Are you on turkey duty this Thanksgiving? No pressure, we have two of the best turkey recipes in the game that’ll have your guests thankful you’re in charge. But first, let’s brush up on the fundamentals. No matter which turkey recipe you choose, there are a few steps you’ll have to take every time. The Fundamentals of Thanksgiving Turkey First comes the brine. Brining is the sure-fire way to make sure your turkey is tender and juicy. Once you’ve got the brine mixed, all you’ll have to do is place the turkey in a clean bucket and pour enough of the cooled brine over the turkey to cover it. Bu ..read more

Father’s Day might be the most important grilling holiday of the year (OK, maybe second in line behind the Fourth of July, but you get the idea), and no family feast is complete without a little refreshment. Take this opportunity to grill up the best meat and pair it with the tastiest libations under the hot summer sun. Beer + Burger Look, some dads like to keep it simple, and we aren’t arguing with that. If he’s one of those “I stick to my domestic light beer and nothing else, thank you very much” types of dads, take this holiday as an opportunity to broaden his horizons. A hoppy IPA can bri ..read more

OUR TOP 10 BEST SELLING BBQ RUBS FOR AWARD-WINNING FLAVOR Want to know the best-selling BBQ Rubs in the World? This list showcases the 10 best-selling BBQ Rubs in 2020 from our store and wholesale accounts across the globe. Whether you are looking for the perfect BBQ Rub for chicken, pork, beef or veggies, we have something for you to take your grilling experience to the next level. There are infinite flavor combinations that can be made with herbs & spices to create the smell & flavor that will have your neighbors lining up at your fence wanting to know if it’s done yet.  If yo ..read more

So you want to be the MVP of the tailgate? We get it. Bragging rights, great company, and team spirit all make up your dream football experience. Well, we’ve got 5 ways to help you score big – our top 5 game day grilling recipes! Let’s start with one of the most talked about tailgating snack recipes out there: Bacon Wrapped Chicken Bites You really can’t go wrong with anything that is wrapped in bacon. So let your friends unwrap something even better than a big win this Saturday – these mouthwatering tailgate snacks are even easy to hold while the other hand is busy with your ..read more

White chili is the mellow cousin to bold, spicy red chili. Still, white chili can have heat and intrigue. For our money, the addition of grilled pork and mild poblano pepper adds more character and depth of flavor. And you’ll find the kick you crave courtesy of the chipotle in the rub. This chili starts on the grill and finishes with a feeling of satisfaction. What You’ll Need 2 pounds pork loin chops (between ¾ to 2-inch thick), or boneless country-style pork ribs trimmed of excess fat 4 tablespoons Rub Some Heat on Your Meat Chipotle BBQ Rub™ 3 tablespoons olive oil, or vegetable oil, div ..read more

Great burgers all have one thing in common – once you pick them up, you never want to put to put them down. And these chipotle pulled pork sliders, the perfect size for parties and potlucks, fit the bill. They bring spice and heat and sweet all in a single bite. Chipotle, a smoked jalapeno pepper, contributes a slightly fruity, subtle smoky heat to the tender, juicy pork. Pickled red onions deliver an acidic pop that counterbalances the smoke and spice. One important note: the pork is prepared in a slow cooker, so plan at least 8 hours ahead. And once you fall in love, don’t worry. The beau ..read more

You may have heard that you need to sear meat in order to seal in the juices. Sadly, that’s a barbecue myth we need to bust. Searing meat doesn’t create an impermeable barrier that prevents the release of natural juices when cooking or slicing a steak or other cut of meat. But that doesn’t mean you should abandon searing all together. You should always consider searing before grilling, baking, braising, roasting, or sautéing meat. Searing caramelizes sugar and browns present in the meat (in what is known as the Maillard reaction) to develop a more appealing color and flavor. The moisture on ..read more

Ribs. Arguably the pinnacle of the barbecue food chain. When cooked right, the meat falls off the bone and the flavor is a marvelous blend of smoke and spices, sweet, and tangy. Some people are intimidated by ribs – they can turn out dry, tough, or charred to a crisp. Well, no more – with these pro tips your next rack of ribs will be everything you dreamed they could be and more. Why yellow mustard, you ask? Among other things, it helps the rub stick and apply evenly. It also helps the meat retain moisture, and adds a little flavor (though you won’t be able to pick it out as mustard). Ready ..read more

Good things come to those who wait, especially when it comes to meat that has been aged. Grilling aged meat delivers a big payoff of enhanced flavor and tenderness. Although typically pricier than fresh-cut meat, buying and cooking aged meat can significantly up your grill game. While it is theoretically possible to go the do-it- yourself route of aging meat at home, it involves using large, fat-capped sections of meat and dry aging in open air. It isn’t practical for most home cooks. Attempting to dry age individual cuts, such as a strip steak, often leads to spoilage or degrees of dehydrat ..read more

Every superhero has a sidekick. Whether barbecuing or grilling, the main dish needs a supporting cast to help fight the crime of bad barbecues. Rather than offer ho-hum sides from the grocery store, add pizzazz to the cookout with these twists on classic dishes. Upgrade cool watermelon into a savory salad. Cut off the rind and trim fruit into bite-sized pieces. Toss in a bowl with small chunks of one peeled grapefruit, a few radishes sliced or cut into matchsticks, fresh juice from the grapefruit rind (gently twist and squeeze over the bowl) and half of a lime, 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil ..read more