Barbecues & Grilling: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
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.
Gas Grills between \$250 and \$5
Want the Best Gas Grill for under $500? These 10 Grills are not loaded with features but they will do some great grilling and should last you more than just a couple of years.
Want the Best Gas Grill for under $500? These 10 Grills are not loaded with features but they will do some great grilling and should last you more than just a couple of years.
Buy a Gas Grill
Gas Grill Reviews and Buying Advice. 100s of Grill Reviews ranked and Rated to Find the Perfect Gas Grill for you. Impartial, expert advice on Grill Buying.
Gas Grill Reviews and Buying Advice. 100s of Grill Reviews ranked and Rated to Find the Perfect Gas Grill for you. Impartial, expert advice on Grill Buying.
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.
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.
Gas Grills between \$500...
The top 10 gas grills between the prices of $500 and $1,000. 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.
The top 10 gas grills between the prices of $500 and $1,000. 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.
Top 10 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.
Barbecue Ribs on a Gas Grill
Cooking ribs with a genuine barbecue flavor using a gas grill is often a challenge. Gas grills are great for hot and fast cooking but, not so good when you need to turn a rack of ribs into tender, smoky barbecue. However, there are some tricks you can use. To get the best possible ribs from your gas grill, all you need is this three step process.
Cooking ribs with a genuine barbecue flavor using a gas grill is often a challenge. Gas grills are great for hot and fast cooking but, not so good when you need to turn a rack of ribs into tender, smoky barbecue. However, there are some tricks you can use. To get the best possible ribs from your gas grill, all you need is this three step process.
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.
Big Daddy’s Carolina Sauce
Big Daddy says, "This is Carolina style barbecue sauce." This means that it is vinegar and mustard based,
Big Daddy says, "This is Carolina style barbecue sauce." This means that it is vinegar and mustard based,
Top 10 Gas Grills under \$250
Don't want to spend a lot on a Gas Grill? These are the best inexpensive Grills on the Market. Save money and get grilling.
Don't want to spend a lot on a Gas Grill? These are the best inexpensive Grills on the Market. Save money and get grilling.
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.
Big Green Egg (Large)
Is the Big Green Egg really Worth it? Read this charcoal grill/smoker review to find out. Then you decide if you want to buy it.
Is the Big Green Egg really Worth it? Read this charcoal grill/smoker review to find out. Then you decide if you want to buy it.
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.
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.
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.
Pulled Pork: The Meat
Smoked low and slow can turn a tough hunk of pork into a delicacy. Find out how to cook up this meat for the perfect sandwich.
Smoked low and slow can turn a tough hunk of pork into a delicacy. Find out how to cook up this meat for the perfect sandwich.
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 Steak Recipes
Looking for a delicious steak for your next cookout or family meal? Try these recipes for an experience that is so much more than just a grilled steak.
Looking for a delicious steak for your next cookout or family meal? Try these recipes for an experience that is so much more than just a grilled steak.
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.
Perfect Steak
: I'm new at grilling and love a thick juicy filet mignon. What's the secret? Just how do you grill the
: I'm new at grilling and love a thick juicy filet mignon. What's the secret? Just how do you grill the
Grilling Chicken
Chicken is one of the most popular foods to hit the grill and one of the ones that gives people the most trouble. What you need to get is even, complete cooking of different sized pieces, prevent burning and flare-ups and end up with chicken that is flavorful, tender, and moist. To do this, we are going to plan out a method that accomplish all this simply and with the least effort. Once you have mastered this you will be grilling chicken as frequently as you do burgers or steaks.
Chicken is one of the most popular foods to hit the grill and one of the ones that gives people the most trouble. What you need to get is even, complete cooking of different sized pieces, prevent burning and flare-ups and end up with chicken that is flavorful, tender, and moist. To do this, we are going to plan out a method that accomplish all this simply and with the least effort. Once you have mastered this you will be grilling chicken as frequently as you do burgers or steaks.
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.
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.
St. Louis Barbecue Sauce
St. Louis Barbecue Sauce is thinner and has more of a tangy flavor than its Kansas City cousin. Being at the crossroads St. Louis style barbecue has many influences, so there are a number of ways of making this style sauce.
St. Louis Barbecue Sauce is thinner and has more of a tangy flavor than its Kansas City cousin. Being at the crossroads St. Louis style barbecue has many influences, so there are a number of ways of making this style sauce.
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 Smokers under \$400
The 10 best smokers under $400 for making true, low and slow barbecue. These smokers offer a wide variety
The 10 best smokers under $400 for making true, low and slow barbecue. These smokers offer a wide variety
Classic BBQ Rib Sauce
There is a flavor that is great BBQ Ribs. This sauce helps you get there, whether you smoked your ribs low and slow for hours, or baked them in the oven. This BBQ Rib Sauce has a touch of heat, a touch of smoke, and a lot of flavor.
There is a flavor that is great BBQ Ribs. This sauce helps you get there, whether you smoked your ribs low and slow for hours, or baked them in the oven. This BBQ Rib Sauce has a touch of heat, a touch of smoke, and a lot of flavor.
Top 10 Chicken Marinade Recipes
Have a problem with chicken drying out on the grill? Try a good poultry marinade to not only help prevent meats from drying out, but to also protect the more delicate chicken while also adding flavor. When marinating poultry makes sure to separate pieces to allow the marinade to reach as much of the meat as possible.
Have a problem with chicken drying out on the grill? Try a good poultry marinade to not only help prevent meats from drying out, but to also protect the more delicate chicken while also adding flavor. When marinating poultry makes sure to separate pieces to allow the marinade to reach as much of the meat as possible.
Top 10 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.
London Broil
What is a London Broil? Where does it come from? How do you prepare it? Get your London Broil answers.
What is a London Broil? Where does it come from? How do you prepare it? Get your London Broil answers.
Top 10 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.
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.
Ribs on a Charcoal Grill
Pork ribs are among the most popular items to cook and the one that gives most people the most trouble.
Pork ribs are among the most popular items to cook and the one that gives most people the most trouble.
Common Gas Grill Problems
You’d think that your gas grill is pretty straightforward and dependable. But then something goes wrong. Most times it’s actually something that can be solved quickly and easily. Try these tips to get your grill working perfectly again and avoid a ruined cookout.
You’d think that your gas grill is pretty straightforward and dependable. But then something goes wrong. Most times it’s actually something that can be solved quickly and easily. Try these tips to get your grill working perfectly again and avoid a ruined cookout.
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.
Best way to light Charcoal?
What is the best way to light charcoal? - First of all the best way is not to use easy, fast or self lighting charcoal. Depending on your preferences you can use a charcoal chimney, which is best or the old tried and true lighter fluid.
What is the best way to light charcoal? - First of all the best way is not to use easy, fast or self lighting charcoal. Depending on your preferences you can use a charcoal chimney, which is best or the old tried and true lighter fluid.
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.
Top 10 Pork Chop Recipes
Pork chops are one of the easiest meats to grill. Personally I won't have one any other way. The secret is to not cook it the way Mom always did. Pork chops should be moist and tender, not cooked to a dry piece of shoe leather. These pork chops recipes do just that, add loads of flavor without overcooking them. You might also want to try stuffed pork chops for something even better.
Pork chops are one of the easiest meats to grill. Personally I won't have one any other way. The secret is to not cook it the way Mom always did. Pork chops should be moist and tender, not cooked to a dry piece of shoe leather. These pork chops recipes do just that, add loads of flavor without overcooking them. You might also want to try stuffed pork chops for something even better.
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.
Memphis Rub
In Memphis the Rub is the most important ingredient aside from the meat. Often ribs are served with only a rub and without sauce. This means that this barbecue rub has to provide all the flavor to make Memphis Style Barbecue. This rub starts with a generous portion of paprika and then builds a slightly spicy but definitely savory profile to help you make the most of your barbecue. This Memphis Rub is particularly good on ribs but can be used on any smoked meats.
In Memphis the Rub is the most important ingredient aside from the meat. Often ribs are served with only a rub and without sauce. This means that this barbecue rub has to provide all the flavor to make Memphis Style Barbecue. This rub starts with a generous portion of paprika and then builds a slightly spicy but definitely savory profile to help you make the most of your barbecue. This Memphis Rub is particularly good on ribs but can be used on any smoked meats.
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.
Which Grate is Best?
Which Grate material is best? Cast Iron, Stainless Steel, Porcelain, or Steel?
Which Grate material is best? Cast Iron, Stainless Steel, Porcelain, or Steel?
Steak Doneness
At medium rare your steak should be warm through the middle with a hint of red. Most of the center of the steak should be pink. The sides should be well browned, the top and bottom charred to a dark brown color.
At medium rare your steak should be warm through the middle with a hint of red. Most of the center of the steak should be pink. The sides should be well browned, the top and bottom charred to a dark brown color.
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.
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.
Best Odds Rib Rub
This rub is your "best odds" to smoking great set of ribs. This savory rub will add a lot of flavor without
This rub is your "best odds" to smoking great set of ribs. This savory rub will add a lot of flavor without
Light a Charcoal Grill
A simple how to on lighting a charcoal grill
A simple how to on lighting a charcoal grill
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.
How To Grill Hamburgers
a simple how to on grilling hamburgers
a simple how to on grilling hamburgers
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.
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.
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. While fish do benefit from the flavors of a marinade, it doesn't need a long marinating time making it great for quick meals.
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. While fish do benefit from the flavors of a marinade, it doesn't need a long marinating time making it great for quick meals.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ducane Affinity 4200
Several years ago Weber bought Ducane and created the Affinity line of gas grill. These are made in China at Weber's Factory. Until 2012 the Ducane grills were exclusive to the specialty retailers, but now they are a mainstay of the Lowe's product line. This version, the Ducane Affinity 4200, is exclusive to Lowe's. This is a 4-burner standard gas grill with a 12,000 BTU side burner. The design is simple, which isn't a bad thing.
Several years ago Weber bought Ducane and created the Affinity line of gas grill. These are made in China at Weber's Factory. Until 2012 the Ducane grills were exclusive to the specialty retailers, but now they are a mainstay of the Lowe's product line. This version, the Ducane Affinity 4200, is exclusive to Lowe's. This is a 4-burner standard gas grill with a 12,000 BTU side burner. The design is simple, which isn't a bad thing.
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.
Grilled Sweet Potatoes
It doesn't take a lot to make delicious sweet potatoes. These grilled sweet potato slices get a quick blanch in hot water and then hit the grill to cook up hot and fast. Best part is that most of the preparation can be done in advance.
It doesn't take a lot to make delicious sweet potatoes. These grilled sweet potato slices get a quick blanch in hot water and then hit the grill to cook up hot and fast. Best part is that most of the preparation can be done in advance.
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.
Marinated London Broil
This classic recipe for London Broil is marinated in wine and vinegar which makes it extra tender. If you really want to make it authentic try getting a Flank Steak.
This classic recipe for London Broil is marinated in wine and vinegar which makes it extra tender. If you really want to make it authentic try getting a Flank Steak.
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.
Memphis Barbecue Sauce
Traditionally Memphis Barbecue is served without a sauce, but since rules are made to be broken, many Memphis BBQ Joints have sauces available, either on the side or by special order. This sauce captures the complexity of Memphis Barbecue in a rich sauce that has a mixture or sweet and vinegar with a hint of heat.
Traditionally Memphis Barbecue is served without a sauce, but since rules are made to be broken, many Memphis BBQ Joints have sauces available, either on the side or by special order. This sauce captures the complexity of Memphis Barbecue in a rich sauce that has a mixture or sweet and vinegar with a hint of heat.
Piedmont Barbecue Sauce
This is a classic Carolina Style Barbecue Sauce. Typically, served on smoked pork (at the table), this thin, vinegar based sauce has tons of flavor.
This is a classic Carolina Style Barbecue Sauce. Typically, served on smoked pork (at the table), this thin, vinegar based sauce has tons of flavor.
Grills between \$250 and \$500
In this price range you start to get into some good gas grills, but you have to be careful because there are a lot of great looking grills out there that only look great. The first rule for gas grills between $250 and $500 is to avoid stainless steel. Stainless steel is expensive so manufacturers use cheap stainless on these grills to make them look shiny in the store. Unfortunately they don't stay that way once you get them home.
In this price range you start to get into some good gas grills, but you have to be careful because there are a lot of great looking grills out there that only look great. The first rule for gas grills between $250 and $500 is to avoid stainless steel. Stainless steel is expensive so manufacturers use cheap stainless on these grills to make them look shiny in the store. Unfortunately they don't stay that way once you get them home.
Top 10 Kamado Grills
Kamado grills are ceramic charcoal cookers that claim to have originated in Japan a thousand years ago. These days there are many models on the market from several manufacturers. This top 10 list is here to help you find the best grill for the money and make the most of your investment.
Kamado grills are ceramic charcoal cookers that claim to have originated in Japan a thousand years ago. These days there are many models on the market from several manufacturers. This top 10 list is here to help you find the best grill for the money and make the most of your investment.
Beer Can Chicken
This basic variation of the " beer in the butt " chicken recipe combines the flavors of a great spice
This basic variation of the " beer in the butt " chicken recipe combines the flavors of a great spice
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.
Infrared
It has been called the microwave of the outdoor kitchen, but is infrared really the secret to better grilling? Dozens of companies are betting that you will pay a lot of money to get a grill that cooks hotter and faster. The problem is, will it help you grill better?
It has been called the microwave of the outdoor kitchen, but is infrared really the secret to better grilling? Dozens of companies are betting that you will pay a lot of money to get a grill that cooks hotter and faster. The problem is, will it help you grill better?
Weber Genesis E-330
Simply put the Weber Genesis line of grills are the best you can buy in this price range and beyond. The list price is $949USD but you can typically find it for around $800USD. What you get with the E-330 is a three burner grill (available in three colors), a 12,000 BTU side burner, and a 10,000 BTU internally mounted sear burner. Other models in this series come without the side burner or the sear burner. You decide which configuration works for you and buy only what you need.
Simply put the Weber Genesis line of grills are the best you can buy in this price range and beyond. The list price is $949USD but you can typically find it for around $800USD. What you get with the E-330 is a three burner grill (available in three colors), a 12,000 BTU side burner, and a 10,000 BTU internally mounted sear burner. Other models in this series come without the side burner or the sear burner. You decide which configuration works for you and buy only what you need.
Top 10 Rib Recipes
The Best Rib Recipes for Grilling or Smoking BBQ Ribs. These Rib Recipes for Pork or Beef Ribs are sure to please.
The Best Rib Recipes for Grilling or Smoking BBQ Ribs. These Rib Recipes for Pork or Beef Ribs are sure to please.
Grilled Lobster Tails
This grilled lobster is perfect for any occasion. If you don't have a lot of experience grilling shellfish, then this recipe is for you.
This grilled lobster is perfect for any occasion. If you don't have a lot of experience grilling shellfish, then this recipe is for you.
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.
Top 10 Brisket Rub Recipes
Beef Brisket is the most challenging barbecue and the first step is getting the right rub. These are the 10 best brisket rub recipes I have and are certain to help you make the best barbecue brisket possible.
Beef Brisket is the most challenging barbecue and the first step is getting the right rub. These are the 10 best brisket rub recipes I have and are certain to help you make the best barbecue brisket possible.
Tp 10 Gas Grills \$1000 to \$2000
Gas Grills in this price range should be powerful, have good features, and quality construction. This doesn't mean complete stainless steel construction, but it does mean durable construction. Look for brand names and be prepared to look beyond the big box stores. The best place to find these gas grills is at a local Barbecue Products Specialty Store.
Gas Grills in this price range should be powerful, have good features, and quality construction. This doesn't mean complete stainless steel construction, but it does mean durable construction. Look for brand names and be prepared to look beyond the big box stores. The best place to find these gas grills is at a local Barbecue Products Specialty Store.
Skillet Cooking a Steak
The best steak restaurant steak isn't grilled, it's fried. Yes, what you need is a flaming hot, heavy, cast iron skillet. You'll also need a hot grill (or oven), a good steak, butter, salt, pepper, herbs and a meat thermometer.
The best steak restaurant steak isn't grilled, it's fried. Yes, what you need is a flaming hot, heavy, cast iron skillet. You'll also need a hot grill (or oven), a good steak, butter, salt, pepper, herbs and a meat thermometer.
Best Odds Pulled Pork Sauce
This is the sauce you add to a pulled pork after it has been smoked and pulled. It is best to combine it with the pork in a saucepan over a low heat.
This is the sauce you add to a pulled pork after it has been smoked and pulled. It is best to combine it with the pork in a saucepan over a low heat.
Bacon Double Cheese Burgers
This bacon cheeseburger has the bacon and cheese stuffed inside the patty. A little surprise for a great tasting burger. This recipe comes from Janis Novak.
This bacon cheeseburger has the bacon and cheese stuffed inside the patty. A little surprise for a great tasting burger. This recipe comes from Janis Novak.
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.
Grilling Corn on the Cob
There are few things better than fresh corn on the cob. As a kid we grew a small patch of corn in the yard because Dad wouldn't eat corn that wasn't as fresh as possible. Now why would you want to boil all the flavor out of corn that fresh. Roasted on the grill you preserve the freshness of the corn and add the smokiness of the grill. So next time you find yourself with some really fresh corn on the cob, try grilling it for the best flavor.
There are few things better than fresh corn on the cob. As a kid we grew a small patch of corn in the yard because Dad wouldn't eat corn that wasn't as fresh as possible. Now why would you want to boil all the flavor out of corn that fresh. Roasted on the grill you preserve the freshness of the corn and add the smokiness of the grill. So next time you find yourself with some really fresh corn on the cob, try grilling it for the best flavor.
Top 10 Vinegar BBQ Sauces
Vinegar based barbecue sauces come in a wide number of varieties and most people who use and love these sauces are pretty militant about how they should be prepared. Some come with tomato, others with mustard, some are spicy hot, while others are not. One thing for certain, a good vinegar barbecue sauce should give foods (particularly pork) a tangy flavor. If you like that rich flavor then these are the sauces for you.
Vinegar based barbecue sauces come in a wide number of varieties and most people who use and love these sauces are pretty militant about how they should be prepared. Some come with tomato, others with mustard, some are spicy hot, while others are not. One thing for certain, a good vinegar barbecue sauce should give foods (particularly pork) a tangy flavor. If you like that rich flavor then these are the sauces for you.
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.
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.
Top 10 Smokers over \$400
The 10 best smokers over $400 for making true, low and slow barbecue. These smokers offer a wide variety
The 10 best smokers over $400 for making true, low and slow barbecue. These smokers offer a wide variety
BBQ Chicken Thighs
When the hardcore barbecue crowd hit the competitions they cook chicken thighs. These barbecue masterpieces are what you win with in the chicken category. This recipe is not those thighs. This is much easier to grill and nearly as good.
When the hardcore barbecue crowd hit the competitions they cook chicken thighs. These barbecue masterpieces are what you win with in the chicken category. This recipe is not those thighs. This is much easier to grill and nearly as good.
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.
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.
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.
Jack Daniel's Rib Glaze
Use this barbecue sauce toward the end of cooking. You want the sauce to cook on to the surface of the ribs, but you don't want it to burn.
Use this barbecue sauce toward the end of cooking. You want the sauce to cook on to the surface of the ribs, but you don't want it to burn.
Top 10 Grilled Salmon Recipes
These easy grilled salmon recipes are my most popular. Salmon is a great fish for the grill these salmon recipes are the best.
These easy grilled salmon recipes are my most popular. Salmon is a great fish for the grill these salmon recipes are the best.
Beef Tri-Tip
Beef’s best kept secret is this relatively inexpensive, yet tender and tasty steak cut from the bottom half of the sirloin. You may have to search for this cut, but it is definitely worth it. Try marinating then give them a quick sear before finishing them off on a low temperature. Tender and delicious.
Beef’s best kept secret is this relatively inexpensive, yet tender and tasty steak cut from the bottom half of the sirloin. You may have to search for this cut, but it is definitely worth it. Try marinating then give them a quick sear before finishing them off on a low temperature. Tender and delicious.
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.
North Carolina Chicken Sauce
Smoked and pulled chicken takes half the time of pulled pork and gives you the fixings for a great barbecue sandwich. This sauce finishes off barbecue chicken perfectly.
Smoked and pulled chicken takes half the time of pulled pork and gives you the fixings for a great barbecue sandwich. This sauce finishes off barbecue chicken perfectly.
BBQ Ribs
There are many wrong ways to make great BBQ Ribs. Fortunately, there are many right ways too. Smoking pork ribs, low and slow, with the right rub and the right sauce is going to give you delicious BBQ Ribs as long as you watch the temperature and take your time. Follow these basics steps to make the best BBQ Ribs you have ever eaten and once you master the basics you will be able to put your own flavor and methods into the process to make ribs uniquely your own.
There are many wrong ways to make great BBQ Ribs. Fortunately, there are many right ways too. Smoking pork ribs, low and slow, with the right rub and the right sauce is going to give you delicious BBQ Ribs as long as you watch the temperature and take your time. Follow these basics steps to make the best BBQ Ribs you have ever eaten and once you master the basics you will be able to put your own flavor and methods into the process to make ribs uniquely your own.
Top 10 Memorial Day Recipes
It's called the unofficial start of summer and this Memorial Day gives you the opportunity to break out the grill or smoker to start the summer right. These recipes were the most popular for Memorial Day last year and they are a great start to your summer barbecue season.
It's called the unofficial start of summer and this Memorial Day gives you the opportunity to break out the grill or smoker to start the summer right. These recipes were the most popular for Memorial Day last year and they are a great start to your summer barbecue season.
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.
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.
top 10 tri tip recipes
The Tri-Tip, whether roast or steak, has grown from a little know California cut of beef to a popular piece of meat, showing up in stores across the country and more and more, around the world. Tri-Tip isn't the most tender cut, but the fine distribution of fat can make it flavorful and juicy if you cooking it (think grill) right.
The Tri-Tip, whether roast or steak, has grown from a little know California cut of beef to a popular piece of meat, showing up in stores across the country and more and more, around the world. Tri-Tip isn't the most tender cut, but the fine distribution of fat can make it flavorful and juicy if you cooking it (think grill) right.
Grilled Zucchini
If you take small zucchini and cut them lengthwise, you'll find that it's really easy to grill. I suggest sprinkling a little Parmesan cheese over them before you serve.
If you take small zucchini and cut them lengthwise, you'll find that it's really easy to grill. I suggest sprinkling a little Parmesan cheese over them before you serve.
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.
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 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.
About Pulled Pork
Long ago, settlers brought pigs to the United States and left them to wander the wild. This climate where
Long ago, settlers brought pigs to the United States and left them to wander the wild. This climate where
Peruvian Roasted Chicken
This great rotisserie chicken recipe became hugely popular along the East Coast of the United States a few years back. Know as Super Chicken, El Pollo Rico, or Peruvian Chicken this is a tasty way to make a bird with enough flavor to satisfy anyone, but mild enough for everyone.
This great rotisserie chicken recipe became hugely popular along the East Coast of the United States a few years back. Know as Super Chicken, El Pollo Rico, or Peruvian Chicken this is a tasty way to make a bird with enough flavor to satisfy anyone, but mild enough for everyone.
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.
Top 10 Chicken Wing Recipes
Chicken wings are great for any occasion. They are even better when grilled up with all that extra smoky flavor. These chicken wing recipes represent the best and most popular I have. Grill them up as appetizers, snacks or for meals and put them out for the kids or the big game. Chicken wings are quick to cook, easy to prepare and are loaded with flavor making them the perfect chicken piece.
Chicken wings are great for any occasion. They are even better when grilled up with all that extra smoky flavor. These chicken wing recipes represent the best and most popular I have. Grill them up as appetizers, snacks or for meals and put them out for the kids or the big game. Chicken wings are quick to cook, easy to prepare and are loaded with flavor making them the perfect chicken piece.
Grilled Tri-Tip Roast
This simple tri-tip roast is perfect for many uses. Grill it up, low and slow, and serve it as it is, or cut it up for fajitas, tacos, enchiladas or anything else that calls for a flavorful meat.
This simple tri-tip roast is perfect for many uses. Grill it up, low and slow, and serve it as it is, or cut it up for fajitas, tacos, enchiladas or anything else that calls for a flavorful meat.
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.
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 or at the very least, explore the varieties of barbecue's classic dish.
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 or at the very least, explore the varieties of barbecue's classic dish.
Cleaning Stainless Steel
Keeping your stainless steel grill clean and shiny isn’t as easy as you might think. Just because they call it stainless doesn’t mean it won’t stain, discolor or rust. You need to actually take care of it and keep it clean if you want it to look good years down the road.
Keeping your stainless steel grill clean and shiny isn’t as easy as you might think. Just because they call it stainless doesn’t mean it won’t stain, discolor or rust. You need to actually take care of it and keep it clean if you want it to look good years down the road.
Top 10 Grilled Shrimp Recipes
There are lots of ways to cook shrimp but there is only one right way. Call be biased but if you are not grilling shrimp you are not cooking shrimp right. These grilled shrimp recipes are the most popular of all the shrimp recipes on my site. Give these a try and I promise you won't be steaming or frying shrimp anymore.
There are lots of ways to cook shrimp but there is only one right way. Call be biased but if you are not grilling shrimp you are not cooking shrimp right. These grilled shrimp recipes are the most popular of all the shrimp recipes on my site. Give these a try and I promise you won't be steaming or frying shrimp anymore.
Top 10 Pork Marinade Recipes
Pork is a meat that can always benefit from a good marinade. I generally recommend reducing the salt content of marinades used with pork to prevent a curing effect that can leave some cuts with a ham like texture. When marinating pork, remember that the thickness of the meat (not the bone) determines how long to marinate.
Pork is a meat that can always benefit from a good marinade. I generally recommend reducing the salt content of marinades used with pork to prevent a curing effect that can leave some cuts with a ham like texture. When marinating pork, remember that the thickness of the meat (not the bone) determines how long to marinate.
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.
Charcoal vs Gas
The debate of charcoal versus gas started the day after the first gas grill was introduced and has been raging ever since. This is the first question you need to answer before you set out to buy a new grill. But before you can answer it there's a few things you need to know first.
The debate of charcoal versus gas started the day after the first gas grill was introduced and has been raging ever since. This is the first question you need to answer before you set out to buy a new grill. But before you can answer it there's a few things you need to know first.
Making Hamburger Patties
There are a lot of ways to make a good hamburger patty. You can choose ground beef, pork, lamb, sausage, turkey, or more. You can stuff the patties full of garlic, cheese, spices, peppers, or virtually anything small enough to fit. You can mix into the ground meat, eggs, bread crumbs, cream, and everything but the kitchen sink. Regardless of what you put in (and simpler is usually better), you need to make the right patty.
There are a lot of ways to make a good hamburger patty. You can choose ground beef, pork, lamb, sausage, turkey, or more. You can stuff the patties full of garlic, cheese, spices, peppers, or virtually anything small enough to fit. You can mix into the ground meat, eggs, bread crumbs, cream, and everything but the kitchen sink. Regardless of what you put in (and simpler is usually better), you need to make the right patty.
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.
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.
Greek Lamb Marinade
This Greek-style marinade can be applied to any meat, but is particularly good on lamb. Let the meat marinate for a while so the flavors can infuse.
This Greek-style marinade can be applied to any meat, but is particularly good on lamb. Let the meat marinate for a while so the flavors can infuse.
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.
Gas Grills between \$500 and \$1500
You're ready to make a serious investment and you want a serious gas grill. You can get a great grill for between $500 and $1500USD. You can also get a pretty bad grill. There are a lot of gimmicks in this price range and while you can get a great gas grill, you can't get a full feature outdoor kitchen for this much money. Focus on grilling abilities and the features you need rather than fancy grills on showroom floors and remember to know before you shop.
You're ready to make a serious investment and you want a serious gas grill. You can get a great grill for between $500 and $1500USD. You can also get a pretty bad grill. There are a lot of gimmicks in this price range and while you can get a great gas grill, you can't get a full feature outdoor kitchen for this much money. Focus on grilling abilities and the features you need rather than fancy grills on showroom floors and remember to know before you shop.
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.
Char-Broil RED 3 463250511
For 2011, Char-Broil has made some design changes to its RED line of infrared grills, largely to address the long preheat times that this grill suffered from. The boosted output of the main burners will heat the grill faster. However, this still leaves the problem of the central component, the infrared U-emitter, not being able to take the heat. While this grill can produce some impressive heat and grill up some great steaks, issues with design and the quality of components limit its lifespan.
For 2011, Char-Broil has made some design changes to its RED line of infrared grills, largely to address the long preheat times that this grill suffered from. The boosted output of the main burners will heat the grill faster. However, this still leaves the problem of the central component, the infrared U-emitter, not being able to take the heat. While this grill can produce some impressive heat and grill up some great steaks, issues with design and the quality of components limit its lifespan.
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.
Broil King Monarch 40
If you are serious about grilling and want a grill that delivers both high, even heat and gives you a lot of control then this is a great grill for you. It might not look modern but Broil King has been making great grills for years. This model will give you plenty of space at 350 square inches or primary cooking area and a total of 520 square inches. The engineering of this grill is excellent, too bad the design is so bland.
If you are serious about grilling and want a grill that delivers both high, even heat and gives you a lot of control then this is a great grill for you. It might not look modern but Broil King has been making great grills for years. This model will give you plenty of space at 350 square inches or primary cooking area and a total of 520 square inches. The engineering of this grill is excellent, too bad the design is so bland.
Char-Broil Gourmet TRU-Infrared 463251012
For 2012, Char-Broil has renamed this line of infrared grills to TRU-Infrared, to reinforce their focus
For 2012, Char-Broil has renamed this line of infrared grills to TRU-Infrared, to reinforce their focus
The Flat Iron Steak
The Flat Iron Steak (also know as a Top Blade Steak ), now appearing in grocery stores and on restaurant
The Flat Iron Steak (also know as a Top Blade Steak ), now appearing in grocery stores and on restaurant
Grilling Steaks - Step by Step
To get your steak cooked right you need to do this hot and fast. This sears the surface giving the steak a crisp, caramelized surface while letting you pick how well you want it done in the middle. This means that you need to get you grill as hot as it will go. If you are using charcoal you need a heavy layer of burning, white hot charcoal. If you are using a gas grill you need to let that grill heat up as hot as it will go.
To get your steak cooked right you need to do this hot and fast. This sears the surface giving the steak a crisp, caramelized surface while letting you pick how well you want it done in the middle. This means that you need to get you grill as hot as it will go. If you are using charcoal you need a heavy layer of burning, white hot charcoal. If you are using a gas grill you need to let that grill heat up as hot as it will go.
All Gone Onion Burgers
Lee Custer sent in this recipe for burger patties loaded with intense flavor.
Lee Custer sent in this recipe for burger patties loaded with intense flavor.
Turkey: Smoking
Smoke your turkey for better flavor and make the most of your Holiday Meal. Smoking turkey is not only easy, but delicious.
Smoke your turkey for better flavor and make the most of your Holiday Meal. Smoking turkey is not only easy, but delicious.
Gas Grills between \$2000 and \$4000
The top 10 gas grills between the price of $2,000 and $4,000 on the market. 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 10 gas grills between the price of $2,000 and $4,000 on the market. 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.
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.
Brisket - Step by Step
Your brisket has been cooking for many hours and now you are starting to wonder when it will be ready. That means it is time to check the temperature. Because of the mixed meat and fat structure of the brisket this isn't as straightforward as you might think. Fat heats faster than meat so you might find that the internal temperature of your brisket is very different depending on where you take your reading.
Your brisket has been cooking for many hours and now you are starting to wonder when it will be ready. That means it is time to check the temperature. Because of the mixed meat and fat structure of the brisket this isn't as straightforward as you might think. Fat heats faster than meat so you might find that the internal temperature of your brisket is very different depending on where you take your reading.
Kitchenaid 30-Inch Model# 720-0745A
This is a big, shiny, full feature gas grill with the KitchenAid name stamped right in the middle of the lid. You get a pair of halogen lights, a powerful infrared side, searing burner, a infrared rotisserie burner, and complete stainless steel construction. I mean everything on this grill is stainless steel, well except for the plastic knobs. This grill will get attention and certainly divert people from better quality products, and that's a shame.
This is a big, shiny, full feature gas grill with the KitchenAid name stamped right in the middle of the lid. You get a pair of halogen lights, a powerful infrared side, searing burner, a infrared rotisserie burner, and complete stainless steel construction. I mean everything on this grill is stainless steel, well except for the plastic knobs. This grill will get attention and certainly divert people from better quality products, and that's a shame.
Converting a Gas Grill to Lava Rocks
Long ago gas grills used stone to separate the flame from the food. Typically, found in lava rocks in the lower priced grills, this barrier absorbed heat, evening the flame that caused drippings to quickly combust producing smoke that flavored the food. These days, grease is managed by channeling it away from the burners to reduce flare-ups. This action decreases smoke, though some might complain, it eliminates authentic grilled flavor.
Long ago gas grills used stone to separate the flame from the food. Typically, found in lava rocks in the lower priced grills, this barrier absorbed heat, evening the flame that caused drippings to quickly combust producing smoke that flavored the food. These days, grease is managed by channeling it away from the burners to reduce flare-ups. This action decreases smoke, though some might complain, it eliminates authentic grilled flavor.
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.
Garlic Honey Pork Chops
Want the secret to a fast grilled meal? Mix up this marinade the night before. Put the pork chops and the marinade in a resealable bag and refrigerate. The next day you can light the grill and have the chops ready in less time than it takes to put together a salad.
Want the secret to a fast grilled meal? Mix up this marinade the night before. Put the pork chops and the marinade in a resealable bag and refrigerate. The next day you can light the grill and have the chops ready in less time than it takes to put together a salad.
Aging Beef
You bought a great steak at the store, lightly seasoned it and grilled to perfection, but it just doesn't taste the same as that high priced restaurant steak. Why? Probably because your steak wasn't aged. Turns out fresh isn't all it's cracked up to be when it comes to a great steak. Aging is the nearly lost art of the perfect cut of beef. Aging intensifies the flavor of beef and leaves you with a more tender (and smaller) cut that is as near perfection as you can reach in meat.
You bought a great steak at the store, lightly seasoned it and grilled to perfection, but it just doesn't taste the same as that high priced restaurant steak. Why? Probably because your steak wasn't aged. Turns out fresh isn't all it's cracked up to be when it comes to a great steak. Aging is the nearly lost art of the perfect cut of beef. Aging intensifies the flavor of beef and leaves you with a more tender (and smaller) cut that is as near perfection as you can reach in meat.
Gas Grill Repair
Understanding the anatomy of your grill will take you a long way towards fixing it yourself.
Understanding the anatomy of your grill will take you a long way towards fixing it yourself.
Brining Poultry
Brining poultry, whether large pieces or small, will add moisture and make the meat more tender. Add some flavor to the brine and you add flavor to the poultry. This is the biggest secret whether you are cooking a whole bird or just a pile of wings.
Brining poultry, whether large pieces or small, will add moisture and make the meat more tender. Add some flavor to the brine and you add flavor to the poultry. This is the biggest secret whether you are cooking a whole bird or just a pile of wings.
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.
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.
Top 10 Brisket Marinade Recipes
A marinade is the first layer of flavor for a great smoked brisket. Being about the toughest cut of meat on the market, brisket needs a strong marinade to start the process that ends with a smokey, flavorful, and tender slice of barbecue. These 10 marinade recipes are the most popular I have and will help you make the most of your brisket investment.
A marinade is the first layer of flavor for a great smoked brisket. Being about the toughest cut of meat on the market, brisket needs a strong marinade to start the process that ends with a smokey, flavorful, and tender slice of barbecue. These 10 marinade recipes are the most popular I have and will help you make the most of your brisket investment.
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.
Smoke
Aromatic wood smoke enhances flavors and adds the necessary piece to any outdoor cooking. Choosing the right wood for the right dish is the secret to true barbecue and the best grilling.
Aromatic wood smoke enhances flavors and adds the necessary piece to any outdoor cooking. Choosing the right wood for the right dish is the secret to true barbecue and the best grilling.
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.
Brining
If you aren't brining meats before you grill, smoke, or roast then, you are missing out on a tastier, more tender meal. Learn how to make a brine that will change the texture and flavor meats for the better.
If you aren't brining meats before you grill, smoke, or roast then, you are missing out on a tastier, more tender meal. Learn how to make a brine that will change the texture and flavor meats for the better.