Beef

A Steak to Remember: Smoked Flank Steak

I know that there is a greater focus on ribeye and sirloin steaks, but you can't beat a good smoked flank steak. Steak is a personal favorite but considering the cost of most high-end cuts, it tends to be a rare option. This is why I decided to see what I could do with the […]

A Recipe to Remember: Traeger Smoked Beef Ribs

Although you may be more familiar with smoking baby back ribs, you have to give Traeger smoked beef ribs a try! They are smoky, flavorful, and have a gorgeous texture! I first got the recipe from a pitmaster on the competition circuit - but I promised to make it my own so I have been […]

A Diamond in the Rough: Costco Tri Tip

I have to admit that I get pretty excited whenever I get my hands on a Costco tri tip. The cut is affordable but there is just so much flavor to be extracted as long as you know how to prepare it. In this post, I will be showing you just what this cut is […]

A New Twist On An Old Favorite: Smoked Meatloaf

One of my pitmaster friends showed me the wonders of smoked meatloaf a few years ago. Ever since then, I have been tinkering with this recipe, trying to get it just right. And, now I think I have got it so you can share the recipe as well! Here is what you need to know: […]

The Best Ever Poor Mans Burnt Ends Recipe

One of the ways that I fuel my barbecue obsession is to frequently make the rounds of the best joints in Alabama, Texas, and Kansas City. It is in the last region that I discovered poor mans burnt ends and I have been obsessed ever since, working hard to recreate the recipes from my favorite […]

A Must-Try Method: Sous Vide London Broil

I learned how to sous vide steak in culinary school and then decided to give sous vide London broil a try - after all, this is an affordable cut and I wanted to see how well it could be prepared. It turned out great and I can now share the recipe with you! In this […]

Flavored Fun: Your Guide to Smoked London Broil

I only learned to make smoked London broil a couple of years ago. I heard about it from one of my chef friends and asked for a recipe. I tried and I liked it so much that I decided to see how I could take that recipe up a notch. Now you can see my […]

How Long to Smoke a Brisket at 225°F: Ultimate Guide

It takes around an hour per pound to smoke a brisket at 225°F. Cooking times are approximate when smoking large cuts like brisket - your brisket is done when a probe slides in with almost no resistance. Whole-packer briskets weigh 12 to 14 pounds or more. Smoking at 225°F makes for a long day of […]

From Press to Plate: Your Guide to Smoked Hamburgers

My family relied on smokers just as much as grills so I learned to enjoy smoked hamburgers at an early age. Of course, I have played around with the recipe and the smoking process since then, perfecting it. In this post, I will not only share one of my favorite recipes, but I will also […]

Smoked Ribeye Steak: Your Guide to a New Favorite!

The first time that I tried smoked ribeye steak was at a BBQ festival and I was hooked immediately. With a little bit of convincing, I managed to get the recipe off the stall owner. Over the years, I have played around with the original recipe, putting my own touches to it. It is now […]

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