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  1. McLoven1t562

    Smoked Tri Tip at Dads

    Stater Bros had a great sale on a pre-packaged tri tip. I typically go with a fresh cut that I marinade and season myself, but this brand has been great in the past and seeing through the package it had barely any fat like other packaged cuts. Used my dads Char-Broil electric smoker for the...
  2. McLoven1t562

    Let's Talk Healthy BBQ

    Real quick, I hope this is a good spot for the topic. I also tried searching for related topics but only found a few threads showing off a healthier meal or two made on the grill. Ultimately though I know bbq obviously isn't #1 on the healthy diet list lol, but we all know with reduced amounts...
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    Thoughts On "Griddle Grill?"

    I hope this is the right spot for something like this. I am the "Grill Master" for my LA Chargers Booster Club, we tailgate every game and have several events throughout the year. I typically use my Weber and Barrel Charcoal grills for cooking, but the barrel is so heavy and not made for...
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    Rib Eye was on Sale =]

    Can't pass up 4.99 per lb for Rib Eye steak :)  Decided to try a new and simple marinade after I got my steak from the Stater Bros meat counter. It came out amazing! Every piece was so tender and juicy, and the marinade gave it a great taste.  Just microwaved a few Hawaiian rolls and had those...
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    *KISS* Tri Tip on the grill

    Usually use Santa Maria or Montreal steak seasoning on my tri tip's, but this time I decided to use the "KISS" method. (Keep It Simple Stupid) and went with the traditional combo of Olive Oil, Salt & Pepper.  Used my large charcoal grill and a couple chunks of hickory wood. Visited my local...
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    Post Your BBQ Memes / Funny Pictures!!!

    Just want to get this sub-forum more lively and entertaining.....I know we all keep tabs on all the meat sections. But let's make some laughs for eachother!! Found this little ditty that inspired my thread to begin with lol Owners Know First Hand You Need To Be Careful When Cooking Near Dogs lol
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    Smoked *Pulled Chicken* Sammiches

    Don't work on Wednesdays, but since I didn't feel very well. I skipped my trip to the store for a few racks of ribs like I had planned. However, I do always have those twin packs of chicken breasts in the freezer. Defrosted a pack in some water and let them sit in the fridge for a couple hours...
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    Chicken Breasts on Open Grill?

    Hey guys,so I have my sister's wedding this weekend and she just barely found me a grill to use for the rehearsal dinner (apparently I cater now lol) But come to find out its an "open face grill". attached a picture to clarify. I plan on cooking chicken breasts, corn and potatoes. just...
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    Creating Groups???

    So I wasn't sure where to post this (sorry if it's wrong section) But I was trying to see about making my own group on here, however I don't see any options among the Groups Section to do so. Says you can start our own community, so I assume it's suppose to be available. Just thought i'd ask :P
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    Hello From Long Beach!

    Forgot I was even part of a group on here lol. But wanted to say hi to all my fellow So Cal residents :) So wanted to share a great spot in Orange that I found for wood and even some Dry Rubs and grilling acessories. It's called The WoodShed and they have a huge list of flavored woods, along...
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    Spatchcock In A Barrel

    Happy Memorial Day Folks!!! Huge THANK YOU To All The Service Men & Women For Protecting Our Freedom and Way of Life!! Decided to grill up a whole chicken today because the smoker is currently buried in my mess of a garage lol. Chicken - Foster Farms Whole Chicken "Spatchcocked" Season -...
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    Cutting Up Lump Charcoal?

    Hey I tried to search on here and Google but found nothing. Got a couple bags of "Sonora Charcoal" from my local grocer on the clearance rack cuz the bags has tears in them. Usually stick to Kingsford Briquettes. but can't pass on 30 lbs for 6 bucks lol QUESTION.....It's ok to cut pieces of...
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    Modifications To My Barrel Grill Needed???

    Hola Muchachos!!! So lately, I have noticed that my coals don't seem to stay hot enough for long enough. Starting to think that since I only have openings on the top and one side of the grill, it's not allowing a sufficient amount of air to circulate through the coals. Hoping that some of you...
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    Help With Filling Gaps In My Barrel Smoker/Grill???

    Wasn't sure where to put this. I bought a full size barrel grill off craigslist. Needs some touch up work just to look pristine again. But my main focus is filling in the gaps that were left when they made the frame around the lid. Because as most barrels have, it's got a few ridges in the...
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    Smoking Kobe Tri Tip??? (QUESTIONS)

    Hey guys, I tried searching for some threads on Kobe Tri Tips, but just keep coming up with Tri Tip. Number One question.....are there any different approaches you take to smoking a Kobe Beef Tri Tip as oppose to your more inexpensive Tri Tips?? I've smoked a few of them, but took a trip to a...
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    Smoked Chicken Wings (1st attempt)

    I finally got around to picking up some wings and trying to smoke them, and I am so glad that I did :) Bought a pack of wings, but I didn't want to cook the whole thing, so I cut them up and just left the Flat Wing Tip Time: Estimated 1 hour, 15 minutes Temperature: 250 degrees Fahrenheit...
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    Baby Back Ribs (2nd attempt)

    What's Up Strangers?!  Been away from this site for quite awhile. Finally got around to buying a few racks of ribs from Costco. Used Applewood Rub on a few racks, and Sweet & Smokey (with Chipotle/Cinnamon) Rub on the rest. All by McCormick (favorite season brand lol) They sat in the fridge...
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    BBQ Chicken On The New Barrel

    Posted a thread to show off my new barrel grill that I got off craigslist over in the "around the smoker" forum I plan to restore it so it looks brand new again, but til then I'm going to cook a few meals and knock the rust off my charcoal grilling skills Grilled some bbq chicken with Stubbs...
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    Spatchcock Chicken Times Two

    Second time smoking whole chicken, spatchcocked it like before to save on time. Details: Custom Apple Juice Brine: 8 - 10 hours for each chicken Seasoning: McCormicks Applewood Rub Chips: Apple & Pecan Wood Temp & Time: 275 / 2 hours Brine was good, skin was crispier but still slightly...
  20. McLoven1t562

    Got Me A Barrel Drum Grill :)

    Wasn't sure where to put this, so thought it'd be fine here. lol and it's New to ME ha ha -- ever since I watched Gone In Sixty Seconds back when I was a wee little griller, I've always wanted the drum grill. :P  and Now I have one! Just picked up this barrel drum grill from a guy on my local...
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