• They are easier to keep free of encroaching grass than ground-level beds.
• Elevated soil warms earlier in spring and drains more quickly after a rain.
• Soil doesn’t become compacted because you don’t step on the growing area.
• Raised beds offer easier access for planting, thinning, weeding, and harvest.

This bed can be constructed of leftover lumber of almost any dimension, so long as the wood is untreated. Hold the planks on edge with short lengths of rebar pounded into the ground every 2 or 3 feet.

To build a 4-foot by 8-foot bed, you’ll need two 2-by-12 planks 8 feet long, two 2-by-12 planks 4 feet long, and 12 pieces of rebar, each 24 inches long.

Learn More: Check out our step-by-step guide to building a raised bed from lumber planks.

Down and Dizzy Shepherd’s Pie

2 pounds russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes

¾ cup milk

6 tbsp butter

½ tsp salt

¼ tsp pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

2 medium onions, chopped

3 medium carrots, chopped

4 tbsp Dizzy Gourmet® Down and Dizzy™ Seasoning

1 pound ground beef or lamb

1 pound ground sage sausage

4 tbsp tomato paste

2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

2 cups beef broth

¾ cup frozen peas

Instructions

Set EGG for direct cooking at 350°F/177°C.

Add Dutch oven to the cooking grid. Place potatoes in Dutch oven and cover with water by 2 inches. Bring to a boil and cook 16 to 18 minutes or until tender. Drain potatoes, set aside in a large bowl. In the Dutch oven, heat milk, butter, salt, pepper; stir until butter is melted. Pour milk mixture into the bowl with potatoes; mash until smooth. Set aside.

Return clean Dutch oven on the cooking grid and add olive oil; heat until almost smoking. Add onions and carrots and cook 8 to 10 minutes until vegetables are softened but not browned, stirring occasionally. Add meat and Down and Dizzy™ Seasoning and cook until no longer pink. Add tomato paste and Worcestershire sauce; cook 1 minute. Stir in broth; bring to a boil and cook 7 to 8 minutes or until nearly evaporated. Stir in peas; transfer mixture to a Deep Dish Baking Stone or 2 quart baking dish.

Add convEGGtor to the EGG and stabilize at 350°F/177°C. Spread mashed potatoes in even layer over mixture; sprinkle with additional Dizzy Gourmet® Down and Dizzy™ Seasoning. Bake about 35 minutes or until filling is hot and bubbly and potatoes begin to brown.

Serve warm.

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Chimichurri is zesty and filled with fresh herbs, which complements smoky grilled tri-tip beautifully. The pairing of smoky grilled steak and fresh herb sauce is still one of our favorite entrees. Although you could marinate the meat for more flavor, I think it tastes great with just a liberal sprinkling of salt and ground pepper. It's a rustic dish that's perfect for enjoying in the open air. To get this recipe, click here.

What you'll need from Goodwood Hardware for this recipe:

• Big Green Egg
• I-Grill 2 Thermometer with Bluetooth
• Bubba Blade 6" Chubby Knife

Next time you're craving Mexican flavors, turn to your barbecue for some veggie tacos with grilled guacamole. This recipe, which is packed with fresh produce, calls for bell peppers, zucchini, squash, corn, and eggplant, but feel free to use your favorites, or anything that's on hand at the moment. To get the recipe, click here.

What you'll need from Goodwood Hardware for this recipe:

• Weber Grill
• Small White Prep & Serve
• Lodge Logic Large Jumbo Chef Platter

These grilled clams are simply filled with basil breadcrumbs, making them a perfect outdoor recipe for the end of Spring. If you want to serve them to a crowd, We recommend combining the breadcrumb stuffing ingredients ahead of time, then after you've put the clams on the grill, toss the opened ones with the mixture and serve piping hot. What are you waiting for?! Get the recipe now.

What you'll need from Goodwood Hardware for this recipe:

• Weber Q1400 Electric Grill: 
• Grill Light Tongs
• LSU Artisian Paddle

Escape the Cold with Winter Grilling: 5 Tips for Successful Grilling in Chilly Weather

Even though Punxsutawney Phil predicted Spring will be here in a few short weeks - right now it’s still feeling like Winter. As we face the cold weather, Goodwood Hardware knows one way to keep our spirits thinking of Spring - Clearing off the grill! Just because it’s chilly out doesn’t mean grilling time is over. Grilling is a year-round event and here at Goodwood Hardware, we love the ritual and excitement of bundling up and then firing up.

The latest Weber GrillWatch™ survey reveals that plenty of people share my same passion for winter grilling. More than half of American grill owners grill all year round and a whopping 37 percent keep on grilling when the temperature dips below freezing. Therefore, we thought it would be appropriate to share my top five tips for successful winter grilling.

Pave the Way

Make sure you clear a path to your grill and remove all snow and ice before ignition—the weather alone will lower the temperatures inside the grill, so any additional snow will just add to this problem. Also, make sure there is ample room around the grill for you to move freely and give your grill enough time to pre-heat. In below freezing temperatures, the pre-heating process could take up to twice the time, so plan accordingly.

Cold Temps = More Heat

Charcoal lovers should always be prepared with extra briquettes in cold weather. Grilling time may need to be extended or the grill may need a little extra fuel to reach the right temperature, so add briquettes when necessary. Gas grillers have it a little easier, but just remember to position the grill at a 90 degree to the wind. This will help control the temperature inside the grill even throughout gusty cooking hours.

Patience Pays Off

Through freezing temperatures and high winds, your Weber grill still knows how to get the job done, so be patient even if it’s taking a little longer in cold weather. Winter temperatures aside, it’s always a good idea to use a meat thermometer to make sure you food is grilled properly and to perfection.

Never Grill Inside

No matter the weather—snow, rain, sleet, wind—never grill inside your garage or under an overhang. Grilling safely is always the best policy, so be sure your grill is at least five feet away from all combustible materials and in a well ventilated area.

Grill With the Lid Closed

Remember to grill with the lid closed. Grilling when the temperature is below freezing will lead to longer cooking times and the more you open the lid, the longer your food will take.

Bundle Up!

Make sure you’re decked out in all your best cold-weather clothing. I know your grill may be warm, but bundle up, and remember to avoid any scarfs, tassels or other clothing items that could come in contact with the grill during use! Your hands, feet, ears, and face will thank you later.

Goodwood Hardware carries the Weber Smokey Mountain Smoker 14”, 18” and 22”. The Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker Smoker slow cooks roasts, turkeys, hams, and whole fish. Features include a porcelain-enameled bowl, lid and water pan with a large cooking area, a new lid thermometer, four no-rust aluminum vents, two plated-steel cooking grates and a no-rust aluminum fuel door. Additional features include:

• Porcelain-enameled bowl and lid
• Two plated steel cooking grates
• Steel charcoal grate
• Porcelain-enameled water pan and charcoal chamber
• Total cooking area (square inches): 286
• Built-in lid thermometer
• Rust-resistant aluminum fuel door
• Premium-grade cover included
• Owner’s guide
• Limited warranty
• Silicone Temperature Grommet