cedar Grilling Planks—about $1 each
You can spend around $15 for a pair of cedar planks made specifically for grilling, or you can head to the lumber department for an untreated 12′ cedar board. Have the employee cut the board into 12- or 15-in. lengths and you end up with 10-12 planks for about $11. That’s a savings of 85%—and a whole lotta cedar planked salmon for years to come!
New to plank grilling? This beginner’s guide will help get you started.
Plastic Funnels—$1 to $2 each
No need to hit the kitchen supply store for overpriced funnel sets with pieces that you don’t need. Just grab a funnel a la carte from the hardware store. These may not collapse like pricier silicone funnels made specifically for the kitchen, but they cost only a fourth or a fifth as much. The hole in the handle means you can hang the funnel out of the way. Plus: 10 high-tech grilling tools you absolutely need this season.
Parchment paper makes a quick funnel for dry ingredients. Here are 9 other uses.
