An American Story

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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Kingsford® Preserve the Pit

Kingsford remains committed to celebrating Black barbecue culture by launching the second year of Preserve the Pit and doubling the investment in aspiring barbecue professionals.

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American Pride

An American-made company founded over 100 years ago, Kingsford has a lot to be proud of. Our employees have been continuing the family tradition in backyards across the nation.

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How to Cook with a Pellet Grill in 5 Easy Steps

Thought about pellet grilling, but aren’t sure where to start? It’s not complicated — in fact, pellet grills combine the ease and convenience of gas grills and the smoky goodness of charcoal grills. Let’s find out how easy it really is!

What You’ll Need

Fuel and Tools

Fill the Hopper

  • Before pouring in your pellets, make sure the hopper is clear of debris.
  • Next, fill your hopper to the desired level, before starting the grill. Kingsford® Hardwood Pellets deliver excellent performance in all pellet grills, including Traeger or Pit Boss®.
  • We recommend about 1 lb. of pellets per hour for low heat and about 2 lb. per hour for high heat.

Fill the Hopper

Light the Grill

  • Most pellet grills ignite at the press of a button. Check your grill for instructions.

Light the Grill

Set the Temperature

  • Check your recipe for the recommended temperature.
  • We suggest between 225° and 275°F for smoking.
  • For searing, cook with the hottest temperature you can get, which is between 450° and 500°F for most pellet grills.

Set the Temperature

Wait for the Grill to Achieve Desired Temperature

  • Keep the grill lid closed to allow your pellet grill to heat up as quickly as possible.
  • While things heat up, it’s a good time to season your food.
  • If your grill isn’t up to temp after you finish seasoning, simply relax and enjoy the wait.
  • Good things come with patience!

Wait for the Grill to Achieve Desired Temperature

Adjusting and Maintaining the Grill While Cooking

  • Keep the grill closed to capture the full flavor.
  • For more smoke flavor, cook longer at a lower temperature.
  • For less smoke flavor, cook shorter at a higher temperature.
  • If you’re doing a multi-hour cook on your pellet grill, check the hopper occasionally to ensure the pellets are feeding in correctly.
  • Not so complicated — right?

Adjusting and Maintaining the Grill While Cooking