Derrick's Barbecues & Grilling Blog February 2008 Archive

I've always said that Lamb is the most overlooked meat on the market. This wonderful meat is the mainstay of some of the oldest cooking traditions on earth and now ... Read More

I'm here in Atlanta for the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Expo to check out grills, smokers, and other outdoor cooking products. There's a lot here to see and a lot ... Read More

Recently I told you about the new smoker I have been playing with. The Good One smoker really is a good smoker, a great one in fact. After trying ... Read More

The debate has raged for years. Me, I like lots of different sauces. I like to try it all. Of course there are people out there for whom only one ... Read More

Every wanted to know more about me? Probably not. However, I was recently interviewed by Eric Devlin of the Blog "Home of BBQ". Eric is one of those daring men ... Read More

Just a heads up to those of you in the industry. I will be arriving in Atlanta for the HPBA Expo on Wednesday Evening and leaving early Saturday (I have ... Read More

Want to keep up to date with what's going on in the world of Barbecue & Grilling? Want reminders to drop in from time to time and get new information, ... Read More

Package whole meals for the grill by wrapping everything up in foil and cooking them quickly and easily on the grill. A great way to prepare meals a head of ... Read More

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 ... Read More

Preheat your grill and take your grill brush and start scrubbing. Does that get your grill clean. Probably not. Burnt on residue stays burnt on no matter how hot your ... Read More

Time was you could get a grill in any color you wanted as long as it was black. Unless, of course, you wanted to spend thousands of dollars for a ... Read More

One of the most anticipated grills this year is the Char-Broil Quantum Infrared Gas Grill. This all infrared unit sells for $499 at Lowe's Home Improvement Stores making it cheaper ... Read More

Now every recipe has a review and rate feature. This will give you the ability to let others know what you think about my recipes, so if you try out ... Read More

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 ... Read More

Seafood from shrimp to whole lobster is perfect for the grill. Hot and fast is the way to cook these items. Load them up with flavorful marinades and you can't ... Read More

If you have paid any attention to competition barbecue in the last decade they you have probably hear the name Chris Marks. This 8 time Grand Champion of the American ... Read More

Their on the floors, in the catalogs and ready for you to pick one up. Yes, grill buying season has started. If it isn't out there now, it's probably too ... Read More

This time of year people seem to think they should be eating better. Now if these same people cooked good food that was healthy and tasty they wouldn't end up ... Read More

So far there are not too many dramatic changes to most grill product lines. Of course store brands like BBQ Grillware, Kenmore, Kirkland, Member's Mark, Perfect Flame and Charmglow are ... Read More

Cedar Plank TroutIndian-Style Lamb ChopsSoy and Sake Chicken BreastsChipotle-Adobo Pork TenderloinSeduction Strip Steak with Roquefort Bacon ButterGrilled Salmon Packets with Gingered SlawMartini-Marinated Filet Mignon with Sauteed Spinach and Pine NutsGrilled ... Read More

It might seem a simple job to grill a sausage, but they are not as easy as you think. From drying out to burning, sausages can prove a challenge to ... Read More

Rotisserie cooking is a great way to extend the versatility of your grill whether you cook on charcoal or gas. Most grills have a rotisserie option and many these days ... Read More

You almost only see Boston Butts on the competition circuit (KCBS Rules of course), but that doesn't mean that the Butt is the easiest of best cut to smoke, just ... Read More

Steven Raichlen's Barbecue University cooking class is moving to Colorado Springs and the fantastic Broadmoor Resort. This 3-day class will teach you everything you would even want to know about ... Read More

You've probably had mushrooms as a topping on your pizza, but how about as the crust? Try this trick. Take large portabella mushrooms. Remove the stems and gills (the dark ... Read More

Super Bowl Sunday has become the seventh biggest grilling day of the year in the United States. Don't rely of bags of chips and bowls of dip to feed your ... Read More

Dress up your favorite hamburger by stuffing the good stuff inside the patty. It’s easy and holds all the flavor together for a perfect burger.

From side dishes to main courses, vegetables are vital to the diet and excellent on the grill. Grilling vegetables is a convenient way to prepare them and a great way ... Read More