If there’s one piece of gear that will immediately make you a better pitmaster, it’s a good thermometer. Not a fancier smoker, not a premium rub — a thermometer. Knowing exactly what’s happening inside your meat at any given moment is the difference between pulling a brisket at the perfect moment and serving something dry […]
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If you want pulled pork that’s ridiculously tender with a sweet-and-tangy bark, this one is for you. The bourbon brown sugar mop sauce builds layers of flavor as it cooks, and the finished pork shreds up like butter. This is one of those “feed a crowd” cooks that looks impressive but is honestly pretty hands-off
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Smoked Queso This smoky, cheesy dip is simple to make and easy to get creative with. It’s a great way to kick off any BBQ. Why You’ll Love This This recipe has been everywhere lately, and I get why — it’s insanely easy, it tastes awesome, and you can tweak it a dozen different ways
Smoking chicken is simple to do and is sure to be a hit at any BBQ. The chicken turns out incredibly tender and juicy, and it picks up an amazing smoky flavor you’re going to love. This is one of my favorite recipes because leftovers are so versatile. I’ll often cook two at once—one for
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This mayonaise based bbq sauce may sound a little strange but it is absolutely amazing on chicken. It has a tangy flavor to it that is similar to ranch and the cayenne pepper gives it just a touch of heat. If you have not had a chance to try this yet you definitely should. Cooking
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If you’re looking for a new side dish to try at your next get-together, this smoked mac and cheese is it. It takes classic comfort food and gives it a BBQ twist with just enough smoke to make it feel like it belongs right next to ribs, pulled pork, or brisket. Mac and cheese has
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If you’re looking for a next-level burger, this one delivers. You get a layer of flavor from the rub, another layer from the smoke, and then the stuffed center that’s absolutely loaded with savory goodness. Finish it with garlic aioli and a little BBQ sauce and it’s an unreal bite. This is one of those
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If you’re looking for an interesting game day meal, look no further. Over the top chili is chili cooked on the smoker with a giant meatball cooking above it and dripping into the pot. That smoky beef drippings + chili combo creates a ridiculously flavorful bowl of chili you’ll want to make again and again.
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If you love everything that comes with a traditional Thanksgiving meal, this smoked fatty is for you. It’s got mashed potatoes, stuffing, and cranberry sauce wrapped in seasoned ground turkey, then rolled up in a bacon weave and finished with a cranberry BBQ glaze. It’s smoky, sweet, savory, and way more fun than it has
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Looking for something different to serve at your next holiday feast? This smoked maple turkey is a fun twist on the classic roasted bird. Brined with honey and injected with a maple butter blend, it turns out unbelievably juicy with a subtle sweetness that pairs perfectly with smoky flavor. If you’ve never tried turkey on
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