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.
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.
Every fourth Saturday in October, some of the finest teams from the US and abroad converge on Lynchburg, TN for one of the most prestigious barbecue contests in the world – The Jack Daniel’s World Championship Invitational Barbecue. This year I was honored to serve as a judge for the fifth time, critiquing some of the finest BBQ from around the world.
Complete results are as follows...
Read MoreFrom October 27-28, over 100 championship barbecue teams from around the world will descend on Lynchburg, TN for the 29th Annual Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational Barbecue.
Once there, teams compete in seven categories: Pork Ribs, Pork Shoulder/Butts, Beef Brisket, Chicken, Dessert, Cook’s Choice (Home Cookin’ from the Homeland for internationals) and Jack Daniel’s Sauce. Winners will savor their share of more than $45,000 in cash and prizes.
Here's the complete list of those teams selected to compete in this year's Invitational contest...
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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.