Smoking beef brisket is a long and arduous process, which is why it’s important to understand how long to rest the meat after you take it out of the smoker. How long can a brisket rest before slicing will give you a more tender, juicy piece of meat with deeper flavor. The amount of time […]

If you own a Pit Boss Pellet Grill or Vertical Smoker, cleaning the glass is an essential part of keeping it in good condition. Not only does this make it easier to see what you are cooking, but it also helps prevent the build-up of black gunk and soot. Luckily, with a few simple steps, […]

Pulled pork is an American staple at summertime gatherings and family reunions. But when it comes to cooked pork, figuring out just the right amount of pulled pork per person can be a tricky prospect. Too much left over means wasting food, while running short leaves your guests hungry. Fortunately, it’s quite easy to determine […]

So, how much does a brisket weigh? Brisket is a large cut of meat derived from the chest area of cattle, making it one of the most popular and tasty cuts of beef. Briskets can range in size from 12 to 18lbs; as 25lbs! The weight of a brisket will decrease significantly during cooking as […]

Nothing beats cooked meat cooked low and slow with a smoky flavor, but sometimes it seems an impossible feat to finish off an entire rack of ribs or large cut of meat. Fortunately there are some easy solutions to ensuring no cooked meats go to waste. How long does smoked meat last in the fridge? […]

For the pitmaster, there’s no greater accomplishment than smoking a whole brisket. But how to reheat those delicious leftovers? After lots of trial and error, I’ve discovered that the sous vide method yields the best results. However, if you don’t have access to this gear, there are still two great techniques you can use. How […]

Summer is just around the corner, and for all of us BBQ aficionados, that’s a time to get outside and light up the pellet grill. Perfecting the craft of barbecuing can be both challenging and spiritual – nothing rivals the experience of smelling that delicious smoky aroma that greets you the moment you lift your […]