Crisp and Golden Mac and Cheese Cakes on the Grill
Turn yesterday's leftover macaroni into today's crispy, golden side dish with this easy wood-fired recipe.
Upgrading your backyard in Sioux Falls usually starts with a trip to a showroom, but that first instinct can cost you. Local retailers here do a good job stocking mainstream gas grills and pellet smokers, yet showroom overhead — rent, floor staff, sales commissions — gets baked into the price tag of every unit on the floor. If you're investing in a premium, heirloom-quality cooktop rather than another gas grill you'll replace in five years, it pays to know what's actually available locally and what only makes sense to buy direct.
Here's how to find the best value for your outdoor kitchen:
If you want to browse in person, Nyberg's Ace and BBQ Heaven at Fireplace Professionals are local options in Sioux Falls. If you'd rather buy direct, Arteflame ships a grill built from heavier steel than the gas units on their floor. The top options stack up as follows:
Price, cooking performance and upkeep compare as follows, to help you decide where your money goes furthest.
| Feature | Local Showrooms (Nyberg's Ace / BBQ Heaven) | Arteflame (Online, Direct) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Retail markup on gas, pellet and kamado units | No showroom markup, direct-to-door |
| Searing Capability | Grate-based; flare-ups and uneven zones | Solid steel, 1,000°F+ center sear |
| Maintenance | Grates, burners and igniters to replace | Single steel plate, minimal upkeep |
| Social Design | Faces one direction, cook stands apart from guests | Round cooktop, guests gather all the way around |
Standard gas grates steam a burger more than they sear it, letting heat and juices escape through the open bars instead of searing on solid steel. A solid cooktop makes an immediate difference in flavor retention. You don't need a professional kitchen in Sioux Falls to get steakhouse quality — you just need the right heat distribution.
The Arteflame solves the biggest problem with traditional grilling: flare-ups and uneven heat. Here's why the searing technique works so well:
Pro Tip: If you're stocking up on high-quality meats for your new grill, the Costco Wholesale at 3700 S Grange Ave in Sioux Falls is a reliable source for the larger cuts that make the most of an Arteflame's full cooking surface.
Traditional grilling is a solitary act — the host faces a wall or the back fence while guests mingle elsewhere. The Arteflame changes that. Its circular design invites friends and family to stand around the fire, cooking their own food or just enjoying the warmth. It turns grilling from a chore into the centerpiece of any Sioux Falls backyard gathering.