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  • Brisket with dark crust bark

    Mouthwatering Brisket Dry Rub Is Easy To Ace With This Type Of Coffee Grounds

    Brisket is incredible when done right, with crispy bark full of umami and tender meat running with juices. Add coffee to your dry rub and it's a gamechanger.

    By Wendy Leigh 44 min ago Read More
  • Person using tongs to flip seafood and steak on a gas grill.

    6 Things To Check If Your Gas Grill Isn't Getting Hot Enough

    If your gas grill isn't getting hot enough to cook properly, consider this expert-supplied checklist before buying a new model or heading to a repair shop.

    By Nicole Adams 3 days ago Read More
  • A beautifully browned and crusted burger patty on a flat-top grill.

    How To Grill The Absolute Best Burgers On Your Blackstone

    A Blackstone grill makes a mean burger, but only if you really know what you're doing. Here is how to get the best results, every single time.

    By Chesney McDonald 5 days ago Read More
  • A hand grills flat steaks on a flat-top grill.

    The Cuts Of Meat You Should Never Cook On A Flat-Top Grill

    Flat-top grills are pretty versatile cooking tools, however there are certain cuts of meat that you may want to avoid if you're hoping for the best results.

    By Chesney McDonald 6 days ago Read More
  • Gas grill covered in snow

    5 Disadvantages Of Using A Gas Grill In Cold Weather

    There's a reason why gas grills are associated with summer - here are the biggest downsides of using the grill in the winter, and how to navigate them.

    By Wendy Leigh 6 days ago Read More
  • Pork ribs covered in barbecue sauce

    The Ideal Grilling Time For BBQ Ribs That Fall Right Off The Bone

    For ribs that are so tender they fall right off the bone, consider one expert's advice for the best way to cook them for your backyard barbecue.

    By Matthew Spina 7 days ago Read More
  • Grilled corn and peppers on a Weber charcoal grill

    The Best-Selling Weber Grill Beginners Love For Its Ease Of Use And Efficiency

    Weber's classic charcoal kettle grill has earned a solid reputation among barbecue fans, but what makes it such a good choice for beginners?

    By Tracy Doucette 7 days ago Read More
  • Wine department at Costco

    The Best Costco Wines For A Backyard Barbecue

    At Costco, you can pair Cabernet with steak, Zinfandel with pulled pork, Pinot Noir with salmon, and many other delicious wines with your favorite BBQ dishes.

    By Hayley Hamilton Cogill 7 days ago Read More
  • A cooked ribeye tomahawak steak rests on a cutting board on a wooden table.

    Topping Ribeye With This Crunchy Ingredient Punches Up Sweet And Smoky Flavors

    There are plenty of sauces and condiments that are typically served with steak, from aioli to A1. But this unlikely one offers sweet, smoky flavors and texture.

    By Sean Bell 10 days ago Read More
  • A juicy double burger with melted cheese and pickles on a brioche bun with fries

    How Long To Rest A Burger Before Taking The First Bite

    A perfect burger is something to strive for, and that inevitably involves allowing them to rest for a certain amount of time before biting in.

    By Martha Brennan 10 days ago Read More
  • Closeup of person forming meatballs with raw ground beef

    Ditch Marinara For The Sauce That Makes Ground Beef Meatballs Perfect For Cookouts

    When you picture meatballs, you might imagine them served the Italian way — but this one sauce makes them ideal for a good ol' American cookout.

    By Allie Sivak 11 days ago Read More
  • A large steak covered in grill marks cooking over a charcoal grill

    How To Adjust The Temperature Of A Charcoal Grill Without Killing Your Flame

    Adjusting your charcoal grill's vents can help you control the heat without killing the flame. Here's how to get the temperature right.

    By Ian Fortey 13 days ago Read More
  • A Weber charcoal grill.

    2 Common Weber Grill Issues Customers Only Notice After Unboxing Their Purchase

    Weber is one of the most popular grill brands in the U.S., but with this popularity have also come several complaints — and disgruntled customers.

    By Allison Forsyth 15 days ago Read More
  • Weber Summit grill outside of home

    Why The Flames On Weber Summit Grills Get So Big

    The whole point of a grill is to cook over open flames, but large flames can also be alarming. We look at the science behind how these grills start.

    By Deepak Narayanan 18 days ago Read More
  • Two homemade veggie patties on wooden board with dried beans.

    How To Keep Veggie Burgers Intact When Cooking Without Adding A Binder To The Patties

    As any vegetarian can tell you, one of the hardest things about making veggie burgers is keeping the patty intact, especially without a binder.

    By Lindsey Reynolds 19 days ago Read More
  • Scored and spiced steak on wooden surface

    Does Scoring Steak Lead To A Better Crust?

    You may have heard that scoring your meat will result in a more textured meal. One expert has some other thoughts about the technique.

    By Matthew Spina 21 days ago Read More
  • Four black Weber grills lined up on a patio

    What Causes Weber Gas Grills' Temperature Regulation Problems

    If your Weber grill is struggling to regulate its temperature, here are some common issues that your grill could be having.

    By Dee Lopez 21 days ago Read More
  • seared and sliced ribeye steak with grilled vegetables

    Cook The Perfect Ribeye On Your Flat-Top Grill With The Ideal Temperature And Oil

    You can easily make a tasty, well-caramelized homemade ribeye on a flat-top, so long as you use this temperature and this type of oil.

    By Matthew Spina 22 days ago Read More
  • A beautifully grilled and sliced sirloin steak is on a platter.

    Make Steak That's Tender And Bursting With Flavor With One Simple Onion Trick

    We all know to tenderize meat using a meat mallet or an acidic marinade, but a humble onion can do the tenderizing trick just as well -- or even better.

    By Vanessa Nix Anthony 25 days ago Read More
  • Cleaning the top of a grill with a garden hose and a sponge

    Is It Safe To Hose Down Your Grill?

    When the weather gets hot, many of use turn to the outdoors for meal prep. After a barbecue, clean up can be a particularly messy prospect.

    By Luna Regina 26 days ago Read More
  • a seared steak on a metal tray with fresh rosemary, coarse salt, and a fork beside it atop a wooden table

    You Can Cook Steak In Olive Oil, But There's A Catch

    If you avoid dairy, or olive oil is just your go-to fat for cooking, we talked to an expert about choosing the right kind for searing steak.

    By A.J. Forget 27 days ago Read More
  • Cooked beef in a pan topped with sliced onions

    Could Raw Onions Be Your Ticket To More Tender Steak?

    In the search for a perfectly tender cut of meat, you may have come across the notion that raw onions will help. Here's what one expert had to say.

    By A.J. Forget 27 days ago Read More
  • Gilling baby back ribs over direct heat

    West Texas-Style BBQ Is The No-Frills Cowboy Way Of Cooking Meats To Try Before Summer Is Over

    For the sort of barbecue style that would make an Old West cowboy proud, West Texas is where you want to turn before summer comes to a close.

    By Matthew Spina 27 days ago Read More
  • Blackstone Griddle

    How Long Do Blackstone Griddles Last?

    Blackstone griddles aren't cheap, so it helps to know how many years you can get out of them. Turns out, the answer isn't so straightforward.

    By Josie Dlugosz 27 days ago Read More
  • Outdoor cooking with kebabs

    Wood Grill Vs Smoker: How Each Is Unique (And Why They Make Your Food Taste Different)

    Wood grills and smokers might sound like they're basically the same, but the two outdoor cooking appliances function differently and make food taste unique.

    By Wendy Leigh 1 month ago Read More
  • Person grilling burger patties over charcoal

    The Timing Rule A Grilling Expert Follows When Seasoning Burger Patties

    Be careful not to season your homemade burgers too early. Follow the advice of Cowboy Kent Rollins for the best time to flavor your meat.

    By Matthew Spina 1 month ago Read More
  • Four hot dogs cooking on a hot grill with burgers in the background

    Give Hot Dogs These 2 Tangy Toppings For An Atlanta-Style Cookout

    For a hot dog that's bursting with gustatory complexity and textural contrast, you're going to want to give franks an Atlanta-style twist with two toppings.

    By A.J. Forget 1 month ago Read More
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