It pays to know the different ways to tenderise meat before it goes inside the pellet smoker, especially when planning a big party at home. I will never forget that one barbecue party I hosted where the meat was not as tender as expected. While my guests were polite enough […]
Author: David Frangos
What is Flank Steak? 5 Things You Need to Know
When it comes to beef, it can sometimes be confusing which cut to use for steak. There’s ribeye, porterhouse, filet mignon, T-bone, and then there’s flank steak. The latter is oftentimes underappreciated but is actually a versatile steak that’s great for grilling and other types of meals. Flank steak is […]
How Long Can Smoked Meat Be Kept In The Fridge?
There are many reasons why I love smoking meat. Aside from the smoky flavour, smoked meat can last longer, which means I can do a large batch of bacon and ham and store them without spoiling right away. However, I wasn’t sure how long they could last in the fridge. […]
How Long To Rest Steak After Cooking – The Key To Juicy Meat
It is always tempting to dig right into a perfectly cooked steak. However, as the old saying goes, “all the good things are worth waiting for”, the same is true when it comes to steaks. Letting the steak rest for a bit before slicing a big chunk can make a […]
Pellet Smoker Not Enough Smoke, Is it Normal?
It can be frustrating every time I find my pellet smoker is not producing enough smoke. The first time it happened, I thought I needed to replace it. However, after some digging, I found out why there’s not enough smoke on my pellet smoker. One of the reasons a pellet […]
Am I Cheating Because I Use a Pellet Smoker to Cook?
With the constant advancement in technology, especially in the world of grilling and smoking meats, who wouldn’t want to use pellet smokers? I am guilty of using one because pellet smokers make my life much easier and give me the result I want. However, many consider using one to be […]
Is It Safe to Use a Pellet Smoker Indoors?
Smoking meat outdoors can be so much fun, especially with friends and family. However, there are times when the weather doesn’t permit it. When this happens, I always wish I could bring my pellet smoker inside and use it. Pellet smokers are not recommended to use indoors because it is […]
Camp Chef Smoker Not Igniting: A Step-by-step Fix!
All things are meant to break down one way or another, no matter how good we take care of them, and my Camp Chef Smoker is no exception to that. I can still remember the first time it failed me. I was dismayed because I was excited to try something […]
Using a Smoker Blanket: Is It Safe?
I always enjoy grilling and smoking with family and friends especially during holidays. However, when a holiday falls in winter, the weather sometimes won’t permit us to enjoy smoking and grilling. This is why I considered using a smoker blanket so we can smoke meat all year round. Smoker blankets […]
Pit Boss Smoker Not Igniting: How to Fix It
Growing up, our family would always spend the weekends grilling and smoking different meats, and it is no wonder why I became passionate and interested in smoking and grilling. Over the years, I have tried several smokers and grillers, and one common problem I always encounter is they sometimes fail […]