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We will take you through all the in’s and out’s of grilling & smoking with our easy to follow guides and helpful tips. We’ll cover everything from starting your first grill to cleaning and maintenance…(Yes we know the dull side of grilling!)
Offset smokers look intimidating; however, they aren’t the best choice if you are a beginner smoker. Beginners are better off going with electric smokers or propane smokers. Once you can master the art of smoking in either of these smokers, you can graduate to an offset smoker. This most significant challenge with an offset smoker…
Smoked food tastes amazing. You can smoke beef, chicken, fish, and vegetables. There is nothing better than a nice cut of meat with an incredible smoky flavor. If you are new to smoking, it is best to start out with a propane smoker. Propane smokers are great for beginners because they have knobs that make…
When the weather warms up outdoors, many people break out their grills to barbecue. If you want to grill up the best food in the neighborhood, you should consider investing in a smoker grill. Unlike gas grills, smokers give you complete control over the cooking process. When you cook your food in a smoker, you…
Jerky is a very popular snack food. Not only is it nutritious, but it is also low in carbs. Jerky is also a portable snack. You can eat jerky in the car, on your lunch break at work, or as a quick pick-me-up while taking a long hike. There are plenty of types of jerky…
There is nothing better than the taste of smoked meat. Smoked chicken, pork, beef, lamb, and even salmon tastes amazing. If you choose the right cut of meat and the right wood chips, the final product will be amazing. If you want to smoke meat but you don’t own a smoker, you don’t need to…
From one of the toughest muscles on the cow comes tri-tip, a cut of beef that is made up of two different directions of beef fibers. You will find it in a triangular shape, with the right side being much shorter than the left. It is classed as a bottom sirloin sub primal cut. However,…
An outdoor grill is a great investment. When you own a grill, you can cook a variety of different foods and the flavor is amazing. The cost of an outdoor grill varies depending on the size and the features. You can find a good grill for under $200 if you are an occasional griller. If you…
Gas grills are usually built with solid materials and they tend to last longer than charcoal grills but that doesn’t mean you can neglect it completely. Even the best gas grills under $500 will break down if not taken care of. Maintaining your gas grill is easy and it will help prolong its lifespan for…
Anyone who has ever smoked a pork loin knows that it can take several hours to cook it to perfection. If you are smoking a smaller piece of meat, it can take 3 to 5 hours to cook. If you are cooking a very large piece of meat, it can take up to 20 hours. If…
Most people who are new to grilling on a charcoal grill spread the coals evenly and they cook all of their food the same way. After you have a few barbecues under your belt, you can start trying more advanced types of grilling. Quick Navigation Why Use Indirect Grilling?What You Need For Indirect GrillingTwo Zone…
Nothing says summertime like an outside barbecue. When it comes to grilling, different people have different preferences regarding what type of grill they use. Some people prefer a cheap gas grill because they are quick and easy to light. There are other people who prefer a charcoal grill. These people swear by charcoal grills because they…
Sometimes, you do not want to spend hours before your BBQ preparing patties to put on the charcoal grill. Other times, you may want the convenience of grilling frozen burgers. Whether you prepare the burgers yourself and freeze them for later use or buy frozen burgers at the store, the major thing to know when…
Charcoal grills tend to accumulate more gunk, grease, and debris when compared to even small gas grills because of the coal used when grilling. The last thing you want is a thick carbon or ash build-up in your grill grates when you decide to use it. Cleaning charcoal grills also ensure that you get the best flavor…
Nothing signals the arrival of warm weather quite like a hearty barbeque sauce. Whether you’re utilizing an old family recipe or you plan on buying some local sauce from the farmer’s market, there’s nothing better than a homemade sauce for grilling. However, things rarely work out the way we want. In general, seasoned smokers are going…
For many people, nothing tastes better than taking a bite off a juicy, flavorful burger. It’s everybody’s favorite sandwich and it’s an appetizing entree whether you’re grilling in a backyard or cooking up summer barbecues. I for one am a religious hamburger eater, so much so that I grill meats every Saturday to satisfy my…