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10 BBQ and Grilling Cookbooks Everyone Should Own

When it comes to barbecue and grilling cookbooks, there are literally thousands from which to choose.

And while there are so many among them that are chocked full of great recipes, tips, and how-tos, there are 10 that I would rank above all others when starting your personal collection.

Easy Smoked Pulled Pork Recipe, So Good You'll Slap Yo Mama

The pork butt is one of those cuts that is relatively inexpensive but is oh so good when properly cooked low and slow.

Here’s my “go to” recipe for smoked pork butt which uses a flavorful injection and dry rub seasoning to really take the pork to a new level. When preparing this recipe, be sure that the pork butt you purchase hasn’t been enhanced (sometimes labeled as “moist and tender") as it has already been injected with a salty mixture at the factory.

How to Grill a Hamburger

Ask anyone you know what he or she likes to grill and more often than not one of the top answers will be burgers. The problem is, many of these burgers end up being dry and flavorless due to any number of factors including the type of meat being used, the cooking temperature used, the amount of time they spend on the grill, etc.

But worry no more! Today Grillocracy's got 10 tips for reaching burger perfection.

Grilled Lime Margarita

May 2, 2015

Just in time for Cinco de Mayo, the classic frozen margarita gets a smoky blast in this recipe for Grilled Lime Margaritas!

GRILLED LIME MARGARITA

(serves 2)

Ingredients

4 limes, halved plus 1 lime cut into wedges

1 ounce triple sec

1/2 cup tequila

2 tbsp. sugar

2 cups Ice

1/2 cup salt to rim the glasses (optional)

Additional Tools

Blender

Instructions

Prepare grill for medium-high heat cooking (approximately 400 degrees).

Place the halved limes on the grill cut side down and allow them to grill for 5 minutes until lightly charred and caramelized. Remove limes from the grill and juice. Add lime juice, triple sec, tequila, sugar, and ice to a blender and blend.

Optional: Rub lime wedges along the edges of 2 margarita glasses. Pour salt onto a plate and dip glasses in the salt to coat the edges.

Pour margaritas into the glasses, garnish with limes, and serve immediately.