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...]
Char-Griller Akorn Steak Grilled Stuffed Burritos
I enjoy taking a popular food at a restaurant and making it better. Real grilled stuffed burritos are much better when made at home on a real grill. This is a fun recipe and takes a little organization to be successful but the reward is definitely worth the work put in. When you start with fresh ingredients you will be surprised at how much better they turn out than at your local Taco place. This is one of my first direct grill recipes on the Char-Griller Akorn and was quite excited at how it … [Read more...]
Chargriller Akorn Smoked Pot Roast
Well, it has been a while since I have been able to write a new post. My wife and I have transferred from Alabama back to Michigan and I have needed the summer to get settled into my new job. I haven't had time to BBQ at all and feel as though I lost the entire summer season. It should be a lot of fun being back in Michigan and getting to grill and BBQ in the snow and cold. So since it was spitting snow flakes and freezing rain I decided to make a good hearty winter meal. Pot Roast reminds me of … [Read more...]