I found a new, heavy-duty charcoal chimney – it’s a beefed up model compared to the ones you pick-up at Lowe’s or Home Depot… and I couldn’t be happier about it. I’m pretty tough on equipment and on average I would have to buy at least 2 or 3 new charcoal chimneys each year – and I always hated how …
Pulling Pork With Power Tools
If you’ve got a lot of meat to pull to feed a hungry public and don’t have a buffalo chopper – this little invention works like a charm. It’s called the Ro-Man Pork Puller and you just attach it to a power drill and go to work! Malcom Reed Connect on Facebook Follow me on Twitter Subscribe to my YouTube …
Competition Rib Recipe
This past weekend I had the chance to cook on a pellet smoker for the first time. If you’re not familiar with pellet cookers, they run off small, compressed “pellets” of 100% wood. There’s no filler or other junk to worry about, so what you get is pure, clean smoke. I have to admit that I was a little leery …
What You Need to Know Before Buying a Smoker
Let’s talk about everything you need to know about upgrading your equipment more specifically purchasing a new smoker. Here’s some things to think about before pulling the trigger: What is the smoker going to be used for? Are you buying your first smoker, or is it time to upgrade to a larger cooker? You first need to identify what the …
Pork Tenderloin Recipe
Pork Tenderloin is a great, easy recipe that is perfect for dinners with your family and friends. It doesn’t take long and it feeds several people. I start with: 2lb whole pork tenderloin placed in a ziplock bag. Pour in about 1/2 cup of Worcestershire Sauce 1/8 cup Soy Sauce and 2 TBS of Molasses Squeeze out the excess air …
How To Pull a Chicken
Shot a video this week about how to pull a smoked chicken. There is no wrong way to pull the meat from a whole chicken, really… but if you want to know how we pull a chicken, check it out here. Malcom Reed Connect on Facebook Follow me on Twitter Subscribe to my YouTube Channel Find me on Google+ Follow …
Smoking a Fresh Ham
There is a difference between smoking a fresh ham (or a “green ham”)- which is going to give you something more like barbecue. And smoking a cured ham – which is going to give you a more traditional Thanksgiving “Ham”. But if you want to smoke a fresh ham, I cook it just like I cook a whole shoulder. Hams are …
Western Premium Wood Products
The next time you are strolling down the charcoal isle at your local store; make sure to keep a look out for the name Western. This company is by far the innovator when it comes to cooking wood and charcoal. Western Premium Wood Products manufacturer and distribute just about any type of wood you can imagine from chunks, mini logs, …
Curing My Own Bacon
Curing and smoking a fresh side of bacon is on my to do list for the next few weeks. I like to use a maple brown sugar cure and soak the fresh pork belly for 4 days. Once it comes out of the brine it needs to to sit and air dry for 30-45 minutes. Then it’s ready for the …
Smoked Turkey Legs
I had a request for this recipe not too long ago, and since everyone’s mind is on Turkey this time of year, I thought it was a perfect time to share it. Smoked Turkey legs are quick and easy to prepare plus they’re inexpensive. You’ve probably seen them for sale at fairs, carnivals, or even sporting events because they make …
More UDS (Ugly Drum Smoker) Questions
I get questions about building a UDS all the time… and I love it because they are pretty simple to make, they are very inexpensive and work like a machine. I’ve got several of them and always have a few lent out to friends and family. But for my backyard smoking, it’s all I use. So here are a couple …
Using Cinnamon in BBQ??
Great question about flavors that are hot on the competition circuit right now… I smell a lot of cinnamon coming from winning teams smokers. Any ideas on that? THANK YOU for your help. I think the cinnamon you’re picking up is in the seasonings. I know I use a little in The BBQ Rub. In small doses it goes well …
Heading To The American Royal
This morning me, Waylon and the luckiest girl in the world were up and on the road by 4:30 AM to make the drive from Memphis to Kansas City. I’ts our first time at this world championship bbq contest… and we’re documenting it all! Mostly because we’re excited to be here. This is the first time I’ve ever cooked 2 contests back-to-back, …
Cooking for Benefits and Fundraisers
Lately I’ve had a lot of people asking me about cooking full loads on their smokers for benefits and fundraisers. And I’m happy to help out with information here. Especially when you are raising money for someone in need or to help kids raise money. It will take a little longer to cook a full load on any cooker, …
Modifying a Ugly Drum Smoker (UDS)
I had a question about modifying the plans on my website of a UDS smoker build. (<< you can see the pictures and plan by hitting that link) Is it necessary to install a pan where you could fill a little water somewhere between the firecage and the grid? Thought that could be useful as a dripping pan as well …