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Char-Broil Grill2Go X200 Review

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Max Good, AmazingRibs.com’s Full-Time Grill Tester

We reviewed this solid portable gas grill that employs Char-Broil's TRU-Infrared design. It produces searing temps while preventing flare-ups and retaining foods moisture. Grill2Go earns our AmazingRibs.com Best Value Platinum Medal. Heavy cast aluminum lid and firebox will not rust and will retain heat much better than thin steel.

You’ve Never Experienced Better Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

There's no reason to settle any longer for dry, flavorless grilled boneless skinless chicken breasts. The secret? My famous mustard marinade.

Smoky Sloppy Joes, A Grilled Tribute To Lunch Ladies Everywhere

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

The sloppy joe gets a delicious makeover in this tested recipe for a smoky sloppy joe. By starting the meat on the grill, this classic sandwich takes on a deep smoky flavor. Taking it one step further, the recipe is amplified by sautéing the meat and vegetables in bacon fat then blending with bacon and BBQ sauce.
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Cascabel Mole Recipe Inspired by Chef Rick Bayless

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Packed full of rich flavors, this recipe for Mexican mole sauce can be spooned over foods or even used as a simmering sauce. While there are countless variations of mole sauce containing a variety of chiles, nuts, and other ingredients, this is a well rounded version that is sure to become one of your go-to sauces.

Grilled Peaches And Cream With Rum, A Delicious End To Any Cookout

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Peaches and cream, a classic summer treat and a combo as natural as peanut butter and jelly, are taken to new levels with a touch of grilling char and smoke. Peaches are halved and grilled until soft and smoky before being chopped and served with ice cream and a drizzle of mouthwatering rum, maple, and vanilla sauce.

Buttery Garlic Mashed Potatoes Are Pure Pleasure (No Cream Or Gravy Needed)

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Here's a recipe for making delicious garlic mashed potatoes sweet and mellow with none of that raw garlic harshness. Most mashed potato recipes call for cream, half-and-half, or milk. This recipe is so good and creamy you don't need any cream in the mix or gravy on the table.

The Science of Chocolate

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Here's what you need to know about cacao pods, cocoa powder, cocoa butter, chocolate liquor, and how chocolate is made, including the different types of chocolate, how to melt chocolate, and how to cook with it.

The Story Of Hawaiian Huli-Huli Chicken Marinade Is As Delicious As The Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Hawaiian huli-huli chicken is a hugely popular type of grilled chicken with a sweet teriyaki style barbecue sauce. Here's my take on the recipe.

This Drunken Cranberry Sauce Will Enliven Your Holiday Table

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This sweet and savory cranberry sauce recipe will have you kicking the canned stuff to the curb. Port and balsamic vinegar add an unexpected depth of flavor to this traditional holiday side dish. And most of the alcohol evaporates in the cooking, so you can serve it to the kids.

Absolutely, Positively No Ketchup on Hot Dogs. Never. Fuhgeddaboudit.

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Some people say there is a ketchup controversy. There is no controversy. Let Dirty Harry explain why you should never put ketchup on a hot dog.

Capture The Essence of August With This Caprese Tomato Salad Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Caprese salad is the world's best use of tomatoes and possibly the world's best salad but should only be made with the best and freshest components because there is no place to hide subpar ingredients. This classic summer dish from the Island of Capri off the west coast of Italy is the essence of August on a plate.

The Steakburger Recipe That Puts The Best Steakhouses On Notice

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Here's everything you need to know to make the best thick juicy crispy steakburger hamburger you ever tasted. This reverse seared steakhouse burger recipe produces perfectly cooked burgers with rich steak flavors, a wonderful smoky undertone, perfectly seasoned interior, and enough juice to soak the bun.

New Mexico Green Chile Salsa For The Ultimate Burger

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Green chile salsa takes ordinary burgers and makes them extraordinary. Green chile cheeseburgers can be found throughout New Mexico, featuring a serious dollop of a green chile salsa and slice of melted cheese to hold it in place. Here's an amazing recipe for making a delicious multipurpose green chile salsa.

How To Make A Cured Smoked Ham From Scratch

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Create a smoked ham at home that will put any store-bought ham to shame thanks to this simple, yet flavor packed recipe. The key to creating a ham like the ones you normally purchase during the holidays is the curing process. Without curing a fresh ham, you won't achieve the same flavor or deep red color of the traditional type.

Smoked Ice Recipe Amps Up Any Cocktail

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Add an unexpected twist to your bourbon, Bloody Marys, and cocktails with this simple recipe for smoked ice. While it sounds like a challenge, creating smoked ice couldn't be easier, requiring nothing more then some wood, a grill, and ice. The end result is a smoky BBQ addition to virtually any cold drink.
 

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