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What Do I Do With Leftover Thanksgiving Turkey ?
Here’s how to turn that mountain of leftover Thanksgiving turkey into smoky, juicy, absolutely addictive gourmet tacos grilled over charcoal — something so good your family will fight over the leftovers instead of sneaking them into soup. Charcoal-Grilled Turkey Tacos al Carbón (with a Thanksgiving Twist) Key Idea We’re treating the turkey like al pastor…
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Next-Level Smoking: Root Vegetables You NEED to Try This Holiday Season
Smoking root vegetables is one of the most underrated moves you can make on a grill or smoker this holiday season. Low-and-slow heat turns their natural sugars into something almost candy-like while adding a layer of wood-smoke depth that ovens just can’t touch. Here are the absolute stand-outs you should throw on the grates alongside…
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What Kind Of Desserts Can I Make On A Charcoal Grill?
Oh hell yes, I have – and once you bake a dessert over live charcoal, you’ll never look at your Weber the same way again. There’s something primal and ridiculously good about that kiss of smoke winding its way through chocolate or browned butter that an indoor oven simply can’t touch. Here are three that…
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How Do I Make The McRib At Home?
Below is a spot-on homemade McRib you can cook on a charcoal grill. It nails the McRib’s sweet-smoky sauce, tender pork, soft bun, and that signature pickle-onion combo—without the mystery meat. INGREDIENTS (makes 4 sandwiches) For the pork patties: For the McRib sauce (copycat): Assembly: EQUIPMENT STEP-BY-STEP 1. Make the patties (shape like McRib!) 2.…
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The Maillard Reaction & Why It Tastes So Good
You’re talking about the Maillard reaction—the culinary wizardry that turns a plain piece of meat or vegetable into flavor-packed gold. What is the Maillard Reaction? Named after French chemist Louis-Camille Maillard (who studied it in 1912), this is a non-enzymatic browning reaction between: When heated to around 280–330°F (140–165°C), these compounds rearrange into hundreds of…
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How Do I Cook A Thanksgiving Turkey Over White Quebracho Lump Charcoal?
Smoked Thanksgiving Turkey Over White Quebracho Lump Charcoal Cooking a Thanksgiving turkey over white quebracho lump charcoal is an excellent choice for a smoky, flavorful bird. White quebracho (from the ultra-dense “axe-breaker” hardwood in Argentina) burns exceptionally hot, clean, and long—up to 6+ hours with minimal ash and smoke—making it ideal for low-and-slow smoking without…
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What Can I Cook In The Grill During The Fall / Winter?
1. Frost-Seared Smash Burgers with Chili-Cheese Melt Viral TikTok “ice-crust” technique — 15 min total Gear: Cast-iron griddle or plancha on grill (500°F+ zone) Serves: 4 Ingredients Method 2. Maple-Bourbon Glazed Carrots in Foil Pack Zero babysitting — 25 min Ingredients Method 2025 hack: Use MEATER Plus probe in thickest carrot — pull at 195°F…
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What Is The Perfect Charcoal For Grilling?
White quebracho (Aspidosperma quebracho-blanco), often called “axe-breaker” wood due to its extreme density, is a South American hardwood native to the Gran Chaco region of Argentina and Paraguay. It’s prized in grilling—especially for Argentine-style asados (barbecues)—because it burns exceptionally clean and hot, making it ideal for charcoal production or direct use as firewood. Whether you’re…
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How Do I Grill Veggies Like Steak?
t’s all about technique, seasoning, and a few unexpected twists. Here’s how to transform your veggies into flavor-packed showstoppers: – **Marinate Like Meat**: Use a bold marinade to infuse umami and depth. Try a mix of: – Soy sauce or tamari (2 tbsp) – Olive oil (2 tbsp) – Balsamic vinegar (1 tbsp) – Smoked…
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How Do I Cook Lasagna In A Charcoal Pizza Oven
Cooking lasagna in a charcoal pizza oven is a game-changer—it infuses the dish with a subtle smoky flavor from the charcoal, while the high, radiant heat creates beautifully caramelized edges and a bubbly, golden cheese topping. Unlike a standard oven (which bakes at a steady 350°F/175°C), a charcoal pizza oven runs hotter and more variably,…
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