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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 Ribeye with Classic Steak Butter

March 30, 2015

Start any conversation with the word "ribeye" and you've got my undivided attention. Add to that a classic steak butter as in this recipe from Master Purveyors, specialists in fresh hanging USDA wet and dry aged prime beef, and I'm yours for life!

Grilled Samuel Adams Boston Lager Marinated Hanger Steak

March 20, 2015

Less expensive than a ribeye or strip steak, hanger steak is a great flavorful option for your next backyard cookout. Here to get you started is a recipe for Grilled Samuel Adams Boston Lager Marinated Hanger Steak from Chef Vinson Petrillo.

How to Grill Flat Iron Steak

March 18, 2015

In recent years, the flat iron steak has becoming increasingly popular on restaurant menus across the country. And for good reason. Taken from the upper portion of the top blade roast, this triangular shaped (thus the flat iron name) is perfect for grilling given its uniform thickness, nice marbling and rich flavor.

So where has this steak been all of your life?

How to Grill Steak

March 2, 2015

In this how-to video, the team at Kingsford charcoal shows how to grill the perfect steak including tips for telling if it's rare, medium-rare, medium, or well-done.

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