Category Archives: Smoking

BEAR MOUNTAIN Gourmet Blend All-Natural Hardwood Pellets

BEAR MOUNTAIN Premium BBQ WOODS 100% All-Natural Hardwood Pellets – Gourmet Blend (20 lb. Bag) Perfect for Pellet Smokers, or Any Outdoor Grill-Rich, Smoky Wood-Fired Flavor – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Inkbird Wireless Bluetooth Thermometer w/two probes

Inkbird Wireless Thermometer

Inkbird Bluetooth Grill BBQ Meat Thermometer with Dual Probes Digital Wireless Grill Thermometer, Timer, Alarm,150 ft Barbecue Cooking Kitchen Food Meat Thermometer for Smoker, Oven, Drum (2 Probes) – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Attn BGE Owners… Burly grill Eggspander Kit for Large Big Green Egg

Burly grill Eggspander Kit for Large Big Green Egg, Eggspander 5 Piece Kit Conveggtor Basket Stainless Steel Grill Stack Rack with Removable Cooking System Expander Rack Replacement Kit

Burly grill Eggspander Kit for Large Big Green Egg, Eggspander 5 Piece Kit Conveggtor Basket Stainless Steel Grill Stack Rack with Removable Cooking System Expander Rack Replacement Kit

 

Burly grill Eggspander Kit for Large Big Green Egg, Eggspander 5 Piece Kit Conveggtor Basket Stainless Steel Grill Stack Rack with Removable Cooking System Expander Rack Replacement Kit – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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TWELVE x Kraft Mesquite BBQ Sauce

Kraft Mesquite Smoke Slow-Simmered BBQ Barbecue Sauce (12 ct Pack, 18 oz Bottles)

Kraft Mesquite Smoke Slow-Simmered BBQ Barbecue Sauce (12 ct Pack, 18 oz Bottles)

 

Kraft Mesquite Smoke Slow-Simmered BBQ Barbecue Sauce (12 ct Pack, 18 oz Bottles) – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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My Process for Smoked Ribs… 3,1,½

Smoked Ribs!

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.

3, 2, 1?

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!

3, 1, 1/2…

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.

Walk-through of this method…

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The Good Charcoal Lump Charcoal – 15.4 lbs… $4.91 at Sam’s Club

The Good Charcoal Lump Charcoal - 15.4 lbs.

The Good Charcoal Lump Charcoal – 15.4 lbs.

  • Premium acacia FSC charcoal
  • Fully sustainable 100% hardwood charcoal
  • 100% chemical free
  • Burns hotter, cleaner, and more evenly so you don’t need as much
  • Good for the community, feeding Americans with food insecurity

As of this posting, Sam’s Club has this for just $4.91. Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.

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The Good Charcoal Lump Charcoal – 15.4 lbs\

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40% Off Smoke & Smoke Wi-Fi Gateway

From ThermoWorks:

Remote Cooking Made Easy with Smoke

Keep an eye on critical temperatures from up to 300 ft. (line-of-sight) away—no smart device needed!

Watch TV while monitoring your cooks using the handy Smoke Receiver.

Designed for competition BBQ teams and professional chefs, Smoke gives you more data about your cook which means more ways to deliver a perfect meal every time.

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Or, save 30% on Smoke or Smoke Gateway when purchased individually.


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40% Off Smoke & Smoke Wi-Fi Gateway

From ThermoWorks:

Remote Cooking Made Easy with Smoke

Keep an eye on critical temperatures from up to 300 ft. (line-of-sight) away—no smart device needed!

Watch TV while monitoring your cooks using the handy Smoke Receiver.

Designed for competition BBQ teams and professional chefs, Smoke gives you more data about your cook which means more ways to deliver a perfect meal every time.

Buy Smoke + Smoke Gateway Together and Save 40%

Or, save 30% on Smoke or Smoke Gateway when purchased individually.


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30% Off ThermoWorks Billows Smoker Temp Control!

Billows™ BBQ Temperature Control Fan Kit

For a limited time ThermoWorks is discounting select gear by up to 60%.

Some examples

  • 25% Off Classic Thermapen® ……save $20.75
  • 30% Off Smoke (select colors)… save $29.70
  • 40% Off Smoke Gateway ………..save $39.60
  • 60% Off Large Brushes…………….save $9.60
  • + Lots More

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ThermoWorks Warehouse Sale!

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Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker Size Comparison

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Weber’s Smokey Mountain Cooker comes in three sizes….

I’m a huge fan of Weber’s line of products and their customer service. I’ve owned many of their products including the Smokey Mountain Cooker. Although I’ve since moved on to a different primary smoker, I found the Smokey Mountain Cooker to be one of the best smokers for the money.

Here are the general dimensions and capacity of the three sizes of Smokey Mountain Cookers. These may change slightly with model year adjustments.

22″ Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker

  • Dimensions – Lid Closed (inches): 48.5″H x 23″W x 24″D
  • Total cooking area (square inches): 726
  • Diameter (inches): 22

18″ Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker

  • Dimensions – Lid Closed (inches): 41″H x 19″W x 21″D
  • Total cooking area (square inches): 481
  • Diameter (inches): 18

14″ Weber Smokey Mountain Cooker

  • Dimensions – Lid Closed (inches): 31.4″H x 14.7″W x 14.7″D
  • Total cooking area (square inches): 286
  • Diameter (inches): 14

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Pit Boss Pellet Grills Tailgating Sale

Pit Boss is discounting loads of stuff as part of a limited time Tailgating Sale. Shipping is also free for many items. Check sale page for selection and availability.

Pit Boss Tailgating Sale

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3, 1, ½ Ribs?

Smoked Ribs!

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.

3, 2, 1?

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!

3, 1, 1/2…

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.

Walk-through of this method

Continue reading

Kraft Butcher Paper Roll, 100 ft x 18″ +… An Action Pic

Here is this butcher paper in action. That’s a snap from one of my brisket cooks.

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

 

Use to wrap your brisket for resting and more

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 – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

My Process for Smoked Brisket and Burnt Ends

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BEAR MOUNTAIN Gourmet Blend All-Natural Hardwood Pellets

BEAR MOUNTAIN Premium BBQ WOODS 100% All-Natural Hardwood Pellets – Gourmet Blend (20 lb. Bag) Perfect for Pellet Smokers, or Any Outdoor Grill-Rich, Smoky Wood-Fired Flavor – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Char-Griller E6714 AKORN Jr. Kamado

Char-Griller E6714 AKORN Jr. Portable Kamado Charcoal Grill, Black
Char-Griller AKORN Jr. Kamado

 

Char-Griller E6714 AKORN Jr. Portable Kamado Charcoal Grill, Black – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Save 20% on ThermoWorks Smoke X Long Range Wireless Thermometers

ThermoWorks is discounting the Smoke Long Range BBQ thermometer by 20% as part of a short sale. Includes both X4 and X2 models. No coupon code required, check product page for current availability.

Save on ThermoWorks Smoke X

Compatible With: Billows™ BBQ Temperature Control Fan Kit

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Reader Tip: Hardwood Smoker Pellets for $2.99 at Target, YMMV

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Worth a check at your local Target. YMMV = Your Mileage May Vary. Sounds like a clearance item and I’m guessing availability is limited.

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Ends Soon: Save 20% on ThermoWorks Smoke X Long Range Wireless Thermometers

ThermoWorks is discounting the Smoke Long Range BBQ thermometer by 20% as part of a short sale. Includes both X4 and X2 models. No coupon code required, check product page for current availability.

Save on ThermoWorks Smoke X

Compatible With: Billows™ BBQ Temperature Control Fan Kit

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12” Stainless Steel Pellet Smoker Tube + Cleaning Brush

Lineba Smoke Tube,12" Pellet Somker Tube Stainless Steel Smoke Tube for Pellets Smoker, Perfect for Pellet Grill Smoker Hot or Cold Smoking - 5 Hours of Billowing Smoke(Smoke Tube)

Pellet Smoker Tube

 

For most cooks on my pellet grill, I use a smoker tube (different model, but similar function). I’ve found that it increases smoke flavor significantly. These are also super handy if you want to use different type of wood to add another layer of flavor.

Lineba Smoke Tube,12″ Pellet Somker Tube Stainless Steel Smoke Tube for Pellets Smoker, Perfect for Pellet Grill Smoker Hot or Cold Smoking – 5 Hours of Billowing Smoke(Smoke Tube) – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

For my Rib Process Rundown – In this video using this one – LIZZQ Premium Pellet Smoker Tube 12 inches but loads of options are available. Search Amazon for “smoker tube”

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This is Compatible w/Billows Smoker Temp Controller… Save 20% on ThermoWorks Smoke X Long Range Wireless Thermometers

ThermoWorks is discounting the Smoke Long Range BBQ thermometer by 20% as part of a short sale. Includes both X4 and X2 models. No coupon code required, check product page for current availability.

Save on ThermoWorks Smoke X

Compatible With: Billows™ BBQ Temperature Control Fan Kit

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Kingsford Heavy Duty Deluxe Charcoal Chimney Starter

Kingsford Heavy Duty Deluxe Charcoal Chimney Starter

Kingsford Heavy Duty Deluxe Charcoal Chimney Starter

 

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 – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

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Extended Through Today!… 20% Off Sitewide at ThermoWorks – ties best % off sale ever

ThermoWorks is discounting nearly everything they carry site-wide by a whopping 20% . This ties the best % off sale I’ve ever seen.

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Ends Today: 20% Off Sitewide at ThermoWorks! – best % off sale ever

ThermoWorks is discounting nearly everything they carry site-wide by a whopping 20% . This ties the best % off sale I’ve ever seen.

20% off at ThermoWorks! – no coupon code required, discount reflected at checkout

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Ends Today: Pit Boss Labor Day Sale

Pit Boss is discounting loads of stuff as part of a limited time Labor Day Sale. Check sale page for selection and availability.

Pit Boss Labor Day Sale

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Last Call, Ends Tonight: 20% Off Sitewide at ThermoWorks! – best % off sale ever

ThermoWorks is discounting nearly everything they carry site-wide by a whopping 20% . This ties the best % off sale I’ve ever seen.

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Pit Boss Labor Day Sale Ends Soon

Pit Boss is discounting loads of stuff as part of a limited time Labor Day Sale. Check sale page for selection and availability.

Pit Boss Labor Day Sale

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Ends Soon: 20% Off Sitewide at ThermoWorks! – best % off sale ever

ThermoWorks is discounting nearly everything they carry site-wide by a whopping 20% . This ties the best % off sale I’ve ever seen.

20% off at ThermoWorks! – no coupon code required, discount reflected at checkout

Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability. pst:tw15

Kraft Butcher Paper Roll, 100 ft x 18″ +… An Action Pic

Here is this butcher paper in action. That’s a snap from one of my brisket cooks.

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

 

Use to wrap your brisket for resting and more

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 – affiliate link, note that multiple variations of this product may be available, as such a different version may appear at this link

My Process for Smoked Brisket and Burnt Ends

Price, promotions and availability can change quickly. Check the product page for current price, description and availability.

Ends Soon: 20% Off Sitewide at ThermoWorks! – best % off sale ever

ThermoWorks is discounting nearly everything they carry site-wide by a whopping 20% . This ties the best % off sale I’ve ever seen.

20% off at ThermoWorks! – no coupon code required, discount reflected at checkout

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Pit Boss Pellet Grills – from $399

Pit Boss is discounting loads of stuff as part of a limited time Labor Day Sale. Check sale page for selection and availability.

Pit Boss Labor Day Sale

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