Summer grilling is easy. All you have to do is whip out the grill and throw on a few pieces of meat. Ok, maybe I simplified the process too much. But grilling isn’t something that’s too difficult. Even if you are not the best cook, here are three easy summer grilling trips to try during your next cook out.

Cleaning tips: if you have a grill that needs to be cleaned, preheat it first. The heat will kill the bacteria and make it easier to get rid of any grime.

Chicken tips: cook chicken with indirect heat to get a nice and slow cook. Also go with thighs instead of breasts for a fuller, juicier flavor. Breast will dry out quicker.

Beef tips: most pieces of beef should be cooked with high heat. Beef should be kept juicy, and cooking with medium to low heat will only dry the meat out.