Barbecues & Grilling: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Buy a Gas Grill
Before you run of to the hardware store to buy a new gas grill you should know that there are a lot more products out there than you'll find in one store. I've broken down the best gas grills on the market by price so you can find the perfect grill for you.
Before you run of to the hardware store to buy a new gas grill you should know that there are a lot more products out there than you'll find in one store. I've broken down the best gas grills on the market by price so you can find the perfect grill for you.
Gas Grills under \$500
The 10 ten gas grills under $500 on the market this year. If you are looking to purchase a new grill for no more than $500 (based on manufacturer's suggested retail price) then these are the one you should be looking at.
The 10 ten gas grills under $500 on the market this year. If you are looking to purchase a new grill for no more than $500 (based on manufacturer's suggested retail price) then these are the one you should be looking at.
Gas Grills between \$500...
The top ten gas grills between the prices of $500 and $1,500. If you are looking for a grill in this price range then these are the gas grills you really should be looking at. While this price range is considered to be the mid-range for gas grills you shouldn't expect to get everything even at these prices. Good quality stainless steel is very expensive and many grills in this price range can't afford it. Amongst these grills are a variety of features so look for the grill that fits your needs.
The top ten gas grills between the prices of $500 and $1,500. If you are looking for a grill in this price range then these are the gas grills you really should be looking at. While this price range is considered to be the mid-range for gas grills you shouldn't expect to get everything even at these prices. Good quality stainless steel is very expensive and many grills in this price range can't afford it. Amongst these grills are a variety of features so look for the grill that fits your needs.
Barbecue Ribs on the Grill
Learn how to make real barbecue ribs on a charcoal or gas grill. You don't need a smoker to make great smoked ribs, but you'll need to be extra careful to get them right. The whole secret is temperature control so take some time and practice.
Learn how to make real barbecue ribs on a charcoal or gas grill. You don't need a smoker to make great smoked ribs, but you'll need to be extra careful to get them right. The whole secret is temperature control so take some time and practice.
Kansas City Rib Rub
In Kansas City they know ribs. This is the barbecue rub recipe for traditional Kansas City-style ribs. Finish them off with a good barbecue sauce and you'll have a fantastic meal.
In Kansas City they know ribs. This is the barbecue rub recipe for traditional Kansas City-style ribs. Finish them off with a good barbecue sauce and you'll have a fantastic meal.
Pulled Pork: The Meat
Smoked low and slow turns a bad hunk of pork into a delicacy. Find out how to cook up the meat for a perfect sandwich.
Smoked low and slow turns a bad hunk of pork into a delicacy. Find out how to cook up the meat for a perfect sandwich.
Top 10 Charcoal Grills
There are a lot of different kinds of charcoal grills that offer many different features. I've picked the best charcoal grills from the simple kettle grill to large full functional charcoal grills that can cost well over $2,000. Pick the grill that is right for you and right for your pocket book. These grills represent the diversity of charcoal grills on the market whether you are looking for one that can smoke, one that can grill like no ones business or just let you cook up a simple meal.
There are a lot of different kinds of charcoal grills that offer many different features. I've picked the best charcoal grills from the simple kettle grill to large full functional charcoal grills that can cost well over $2,000. Pick the grill that is right for you and right for your pocket book. These grills represent the diversity of charcoal grills on the market whether you are looking for one that can smoke, one that can grill like no ones business or just let you cook up a simple meal.
Fish: Grilling
Fish, more than most foods really benefits from the hot and fast cooking of the grill. The secret is to let the grill do the work and not to touch the fish any more than you have to. Fish benefits from flavors, but doesn't need long marinating times so grilled fish is a great, quick meal.
Fish, more than most foods really benefits from the hot and fast cooking of the grill. The secret is to let the grill do the work and not to touch the fish any more than you have to. Fish benefits from flavors, but doesn't need long marinating times so grilled fish is a great, quick meal.
Memphis Style Rib Rub
In Memphis, ribs are traditionally served up dry. This doesn't mean that the meat is tough and dried out, there just isn't a barbecue sauce. This traditional Memphis barbecue rub recipe is the base of a great rack of pork ribs.
In Memphis, ribs are traditionally served up dry. This doesn't mean that the meat is tough and dried out, there just isn't a barbecue sauce. This traditional Memphis barbecue rub recipe is the base of a great rack of pork ribs.
Beer in the Butt Chicken
It's more than just a interesting name for a recipe. Once you've tried Beer Can Chicken you'll never go back, so pop open your beer can and grab a whole chicken.
It's more than just a interesting name for a recipe. Once you've tried Beer Can Chicken you'll never go back, so pop open your beer can and grab a whole chicken.
Top 10 Rub Recipes
These have consistently been the most popular BBQ rub recipes on my site. They pretty much cover everything and are good enough to make ahead in large batches and store in your cupboard. So, take a look through these great rub recipes and find a few to your liking. I promise that you won't be disappointed.
These have consistently been the most popular BBQ rub recipes on my site. They pretty much cover everything and are good enough to make ahead in large batches and store in your cupboard. So, take a look through these great rub recipes and find a few to your liking. I promise that you won't be disappointed.
Rib Rub
Great, flavorful ribs need that extra flavor from a good spice rub to give them that barbecue rib flavor. In some places all barbecue ribs get is a spice rub and then a long bath in warm smoke. The combination of the rib rub and the smoke are what makes great ribs.
Great, flavorful ribs need that extra flavor from a good spice rub to give them that barbecue rib flavor. In some places all barbecue ribs get is a spice rub and then a long bath in warm smoke. The combination of the rib rub and the smoke are what makes great ribs.
About Pulled Pork
Carolina Style pulled pork is the origin of modern barbecue. Find out how to have your own southern style "pig pickin". You will need to learn about the meat, the smoke, the sauce and then the sandwich to make this great southern barbecue.
Carolina Style pulled pork is the origin of modern barbecue. Find out how to have your own southern style "pig pickin". You will need to learn about the meat, the smoke, the sauce and then the sandwich to make this great southern barbecue.
Steak: Grilling Perfection
Step by step instructions for grilling the perfect steak. There is an art to the perfect steak and you'll need practice and the right process to achieve it.
Step by step instructions for grilling the perfect steak. There is an art to the perfect steak and you'll need practice and the right process to achieve it.
Memphis Style Ribs
Add the Memphis flavor to your smoked ribs with a few simple spices and learn the tradition of Memphis Barbecue. These are dry ribs, served without sauce, but you don't need it.
Add the Memphis flavor to your smoked ribs with a few simple spices and learn the tradition of Memphis Barbecue. These are dry ribs, served without sauce, but you don't need it.
Pork Ribs
Traditional barbecue at its best. Pork ribs smoked low and slow will change the way you look at food and eating forever. There are few things in life better than this.
Traditional barbecue at its best. Pork ribs smoked low and slow will change the way you look at food and eating forever. There are few things in life better than this.
The Great American Cookout
Celebrate summer outside by throwing the ultimate cookout. Get great ideas, recipes and information about entertaining in the backyard.
Celebrate summer outside by throwing the ultimate cookout. Get great ideas, recipes and information about entertaining in the backyard.
Texas Style Smoked Brisket
This traditional Texas-style Beef Brisket recipe will produce a great piece of smoked meat. This basic recipe gives you all you need to know to smoke a brisket. From here you can learn to take your brisket to a whole new level.
This traditional Texas-style Beef Brisket recipe will produce a great piece of smoked meat. This basic recipe gives you all you need to know to smoke a brisket. From here you can learn to take your brisket to a whole new level.
Hamburger Recipes
Since the first fast food joint started turning out hamburgers for the smallest possible price this, greatest of sandwiches has taken it on the chin. We are obligated to turn up our noses at these lifeless, greasy disks and instead seek out the freshest ingredients, the best meats and make our own, greatest hamburgers. These ten burger recipes are consistently the top of the list on my site here. Consider them a guide to building your own perfect hamburger.
Since the first fast food joint started turning out hamburgers for the smallest possible price this, greatest of sandwiches has taken it on the chin. We are obligated to turn up our noses at these lifeless, greasy disks and instead seek out the freshest ingredients, the best meats and make our own, greatest hamburgers. These ten burger recipes are consistently the top of the list on my site here. Consider them a guide to building your own perfect hamburger.
Smoking Brisket
Without smoke a brisket is just a tough beef roast. Low and slow with a good dose of smoke makes it barbecue. Learn how to add the right kind and amount of smoke to make a great barbecue brisket.
Without smoke a brisket is just a tough beef roast. Low and slow with a good dose of smoke makes it barbecue. Learn how to add the right kind and amount of smoke to make a great barbecue brisket.
Basic Pork Rub
This classic pork rub is perfect for smoked pork roasts. This rub recipe is a particular favorite for pulled pork.
This classic pork rub is perfect for smoked pork roasts. This rub recipe is a particular favorite for pulled pork.
Pulled Pork: The Smoke
It's the smoke that is the real secret behind true North Carolina Barbecue. Learn how to add the right amount of the right kind of smoke to get that authentic Southern Pulled Pork flavor.
It's the smoke that is the real secret behind true North Carolina Barbecue. Learn how to add the right amount of the right kind of smoke to get that authentic Southern Pulled Pork flavor.
Rotisserie Chicken
Rotisserie Chicken Recipes and Information: Tender and Juicy, This bird makes a fantastic meal. Learn how and why you should give your grilled chicken a spin.
Rotisserie Chicken Recipes and Information: Tender and Juicy, This bird makes a fantastic meal. Learn how and why you should give your grilled chicken a spin.
Portable Grills
The 10 best portable grills to take on the road whether it's a trip to the beach, a picnic or camping. These grills offer a wide variety of options from gas to charcoal with many great features. If you are in the market for a grill you can pack away until you need it, these are the units you should be looking at.
The 10 best portable grills to take on the road whether it's a trip to the beach, a picnic or camping. These grills offer a wide variety of options from gas to charcoal with many great features. If you are in the market for a grill you can pack away until you need it, these are the units you should be looking at.
A Carolina BBQ Rub
Chuck Ozburn sent me this fantastic, classic-style Carolina barbecue rub recipe. Try this rub next time you want to make a traditional Carolina Pulled Pork.
Chuck Ozburn sent me this fantastic, classic-style Carolina barbecue rub recipe. Try this rub next time you want to make a traditional Carolina Pulled Pork.
Vegetable Grilling Guide
Grill your vegetables. Grilling vegetables is easy and adds so much to the flavor that even your kids will like them.
Grill your vegetables. Grilling vegetables is easy and adds so much to the flavor that even your kids will like them.
Top 10 Smokers under \$400
The ten best smokers under $400 for making true, low and slow barbecue. These smokers offer a wide variety of options from electric to charcoal with many great features. If you are in the market for a smoker these are the units you should be looking at. This list includes smokers that run off of a variety of fuels and offer everything from true pit master smoking to the best "lazy-Q" smokers around.
The ten best smokers under $400 for making true, low and slow barbecue. These smokers offer a wide variety of options from electric to charcoal with many great features. If you are in the market for a smoker these are the units you should be looking at. This list includes smokers that run off of a variety of fuels and offer everything from true pit master smoking to the best "lazy-Q" smokers around.
Best Odds Ribs
There are a lot of variations in barbecue pork ribs, but a few general rules will help you make the best ribs you can regardless of the kind of smoker you are using. Once you have mastered these steps you'll be ready to strike out on your own and move on to competition Barbecue Ribs.
There are a lot of variations in barbecue pork ribs, but a few general rules will help you make the best ribs you can regardless of the kind of smoker you are using. Once you have mastered these steps you'll be ready to strike out on your own and move on to competition Barbecue Ribs.
Kansas City Baby Back Ribs
Get that authentic taste from the town that made ribs famous. Tender, saucy baby back ribs that will have you licking your fingers and getting ready to make more.
Get that authentic taste from the town that made ribs famous. Tender, saucy baby back ribs that will have you licking your fingers and getting ready to make more.
About Brisket
Brisket, the great American beef barbecue. Trace its origins from Texas to the modern method of low and slow cooking that makes Brisket a great meal.
Brisket, the great American beef barbecue. Trace its origins from Texas to the modern method of low and slow cooking that makes Brisket a great meal.
Smoking Chicken - Real Barb...
Smoking chicken produces the most tender and flavorful chicken you will ever eat. The low and slow process leaves the moisture behind while adding smoke flavor and whatever you add to the mix.
Smoking chicken produces the most tender and flavorful chicken you will ever eat. The low and slow process leaves the moisture behind while adding smoke flavor and whatever you add to the mix.
Best Odds Rib Rub
This rub is your "best odds" for smoking great set of ribs. This savory rub will add a lot of flavor without detracting from the natural flavor of the meat. This is a mild rub that won't overpower your ribs and is also a great starter rub. Increase the sweetness, saltiness, or the heat to your liking.
This rub is your "best odds" for smoking great set of ribs. This savory rub will add a lot of flavor without detracting from the natural flavor of the meat. This is a mild rub that won't overpower your ribs and is also a great starter rub. Increase the sweetness, saltiness, or the heat to your liking.
Pork Chops
Pork Chops have been dished up, dry and tough for many years. This is because they get pan fried, baked or broiled to death. Today's pork products are not like those of years ago. You can actually have a pork chop cooked medium and not have any trouble. So marinate your chops, put them on the grill and take them off just as the last of the pink middle is disappearing. Oh, and let them sit for 5 minutes before you start eating.
Pork Chops have been dished up, dry and tough for many years. This is because they get pan fried, baked or broiled to death. Today's pork products are not like those of years ago. You can actually have a pork chop cooked medium and not have any trouble. So marinate your chops, put them on the grill and take them off just as the last of the pink middle is disappearing. Oh, and let them sit for 5 minutes before you start eating.
Best Odds Brisket Rub
This traditional brisket rub is most commonly used Texas. Though simple to make, this rub contains what you need to make a delicious smoked barbecue brisket.
This traditional brisket rub is most commonly used Texas. Though simple to make, this rub contains what you need to make a delicious smoked barbecue brisket.
Hamburgers: The Patty
A great hamburger starts with a great patty. Learn to do more than flatten ground beef for your hamburgers. A great burger has to start with fresh meat and a great combination of flavors.
A great hamburger starts with a great patty. Learn to do more than flatten ground beef for your hamburgers. A great burger has to start with fresh meat and a great combination of flavors.
Brisket: Preparation
Getting the brisket ready for the smoke is sometimes the most important part. Start with a good brisket, treat it gently and you'll be on your way to the best smoked brisket.
Getting the brisket ready for the smoke is sometimes the most important part. Start with a good brisket, treat it gently and you'll be on your way to the best smoked brisket.
Top 10 Smokers over \$400
The ten best smokers over $400 for making true, low and slow barbecue. These smokers offer a wide variety of options from electric to charcoal with many great features. If you are serious about smoking, these are the units you should be looking at. This list includes smokers that run off of a variety of fuels and offer everything from true pit master smoking to the best "lazy-Q" smokers around. Updated for 2008
The ten best smokers over $400 for making true, low and slow barbecue. These smokers offer a wide variety of options from electric to charcoal with many great features. If you are serious about smoking, these are the units you should be looking at. This list includes smokers that run off of a variety of fuels and offer everything from true pit master smoking to the best "lazy-Q" smokers around. Updated for 2008
Beef Tri-Tip
Beef’s best kept secret is this relatively inexpensive, yet tender and taste steak cut from the bottom half of the sirloin. You may have to search for this cut, but it is definately worth the work. Try marinating then give them a quick sear before finishing them off on a low temperature. Tender and tasty.
Beef’s best kept secret is this relatively inexpensive, yet tender and taste steak cut from the bottom half of the sirloin. You may have to search for this cut, but it is definately worth the work. Try marinating then give them a quick sear before finishing them off on a low temperature. Tender and tasty.
Building a BBQ
Plans and ideas for building everything from a basic fire pit to a full backyard kitchen. Grills, smokers and barbecues that fit your needs because you design them yourself.
Plans and ideas for building everything from a basic fire pit to a full backyard kitchen. Grills, smokers and barbecues that fit your needs because you design them yourself.
Grilling Corn
Corn on the cob is the most popular vegetable to find its way onto the grill. The grill, whether charcoal or gas is a great way to cook corn on the cob and you don’t have to heat gallons of water to do it. The secret is to let the husks protect the corn from the intense heat.
Corn on the cob is the most popular vegetable to find its way onto the grill. The grill, whether charcoal or gas is a great way to cook corn on the cob and you don’t have to heat gallons of water to do it. The secret is to let the husks protect the corn from the intense heat.
Smoking 101
Learn the basics of Smoking, the key to true Barbecue. Real barbecue requires three things, low, slow and smoke. Learn how to put these together to make great traditional barbecue no matter what kind of smoker you have.
Learn the basics of Smoking, the key to true Barbecue. Real barbecue requires three things, low, slow and smoke. Learn how to put these together to make great traditional barbecue no matter what kind of smoker you have.
Making Beer Can Chicken
Beer can chicken, also know as beer in the butt chicken, is a great method for roasting a whole chicken on the grill, in a smoker or even in your oven without the chicken drying out. Basically the method requires a can of beer and a chicken. Open the beer, drink half of it, set it on an even cooking surface and then set the chicken over the can so it looks like the chicken is sitting down. The can should be inside the chicken now. Cook until done and you are ready to eat a great chicken.
Beer can chicken, also know as beer in the butt chicken, is a great method for roasting a whole chicken on the grill, in a smoker or even in your oven without the chicken drying out. Basically the method requires a can of beer and a chicken. Open the beer, drink half of it, set it on an even cooking surface and then set the chicken over the can so it looks like the chicken is sitting down. The can should be inside the chicken now. Cook until done and you are ready to eat a great chicken.
BBQ Beef Ribs
This is an easy way to prepare delicious, sticky beef ribs on your grill. Remember that the secret to indirect grilling is to make sure that the food doesn't get any direct heat at all. You will need to rotate the ribs occasionally to evenly cook them.
This is an easy way to prepare delicious, sticky beef ribs on your grill. Remember that the secret to indirect grilling is to make sure that the food doesn't get any direct heat at all. You will need to rotate the ribs occasionally to evenly cook them.
Pulled Pork: The Sauce
The fight over the right sauce is as old as the first barbecue. Find the right sauce for you and you can't go wrong. The traditional barbecue sauce of Pulled Pork is a thin vinegar sauce that is mixed right in with the meat.
The fight over the right sauce is as old as the first barbecue. Find the right sauce for you and you can't go wrong. The traditional barbecue sauce of Pulled Pork is a thin vinegar sauce that is mixed right in with the meat.
Grilling Chicken Breasts
The secret to a flavorful and moist chicken breast is to pound it to an even thickness, brine it and grilling hot and fast.
The secret to a flavorful and moist chicken breast is to pound it to an even thickness, brine it and grilling hot and fast.
Top 10 BBQ Sauces
Barbecue Sauces come in many flavors, styles and types. Most everyone is familiar with the thick, sweet sauces that line the shelves of grocery stores. However there is so much more to barbecue sauce than that. These ten barbecue sauce recipes represent the most popular sauces on my site. From thin, vinegar sauces to thick, tomato sauces to mustard based sauces there is something for every kind of barbecue and for everyone. Try something new and make a new kind of barbecue.
Barbecue Sauces come in many flavors, styles and types. Most everyone is familiar with the thick, sweet sauces that line the shelves of grocery stores. However there is so much more to barbecue sauce than that. These ten barbecue sauce recipes represent the most popular sauces on my site. From thin, vinegar sauces to thick, tomato sauces to mustard based sauces there is something for every kind of barbecue and for everyone. Try something new and make a new kind of barbecue.
Best Odds Pulled Pork Rub
This traditional pulled pork rub will give you the best odds for making a great batch of Carolina Style Pulled Pork.
This traditional pulled pork rub will give you the best odds for making a great batch of Carolina Style Pulled Pork.
Best Odds Pulled Pork
There are a lot of variations in Pulled Pork, but a few general rules will help you make the best Pulled Pork you can regardless of the kind of smoker you are using. Once you have mastered these steps you’ll be ready to strike out on your own and move on to competition Pulled Pork.
There are a lot of variations in Pulled Pork, but a few general rules will help you make the best Pulled Pork you can regardless of the kind of smoker you are using. Once you have mastered these steps you’ll be ready to strike out on your own and move on to competition Pulled Pork.
Best Odds Brisket
There are a lot of variations in barbecue brisket, but a few general rules will help you make the best brisket you can regardless of the kind of smoker you are using. Once you have mastered these steps you'll be ready to strike out on your own and move on to competition briskets.
There are a lot of variations in barbecue brisket, but a few general rules will help you make the best brisket you can regardless of the kind of smoker you are using. Once you have mastered these steps you'll be ready to strike out on your own and move on to competition briskets.
Carne Asada
Carne Asada can be as simple or as festive as you want to make it. Basically a grilled steak, served with tortillas, there is a whole culture associated with this dish. If you want a great, easy party idea, try a Carne Asada Festival.
Carne Asada can be as simple or as festive as you want to make it. Basically a grilled steak, served with tortillas, there is a whole culture associated with this dish. If you want a great, easy party idea, try a Carne Asada Festival.
Cleaning your Grill
A dirty grill produces not only bad tasting foodm but it just won't last. Simple and easy cleaning will increase its grilling potential for many years.
A dirty grill produces not only bad tasting foodm but it just won't last. Simple and easy cleaning will increase its grilling potential for many years.
Top 10 Rib Recipes
Ribs are one of the most popular foods for the grill or smoker. Problem is that ribs need special care to get them right. These Rib Recipes help you learn how to keep it low and slow to make great ribs whether you are cooking Beef Ribs or Pork Ribs. Once you have the basics of grilling or smoking ribs you can pick our your own rib rubs, barbecue sauces and marinades.
Ribs are one of the most popular foods for the grill or smoker. Problem is that ribs need special care to get them right. These Rib Recipes help you learn how to keep it low and slow to make great ribs whether you are cooking Beef Ribs or Pork Ribs. Once you have the basics of grilling or smoking ribs you can pick our your own rib rubs, barbecue sauces and marinades.
Big Green Egg (Large)
Okay, this is marketed as a charcoal grill, but its ability to hold low temperatures for an incredible amount of time has made it and other Kamado cookers very popular amongst smokers. This "smoker" is based on an ancient Japanese design, made of ceramic and looks a little like a vertical water smoker. The vents allow you to control the temperature and easily hold it at the ideal smoking temperature for many hours without attention.
Okay, this is marketed as a charcoal grill, but its ability to hold low temperatures for an incredible amount of time has made it and other Kamado cookers very popular amongst smokers. This "smoker" is based on an ancient Japanese design, made of ceramic and looks a little like a vertical water smoker. The vents allow you to control the temperature and easily hold it at the ideal smoking temperature for many hours without attention.
Small Grills
Some times you just don't have the space for a big grill. Whether you live in an apartment, condo, on a boat or just don't have a big patio, it doesn't mean that you can't enjoy a good cookout. Try one of these smaller grills, gas, charcoal or electric to give you real grilling flavor and fun. Remember to check with the local rules where you live to know what kind of grill you can have. Most apartments don't allow gas or charcoal grills. This list contains a wide range of types and prices.
Some times you just don't have the space for a big grill. Whether you live in an apartment, condo, on a boat or just don't have a big patio, it doesn't mean that you can't enjoy a good cookout. Try one of these smaller grills, gas, charcoal or electric to give you real grilling flavor and fun. Remember to check with the local rules where you live to know what kind of grill you can have. Most apartments don't allow gas or charcoal grills. This list contains a wide range of types and prices.
How to buy a Smoker
In the market for a smoker? Get some information and some advice on selecting the smoker that is right for you. Before you buy, you really need to think about what you want to get out of a smoker and how much you are willing to put in to it.
In the market for a smoker? Get some information and some advice on selecting the smoker that is right for you. Before you buy, you really need to think about what you want to get out of a smoker and how much you are willing to put in to it.
Pulled Pork Step by Step
Pulled Pork is the cornerstone of American barbecue, dating back to well before the Revolution. In the old days whole hogs were were slow roasted to perfection and shredded by hand to be served to the hundreds that showed up to these old style barbecues. These days pulled pork can be easily prepared on a small scale for any need. Follow these simple steps and you, a pork shoulder and a smoker will be making great barbecue.
Pulled Pork is the cornerstone of American barbecue, dating back to well before the Revolution. In the old days whole hogs were were slow roasted to perfection and shredded by hand to be served to the hundreds that showed up to these old style barbecues. These days pulled pork can be easily prepared on a small scale for any need. Follow these simple steps and you, a pork shoulder and a smoker will be making great barbecue.
Grades & Cuts
Learn how to pick the right grade and cut of steak for you. Knowing what you are getting will help you pick out the perfect steak for any meal and help you grill a better cut of beef.
Learn how to pick the right grade and cut of steak for you. Knowing what you are getting will help you pick out the perfect steak for any meal and help you grill a better cut of beef.
Gas Grills between \$1,500...
The top ten gas grills between the price of $1,500 and $4,000 on the market, updated for 2008. If you are looking to purchase a new grill in this price range (based on manufacturer's suggested retail price) then these are the ones you should be looking at.
The top ten gas grills between the price of $1,500 and $4,000 on the market, updated for 2008. If you are looking to purchase a new grill in this price range (based on manufacturer's suggested retail price) then these are the ones you should be looking at.
Porker's Rib Seasoning
This rub is perfect for all kinds of pork whether it's ribs or Carolina-style pulled pork. One tip: If you apply your spice rub too early before you start cooking it will cause the pork to develop a ham like flavor, and not in a good way. So apply this rub right before the pork hits the smoker.
This rub is perfect for all kinds of pork whether it's ribs or Carolina-style pulled pork. One tip: If you apply your spice rub too early before you start cooking it will cause the pork to develop a ham like flavor, and not in a good way. So apply this rub right before the pork hits the smoker.
Pulled Pork Barbecue
If you want to try tradition Carolina-style pulled pork barbecue, then this is the recipe for you!
If you want to try tradition Carolina-style pulled pork barbecue, then this is the recipe for you!
About Ribs
Good ribs make a great barbecue. Don't settle for anything less than the best and leave restaurant ribs far behind.
Good ribs make a great barbecue. Don't settle for anything less than the best and leave restaurant ribs far behind.
Grilled Tri-Tip Roast
Tri-Tip roasts might be hard at time, but if you happen upon it, grilled low and slow, you'll get a great piece of meat with fantastic texture and flavor.
Tri-Tip roasts might be hard at time, but if you happen upon it, grilled low and slow, you'll get a great piece of meat with fantastic texture and flavor.
Pork Tenderloin
Tips and techniques, plus a few recipes for the ever popular Pork Tenderloin. Learn to grill it right and you'll be making a great meal.
Tips and techniques, plus a few recipes for the ever popular Pork Tenderloin. Learn to grill it right and you'll be making a great meal.
Best Odds Brisket Marinade
Marinating a brisket is really a great way to make sure your smoked brisket remains tender and juicy. This marinade will start the tenderization process and work a lot of flavor into the brisket. The best method here is to get a resealable bag large enough to hold the brisket and to make sure you get all the air out of the bag before you seal it.
Marinating a brisket is really a great way to make sure your smoked brisket remains tender and juicy. This marinade will start the tenderization process and work a lot of flavor into the brisket. The best method here is to get a resealable bag large enough to hold the brisket and to make sure you get all the air out of the bag before you seal it.
Brisket Marinade
Whether you are smoking or grilling a brisket, this marinade will add a lot of flavor and help keep the meat tender.
Whether you are smoking or grilling a brisket, this marinade will add a lot of flavor and help keep the meat tender.
Kansas City Ribs
If you're in the good a sweet, sticky, delicious pork rib recipe, then Kansas City Ribs are what you're looking for!
If you're in the good a sweet, sticky, delicious pork rib recipe, then Kansas City Ribs are what you're looking for!
Classic BBQ Rib Sauce
If you like a rich, thick barbecue sauce on your ribs, then this is the perfect one for you. By using tomato sauce and tomato paste instead of ketchup you get a richer flavor in your barbecue sauce.
If you like a rich, thick barbecue sauce on your ribs, then this is the perfect one for you. By using tomato sauce and tomato paste instead of ketchup you get a richer flavor in your barbecue sauce.
Top 10 Brisket Recipes
Traditional Texas smoked brisket is one of the cornerstones of barbecue. This tough, difficult cut of beef is hard muscle and can only be prepared low and slow if you actually want to eat it. Smoke brisket long enough and slow enough and you will produce on of the greatest meals you'll ever eat. These great brisket recipes take you from start to finish. Of course you can always choose to pick out your own rubs, mops, marinades and sauces to make a great brisket meal or you can choose on of these
Traditional Texas smoked brisket is one of the cornerstones of barbecue. This tough, difficult cut of beef is hard muscle and can only be prepared low and slow if you actually want to eat it. Smoke brisket long enough and slow enough and you will produce on of the greatest meals you'll ever eat. These great brisket recipes take you from start to finish. Of course you can always choose to pick out your own rubs, mops, marinades and sauces to make a great brisket meal or you can choose on of these
Buy a Smoker
Smokers come in all shapes, sizes and prices. When looking to buy a smoker you need to decide on a price range and then determine the fuel you want to use. Smokers can be gas, wood, charcoal or electric. The truer the barbecue the more time you will spend tending to fires and watching temperatures. If that doesn't sound good you should move towards gas or electric smokers. Otherwise go with charcoal or wood smokers. There are a lot of units out there and I've tried to find the best.
Smokers come in all shapes, sizes and prices. When looking to buy a smoker you need to decide on a price range and then determine the fuel you want to use. Smokers can be gas, wood, charcoal or electric. The truer the barbecue the more time you will spend tending to fires and watching temperatures. If that doesn't sound good you should move towards gas or electric smokers. Otherwise go with charcoal or wood smokers. There are a lot of units out there and I've tried to find the best.
Grilling Potatoes
From the humble yet elegant baked potato to virtually any potato dish you can think of, you can grill it easily. Potatoes are amazingly forgiving and can be prepared on the grill in more ways than even I can think of, and I’ve grilled a lot of potatoes.
From the humble yet elegant baked potato to virtually any potato dish you can think of, you can grill it easily. Potatoes are amazingly forgiving and can be prepared on the grill in more ways than even I can think of, and I’ve grilled a lot of potatoes.
Top 10 Indoor Grills
When you just can't get outside to grill, try one of these excellent indoor electric grills. While you won't get the authentic flavor you can still grill. Some of these units are open grills that you cook on similar to an outdoor grill. Others are contact grills (like the George Foreman Grill) that have a lid that cooks also, so you can grill on both sides at the same time. Many of these units are prefect for grilling a fish fillet and making a great panini style sandwich.
When you just can't get outside to grill, try one of these excellent indoor electric grills. While you won't get the authentic flavor you can still grill. Some of these units are open grills that you cook on similar to an outdoor grill. Others are contact grills (like the George Foreman Grill) that have a lid that cooks also, so you can grill on both sides at the same time. Many of these units are prefect for grilling a fish fillet and making a great panini style sandwich.
Barbecue Brisket Rub
The cumin and cayenne pepper in this rub, adds a nice Southwestern flavor to brisket.
The cumin and cayenne pepper in this rub, adds a nice Southwestern flavor to brisket.
Weber Spirit E-310 Gas Grill
While you can get a equally large grill with all the bells and whistles for this price (around $400USD), this is a solidly built grill that does exactly what it was designed to do, grill. If you don't need a lot of cooking space and all the extras then you can't go wrong with this grill. This is probably the best built grill for the price you will find. The BTUs on this unit are a little low for the size, but because of the efficient design you won't notice it.
While you can get a equally large grill with all the bells and whistles for this price (around $400USD), this is a solidly built grill that does exactly what it was designed to do, grill. If you don't need a lot of cooking space and all the extras then you can't go wrong with this grill. This is probably the best built grill for the price you will find. The BTUs on this unit are a little low for the size, but because of the efficient design you won't notice it.
Weber Genesis E-320 Gas Grill
All around this is one of the best gas grills on the market for its price. Take care of it and a Weber Gas Grill will last you for a decade and give you the versatility you want to grill most anything you can think of. The high quality parts, particularly the stainless steel burners will need an occasional cleaning, but will last you long enough to pass it on to your kids. People who own Weber grills swear by them and always buy Weber.
All around this is one of the best gas grills on the market for its price. Take care of it and a Weber Gas Grill will last you for a decade and give you the versatility you want to grill most anything you can think of. The high quality parts, particularly the stainless steel burners will need an occasional cleaning, but will last you long enough to pass it on to your kids. People who own Weber grills swear by them and always buy Weber.
Beer Can Chicken
This basic variation of the "beer in the butt" chicken recipe combines the flavors of a great spice rub with the flavors steamed out of the beer can.
This basic variation of the "beer in the butt" chicken recipe combines the flavors of a great spice rub with the flavors steamed out of the beer can.
Master Barbecue & Grilling Recipe Index: Beef, Bread, Fish & Seafood, Fruit & Vegetables, Lamb, Marinades, Pork
Barbecue & Grilling Main Recipe Index.
Barbecue & Grilling Main Recipe Index.
Turkey: Smoking
Try a new take on the Turkey tradition with a smoked bird. Smoking a turkey is a lot like slow roasting, just at a lower temperature and with smoke. This bird may take most of the day to cook but it will turn out a whole lot better than oven roasted. With the right smoke and the right process you can make a turkey that puts all others to shame.
Try a new take on the Turkey tradition with a smoked bird. Smoking a turkey is a lot like slow roasting, just at a lower temperature and with smoke. This bird may take most of the day to cook but it will turn out a whole lot better than oven roasted. With the right smoke and the right process you can make a turkey that puts all others to shame.
Top Pulled Pork Recipes
Pulled Pork is probably the purist form of barbecue. This Southern Barbecue tradition originated with whole hogs cooked in pits, sometimes for days, shredded by hand and served up on plain white bread. Variations abound from here with all manner of sauces, rubs and cole slaws (typically served on top of the meat in a sandwich). Today most pulled pork is prepared with pork shoulder roasts known as a picnic or a Boston Butt. However you like it, these pulled pork recipes make a great meal.
Pulled Pork is probably the purist form of barbecue. This Southern Barbecue tradition originated with whole hogs cooked in pits, sometimes for days, shredded by hand and served up on plain white bread. Variations abound from here with all manner of sauces, rubs and cole slaws (typically served on top of the meat in a sandwich). Today most pulled pork is prepared with pork shoulder roasts known as a picnic or a Boston Butt. However you like it, these pulled pork recipes make a great meal.
Grilling Chicken Pieces
If you grill all the pieces the same you will end up with either dried out breasts or underdone thighs and legs. Grill chicken parts together but over different heats to get the best chicken.
If you grill all the pieces the same you will end up with either dried out breasts or underdone thighs and legs. Grill chicken parts together but over different heats to get the best chicken.
Brining
If you aren't brining meats before you grill, smoke, or roast them you missing out on a tastier, more tender meal. Learn how to make a brine that will change your meats for the better.
If you aren't brining meats before you grill, smoke, or roast them you missing out on a tastier, more tender meal. Learn how to make a brine that will change your meats for the better.
Halibut
Readily available, easy to grill and the perfect fish for thousands of recipes, Halibut is truly the one fish you need to know how to grill right.
Readily available, easy to grill and the perfect fish for thousands of recipes, Halibut is truly the one fish you need to know how to grill right.
Rotisserie Cooking
Give your grilling a whole new spin and get all the self basting, roasted flavor of the rotisserie. This is the perfect method for grilling whole chickens, roasts, leg of lamb and most anything else that is too large or ackward to grill conventionally.
Give your grilling a whole new spin and get all the self basting, roasted flavor of the rotisserie. This is the perfect method for grilling whole chickens, roasts, leg of lamb and most anything else that is too large or ackward to grill conventionally.
Baby Back Ribs (Slow Cooker)
These baby back ribs might not be bathed in smoke, but they still a lot of flavor. This slow cooked recipe will give you a great set of ribs even if can't prepare it outdoors.
These baby back ribs might not be bathed in smoke, but they still a lot of flavor. This slow cooked recipe will give you a great set of ribs even if can't prepare it outdoors.
Top 10 Grilled Fish Recipes
The best way to cook fish is over an open flame. If you've ever cooked fresh trout over a campfire you know what I mean. These ten recipe represent the best and the most popular Fish Recipes on my site. From Tilapia to Snapper, these recipes will serve any purpose and satisfy and anyone.
The best way to cook fish is over an open flame. If you've ever cooked fresh trout over a campfire you know what I mean. These ten recipe represent the best and the most popular Fish Recipes on my site. From Tilapia to Snapper, these recipes will serve any purpose and satisfy and anyone.
Grill a Steak
The secret to the perfect steak is all in the timing. Be patient and watchful and you can't go wrong.
The secret to the perfect steak is all in the timing. Be patient and watchful and you can't go wrong.
Shrimp
The secret to great grilled shrimp is more than just the grilling. Prepare shrimp right, then grill to perfection, but don't overcook. The biggest mistake people make with grilling shrimp is cooking them too long.
The secret to great grilled shrimp is more than just the grilling. Prepare shrimp right, then grill to perfection, but don't overcook. The biggest mistake people make with grilling shrimp is cooking them too long.
Brisket Brown Sugar Rub
This is a good, sweet brisket rub that you will need only one measuring cup for. Of course, you can adjust the heat by using mild or hot chili powder.
This is a good, sweet brisket rub that you will need only one measuring cup for. Of course, you can adjust the heat by using mild or hot chili powder.
Top 10 Marinade Recipes
Marinades are probably the most important ingredient to any cookout. A good marinade not only keeps your grilling moist and flavorful, but they make it healthier. These ten marinade recipes are the most popular on my site. They represent the kinds of marinades you should be trying. Try them out and then start experimenting yourself to make the marinades that are perfect for you. You will find that most of these marinades work with a specific type of meat, but the basics are always the same.
Marinades are probably the most important ingredient to any cookout. A good marinade not only keeps your grilling moist and flavorful, but they make it healthier. These ten marinade recipes are the most popular on my site. They represent the kinds of marinades you should be trying. Try them out and then start experimenting yourself to make the marinades that are perfect for you. You will find that most of these marinades work with a specific type of meat, but the basics are always the same.
Memphis-Style Pulled Pork
Memphis style barbecue combines sweet, heat and savory to make great barbecue. This recipe adapts those flavors to this great Southern Barbecue Pork.
Memphis style barbecue combines sweet, heat and savory to make great barbecue. This recipe adapts those flavors to this great Southern Barbecue Pork.
Top 10 Steak Recipes
Steaks are the most popular cut of meat to throw on a grill. Flavorful, tender, and expensive you want to get the most out of your steak grilling and these ten recipes represent a wide range of methods and ideas that you can do with your next steak. Of course many people are confused by all the different steaks there are out there, the best way to grill a steak and exactly how do you know when it is medium rare. So take a look through these recipes and get great ideas for some great steaks.
Steaks are the most popular cut of meat to throw on a grill. Flavorful, tender, and expensive you want to get the most out of your steak grilling and these ten recipes represent a wide range of methods and ideas that you can do with your next steak. Of course many people are confused by all the different steaks there are out there, the best way to grill a steak and exactly how do you know when it is medium rare. So take a look through these recipes and get great ideas for some great steaks.
Kevi's South-of-the-Butt Rub
The BBQ Guru posted this fantastic rub recipe. You can adjust the heat in this dry rub by changing the amount of cayenne pepper.
The BBQ Guru posted this fantastic rub recipe. You can adjust the heat in this dry rub by changing the amount of cayenne pepper.
Brisket from the Kitchen
If you don't have the time or the equipment to do it the tried and true way, there are alternatives. While it might not be authentic barbecue it's still pretty darn good.
If you don't have the time or the equipment to do it the tried and true way, there are alternatives. While it might not be authentic barbecue it's still pretty darn good.
How to Buy a Gas Grill
In the market for a new Gas Grill? Separate the useful from the simply flashy. Get an idea of exactly what it is you are looking for and find out about the features that will matter to you before you start shopping.
In the market for a new Gas Grill? Separate the useful from the simply flashy. Get an idea of exactly what it is you are looking for and find out about the features that will matter to you before you start shopping.
London Broil
This classic cut of meat, isn't a cut of meat, it’s a method of preparing a steak. The true, London Broil is actually a marinated Flank Steak, broiled or grilled. But as with many things that really catch on various cuts of meat have come to be known as London Broil, typically any lean, less tender cut.
This classic cut of meat, isn't a cut of meat, it’s a method of preparing a steak. The true, London Broil is actually a marinated Flank Steak, broiled or grilled. But as with many things that really catch on various cuts of meat have come to be known as London Broil, typically any lean, less tender cut.
Texas-Style Brisket Rub
This southwestern-style rub is a great way to spice up brisket. Remember, when applying run to a brisket, work the rub into the meat anywhere it is exposed.
This southwestern-style rub is a great way to spice up brisket. Remember, when applying run to a brisket, work the rub into the meat anywhere it is exposed.
A Great Little Hamburger
This is a basic but great hamburger with the bacon and onion right inside the patty. You can also add cheese to the filling or top it off with a nice slice.
This is a basic but great hamburger with the bacon and onion right inside the patty. You can also add cheese to the filling or top it off with a nice slice.
Lamb Chops
Lamb Chops are a great meal that you are probably missing out on. Put aside you notions of overpowering flavor and tough cuts. Lamb is tender and succulent.
Lamb Chops are a great meal that you are probably missing out on. Put aside you notions of overpowering flavor and tough cuts. Lamb is tender and succulent.
Beef Ribs
Beef ribs are great in size and great in flavor. Do it right and you'll have a party favorite for years to come. The secret to great beef ribs is to cook then low enough not to dry them out and slow enough to let the fat break down.
Beef ribs are great in size and great in flavor. Do it right and you'll have a party favorite for years to come. The secret to great beef ribs is to cook then low enough not to dry them out and slow enough to let the fat break down.
Brining Pork
Salt-water brine will increase the water stored in pork so that it will stay moist and tender while it cooks. You can also use brines to add flavor to your pork, whether it’s a large roast or just a few chops.
Salt-water brine will increase the water stored in pork so that it will stay moist and tender while it cooks. You can also use brines to add flavor to your pork, whether it’s a large roast or just a few chops.
Grills and Smokers 2008
It's that time again, time to check in and see what's new in outdoor cooking equipment for 2008. This promises to be an exciting year with manufacturers coming out with some very innovative products. It also promises to be a watershed year with foreign competition from all directions making big changes in what you'll be cooking on very soon.
It's that time again, time to check in and see what's new in outdoor cooking equipment for 2008. This promises to be an exciting year with manufacturers coming out with some very innovative products. It also promises to be a watershed year with foreign competition from all directions making big changes in what you'll be cooking on very soon.
Beef Rib Rub
This rub combines the flavors of sweet and heat. You can adjust the heat by using mild or medium chili powder. If you really want to make spice it up, then add an extra tablespoon of cayenne.
This rub combines the flavors of sweet and heat. You can adjust the heat by using mild or medium chili powder. If you really want to make spice it up, then add an extra tablespoon of cayenne.
Spare Rib Rub
This is a sweet and savory rub works well on pork ribs. You can adjust the heat by changing the amount of cayenne.
This is a sweet and savory rub works well on pork ribs. You can adjust the heat by changing the amount of cayenne.
Perfect Steak
Just how do you grill the perfect steak. You start out with a good cut of meat and a hot, hot grill. From there you need to pay attention and learn the secrets of "doneness".
Just how do you grill the perfect steak. You start out with a good cut of meat and a hot, hot grill. From there you need to pay attention and learn the secrets of "doneness".
Brining Turkey
Fried, roasted, grilled or smoked, a brined turkey has a better flavor and is much moister. Brining is easier than you think. You’ll need salt and water, plenty of room in the refrigerator and a good sized pot or bucket, an extra day or two, and you'll have a delicious turkey that's definitely worth waiting for.
Fried, roasted, grilled or smoked, a brined turkey has a better flavor and is much moister. Brining is easier than you think. You’ll need salt and water, plenty of room in the refrigerator and a good sized pot or bucket, an extra day or two, and you'll have a delicious turkey that's definitely worth waiting for.
To Die for Burgers
These delicious garlicky burgers are topped with avocados and roasted red peppers. This recipe was submitted by Shannon Timmons a Hamburger Contest I ran several years ago.
These delicious garlicky burgers are topped with avocados and roasted red peppers. This recipe was submitted by Shannon Timmons a Hamburger Contest I ran several years ago.
Chicago-Style BBQ Ribs
These ribs are mouth watering good. If you're throwing a huge cookout, this is the recipe to use. It calls for ten racks of ribs! You can always alter the recipe if you're making a smaller quantity.
These ribs are mouth watering good. If you're throwing a huge cookout, this is the recipe to use. It calls for ten racks of ribs! You can always alter the recipe if you're making a smaller quantity.
Grilling 101
Want to know where to start when it comes to grilling? Get the basics here so that you can master the art of the grill . These simple rules can make all the difference between a burt piece of chicken and a master grill chef who can cook just about anything.
Want to know where to start when it comes to grilling? Get the basics here so that you can master the art of the grill . These simple rules can make all the difference between a burt piece of chicken and a master grill chef who can cook just about anything.
Vinegar Barbecue Sauces
Not all barbecue sauces have to be made with tomatoes. Vinegar based barbecue sauces are a great addition to any grilled or smoked meats, but they were invented for Carolina Pork. So combine a good cider vinegar with sugar and hot peppers and make a great sauce you serve at the table.
Not all barbecue sauces have to be made with tomatoes. Vinegar based barbecue sauces are a great addition to any grilled or smoked meats, but they were invented for Carolina Pork. So combine a good cider vinegar with sugar and hot peppers and make a great sauce you serve at the table.
Lime & Basil Tilapia
The combination of lime and basil really adds flavor to the Tilapia. This dish can either be eaten along with grilled vegetables or sliced and served in tacos.
The combination of lime and basil really adds flavor to the Tilapia. This dish can either be eaten along with grilled vegetables or sliced and served in tacos.
Ultimate Grills
These are the most fantastic grills on the market today. If you have the cash you can drop on of these on your patio and impress all the visiting dignitaries. From gas to charcoal and everything else you can imagine, these top end grills can do it all with professional quality whether you are grilling up burgers or a 7-course meal for heads of state.
These are the most fantastic grills on the market today. If you have the cash you can drop on of these on your patio and impress all the visiting dignitaries. From gas to charcoal and everything else you can imagine, these top end grills can do it all with professional quality whether you are grilling up burgers or a 7-course meal for heads of state.
Grilling Pizza
Pizza was invented over a fire so why bake it in a pan, or worse order it in a box. Grilled pizza is the best pizza you'll ever eat.
Pizza was invented over a fire so why bake it in a pan, or worse order it in a box. Grilled pizza is the best pizza you'll ever eat.
Cole Slaw
Cole slaw is one of the easiest dishes to make and one of the easiest dishes to make wrong. The secret to a delicous cole slaw is to keep it crisp and fresh for when you serve it. This is done by leaving the cabbage coarse and avoiding too much liquid.
Cole slaw is one of the easiest dishes to make and one of the easiest dishes to make wrong. The secret to a delicous cole slaw is to keep it crisp and fresh for when you serve it. This is done by leaving the cabbage coarse and avoiding too much liquid.
Kansas City Rib Sauce
This is a rich, thick, tomato based Kansas City style barbecue sauce recipe. Adjust the heat by changing the amount of cayenne.
This is a rich, thick, tomato based Kansas City style barbecue sauce recipe. Adjust the heat by changing the amount of cayenne.
Hibachi Grilling
These charcoal grills can do most anything except grill a big meal. Get the right hibachi and you will not only be able to grill almost anywhere outdoors but you'll be able to make some great meals.
These charcoal grills can do most anything except grill a big meal. Get the right hibachi and you will not only be able to grill almost anywhere outdoors but you'll be able to make some great meals.
Barbecue Spareribs
This is a good, basic method for making barbecue ribs. If you are just starting out, or looking for something simple, this recipe is the one for you.
This is a good, basic method for making barbecue ribs. If you are just starting out, or looking for something simple, this recipe is the one for you.
Grilling Tuna
Tuna is one of the most popular and versatile fish on the market. If you buy good quality tuna you don't even need to cook it. Of course grilling adds flavor and texture to fish, so get your grill good and hot and learn how to grill tuna the best way for you tastes.
Tuna is one of the most popular and versatile fish on the market. If you buy good quality tuna you don't even need to cook it. Of course grilling adds flavor and texture to fish, so get your grill good and hot and learn how to grill tuna the best way for you tastes.
Gourmet Burgers
Hamburgers can be so much more than something to fix for the kids. Take your burgers to a whole new culinary level.
Hamburgers can be so much more than something to fix for the kids. Take your burgers to a whole new culinary level.
Spit Roasted Chicken
The bacon and the butter help to keep this rotisserie chicken moist and give it an old world fire roasted taste. This is as traditional as it gets when it comes to rotisserie chicken.
The bacon and the butter help to keep this rotisserie chicken moist and give it an old world fire roasted taste. This is as traditional as it gets when it comes to rotisserie chicken.
Hog Rub
This is a good general rub for any kind of pork, but specifically for large pork cuts. It can be used on a whole hog or pork shoulders to make great Carolina Style Pulled Pork.
This is a good general rub for any kind of pork, but specifically for large pork cuts. It can be used on a whole hog or pork shoulders to make great Carolina Style Pulled Pork.
Custom Smokers
Building your own custom smoker, regardless of the heat source, will give you the exact smoker you want. Find out if you want a portable smoker or a fixed smoker. Then plan to fit needs before you start building the perfect smoker that's just right for you.
Building your own custom smoker, regardless of the heat source, will give you the exact smoker you want. Find out if you want a portable smoker or a fixed smoker. Then plan to fit needs before you start building the perfect smoker that's just right for you.
Going Whole Hog
Tackle the big one. How to prepare a whole barbecued Hog. This is a meal fit for an Army or an other large and important gathering. This is the feast of the founding fathers.
Tackle the big one. How to prepare a whole barbecued Hog. This is a meal fit for an Army or an other large and important gathering. This is the feast of the founding fathers.
Carolina Red
This recipe is a great table sauce for Pulled Pork. Blending both the vinegar and tomato traditions of North Carolina into one.
This recipe is a great table sauce for Pulled Pork. Blending both the vinegar and tomato traditions of North Carolina into one.
About Chicken
One stop for all the info to grill or smoke great chicken. Whether you want to grill, smoke or rotisserie your chicken this is where to start.
One stop for all the info to grill or smoke great chicken. Whether you want to grill, smoke or rotisserie your chicken this is where to start.
Carolina Pulled Pork
This is your shortcut solution to Carolina Pulled Pork Barbecue. While it lacks the authentic flavor of slow smoked barbecue, if its all you have to work with, then go for it.
This is your shortcut solution to Carolina Pulled Pork Barbecue. While it lacks the authentic flavor of slow smoked barbecue, if its all you have to work with, then go for it.
Ham
Love Ham? Want to smoke, cure or grill your own? Get the truth about ham and why it's not necessarily what you think it is.
Love Ham? Want to smoke, cure or grill your own? Get the truth about ham and why it's not necessarily what you think it is.
Steak: Flavor & Seasonings
Not all steaks are created equal and so you need to know how to treat each different cut. A truly great steak needs little if any additional flavor, other steaks need marinades and some flavor to bring out their strengths. Whether you marinate, rub or sauce your steak you need to know how and when to do it to get the most for your money.
Not all steaks are created equal and so you need to know how to treat each different cut. A truly great steak needs little if any additional flavor, other steaks need marinades and some flavor to bring out their strengths. Whether you marinate, rub or sauce your steak you need to know how and when to do it to get the most for your money.
Top 10 Side Dishes
No great barbecue or cookout is complete without a set of great side dishes. From the traditional BBQ beans and potato salads to vegetable dishes, these side dish recipes have been the most popular on my site. So whether you want a big bowl of spicy beans or corn on the cob make up a great side dish the next time you have a big cookout.
No great barbecue or cookout is complete without a set of great side dishes. From the traditional BBQ beans and potato salads to vegetable dishes, these side dish recipes have been the most popular on my site. So whether you want a big bowl of spicy beans or corn on the cob make up a great side dish the next time you have a big cookout.
Grilled Brisket
If you are not up to smoking a full sized brisket, this slow grilled brisket recipe is a great alternative. Use a trimmed brisket since you will want as little fat as possible, so as to not cause flare-ups. Remember to baste frequently and keep your grill temperature low.
If you are not up to smoking a full sized brisket, this slow grilled brisket recipe is a great alternative. Use a trimmed brisket since you will want as little fat as possible, so as to not cause flare-ups. Remember to baste frequently and keep your grill temperature low.
Pit Cooking
Dig a hole. Fill it with fire. Wrap up something big. Bury it all. Now you’ve got the makings for a great meal for everyone you know. Pit cooking is one of the oldest methods of cooking and the prefect solution to feeding an army.
Dig a hole. Fill it with fire. Wrap up something big. Bury it all. Now you’ve got the makings for a great meal for everyone you know. Pit cooking is one of the oldest methods of cooking and the prefect solution to feeding an army.
Turkey: Smoking
Try a new take on the Turkey tradition with a smoked bird. Get the step by step instructions you need to smoke a great turkey for any occasion. With this process you just might find yourself eating turkey all year round. While smoking a turkey will take a long time it really isn't as hard as you probably think so give it a try, I know you'll love it.
Try a new take on the Turkey tradition with a smoked bird. Get the step by step instructions you need to smoke a great turkey for any occasion. With this process you just might find yourself eating turkey all year round. While smoking a turkey will take a long time it really isn't as hard as you probably think so give it a try, I know you'll love it.
Steak Doneness
Everyone likes they're steak cooked a little different. Warmed through or burnt dry, there is a science to the perfect steak and knowing how to grill them to everyone's preference can be a challenge. Know the difference between medium and medium rare and you'll be ready to make everyone happy.
Everyone likes they're steak cooked a little different. Warmed through or burnt dry, there is a science to the perfect steak and knowing how to grill them to everyone's preference can be a challenge. Know the difference between medium and medium rare and you'll be ready to make everyone happy.
The 3-2-1 Method
The sure fire way to get fall of the bone pork ribs every time without a whole lot of work. This method of smoking ribs includes steaming to give you an extra tender rack while still preserving the authentic smoke flavor and keeping the ribs from getting too mushy.
The sure fire way to get fall of the bone pork ribs every time without a whole lot of work. This method of smoking ribs includes steaming to give you an extra tender rack while still preserving the authentic smoke flavor and keeping the ribs from getting too mushy.
Grilling Trout
Quickly becoming one of the most popular fish, trout is perfect for the grill because of its size and because it takes so well to the flavor of smoke. Trout, whether in fillets of whole can be grilled quickly and easily by even the least experienced griller.
Quickly becoming one of the most popular fish, trout is perfect for the grill because of its size and because it takes so well to the flavor of smoke. Trout, whether in fillets of whole can be grilled quickly and easily by even the least experienced griller.
Pulled Pork: The Sandwich
Put together your smoked pork, sauce and cole slaw and make the best sandwich in the world. One of these will cure you of hamburgers forever.
Put together your smoked pork, sauce and cole slaw and make the best sandwich in the world. One of these will cure you of hamburgers forever.
Fish: Smoking
Smoked fish is more than just a meal. It's the perfect appetizer, snack and makes a great ingredient to many recipes. While hot smoked fish isn't preserved it still has the flavor of cold smoked fish but isn't as dry.
Smoked fish is more than just a meal. It's the perfect appetizer, snack and makes a great ingredient to many recipes. While hot smoked fish isn't preserved it still has the flavor of cold smoked fish but isn't as dry.
Fresh Corn on the Cob
This is the general method for grilling corn on the cob. Remember not to remove the husks, they will hold in the moisture and keep the corn from burning.
This is the general method for grilling corn on the cob. Remember not to remove the husks, they will hold in the moisture and keep the corn from burning.
Tilapia
A great fish from Africa, now available around the World. Tilapia is the first fish to be farmed in ancient times. Now Tilapia farms are all over and you can find this great fish that is both meaty and flavorful most everywhere and for a good price.
A great fish from Africa, now available around the World. Tilapia is the first fish to be farmed in ancient times. Now Tilapia farms are all over and you can find this great fish that is both meaty and flavorful most everywhere and for a good price.
The Infrared Burner
Chars a steak on the outside but leaves it rare in the middle. It's the heart of the hottest grill going.
Chars a steak on the outside but leaves it rare in the middle. It's the heart of the hottest grill going.
Gas Grills above \$4,000
The top ten gas grills above $4,000 on the market for 2008. If you are looking to purchase a new gas grill and want the best money can buy(based on manufacturer's suggested retail price) then these are the one you should be looking at.
The top ten gas grills above $4,000 on the market for 2008. If you are looking to purchase a new gas grill and want the best money can buy(based on manufacturer's suggested retail price) then these are the one you should be looking at.
Riblets
These little ribs whether you have riblets or rib tips are meaty and tasty. Try them as an appetizer or a meal because these ribs give you great barbecue flavor in less time and everyone loves them.
These little ribs whether you have riblets or rib tips are meaty and tasty. Try them as an appetizer or a meal because these ribs give you great barbecue flavor in less time and everyone loves them.
Side Dishes
All barbecues, whether traditional Southern Barbecue or a simple backyard Hamburger cookout need great side dishes. Often it is in the side dish that you can get truly creative. So plan out your sides as much as you plan out the main course. Find something of your own or pick a traditional favorite like Cole Slaw, Barbecued Beans or Potato Salad.
All barbecues, whether traditional Southern Barbecue or a simple backyard Hamburger cookout need great side dishes. Often it is in the side dish that you can get truly creative. So plan out your sides as much as you plan out the main course. Find something of your own or pick a traditional favorite like Cole Slaw, Barbecued Beans or Potato Salad.
Pulled Chicken Barbecue
Chicken barbecue can be cooked faster and easier than beef or pork. With chicken you will get a perfect barbecue sandwich, loaded with flavor. You will have a lot more versatility in how you can prepare and serve it.
Chicken barbecue can be cooked faster and easier than beef or pork. With chicken you will get a perfect barbecue sandwich, loaded with flavor. You will have a lot more versatility in how you can prepare and serve it.
Grilling Sausage
It might seem simple to grill sausage, but they can be truly deceiving. There's an art to grilling a sausage, getting it done and holding in the flavor. Once you master the art you won't cook sausage any other way.
It might seem simple to grill sausage, but they can be truly deceiving. There's an art to grilling a sausage, getting it done and holding in the flavor. Once you master the art you won't cook sausage any other way.
Weber Spirit E-210
If you want a smaller, dependable grill then this is a great one. If you need more cooking space then you probably need a different grill. With two burners you don't get a lot of versatility when it comes to indirect grilling. Since this grill also has no extras you will get a grill and nothing more, though a rotisserie kit is available. While limited in size and function this grill is perfect for a small space and the person who really just needs to be able to grill up some chops or chicken.
If you want a smaller, dependable grill then this is a great one. If you need more cooking space then you probably need a different grill. With two burners you don't get a lot of versatility when it comes to indirect grilling. Since this grill also has no extras you will get a grill and nothing more, though a rotisserie kit is available. While limited in size and function this grill is perfect for a small space and the person who really just needs to be able to grill up some chops or chicken.
Going Natural Gas
With more and more gas fired outdoor products on the market you really should consider switching to natural gas. It costs less, burns cleaner and you’ll never have to worry about an empty propane tank again.
With more and more gas fired outdoor products on the market you really should consider switching to natural gas. It costs less, burns cleaner and you’ll never have to worry about an empty propane tank again.
Char-Broil Quantum
The Char-Broil Quantum represents an innovative approach to an inexpensive all infrared gas grill. Where the Char-Broil/TEC grill uses expensive infrared burners this unit uses a simple sheet or perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared energy. This unit has four burners that put out only 40,000 BTUs under 580 square inches of cooking space but can still reach temperatures around 700 degrees F. You also get the standard Char-Broil side burner "oven".
The Char-Broil Quantum represents an innovative approach to an inexpensive all infrared gas grill. Where the Char-Broil/TEC grill uses expensive infrared burners this unit uses a simple sheet or perforated stainless steel to convert the output of a standard gas burner into infrared energy. This unit has four burners that put out only 40,000 BTUs under 580 square inches of cooking space but can still reach temperatures around 700 degrees F. You also get the standard Char-Broil side burner "oven".
Which Grate is Best?
Which Grate material if best? Cast Iron, Stainless Steel, Porcelain, or steel?
Which Grate material if best? Cast Iron, Stainless Steel, Porcelain, or steel?
Mustard Sauce
If you haven't tried a mustard based barbecue sauce then you are really missing out on something. This sauce works well with almost anything, but particularly pork.
If you haven't tried a mustard based barbecue sauce then you are really missing out on something. This sauce works well with almost anything, but particularly pork.
Beef Tenderloin
This cut is about as good as it gets. Whether you grill it as a whole roast or cut it into steaks it is tender and flavorful. Buy beef tenderloins whole and untrimmed to get the best price. Sear the surface and get a great crusty surface no matter how rare you like it.
This cut is about as good as it gets. Whether you grill it as a whole roast or cut it into steaks it is tender and flavorful. Buy beef tenderloins whole and untrimmed to get the best price. Sear the surface and get a great crusty surface no matter how rare you like it.
Grilling Fruit
Grilling fruit is quick and easy and makes a great addition to any meal. Take advantage of that hot grill and put together an appetizer, side dish or dessert with grilled fruit. All you need to do is throw sliced fruit pieces on the grill and you’re ready to go.
Grilling fruit is quick and easy and makes a great addition to any meal. Take advantage of that hot grill and put together an appetizer, side dish or dessert with grilled fruit. All you need to do is throw sliced fruit pieces on the grill and you’re ready to go.