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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.

American Royal Association Announces 2016 BBQ Hall of Fame Inductees

May 20, 2016

The American Royal Association has announced the 2016 class of inductees to the Barbecue Hall of Fame: Ardie Davis, Chris Lilly and David B. Knight.

The formal induction ceremony will take place on the main stage of the American Royal World Series of Barbecue® event at the Kansas Speedway, October 26 - 30.

Each year, three individuals are awarded the prestigious honor and are recognized by the Barbecue Hall of Fame for their significant contributions to the barbecue community and demonstration of achievement in barbecue excellence in one of three categories: Pitmaster, Business/Industry, and Celebrity/Humanitarian.

Grillocracy Giveaway: "America's Best BBQ (Revised Edition)"

May 26, 2015

When it comes to outdoor cooking, Grillocracy's got you covered with the recipes, tips, and resources to help amp up your game.

This week, we're giving away a copy of the latest book from barbecue gurus Ardie Davis and Paul Kirk -- America's Best Barbecue - Revised Edition (Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2015) -- in which they share the once secret recipes of top pitmasters across the country.

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