Old vs New

[Jason in CA]

Outdoor cooking has come a long way since the dawn of fire. Remote thermometers and cooking temperature graph apps are becoming common. But I have a couple of tools in my arsenal that I don't think have been improved on. For example cast iron skillets and griddles.

What is your favorite old tool, and what are your favorite new innovations?

 

[Jamie Purviance]

Every single time. That's how often I use a pair a tongs when I'm cooking outside. The tips of the tongs feel almost like fingertips to me. So that my favorite old-school tool. In the new-school arena, I appreciate the instant-read digital thermometers available now. Many years ago, thermometers were notoriously inaccurate and didn't trust them. But man, some of the new ones are really well made and very accurate. I use an iGrill that allows me leave a probe in the food and walk away. I can constantly monitor the internal temperature on my phone. That's pretty amazing and often really helpful.