Charcoal vs Gas – That’s the Burning Question
There is a serious debate raging in grilling circles on which fuel to use when grilling or smoking. As with anything, there are advantages and disadvantages on both sides of the coin. I'd like to try to sort out some of the facts for you. Gas Grilling Gas grills are very convenient. They light easily and quickly and "preheat" in a very short time. There is not much more space needed for gas grills since they are mostly self contained. You might want to consider an extra Propane tank however, for those "oops, I forgot to refill the tank" days. ...
The Thrill of the Grill
If you've been to my "About Me" page, you know that my first experiences in grilling ended with much less than desirable results. I completely destroyed the first couple of meals I attempted, and my wife was not too pleased. However, I'm not one to give up on anything, so I set out on a mission to find out what I was doing wrong. After a few weeks of research and a few more grilling sessions later, I slowly got the hang of it. I finally was able to produce a dish on the grill that was not half bad. It ...
Trying to Eat Healthier? – Think Grill
I know, I know - You're probably thinking I've gone off the deep end with this. Please, let me explain. Not everything we do on the grill or smoker has to be ribs, brisket or burgers. There are many different foods we can choose that not only are healthy, but also can be barbecued and taste great too. The following are just a few ideas. Chicken Chicken is one of the most popular healthy choices today. It's lean protein and easily done on the grill. That's right, it doesn't have to be dripping in sweet and tangy barbecue sauce every time. Chicken fillets ...
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Charcoal vs Gas – That’s the Burning Question
There is a serious debate raging in grilling circles on which fuel to use when grilling...
The Thrill of the Grill
If you’ve been to my “About Me” page, you know that my first experiences...
Trying to Eat Healthier? – Think Grill
I know, I know – You’re probably thinking I’ve gone off the deep...
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The Top 5 Smokers
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The Top 5 Gas Grills
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Your Must-Know Guide to Buying a Gas Barbecue Grill
With the grilling and barbecue season just around the corner, maybe you’re thinking of buying a new gas grill. There are a lot of things to consider before you make that purchase. I’ve had a chance over the last few years to look at many of the grills, both gas and charcoal, on the market today. I’d like to offer some insight on... [Read more of this review]
The Backyard Barbecue – A Great American Tradition
The backyard barbecue is a true institution – almost a right-of -passage for a vast majority of our great American population. I challenge you to find one person who hasn’t been to at least one backyard barbecue in the last year. I guarantee you can’t find even one person. The backyard barbecue is a great way for both family and friends... [Read more of this review]
No-Fail Strategy for Smoking the Perfect Barbecue Ribs
Believe me, there are many, many ways to cook ribs. Some recipes call for the ribs to be grilled directly over a hot fire, others cooked by indirect heat on the grill, but the ribs that taste the best by far are cooked “low and slow” on a smoker. The term “Low and Slow” refers to cooking the ribs at a very low temperature (about 225 degrees)... [Read more of this review]
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