Vegetables can provide very delectable flavorings to your barbecued meals. In fact, one of the best ways to add flavor "through the air around the meat" is via cooked vegetables. For instance, you can take an onion, chop it coarsely, then lightly coat with olive oil and wrap it in aluminum foil. Finally place it near or on the fire so that the onions begin to cook slowly – within a few minutes, the exhaust from your grill will smell heavenly – and you can only imagine how wonderful the meat will taste.

Just before the onions are all burned up, remove them so you can enjoy snacking on them while the meat finishes cooking. You might even want to experiment and season the onions prior to placing them in your grill. Just remember, they need to be down by the fire where they can cook and release their aroma. You can enjoy similar, wonderful results with garlic, bell peppers or anything else you might think of – experiment, mix and match – and just have fun. You’ll be amazed at how delightfully vegetables can add to your barbecuing experience.