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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.

Pork Tenderloin Lollipops with Soy-Ginger Dipping Sauce

September 9, 2019

Continuing Grillocracy’s partnership with the fine folks at Smithfield*, today we’re firing up the grill for what is certain to become one of your “go to” appetizers -- Pork Tenderloin Lollipops with Soy-Ginger Dipping Sauce featuring Smithfield Roasted Garlic and Cracked Black Pepper Fresh Pork Tenderloin!

Ultimate Iowa Pork Tenderloin Sandwich

October 31, 2017

For years I have been hearing of something known at a BPT sandwich, a.k.a. a Breaded Pork Tenderloin Sandwich, a.k.a. an Iowa Pork Tenderloin Sandwich.

But since I have no plans to make a trek to Iowa in the near future, I set out to create my own grilled take on the BPT as part of Grillocracy’s ongoing partnership with the fine folks at Smithfield*.

Starting with Smithfield Roasted Garlic and Cracked Black Pepper Fresh Pork Tenderloin, I then amped up the sandwich with the addition of grilled pickles, charred tomato relish, and arugula mayonnaise! The result? The Ultimate Iowa Pork Tenderloin Sandwich!

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