(ARA) - This summer, dads everywhere will be manning backyard barbeque grills. Those who have just your basic grill will most likely stick to what they know -- flipping steaks, brats and burgers.

But this year, you can help make dad's dream of creating professional chef quality results come true by letting him in on the 'secret' to professional grilling -- infrared technology.

Char-Broil has just rolled out its new Char-Broil TEC Series, a professional-grade grill featuring the same infrared cooking technology used in upscale steakhouses. The price? Less than $1,000 for a grill comparable to those with price points in the $4,000 to $5,000 (and above) range.

"This is the first commercial-grade infrared grill to come on the market at consumer-friendly prices," said Char-Broil vice president Rob Schwing. "We expect them to be extremely popular among quality-conscious backyard chefs with very high standards -- and an eye on the pocketbook."

With more homeowners adding "outdoor kitchens" to their property, the TEC grill comes at a time when people are looking for both affordability and quality -- with a little high-tech thrown in.

Using a patented infrared cooking system, the Char-Broil TEC grill can cook at temperatures up to 900 degrees F -- replicating the even, radiant heat of charcoal. An open-flame system on the same cooking surface allows cooks the option to grill using a traditional gas or propane method. A flush-mount infrared rotisserie burner and side burner add to the grill's versatility.

Here's a tasty recipe you may want to include with your gift to get dad started:

Chipotle-Rubbed Ribeye Steak with Gorgonzola Toasts
* Recipe courtesy of Chef Marvin Woods (Makes 6 Servings)

Ingredients:
6 1-inch-thick Ribeye Steaks (about 1 pound each)
1 tablespoons Hungarian sweet paprika
2 teaspoons crushed chipotle chile pepper
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 cloves fresh garlic
1/2 bunch fresh flat parsley
salt and pepper to taste
3 loaves ciabatta bread, halved horizontally, each half cut crosswise
Extra Virgin Olive oil
2 cups creamy Gorgonzola cheese

Directions:
1. Light Char-Broil TEC Series Grill and maintain medium-high heat.

2. Place paprika and chipotle, garlic and chopped parsley in a bowl. Rub mixture on the steak, reserving 1 teaspoon of rub.

3. Sprinkle steaks generously with salt and pepper. Grill steaks to desired doneness (allowing 5 to 7 minutes for resting the steaks).

These can be seared on the infrared side at a high heat or grilled slowly on the open flame side.

4. Brush cut sides of bread with olive oil. Grill, cut side down, until slightly charred, about one minute. Spread gorgonzola onto grilled side of each bread slice. Sprinkle cheese with ground black pepper and reserved spice mixture. Return bread to grill, cheese side up. Grill until cheese begins to melt and bottom of bread is slightly charred, about 1 minute. Place bread on the plate. Remove steaks and slice on a byass. Place on the bread

You can find Char-Broil TEC Series grills exclusively at Lowe's. For more information and recipes visit www.charbroil.com/tec .