Grilling Dutchman

Pellet smokers changed backyard BBQ forever. They made smoking meat easier for beginners compared to traditional smokers, while still giving food that real wood-fired flavor, but how do pellet smokers work? Key Takeaway:A pellet smoker works by automatically feeding wood pellets from a hopper into a fire pot using an auger. An electric igniter starts […]

After a long day of grilling, one thing I used to wonder about was what to do with all the leftover charcoal sitting in the grill. Over time, I learned that a lot of it can still be reused, and some of it even comes in handy around the yard. The good news is that […]

I still remember the first time I tried an In-N-Out burger on a road trip. The burger itself was great, but the sauce was what really stood out to me. It had that creamy, tangy flavor that somehow worked perfectly with the fresh toppings and grilled beef. After making burgers at home for years, I […]

Most BBQ grills take between 10 and 45 minutes to fully heat up, depending on the type of grill and your target cooking temperature. Gas grills and Blackstones usually heat the fastest, while charcoal, pellet, and kamado grills often take longer to stabilize. I have noticed over the years that weather, fuel quality, and airflow […]

I still remember my very first grill. I fired it up without seasoning, thinking, “How bad can it be?” Well… the burgers were horrible, and the whole thing smoked like a chimney. Lesson learned: you’ve got to season a grill before you use it. If you’re just getting started with grilling, check out my Grilling […]

Understanding The Importance of Seasoning a Smoker Understanding the importance of seasoning a smoker is crucial for achieving the best flavor and optimal cooking results. Key Takeaway “My how to season a smoker process refers to coating the interior walls, outside and grates with a layer of oil to create a protective barrier and prevent […]

I decided to do a separate review of the Spitjack meat injector. The reason is that this marinade and meat injectors are very popular and get some high ratings. The Spitjack meat injector review will tell you all about the 4 ways to buy this injector gun. If you have not decided yet, you can […]

At the time I am writing this, the prices of meat are skyrocketing. One thing to save money is to buy a whole chicken and cut it into 8 pieces. Cutting up a whole chicken into 8 pieces isn’t something to be intimidated by. It is an ingenious way to save money, and with consistent […]

You might as well call the Premiala meat injector an awesome commercial-grade injector.I had never heard of this brand and found it by accident, and when I started reading about it, I found out that it is a very good product. when I started looking for, and reading meat injector reviews, I found a lot […]

Pork belly burnt ends on a pellet grill are made by cubing skinless pork belly, seasoning it, and smoking low and slow until a dark, flavorful bark forms. The pieces are then braised in butter, brown sugar, and honey until tender, sticky, and caramelized. How To Make Pork Belly Burnt Ends Recipe For Pork Belly […]

I have tried a lot of pork rubs over the years. Some were too sweet, some burned too fast, and some just didn’t do much at all. This is the one I keep coming back to. It is simple, balanced, and works on just about anything. Pork ribs, pork butt, even chops. Why I Use […]

A lot of people ask me this, especially when they’re just getting into cooking meat at home. Grilling vs broiling. It seems almost the same. High heat. Fast cooking. Nice crust. But they are not the same, and once you understand the difference, you will get better results fast. Let me break it down in […]

When I first started using a meat injector, I made the same mistake most people make. I bought a cheap plastic one. It worked once. Then it clogged, leaked, and ended up in the trash. After that, I started paying more attention to what actually matters in a good injector. Eddie’s Tip! Honestly, you don’t […]

I have seen people make injecting meat way more complicated than it needs to be. Some guides out there read like you need a science degree just to inject a piece of pork. That’s not how I cook. I keep it simple. And honestly, once you have done it once, you wonder why it ever […]

After we are done grilling on our charcoal grill, we like to eat our food while it is still hot. However, it is also important to put out the charcoal grill as quickly and safely as possible. The reason for this is that most of the time our grill is no longer watched, and this […]

I have seen this go wrong more times than I can count. People buy a grill that’s too small, and end up cooking in batches all night. Or they go big, burn through fuel, and barely use half the space. I’ve done both. The good news? There’s a simple way to get this right the […]

Do you remember what they always say? Eat the rainbow. I’ll be honest, when I fire up the grill, I am usually thinking about meat first. Burgers, steaks, ribs, you name it. That’s just how it goes. But over time, I learned something. Adding vegetables to the grill is one of the easiest ways to […]