First Weber Day of 2006

This evening is the first time I've used the Webber kettle grill since Thanksgiving. I lifted the lid and found this:

Five-month science experiment

What upsets is this is one my grandmother's 75-year old cake pans. I like to use the long pans (I have two) as drip pans because they fit snuggly between the coals when I'm cooking indirectly. But they're heartly pans. I'm certain I'll be able to clean it just like new.

In case you're interested, tri-tip is on the menu ....