It’s a well-known fact that I love a good pork loin. They’re easy to cook, you can flavor them in many different ways and they’re cheap so if it doesn’t turn out the way you hoped, it’s not a huge disappointment like a ruined brisket or filet mignon may be. This marinade creates a…
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Herb Butter Smoked Prime Rib: Your GO TO Prime Rib Recipe
Prime Rib is the pinnacle of holiday dinner and one that can intimidate even the best home cooks. But follow this guide and your house will be know as THE house of prime rib going forward. This recipe is for a 9 pound bone in Prime Rib. Ingredient quantities may vary depending on size. Prime…
How to Make Pig Candy: A Diva Q Inspired Treat
How to Make Pig Candy: A Diva Q Inspired Treat If you love bacon, raise your hand. I’m raising both hands right now with three pieces of bacon in each hand. Bacon is magic and we all know how to use it for Bacon Lettuce and Tomato sandwiches or sprinkle some on a salad to…
How to Make Roasted Cinnamon Almonds
How to Make Roasted Cinnamon Almonds Yeah, those ones from the Ball Park, the State Fair, and the Mall. You know that smell. Roasted Cinnamon Almonds. When it hits your nose, you know exactly what they are and you want some. The problem is, they’re just so darn expensive and you end up passing on…
How to Make Guacamole: Simple and Delicious Appetizer
How to Make Guacamole: Simple and Delicious Appetizer Guacamole is one of those magical foods that can be eaten by itself or used as a condiment or a side. So if you’re wondering what to take to your next neighborhood get together or family party, put guacamole right at the top of your list. You’ll…
How to Smoke a Turkey
This Smoked Turkey is the perfect turkey to serve on Thanksgiving, Christmas or any other day of the year. A Smoked Turkey turns out tender and delicious and will be your favorite way to prepare a turkey. Smoking a Turkey isn’t hard – just follow our step by step recipe and you will be a…
How to Smoke a Turkey Breast: Turkey Isn’t Just For Thanksgiving Anymore
Learn how to Smoke a Turkey Breast with our simple recipe. Turkey Breasts are perfect for feeding a smaller crowd and they are just as flavorful tender as the big bird! They provide delicious meat without the hassle of all the extra bones to worry about. My father used to make the most amazingly juicy…
How to Smoke a Pork Butt: A Multi-Use Meat
If you enjoy cooking and you’re any good at it, you probably have family or friends over often. It can sometimes be overwhelming to make several different dishes to put together a good meal for them to enjoy. This is where the pork butt comes in. This is a cut of meat that, in…
How to Make Chicken Lollipops: Cheap Chicken Made Fancy
How to Make Chicken Lollipops: Cheap Chicken Made Fancy Have you ever noticed how cheap chicken drumsticks are? I picked up a dozen yesterday from the grocery store for five bucks. Forty cents a piece is much easier on the meat budget than a $60 brisket. And while I would love to smoke a juicy…
How To Make Smoked Teriyaki Beef Jerky
Since I unpacked my Traeger pellet smoker, I wanted to try my hand at jerky. Jerky is always a delicious snack whether your hiking, road tripping or just looking for something to satisfy a quick smoked meat craving. I was a bit hesitant to smoke such small and thin pieces of meat but my hesitations…