Bung is the rectum and large intestine of the pig – although an odd idea, it is considered something of a delicacy. Growing up in the South I learned all about pork bung and how to cook it. I am now here to share my expertise with you. In this post, I reveal what this […]
The absolute best wood for smoking pulled pork in my opinion is moderately intense wood, like hickory or oak. Lighter woods are an acceptable choice too. If you are confused by pit master jargon like “lightness” and “intensity,” then this guide is for you. I’ve worked under pit masters who are very meticulous about the […]
There are three main types of brisket – beef, pork, and lamb. In the case of beef brisket, this cut can be further broken down into other cuts. In culinary school, I had to learn about the different cuts, figure out how to choose them, and discover how to cook them perfectly. My knowledge is […]
If you want to know how to smoke a fresh ham, then you are in the right place! I am not the biggest fan of processed or pre cooked hams which is why I made the effort to figure out how to smoke this cut all by myself. And, now, I can show you! Choosing […]
The Pit Boss grill was the first mid-range grill that I was able to afford for myself and I used it for many years. During this time, I must have made smoked ribs more times than I could count and I finally got the recipe and the techniques down pat! In this post, I will […]
I have been cooking up babyback ribs on Traeger grills for quite a while. Traeger pellet grills have been a family favorite. As such, I mastered the use of the various models at a fairly young age. Now, I am here to share the secrets of making the perfect ribs on this grill with you! […]
I first learned how to smoke a Boston butt in an electric smoker from a fellow chef. My whole life I had used either a pellet or a charcoal smoker so this involved an interesting learning curve. Intrigued, I kept testing my recipe and methods until I found one that was worth sharing with others! […]
I love smoking pork chops on pellet grill – you can’t beat the flavor or the texture. I learned this great recipe from one of my aunts and have been tweaking it for as long as I can remember. I finally have a version that I would like to share with all of you! Why […]
This pork steak marinade recipe is a result of trial and error. In culinary school I was taught to marinate this type of steak before cooking it. It did take me some time to perfect my very own concoction, though. Now that I have it down pat, it is time to share it with you! […]
You may be used to grilling this German sausage, but I have to say that smoked brats are the way to go! One of my Pitmaster friends introduced me to this method of cooking, ensuring me that this was the best way to prevent the casing from bursting. Since then I have played around with […]