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The Top Mouthwatering Recipes From The AmazingRibs.com Team (29 Recipes, 1 Article)

Published On: 1/13/2020 Last Modified: 1/22/2026

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Every year at AmazingRibs.com, we take a peek at the recipes that you, our visitors, enjoyed the most over the course of the entire year.

Of course, ribs and brisket are near the top, but you might be surprised by some of the other recipes and how-tos. Homemade pastrami, homemade bacon, and Chicago Italian beef sandwiches all made the list. We’re thrilled that you are enjoying these dishes! Now it’s time to dive in.

brisket on a grill.

Authentic Texas Style Smoked Brisket Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Behold the best smoked brisket recipe ever! Texas style brisket is more than a recipe, it is a concept and a goal.
Memphis dust dry rub

Meathead's World Famous Memphis Dust Rub Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This popular Memphis dust bbq dry rub recipe is the only seasoning blend you'll ever need for pork, chicken, fish, beef, and veggies.
Sliced homemade pastrami

A Smoked Pastrami Recipe That's Close To Katz's

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you've ever wondered how to make pastrami then we've got you covered. Moist and tender, this is the ultimate homemade pastrami recipe.
rack of ribs and sauce on a cutting board.

An Epic Smoked Ribs Recipe (Baby Back or St. Louis Spare Ribs)

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Mastering smoked BBQ ribs -whether St. Louis style, spare, or baby back -with our comprehensive tutorial will make you a backyard all star.
pastrami rub raw

A Pastrami Rub Recipe That Rivals New York's Famed Katz's Deli

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

After much research and trial and error, here's my approximation of Katz's pastrami rub recipe for a New York pastrami sandwich at home.
pulled pork sandwich with sauce

An Easy BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe With Mouthwatering Results

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This easy pulled pork recipe skips the slow cooker to create authentic low-and-slow smoked pulled pork on a smoker or grill.
BBQ rub being sprinkled on to meat

Big Bad Beef Dry Rub Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This flavorful beef dry rub recipe is perfect for seasoning brisket, ribs, steak, and more. You can make this rub in advance and store it.
roast turkey with sage

From Grill to Plate: The Go-To Guide to Turkey Done Outdoors

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Our grilled and smoked turkey recipe and tutorial make your ordinary holiday meal extraordinary! Here's everything you need to know.
Smoked Texas style beef rib

The Ultimate Texas-Style Smoked BBQ Beef Ribs Recipe

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Here's the only smoked beef rib recipe you'll ever need! The key to replicating this Texas BBQ classic is cooking them low and slow.
grilled prime rib.

The Science Of Cooking Prime Rib, Tenderloin, And Other Beef Roasts

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

There are some tricks to learning how to cook a perfect prime rib, rump, and other beef roasts and we have assembled them all in one place!
sliced homemade smoked bacon.

How To Make Smoked Homemade Bacon - It Is So Much Better Than Store Bought

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Homemade bacon is easy. The results are much better than store bought. You can make countless variations once you have the basic recipe down.
smoked bacon

Once You Make Maple Bacon, You'll Never Get Store Bought Again

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

You need to try this homemade smoked maple bacon recipe for some the most delicious, homemade smoky bacon you'll ever taste.
Kansas City BBQ Sauce.

This Kansas City Style BBQ Sauce Is The Real Deal

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Say so long to bottled BBQ sauce and hello to amped up homemade Kansas City-style sauce with this step-by-step recipe.
cured and smoked ham sliced on a cutting board.

How To Make A Cured Smoked Ham From Scratch

By:

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 Bear Italian Beef Sandwich.

Classic Chicago Italian Beef Sandwich Recipe As Seen On Hulu's "The Bear"

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you're a fan of The Bear, a hit FX On Hulu series with Jeremy Allen White, then this recipe for classic Italian beef sandwiches is for you
Pork ribs being judged

Competition Ribs Recipe and Award Winning Tricks

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

Perfect your competition ribs with these simple tips and a competition recipe for ribs that are moist, tender, and packed full of flavor.
Two teams testing ribs

Indoor Ribs: Use This Recipe For Smoked Ribs When You Can't Get Outside

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Here's how to make indoor ribs in your oven that most folks will think you nursed for hours in the smoker. Click here for the recipe.
Sliced corned beef

How To Cure Corned Beef From Scratch That Outshines Store Bought

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Why spend the time making our homemade corned beef recipe? Because it is so much better than anything you could buy at the grocery store!
Char siu ribs in takeout container

This Chinatown Char Siu Ribs Recipe Tastes Great Cooked Indoors Or Out

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Everybody loves Chinese restaurant "BBQ" ribs. They have a distinct pork flavor, a glossy sheen that implies the sweet glaze beneath.
Roast beef sandwich

Authentic Pit Roast Beef Done Right In Your Own Backyard

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you've dreaded stuff that passes for roast beef and wished you could find the real deal then this Baltimore pit beef recipe is for you.
NC Lexington Dip BBQ Sauce.

North Carolina Lexington Dip BBQ Sauce Recipe

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Lexington BBQ sauce recipe is mostly vinegar with a touch of ketchup and pepper. Here's how to make authentic NC Dip BBQ sauce and mop baste.
Sliced homemade Canadian bacon

Canadian And Irish Bacon Made Better At Home

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Fans of Canadian bacon will rejoice this recipe for making flavorful smoked pork loin at home. Click here to learn more.
double smoked ham

You Have Stumbled Across The Ultimate Double Smoked Ham Recipe

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Create the best ham you've ever tasted with this ultimate double smoked ham recipe. The true star of the show is the sweet and savory glaze!
chicken roasting on a grill rack

Simon & Garfunkel Spice Rub For Poultry Recipe

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

With “parsley, sage, rosemary and thyme,” as the song goes, this herb blend goes on everything. Try it on chicken, turkey, potatoes, and more.
mustard BBQ sauce in a jar.

Columbia Gold, A South Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce Recipe

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

In Mid-South Carolina, from Columbia to Charleston, BBQ sauce is yellow. Here is a quick and easy South Carolina mustard BBQ sauce recipe.
Couple enjoying a smoked turkey leg

How to Smoke Turkey Legs, Disney Style

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This tested recipe reproduces the monster smoked turkey legs you see if you visit any of the Disney parks. Click here for details.
Sliced elk steak

Elk Steak Seared In Cast Iron Is As Simple And Delicious As It Gets

By:

Malcom Reed, AmazingRibs.com Content Contributor

YouTube BBQ star Malcom Reed joins us again with his super simple, super delicious recipe for elk steak. Click here for details.
smoked salmon

Schmancy Hot Smoked Salmon Recipe (Works For All Fish)

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This hot smoked salmon recipe creates an elegant, delicate, moist piece of salmon with a hint of sweet, salt, and garlic.
corned beef hash

The Corned Beef Hash Recipe All Others Aspire To Be

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This corned beef hash recipe is a perfect way to use leftover corned beef after St. Patrick's Day has come and gone.
Chickens dunked in Alabama white BBQ sauce at Big Bob Gibsons

Big Bob Gibson’s Bama Birds With White BBQ Sauce Recipe

By:

Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Packed full of flavor, this recipe for Alabama white BBQ sauce is the perfect addition to grilled and smoked chicken.

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