The variety of BBQ sauces is almost as widespread as the spelling of Barbecue itself. BBQ, 'Que, barbecue, barbeque ... Red sauce, yellow sauce and Alabama White Sauce. The meats themselves are prepared very similarly but the sauce is the necessary accessory and can take the chopped pork into a number of different flavor realms. The word Barbecue comes from the Spanish word “barbacoa” or “barabicoa” which is from Taino Native American tribe of Caribbean and Florida. In different regions of … [Read more...]
Weber iGrill 3 Review
Weber iGrill 3 is the third product in the new Weber iGrill technology helping you to connect your Genesis II or LX grills with your smart phone. The iGrill 3 is the ideal tool for an amateur griller who needs their meats cooked to the exact temp. Simply put up to four probes into your meat, select the kind of meat on your application, and let it inform you when the required internal temperature is accomplished. The Weber iGrill 3 is controlled by a free iOS and Android application and a … [Read more...]
Sausage Stuffed Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Peppers
Jalapeño Poppers are a great appetizer for any BBQ or Football party, but frying is messy and a pain to clean up. I came across a recipe on the internet for grilled poppers and made some modifications and this is the recipe I use when making poppers at our house. They are mild and have great smokey flavor. This is something you can put on the smoker during your long smokes to have as a snack and hold you over till the main course is ready. Ingredients: 8-10 large fresh jalapeño peppers 1 … [Read more...]
Char-Griller Akorn Mustard Crusted Cedar Planked Salmon
Some backyard "Pit-masters" are intimidated when it comes to grilling fish. Most are afraid of the fish falling apart or just not turning out with good flavor. I have found that the best answer to holding your fish together and adding great flavor is to plank cooking. I am sure you have all seen the cedar planks in the seafood section of your local market. I have used this method for the last several years while grilling fish and have had great success. I have grilled halibut, grouper, and of … [Read more...]
Char-Griller Akorn Smoked Pork Butt
Pulled pork is a staple in a good BBQ Pit-masters recipe book. I have made pulled pork flavored in many ways but found that simple BBQ is the best. This is a very easy recipe and I found having the Char-Griller Akorn makes it even easier. I had used my Weber kettle when making my BBQ for the last few years but since getting the Akorn I found it a lot easier and more consistent. With the Akorn you can control the temperature much better and are not tethered to the grill all day adding charcoal … [Read more...]
