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Bill McGrath, AmazingRibs.com Chief Thermometer Reviewer
The ThermoPro TP-420 is a combination infrared (IR) gun and an instant-read thermometer at an attractive price point. Be sure to read our full review and rating.
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Max Good, AmazingRibs.com’s Full-Time Grill Tester
In celebration of the 70th anniversary of Weber's iconic kettle grill, the manufacturer has introduced a limited edition version of their 22" charcoal grill! Learn more about what makes it so unique by reading our full platinum medal review of the anniversary kettle grill.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Here are about 150 great BBQ and food tunes including Meathead's theme song 'You Can't Hurry Ribs' based on 'You Can't Hurry Love' by Diana Ross.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
If you want to start a career in food photography why start from scratch. Here's some food photography gear proven to get the job done.
Foodgrade hardwood pellets are available from multiple suppliers and supply a consistent source of heat and smoke for your pellet smoker.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Check out the custom barbecue gear we've designed to entertain your family and guests at your next barbecue!
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Our smoked variation on our famous Memphis Dust recipe takes it to the next level. Called “dry brining,” the salt gets wet, ionizes, becomes a brine, and slowly penetrates deep, enhancing flavor and juiciness while building a nice crusty “bark” on the surface.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Our Tuscan herb poultry rub and dry brine has parsley, sage, rosemary, thyme, and other goodies, all singing in harmony. Sprinkle on one tablespoon per pound of meat two hours or more before cooking. Called “dry brining,” the salt gets wet, ionizes, becomes a brine, and slowly penetrates deep, enhancing flavor and juiciness.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
Our red meat rub and dry brine is perfect for steaks, brisket, beef roasts, beef ribs, burgers, lamb, venison, duck, and goose. Mix with cream cheese to make a super Boursin-like cheese spread or sour cream to make a dip.
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John “Spinaker” Bowlsby
Pit Barrel Cookers' original 18.5" upright barrel smoker is a perennial favorite among our readers. In 2017, they introduced a smaller, 14" model called Pit Barrel Junior. Now they go big with the 55-gallon 22.5" PBX for larger cooks. This affordable barrel smoker excels in capacity, flavor, and ease of use. Read our full review of the Pit Barrel Cooker PBX here.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
In The Wok by Kenji Lopez-Alt cookbook, you'll learn why woks work, how to pick the right one, countless techniques, and a variety of delicious recipes. Read all about it in our rated review.
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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer
With "To Boldly Grow," author Tamar Haspel has written an entertaining memoir that follows along as she and her husband, Kevin Flaherty, made a pact that every dinner will have something that they have grown or caught.
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Robert F. Moss, AmazingRibs.com Author And BBQ Historian
Oklahoma Joe’s Bandera is a compact but capacious offset smoker thanks to its unusual upright vertical design. Though there are a few challenges to work around, the versatile unit is well-suited for the cook who wants to get a little more serious about smoking meats, fish, and vegetables over wood but isn’t ready to invest in a high-end offset cooker. Find out more about this entry-level offset cooker with our complete review and rating.
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Max Good, AmazingRibs.com’s Full-Time Grill Tester
Char-Broil bills their Cruise thermostatically controlled gas grill as, "the next generation of gas grilling….." For years, AmazingRibs.com cried out for thermostatic control on gas grills to replace vague LOW, MED, and HIGH control knob settings with specific temperatures so we were excited to see if Char-Broil delivers. Read our full review and find out our rating!
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Big Jim Maivald, Former AmazingRibs.com CTO
The Flame King refill kit offers an easy and affordable means to refill 1 lb. propane cylinders to save money and the environment.
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