Why Grilling Needs More Than Just a Campfire Grate

Introduction

Grilling with just a campfire grate may seem rustic and traditional, but it comes with serious limitations. Standard grill grates are great for burgers and steaks, but what about bacon, eggs, hash browns, or even fried rice? These delicious foods simply fall through the cracks—literally. Sticky sauces drip into the fire, delicate items crumble, and your grilling options become frustratingly limited.

This is where the Arteflame Insert transforms your entire grilling experience. By combining a high-performance grill grate with a precision-engineered flat griddle surface, you open the door to a wider variety of culinary options. Suddenly, your grill can handle everything from sizzling bacon to stir-fried vegetables and even pancakes. It’s like giving your existing grill an entirely new purpose-built upgrade.

Griddle + Grate = Versatility

A traditional campfire grate relies on spaced metal bars to cook food directly over heat. While effective for charred meats, it's far from ideal for delicate or liquid-heavy foods. Enter the Arteflame Insert—engineered with a dual-function design that solves this problem, once and for all.

The secret lies in its combination surface: a central circular grill grate for traditional searing, surrounded by a wide, flat griddle ring ideal for a variety of cooking techniques. Let’s break down the advantages of having both surfaces in one seamless insert:

Foods You Can Now Cook

• Eggs & Omelets: With a flat griddle, you can finally enjoy perfectly cooked breakfast items without fear of dripping into the flames.
• Bacon & Sausages: Kiss goodbye to flare-ups. The solid surface lets grease cook off naturally without causing dangerous flare-ups.
• Hash Browns, Rice & Stir Fry: Smaller food particles no longer fall through the gaps. Get crispy edges and even browning across the griddle’s surface.
• Pancakes & French Toast: Impress your guests with unexpected breakfast or dessert options on what was previously a meat-only grill.
• Cheesy or Saucy Dishes: Melt cheese, cook with sauces, or toast buns without losing half your ingredients in the fire.

Healthier and Cleaner Grilling

Using a griddle eliminates the risk of grease-induced flare-ups, which means fewer carcinogens and a much safer cooking environment. It’s a cleaner process overall—less food waste, fewer drips, and easier cleanup.

And let’s be honest, no one enjoys scrubbing burned bits off grill grates. The flat surface of the griddle is easier to maintain and clean, often with just a scraper and cloth.

Improved Heat Distribution

The steel used in Arteflame Inserts is an excellent heat conductor, keeping steady, high temperatures across the entire cooking surface. This means fewer hot spots, better browning, and more evenly cooked food.

Multi-Zone Cooking Mastery

With a grill-only setup, you’re forced to juggle heat zones manually by shuffling food back and forth. The Arteflame griddle naturally acts as a heat gradient—hotter near the center, and a bit cooler closer to the edges. That zoned cooking offers maximum control, allowing you to sear steaks while gently toasting buns—all on the same surface.

Year-Round Utility

Whether it’s a summer BBQ or a winter tailgate, having a griddle transforms your grill into a full-fledged outdoor kitchen. Imagine sizzling taco fillings, melting cheeses, or warming dishes while camping or entertaining. Arteflame Inserts make it season-proof and event-ready.

Better for Backyard Entertaining

Guests don’t always want a red-meat main course. The Arteflame Insert allows you to cook a broader selection of crowd-pleasers—grilled veggies, quesadillas, smashed potatoes, and more all at once. It encourages communal cooking and interaction, creating a more engaging host experience.

Conclusion

If your grilling experience has been limited by the narrow capabilities of a basic campfire grate, then it’s time to explore the true versatility of an Arteflame Insert. Precision-engineered in the USA from 100% American steel—not brittle cast iron—this heavy-duty addition elevates your existing grill into a multi-functional cooking powerhouse.

Cast iron may be traditional, but it’s prone to cracking, warping, and rust. Arteflame’s solid steel construction avoids all of that, ensuring your insert lasts a lifetime without the risk of breakage. Plus, every Arteflame insert is manufactured under stringent U.S. hygiene and quality standards—giving you peace of mind with every meal cooked.

Make your backyard grill work harder and smarter. Choose Arteflame and reclaim the full potential of open-fire cooking.