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The Purpose
When I got my first Pellet grill in 2014, this BBQ stuff was so new to me. I thought BBQ was Dogs, Burgers and steak. I never realized all...
Saturday, August 25, 2018
Under Grill Storage
Sunday, August 12, 2018
St Louis Style Spare Ribs
I seasoned them with a pork rub. I placed them on the grill and cooked at 225 the entire time. I didnt wrap them or glaze them. I did spray with apple juice every 30 to 45 minutes. In the foil pack are Yukon gold potatoes I left them on for the entire cook. They came out good but a little firm.
Friday, August 10, 2018
Pellet Grill Temp Swings (Same as an Oven)
So many people complain about temp swings with their Pellet Grills. A Pellet grill is really just an outdoor convection oven. Here is an interesting read about the history of ovens and the Temp swings they experience. Oven Temperture Swings
Wednesday, August 8, 2018
Malcom Reed How to BBQ Right
Tuesday, August 7, 2018
Frozen Pizza
Frozen Pizza On a Pellet Grill
I really enjoy cooking frozen Pizza on my Pellet Grill. Here I am using a metal pan with holes it makes it easier to turn every 4 minutes to get it to bake evenly. Others use a pizza stone and some do it directly on the rack. The 2nd Tier grill rack is an after market rack designed to fit the Traeger JR but it works great in My Cabela's Pro 24 (Made by Danson they make Pit Boss). I just follow the package directions and turn every 4 minutes.
Monday, August 6, 2018
Folding Shelf
I was going to run with Idea 2 and I even ordered all the components which will now be given as gifts or returned. I leave it in this article to give choices.
Idea # 1
I was in hardware/fireplace store in Troy MO and saw a Folding stainless steel shelf made by green mountain grills for there Daniel Boone Model. I Like this shelf better because it will be outside and stainless steel does hold up better then wood. It is also longer and lighter then the shelf in idea 2.
Here is a link from walmart
Here is a Youtube video showing the install ona Geeen Mountain Grill We had to improvise a little bit since the brackets aren't attached to the shelf it worked out Great.
Idea # 2
I got this idea from the Pit Boss Grill owners sight on facebook. You essentially attach folding brackets to the front of your grill and attach a piece of shelving to it. I have seen people using wood and metal.
While this might be a great Idea if you have the ability to attach the brackets to the Bolts from the legs (where the metal is heaver it might not work as well when screwing into the thin piece of metal
between the legs.
It might seem a bit extreme but I don't have to sand or stain it and it is food safe. I did buy an elixir to rub on it to help maintain it against the elements. click for -----> Wood cutting board
(This board was very heavy so I shelved this idea while I searched for a lighter board.
I do not earn any commissions from the links in this post it is offered as a service to help those who may be of interested.
Sunday, August 5, 2018
T Bone
I season my steak with an SPG blend (salt, pepper, garlic) you can use your favorite rub.
Arrange the steaks on the grill and Smoke them at about 225 until the internal temperature reaches 115 degrees F.
Remove steaks from grill. I let them rest tented until the pit is ready
Turn the grill temperature up to 400 or more and preheat, lid closed until the Grill Reaches Temp. ( As an optional step you can use grill grates, I did. I place the Grill Grates on the grill to heat up before the sear)
When the grill comes to temperature, sear the steaks until they reach an internal temperature of 135 degrees F for medium-rare. ( see flame broiler below)
Remove from grill and top with a pat of butter. Let steaks rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Enjoy!
Friday, August 3, 2018
Poor Mans Burnt Ends
I finally found a use for the Chuck Roast in my freezer. This recipe is made on a charocoal Grill but it ie easily adapted to a Pellet Grill Since Susie Bulloch of Hey Grill Hey gives Tempertures Click here, I plan on following her Recipe with 1 or 2 minor Twists. I will use a setting of about 225 for at least the first 3 hours if not the entire cook.
Thursday, August 2, 2018
Pulled Pork Leftovers - 25 or More Ideas
Pork Butts soon to be Pulled Pork
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Pulled Pork Omlette |
17 lbs of Pork Butt can you say Pulled Pork
I put 17 lbs of Pork butt on my Pro 24 about 5:15 am.
I may wrap depending on temp if it goes past 430pm. I may also raise to 250 at the 6 or 8 hour mark.
Monday, July 30, 2018
Tri Tip the Thermoworks Way
I will soon be calling my butcher and ordering a Tri Tip very soon and will cook it as per this Thermoworks Blog Post.
I wont worry about the 2 zone heating I will smoke it at 215 or so until its ready to sear. I will pull it off crank up the temp then open the Flame broiler for a proper reverse sear.
They also explain how to carve the tri tip against the grain. Note the grain goes in 2 different directions you cant go wrong if you read the entire blog post.
Cooking Temps Thermoworks blog
Direct from thermoworks if they dont understand cook temps who does. Notice the statement under the 1st chart "
These temperatures are ideal peak temperatures. Meats should be removed from heat 5 to 10°F (2 to 5°C; more for larger cuts) lower and allowed to rise during resting."
https://blog.thermoworks.com/2010/10/chef-recommended-tw-approved/
BBQ Bologna
I have made BBQ Bologna 2 Ways and I have enjoyed it each time. The first time I used the Malcom Reed method from his How To BBQ Right Web Site
The very first time I used my Pro 24 I made 3 things Pork Chops, Rib Eye Steak and BBQ Bologna.
This time I used the method from the BBQ Pit Boys Bologna Burgers. I had my butcher cut 4 half pound chunks
Everyone Knows or Should know that Oklahoma is the BBQ Bologna Capital of the world (aks Oklhoma Prime Rib)so here is a great looking recipe from a Blog in OK
One more take on OK Bologna
Pellet Grills Size Does Matter.
BBQ Ribs On My Traeger JR Pellet Gtill |
Sunday, July 29, 2018
Bbq Pellets
B and B - apple
Pacific - hickory
Pit boss - hickory
Traeger - alder
Here is a Blog post I did about mail order pellets. I did order the pacific brand and really like them alot. I never did order the green moutain. I prefer 20 lb bags because of my bad back.
Saturday, July 28, 2018
Friday, July 27, 2018
Some of My Favorite BBQ and Grilling Links
Rib Cooking time and temps
Cooking Chicken from Frozen
Thursday, July 26, 2018
Smoked Lobster Tail
I have cooked lobster many times. The first few times it was ok but then I discovered the following method and well if its not broke dont fix it ----> Click Here
I just use a simple rub of melted butter and a little garlic. The Key to this recipe is the internal temperature of 140. I usually cook Surf and turf using 5 to 8 oz bacon wrapped filets and they always seem to finish when the lobster does click here
If you are short on time you can pump the grill up to 375 but dont let the IT of the lobster go above 140.
Fun with the New Pellet Grill
L have been enjoying this grill. It has more grilling surface then my Traeger Jr and it stands taller. It also has a Pid Controller and flame broiler. It has a 30lb hopper with a see thru window which is huge and the Grill itself has a see thru window fun. So far it seems to produce a lot of ash but I have been burning Char Hickory pellets exclusively and I never burned those in my Traeger.
I am looking forward to some longer cooks Like Pork Butt and Ribs
Sorry Traeger But Dansons AKA Pit Boss and Louisiana Grills Wins
After 4 plus years my Traeger Jr just decided to stop being reliable. I made a decision after much thought to purchase a Cabelas pro series 24 inch ellipitacal grill. It has 670 sq in of grill real estate with 500 on the primary grill rack.
After a great deal of research I had narrowed my choices down to a Pit Boss or Camp Chef. I couldn't find a Camp Chef that I could look at in my area so I went to Cabelas because I thought their grill was made by Camp Chef. It turns out they are now made by Dansons. the same company that makes Pit boss and Louisiana Grills. It is priced at $600 ( a little cheaper then the Louisiana Grill and more expensive then Pit boss). It has 671 Sq in of grilling real estate so I am comparing to the 700 sq in versions of the other 2. It is extremely feature rich and in my opinion the best bang for the buck. Cabelas also has a pro 36 with 1,000 sq inches with the same features.
Here are some of the main features that made me feel its the best bang for the buck.
It came pre built. [This was my favorite feature]
It has 2 ports for meat probes but only came with 1 probe. (Not a big deal since I use my Thermoworks Smoke and Igrill 2)
A 30 lb hopper with see thru window. (More then twice as big as my Traeger and larger then most others) [a big plus]
Flame broiler which works with a simple lever( cook over open Flame). The handle to operate the Flame Broiler is huge. The Pit Boss does not have a handle.
[ I Love the Flame Boiler I get a real flame on my steak for the reverse sear. I still need to try this with my grillgrates ].
I love the sear with GrillGrates real flame broiled taste
The customer service is great, long wait time in early PM.
Not many accessories available the two items I'd be most interested in is a front shelf and insulation blanket. The shelf appears easily made with folding brackets and some wood. The Insulation blanket a little tricker. Some talk of welding blankets, but I need to do more research those fiberglass fibers scare me.
If the large hopper size, pid controller, see thru window on grill, and flame broil handle arent important to you then the Pit Boss can be had for less especially if you catch a sale.
- Rib Eyes
- IA Chops
- Pork Tenderloin
- Smoked Bologna
- Pineapple
- Sweet Potattoes
- Plantains
- Knishes
- Hot Dogs
- Bratwurst
- Polish Sausage
- corn on the Cobb
- Sirloin Burgers
- Garlic Bread
- Pulled Pork
The Purpose
I use this page for 2 main reasons to store and archive recipes and ideas I get from the internet and hope to use at some point and to keep track of things I cooked and how I did it, so I can repeat the goodness next time,
To keep from being redundant I doo have another blog about my Traeger Journey called Traeger recipes by mike which was specific to my traeger but anything I cooked on a Traeger can be cooked on any pellet grill -----------> Click Here for Traeger Blog by Mike
Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Grilled Plantains
Plantains are just jumbo Bananas. Some of my latin america coworkers introduced me to plantains when I lived in Orange County CA. I would eat them baked, deep fried and pan fried. I decided to research grilled plantains and found a few recipes. They are all very similar, .Recipe
Beef Short Ribs
Its been a while since I made these but I may try this method Next. Click Here
malcom reed method complete with Video click here
Traeger recipe Beef Short Ribs Click Here
BBQ Pit Boys Beef Short ribs click here
Pork Chops Nice and Juicy
I usually enjoy the way I cook them but every now and then I over cook them. I feel if I follow these guidelines they will be perfect every time. Read the article here Key Pork Chop temp click here
They have a whole section of pork recipes. Click Here
Monday, July 2, 2018
Reversed Seared Tomahawk Steaks
I wont make that make that mistake again