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Smoked Tri Tip Roast

Tips and Tricks for the Best Beef to Smoke

The best beef to smoke, whether itโ€™s a juicy hunk of brisket, flavor packed tri-tip, ribs so tender the meat falls off the bone, or shredded chuck roast, is about using time, temperature, and smoke to add flavor and texture.

Smoked Chuck Roast

Southwestern Smoked Chuck Roast

This smoked chuck roast recipe is the perfect way to make smoky, shredded beef with bold Southwestern flavors for burritos, tacos, nachos, rice bowls, and more.

Smoked Chicken Breast

Smoked Chicken Breast

This smoked chicken breast recipe leans into wood fire flavors with a slightly smoky chicken that stays juicy on the inside and has lightly browned crispy skin on the outside.

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Seasonal Favorites

A few of our favorite recipes, stories, and tips that celebrate the season.

Blue Cheese Dip Recipe

Blue Cheese Dip

What makes this tasty blue cheese dip recipe so good is the zip it gets from the Chipotle Tabasco sauce and chili powder that really compliments the creaminess of the blue cheese crumbles and greek yogurt.

Smoking Food

A Complete Guide to Smoking Foodย 

Learn why smoking food is so delicious, take a deep dive into different types of smokers, cover a wide variety of smoking techniques, and, most importantly, learn how to season smoked food, so it tastes amazing.

Pork Rub

All-Star Pork Rub

This All-Star Pork Rub has the perfect balance between sweetness and heat that brings out the deep smokey barbeque flavor that makes pork taste delicious.

Taco Salad

Taco Salad

With a sweet and spicy dressing, chunks of cheddar cheese, and crunchy chips this taco salad recipe is all about summer picnics and neighborhood potlucks.

Smoked Pork Loin Roast Featured

Smoked Pork Loin

Smoked pork loin is a versatile dish that tastes delicious, smokes relatively quickly, and looks fantastic on the plate.

Korean Bbq Marinade Featured

Korean BBQ Marinade

Our take on a traditional Korean BBQ marinade uses ginger, garlic, and green onions to infuse soy sauce with the deep, slightly salty, umami flavors that make Korean BBQ so delicious.

Pulled Pork Featured

Pulled Pork

To make great pulled pork all you need is the right spices and a little patience to roast it low and slow. What makes this pork so delicious is a dry rub that balances sweet and heat.

Primal Beef Cuts

The Complete Guide to Beef Roasts

Learn everything you need to know about beef roasts. From chuck roast to top round, learn how to pick and cook the best cut of beef for every occasion.

Smoked Beef Roast

Smoked Beef Roast

Make a smoked beef roast for scrumptious roast beef that is tender and juicy with deep, smokey flavors. Smoking beef is great for barbecues, parties, sandwiches and more.

Red Enchilada Sauce

Red Enchilada Sauce

This red enchilada sauce has deep flavors that soak into the tortillas and filling, adding layers of flavor perfect for beef, chicken, and cheese enchiladas.

Quick Pickled Spicy Carrots

Quick Pickled Spicy Carrots

With their vivid colors and tangy bite these quick pickled carrots get their unique flavor from being pickled with a poblano pepper and whole allspice.

Margarita

The Mysterious History of the Margarita

When you think of tequila cocktails, one thing comes to mind – the margarita. Despite how well-known the margarita is, its history is a mysterious thing. Who invented it? Why? And most importantly, how do you make a margarita that tastes great?

Grilling Corn On The Cob

A Better Way to Grill Corn on the Cob

To find a better way to grill corn on the cob, we tried different grilling methods and seasonings before landing on a foolproof recipe for delicious grilled corn with a touch of char.