Smoked turkey breast is a great idea for your smaller holiday gatherings, such as Friendsgiving. It’s an underrated meat the rest of the year. Not sure why because it tastes so dang good! In this post, we will go over the full process of how…

Folks seem to have a love – hate relationship with Brussels sprouts, mostly because some don’t know how to cook them. When Brussels sprouts are roasted, the outsides have a Milliard reaction and creates that tasty, browned crust. This roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and…

Biscuits are the ultimate comfort food: they can be a side to your comfort food main dish or be the main dish itself. They are also acceptable to eat with any meal any time of the day. With a kiss of hickory smoke, as well…

Pork tenderloin is a fantastic cut of meat to cook up and is very versatile to different types of flavors. If you’re new to smoking, it is a great cut of meat to begin learning on (I have a recipe for that, by the way).…

Ham and cheese sliders are a smashing success in my home. Both the picky little eaters and adults alike love it! Using King’s Hawaiian rolls, a mixture of toppings, and the ham and cheese (of course), these sliders are quick to put together and quick…

This post is sponsored by Kingsford but the content and opinions expressed here are my own. Grilled steak kabob skewers are a classic summertime dish, but are good to be eaten any time of the year. Combining chunks of marinated steak and vegetables helps you…

The bacon wrapped jalapeno popper burger is a perfect blend of appetizer and main dish. A burger topped with bacon, three types of cheeses, roasted jalapeno, all packed within a toasted brioche bun? Does it get much better? You be the judge. For starters… Let’s…

If you’ve ever been to a gathering of sorts, especially those where watching sports is involved, then there’s a chance you’ve had smoked bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers. But have you had them stuffed with chorizo? And with a kiss of hickory smoke? Next level. I’ll…

Smoked salmon on the grill is my favorite way to eat this fish (although grilled on a cedar plank is a close second). The texture of the salmon and smoky goodness infused provide a different element that baking in the oven just can’t match. In…

NOTE: Omaha Steaks sponsored this grilled shrimp post. Occasionally, I do sponsored posts with products I truly enjoy using. With that said, this recipe is one of them. My favorite way to cook shrimp is on the grill, especially if it is either grilled shrimp…

Cook up this skillet chocolate chip cookie on your grill or in your oven! Dress it up with ice cream, chocolate syrup, and whatever other dessert toppings you wish! Check the recipe for the details.

This post is sponsored by Omaha Steaks and contains affiliate links. The FCC makes me say this for some reason. If you’re reading this blog post, chances are very high that you’ve had a ribeye steak before. You’ve probably come here because you’re curious of…

This post is sponsored by Kingsford and I used Kingsford Wood Pellets for cooking all of these recipes in this post. Most folks who cook on the grill primarily use it for meats. While cooking meat on the grill is my jam, just know you…

Pulled pork nachos are a perfect for any occasion! The ideal cheese for pulled pork nachos are cheddar and Monterrey jack. Layer it on for extra cheesiness to this dish! This recipe can use either freshly cooked or leftover pulled pork. Let’s go through the…

Note: this post is sponsored by the good folks at Omaha Steaks. Living in a household of non-seafood folks, we have grown to appreciate salmon. It is less “fishy” tasting and lends itself to other flavors pretty well. This garlic lemon lime cedar planked salmon…

Note: this post is done in collaboration with Omaha Steaks. Tomahawk ribeye steaks have been gaining in popularity due to their visual appeal and size. You see them on social media and they make your eyes pop out and your jaw drop like on those…

Note: this post is sponsored by Omaha Steaks. Do you ever dream of a world in which one steak is actually two steaks? Or have you found yourself wanting a more tender cut of beef AND one that is a little more firm? Well that…

In the movie Nacho Libre, Esqueleto (Nacho Libre’s sidekick) can be seen throughout the film eating corn on a cob on a stick, known as elotes. There’s a particular scene where Jack Black’s character is offered some of this Mexican street corn and Jack Black…

Another year, another list of must-haves when working the grill. I’ve compiled another list of some of my favorite things I personally love using. CAMP CHEF WOODWIND WiFi GRILL I was fortunate to get my hands on one of these Camp Chef Woodwind WiFi grills…

In the world of grilling, pork chops don’t get enough love as they should. They tend to be upstaged by beef cuts such as ribeye, New York strip, and filets. But pork chops do have some things going for them: they’re leaner cuts, they’re usually…

If you’ve ever been to a Brazilian steakhouse (aka- churrascaria or rodizio-style), chances are you’ve had picanha. The servers that come by your table will bring this beef on the skewer that is shaped like a “C” and slice it off the front and onto…

Tomahawk ribeye steak is becoming more popular thanks to an increase in folks who like to grill and BBQ influencers (such as myself) on social media promoting these magnificent cuts of beef. These steaks are a bit pricey at the butcher and that alone can…

My introduction to Southern corn pudding came when I went up to the From the Ashes BBQ festival up in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Anthony DiBernardo, of Swig & Swine in South Carolina, had this side dish he was cooking in a large cauldron and immediately…

What meat is barbacoa? It is made from chuck roast, brisket, or beef cheeks. But beef is no the only meat used for barbacoa. In addition to beef, some barbacoa recipes call for pork, lamb, or goat (cabrito). These Backyard Barbacoa Tacos are going to…

While the BBQ meat is the main event on the plate, you can’t overlook the supporting cast: the side dishes. I’d like to think the sides you make should be good enough to eat on your own after the BBQ is all gone. This smoked…

I enjoy BBQing up a variety of proteins and chicken is one that gets much love in my household (even though it may not on my social media accounts). I love cooking chicken spatchcocked and this Spatchcocked Lemon Garlic Chicken is a simple recipe that packs…

In the market for a drum smoker? This Oklahoma Joe’s Bronco drum smoker has some versatility and holds heat for many hours. We take a deep dive into the features and why this smoker is worth trying. When I first got into barbecue, my very…

For those of you that follow me on Instagram (@learningtosmoke), you may have seen my IG story back in late April/early May when I made the trip to Wooster, Ohio for the BBQ Summit at Certified Angus Beef  ®  headquarters. To be honest, initially I…

This smoked brisket recipe has been a work in progress over the years. After many experiments of successes and failures, this smoked brisket recipe has become my go-to. This post is perfect for smoked brisket for beginners. Ah, brisket. The cut of beef I was…

If you’ve seen other posts besides that popular one here on my blog, then you’ll notice that I love me some tri-tip. My favorite way to cook up some tri tip is to rub it, smoke it, and then sear it in a cast iron…

This post is sponsored by the Certified Angus Beef ® brand in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own. Are you interested in making homemade brisket pastrami? Or looking for a new recipe? I’m guessing its either…

Note: This New York strip steak and shrimp post is sponsored by the Certified Angus Beef ® brand in conjunction with a social media campaign through Sunday Supper LLC. All opinions are my own. When a special occasion like Valentine’s Day or Mother’s Day comes…

How To Trim a Brisket Ah, brisket trimming. The joyful moments that come cutting off fat and silver skin. While it may not be the most exciting part of prepping, knowing how to trim a brisket is very important. You trim a brisket for multiple…

I have never understood the obsession some people have with prime rib. I’m guessing it’s because the only time I’d see it was when I was a kid and my parents would take our family to some buffet restaurant and prime rib would be the…

Ever since I got into smoking meat, I’ve been told that brisket burnt ends are the pinnacle of barbecue. To be honest, I never had much of an interest in making them. After waiting 12-14 hours of smoking a brisket, then letting it rest for…

In this post, we are all about ham! Even though most of us serve up ham during the holidays or Easter, it’s a friggin’ shame we don’t cook ’em up more often. If you do it right and add your own personal flare to it,…

Another year, another BBQ essentials list! Not to say that the items I shared last time are completely obsolete, but I want to add to the previous list. Consider it an addendum to the previous BBQ Essentials list. Check out more products that I love…

What is a reverse sear? In case you need a refresher, a traditional sear is when you start out cooking food at a high heat, which usually begins around at 500F. Once the meat has been seared on both sides, then it is cooked in…

If you haven’t noticed from most of the recipes on my website, I like simple. That means I try to maximize flavor with the fewest ingredients possible (mostly. Every once in a while I like to expand my horizons). Lucky for you, this is another one…

If you follow me on Instagram, you will see smoked tri tip show up on my feed often. It’s definitely in my top three of meats to barbecue. It is the first meat I ever smoked. I’ve prepared it in different ways and reverse sear…