There's nothing more fun than a summer barbecue, enjoying sunshine with friends and cold beer in hand, a juicy burger and a buttery ear of corn on our plates. We spend afternoons hovered over the grill to see which of our favorite summer staples will come off next — always hungry, perpetually thirsty. The only thing that could possibly stand between us and perfect summer days like these are lackluster grilling skills. Don't be that person — be prepared. Here's what you need to know:
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