I find that spritzing during longer bbq cooks helps retain moisture and leads to a better end product. Depending on the mixture you’re using you could also gain some flavor and color.
Prior to getting this bottle I had been using super cheap bottles acquired at a big box store. The price was right, but the quality was not. They lasted a couple cooks before the sprayer fell apart.
I went look for a higher quality food grade bottle and sprayer.
Kindle Edition books can be viewed on your Kindle Device or on free reader applications available for your iPhone, Android or Windows smart phone – and for your web browser.
3/18 7 AM Central: The Kindle edition of this title is selling for $0 as of this posting. Prices and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info.
Smoke it: Barbecue Cookbook: Mouth Watering Barbecue Sauces Rubs And Marinades
Ribs have been a go-to of mine since I started smoking. as far as cuts of meat, Ribs are by far the thing I’m most likely to smoke. Like a lot of backyard cooking enthusiasts I’ve tried many different methods with varying results.
I would say the 3/2/1 method is one of the most used techniques out there. 3 hours unwrapped, 2 hours wrapped, 1 hour unwrapped. I know this produces good results… for other people. I’ve done it dozens of times and personally struggle to make a consistently good rib, bouncing around between not tender enough and more often way too tender. With the latter, it’s common for me to have rendered most of the fat out of the ribs only to be left with fall apart meat that’s lost most of it’s flavor.
I think the two hours wrapped is generally too long, again for me… I have know it works for some and if it works for you that’s great!
After a lot of playing around, I’ve finally settled on a 3, 1, 1/2 method. A lot of the credit for this goes to Aaron Franklin – Amazon author page. I have made some adjustments based on my equipment and tastes. Additional resources at the end of this write up.
The basics of this method are 3 hours unwrapped, 1 hour (or less) wrapped and 1/2 hour unwrapped. This is actually a hotter faster method compared to what I used to do.
BBQ&A with Myron Mixon
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Have you ever wondered if you can make good barbecue without a smoker, pit, or grill? If you need to use a rub or marinade? Not sure what a brisket is, whether you need to trim it, and if so, how? In BBQ&A with Myron Mixon, bestselling author and TV personality Myron Mixon answers the questions most frequently asked of him during his many live cooking demos, TV appearances, and private cooking classes. Myron’s lively, informative answers are paired with practical visuals and cover techniques and methods, flavors and preparations, recipes and formulas—all collected in one place for the first time by the winningest man in barbecue.
3/10 2 PM Central: This title is on sale for $14.88 in hardcover. For some pricing clarity, that’s less than the current e-book/Kindle edition price of $17.99. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info.
BBQ&A with Myron Mixon: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Barbecue – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link
Thermapen One by ThermoWorks
With full readings in ONE second or less, Thermapen ONE approaches the speed of thought—allowing you to focus exclusively on the quality of your work. Never has an instrument been able to achieve such speed and accuracy without sacrificing durability and usability…until now.
As of this posting, ThermoWorks is discounting the Thermapen ONE by a whopping 25% as part of a short sale. Valid on GREEN only.
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B&B Oak Lump Charcoal is 100% natural hardwood lump charcoal that burns hotter, longer, cleaner so a little goes a long way. The natural fiber of the wood accounts for the subtle, natural flavor that foods capture when cooked with B&B Lump Charcoal. This has made it “The Expert’s Choice for the Outdoor Barbequer” for many, many years. 100% natural oak lump charcoal. No harsh chemicals, additives, or fillers. Low Smoke Profile – High BTU. Burns hotter and longer, searing quickly, locking in flavor.
As of this posting, Wal-Mart has this for just $14.97. Spend $35 and shipping is also free to many US addresses.
B&B Charcoal 20lb Oak Lump Charcoal
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Thermapen One by ThermoWorks
With full readings in ONE second or less, Thermapen ONE approaches the speed of thought—allowing you to focus exclusively on the quality of your work. Never has an instrument been able to achieve such speed and accuracy without sacrificing durability and usability…until now.
As of this posting, ThermoWorks is discounting the Thermapen ONE by a whopping 25% as part of a short sale. Valid today 3/15 only.
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ThermoWorks is discounting the Smoke Long Range BBQ thermometer by 25% as part of a short sale. No coupon code required, check product page for current availability. Valid 3/15 only.
Smoke X™ Long-Range Remote BBQ Alarm Thermometer
Compatible With: Billows™ BBQ Temperature Control Fan Kit
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Oklahoma Joe’s 2778407DP 100% All-Natural Hardwood Apple Wood Pellets, (20 lb. Bag) – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link
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Billows™ BBQ Temperature Control Fan Kit
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Best-in-Class Airflow Technology: 46 CFM
This is why billows is able to stabilize and control temperature over your entire cook more efficiently than any competitor.
Controller Compatibility: Works with any ThermoWorks controller
Control your cook more efficiently with Billows and ThermaQ 2, SmokeX, or Signals.
Made to Fit Most Smokers
Easy to fit into any smoker’s BBQ fan opening.
(Optional mounting kits are available.)
Cook perfect, succulent BBQ meats over the course of many hours without having to worry about flareups, burn-outs, vent adjustments, or tending the coals. Confidently control your BBQ with ThermoWorks quality precision.
Billows now comes with Open Lid Detection, Billows returns the smoker to your set temp much quicker.
Maintains constant temperature control (±10°F/6°C typical) over entire cook
Fastest initial speed-to-temperature
Lowest overshoot, stabilizes faster
Control stability exceeds other units
One integrated system to monitor and control smoker and meat temps
Cool-touch industrial-molded weatherproof composite
Uses replaceable USB-C connector cables
True charcoal flavor without the hassle of fire tending
Engineered in Utah by ThermoWorks
When connected to a ThermoWorks compatible controller (required), the Billows fan quickly gets your smoker up to the target cooking temperature and keeps it there. The powerful 46 CFM fan maintains precise temperature control, whether you’re cooking in a stick-burner, ceramic, barrel, or drum cooker. An optional expansion connection kit is available to pair two Billows with the same controller for large smokers or cookers, but you’re not likely to need it, as powerful as Billows is. Up your game today with Billows.
Optional Billows Mounting Kits (sold separately) may be used to attach Billows to certain types of smokers. See the Question and Answers section for more details.
This mounts on your compatible smoker (made to fit most models) to regulate temperature by controlling air intake. Features open lid detection and integrates seamlessly with select thermometers.
For a limited time ThermoWorks is discounting Billows by a whopping 25%. No coupon code required, check product page for current availability.
Billows™ BBQ Temperature Control Fan Kit
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Square DOT by ThermoWorks
Two Channels
Measure both your food and the cooking environment with Average Mode OR set two high alarms to track two different foods while they cook.
Unbeatable Simplicity
Like with DOT, just press the Up and Down buttons to set your High Alarms for each channel. Press ANY button to activate the backlight.
Super-Rugged
Molded-in seals protect against spills, splashes, and rain. With the reinforced frame and 5,000 hours of battery life, Square DOT will be ready when you need it.
Verified Accuracy
Each Square DOT comes with its own NIST-traceable calibration certificate verifying its accuracy to national standards.
A refreshing twist on a classic, Square DOT is everything you love about DOT only now with 2 channels and an amazing new air temperature average function. Channel 1 functions as a regular alarm thermometer while Channel 2 can operate in two different modes. Average mode shows you a revolving average temperature calculation of the last 15 minutes, starting when the alarm is first reached. It’s perfect for determining your average oven temperature as you cook, so you can adjust in realtime to get the most accurate results for any recipe. When average mode is disabled, Channel 2 will function as an alarm channel . Like DOT, Square DOT has big, easy-to-read digits, backlit display, ThermoWorks’ signature molded-in splash-proof seals and a commercial-grade plastic body making it a durable, user-friendly tool. It comes with a fold-out stand, a magnetic back for surface mounting, a Pro-Series® penetration probe, and a Pro-Series air probe—each with cables that withstand 700°F (371°C). Square DOT also accepts any of the optional Pro-Series probes. Intended for commercial food service, Square DOT beats houseware brands for simplicity and durability.
ThermoWorks is discounting the Square DOT by 30% as part of a short sale. That makes it just $48.30. No coupon code required. Check product page to see if you can still get in on this.
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Masterbuilt MB20040522 Portable Charcoal Grill
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Masterbuilt MB20040522 Portable Charcoal Grill Without Cart, Black– note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link
Here is this butcher paper in action. That’s a snap from one of my brisket cooks.
Use to wrap your brisket for resting and more
3/10 1:30 PM Central: This is on sale for $13.97. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info.
Pink Kraft Butcher Paper Roll – 18 Inch x 100 Feet (1200 Inch) – Food Grade Peach Wrapping Paper for Smoking Meat of all Varieties – Unbleached, Unwaxed and Uncoated – Made in USA – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link
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Kingsford Heavy Duty Deluxe Charcoal Chimney Starter
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Kingsford Heavy Duty Deluxe Charcoal Chimney Starter | BBQ Chimney Starter for Charcoal Grill and Barbecues, Compact Easy to Use Chimney Starters and BBQ Grill Tools – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link
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Highlighted Features
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The prospect of free shipping (just order two bags if you’re not a Prime member) is a huge savings when it comes to a 40 lb bag of hardwood pellets.
Pit Boss 40 lb Hickory Blend Hardwood Pellets – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link
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Horn BBQ by Matt Horn
More InfoFrom the book description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
“Horn Barbecue is a master class in how to make mouthwatering barbecue. A history-making cookbook.” —Sunset Magazine
Master the art of genuine smoke-cooked barbecue with 70 mouthwatering recipes, smoking techniques, and BBQ wisdom from star pitmaster Matt Horn.
Not only will you learn how to make classics of Texas- and Carolina-style BBQ, like brisket and pulled pork, you will expand your BBQ repertoire to include “West Coast Barbecue,” the signature style that has made Horn famous, with recipes like Smoked Tri-Tip, Burn Barrel Chicken, and Jalapeno Cheddar Links.
Rookies who just bought their first backyard smoker (or who want to smoke on a standard grill) as well as seasoned BBQ veterans will find a whole world of new ideas in this authoritative guide to cooking low and slow over smoky, smoldering woods.
Following a thorough introduction to smoking, including types of smokers, how to turn your existing grill into a smoker, barbecue tools, best meat cuts for smoking, and answers to the most common questions about smoking, you’ll learn how to make crave-worthy things like:
Pork Ribs, Beef Ribs, Pork Shoulder, and Burnt Ends
Matt’s grandmother’s amazing recipe for Smoked Oxtails
Southern-style classics, like Hot Link, Smoked Catfish, and Smoked Jambalaya
Texas-style Beef Brisket, in Matt’s unique style
Easy-to-make sides, such as Smoked Pit Beans, Cornbread, Hoe Cakes, Collards, and Candied Yams
Crowd-pleaser desserts, from Banana Pudding to Peach Cobbler to Pineapple Upside-Down Cake
Horn, one of Food & Wine’s ten “Best New Chefs” for 2021, is the most exciting new talent in American barbecue in years. His Horn Barbecue restaurant in Oakland, California, recently awarded a rare “Michelin Bib Gourmand” designation, has lines outside that run for blocks and hundreds of rave reviews in the media. The draw? Cooked-to-perfection meats rubbed, mopped, basted, and sauced the way good BBQ should be, plus comforting sides and fixins’ and inspired desserts and drinks. Now the restaurant’s secret recipes, and many more from Matt’s own personal repertoire, are revealed in the pages of this exciting, user-friendly, and beautifully photographed book.
So what sets this cookbook apart from the rest? Matt’s original barbecue style. Other barbecue cookbooks focus on one regional tradition, such as Texas or the Carolinas. Matt draws on both of those traditions—and recipes from them appear liberally in this book—but he draws on other traditions as well and adds his own California-style spin to the mix, by working in lots of veggies and fruits and by featuring things like poultry and seafood, which are non-traditional BBQ proteins.
Matt also tells his own inspiring story of how he learned to make BBQ and open a restaurant, and about how his journey echoes and continues the glorious lineage of Black barbecue in the US—an amazing yet often unknown history.
Horn Barbecue: Recipes and Techniques from a Master of the Art of BBQ
BBQ&A with Myron Mixon
More InfoFrom the book description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
Have you ever wondered if you can make good barbecue without a smoker, pit, or grill? If you need to use a rub or marinade? Not sure what a brisket is, whether you need to trim it, and if so, how? In BBQ&A with Myron Mixon, bestselling author and TV personality Myron Mixon answers the questions most frequently asked of him during his many live cooking demos, TV appearances, and private cooking classes. Myron’s lively, informative answers are paired with practical visuals and cover techniques and methods, flavors and preparations, recipes and formulas—all collected in one place for the first time by the winningest man in barbecue.
BBQ&A with Myron Mixon: Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Barbecue – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link
From the product description, check product page for current description, price and availability:
Real wood smoke for the best BBQ flavor. Cowboy Charcoal builds on the Western frontier traditions of the open range and is crafted to enhance the flavor of grilled food rather than overpower it. If you love barbecue, we’re sure you’ll love our hardwood briquets. Discover the flavor difference! Compare Cowboy Real Hardwood Briquets to the standard coal & chemical briquets. (1) Cowboy Hardwood Briquets are all natural, 95% hardwood charcoal and 5% vegetable binder. (2) Contain no coal, chemicals or fillers that are common in standard briquets. (3) Lights easily and is ready to cook in about 15 minutes. (4) No additives means great wood – grilled flavor. (5) Hardwood charcoal briquets produce less ash and require minimal clean up.
As of this posting, Wal-Mart has this for just $17.92. Spend $35 (two bags works!) and shipping is also free to many US addresses.
Cowboy Hardwood Charcoal Briquets, 20 Pounds Each (Pack of 2)
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Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ: Every Day Is a Good Day: A Cookbook
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IACP COOKBOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD WINNER • In the first cookbook by a Black pitmaster, James Beard Award–winning chef Rodney Scott celebrates an incredible culinary legacy through his life story, family traditions, and unmatched dedication to his craft.
“BBQ is such an important part of African American history, and no one is better at BBQ than Rodney.”—Marcus Samuelsson, chef and restaurateur
ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times, The Washington Post, Time Out, Food52, Taste of Home, Garden & Gun, Epicurious, Vice, Salon, Southern Living, Wired, Library Journal
Rodney Scott was born with barbecue in his blood. He cooked his first whole hog, a specialty of South Carolina barbecue, when he was just eleven years old. At the time, he was cooking at Scott’s Bar-B-Q, his family’s barbecue spot in Hemingway, South Carolina. Now, four decades later, he owns one of the country’s most awarded and talked-about barbecue joints, Rodney Scott’s Whole Hog BBQ in Charleston.
In this cookbook, co-written by award-winning writer Lolis Eric Elie, Rodney spills what makes his pit-smoked turkey, barbecued spare ribs, smoked chicken wings, hush puppies, Ella’s Banana Puddin’, and award-winning whole hog so special. Moreover, his recipes make it possible to achieve these special flavors yourself, whether you’re a barbecue pro or a novice. From the ins and outs of building your own pit to poignant essays on South Carolinian foodways and traditions, this stunningly photographed cookbook is the ultimate barbecue reference. It is also a powerful work of storytelling. In this modern American success story, Rodney details how he made his way from the small town where he worked for his father in the tobacco fields and in the smokehouse, to the sacrifices he made to grow his family’s business, and the tough decisions he made to venture out on his own in Charleston.
Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ is an uplifting story that speaks to how hope, hard work, and a whole lot of optimism built a rich celebration of his heritage—and of unforgettable barbecue.
Rodney Scott’s World of BBQ: Every Day Is a Good Day: A Cookbook
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Square DOT by ThermoWorks
Two Channels
Measure both your food and the cooking environment with Average Mode OR set two high alarms to track two different foods while they cook.
Unbeatable Simplicity
Like with DOT, just press the Up and Down buttons to set your High Alarms for each channel. Press ANY button to activate the backlight.
Super-Rugged
Molded-in seals protect against spills, splashes, and rain. With the reinforced frame and 5,000 hours of battery life, Square DOT will be ready when you need it.
Verified Accuracy
Each Square DOT comes with its own NIST-traceable calibration certificate verifying its accuracy to national standards.
A refreshing twist on a classic, Square DOT is everything you love about DOT only now with 2 channels and an amazing new air temperature average function. Channel 1 functions as a regular alarm thermometer while Channel 2 can operate in two different modes. Average mode shows you a revolving average temperature calculation of the last 15 minutes, starting when the alarm is first reached. It’s perfect for determining your average oven temperature as you cook, so you can adjust in realtime to get the most accurate results for any recipe. When average mode is disabled, Channel 2 will function as an alarm channel . Like DOT, Square DOT has big, easy-to-read digits, backlit display, ThermoWorks’ signature molded-in splash-proof seals and a commercial-grade plastic body making it a durable, user-friendly tool. It comes with a fold-out stand, a magnetic back for surface mounting, a Pro-Series® penetration probe, and a Pro-Series air probe—each with cables that withstand 700°F (371°C). Square DOT also accepts any of the optional Pro-Series probes. Intended for commercial food service, Square DOT beats houseware brands for simplicity and durability.
ThermoWorks is discounting the Square DOT by 30% as part of a short sale. That makes it just $48.30. No coupon code required. Check product page to see if you can still get in on this.
Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.
Fogo Super Premium All Natural Hardwood Charcoal is made from dense Central American Hardwoods and only hand selected pieces make it into every bag to ensure that you get the very best charcoal you can find. Fogo means Fire and that’s what Fogo is-it lights very quickly and is ready to grill within 15 minutes. It burns very hot, searing the meat and locking in the flavors and it lasts longer than other charcoal you can find. Fogo is a completely natural product that is made exclusively from dense hardwoods and using selected trees with no other added ingredients whatsoever. Fogo is an all natural, high quality product that imparts your food with the very best flavor and taste. Fogo is also used by a number of exclusive restaurants around the country to prepare their food. Fogo is produced sustainably in cooperation with government organizations using mainly tree trimmings and trees that have been marked for removal as well as ensuring continued reforestation.
As of this posting, Wal-Mart has this for $92.61 when you buy online. Shipping is also free to many US addresses.
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Custom ThermoWorks Apron from Hedley & Bennett, featuring a one-of-a-kind custom Thermapen pocket. Available in polyester cotton blend and waxed canvas.
ThermoWorks x Hedley & Bennet Aprons
Also: Thermapen ONE – Hands on Review
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Fire & Flavor Biomass Fire Starter Cubes for Grilling, Odorless, Tasteless, and Chemical-Free, 72 Pieces
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3/8 5 AM Central: These are on sale for just $7.98. Shipping is also free to many US addresses with Prime Membership [Try Prime for Free] or a qualifying order. Prices and availability can change quickly. Check product page for current info.
Fire & Flavor Biomass Fire Starter Cubes for Grilling, Odorless, Tasteless, and Chemical-Free, 72 Pieces – note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link
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As of this posting Wal-Mart has huge selection of Patio and Garden deals. Grills, Smokers, Grilling Tool Kits, Charcoal, Outdoor living items and lots more. Shipping on many items will be free for US customers with a qualifying order, or order online to make sure and get your selections and choose in store pickup.
Patio and Garden Deals at Wal-Mart
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