Muffin tin hack transforms grilling: No more spillage or mess

Are you planning a barbecue with your loved ones? Be sure to use my proven trick to prepare an indispensable gadget to make the time spent outdoors more accessible and enjoyable. How? Let me explain.

Although barbecue mainly brings to mind a hot grill and the food we can cook on it, it's also worth remembering all kinds of side dishes and snacks. After all, such gatherings can't go without favourite sauces, fruits and vegetables, and salty snacks.

But what can you do to keep these items from constantly tipping over on the table? Or make sure every guest has quick and easy access to them? It turns out the solution is quite simple. Everything you need is already in your kitchen, so there is no need for extra shopping or spending unnecessary money.

For several years, I've been using a trick that has never failed me. Moreover, all my guests are delighted with it. And I'm not surprised because the brilliant solution of using a muffin tin simplifies everything.

Although a muffin tin may not seem related to a grill at first, trust me, it's worth taking a closer look at this combination. The small compartments, which are usually used for cupcakes, work great for storing all kinds of side dishes and snacks for the grill.

Once filled with tasty bites, the kitchen gadget becomes an à la platter where everyone can find something for themselves. Moreover, it's a stable structure, so you can be sure nothing will tip over and spill on the table. Therefore, you can avoid unnecessary mishaps or extra cleaning. Such a platter is best placed centrally in the middle of the table so everyone can easily access it at any time.

You already know how an unassuming muffin tin can make communal grilling easier. Now, it's time to get down to specifics. How do you prepare such a tin?

And here's where my second tip comes in handy. Before filling the tin with selected sides, I always line it with paper cupcake liners. Why do I do this? With this solution, I don't have to spend long cleaning and scrubbing the tin of food residue after the party. It doesn't get any more straightforward and accessible than this.

Once the tin is filled to the brim with cupcake liners, the next step is to place your favourite sides in each compartment. The more variety, the better because you can 100% guarantee that every barbecue participant will be satisfied. Before we say goodbye, let me know what you think of today's tip. Will you use it soon?