Off the Fire
Where food meets life. Fishing-to-smoker adventures, Longhorns game-day spreads, kids in the kitchen, and the backyard moments between temperature alarms.
How to Steam Hot Dog Bun for Soft, Warm Buns Every Time
Learn how to steam hot dog bun for soft, warm results using a pot, microwave, or steamer. Fix dry buns and serve better ...
Pork Temperature Grill Guide for Juicy, Safe Backyard Cookouts
Pork temperature grill tips for chops, tenderloin, ribs, and pulled pork, with safe internal temperatures, timing advice...
Beef Marrow Bones with Meat: A Rich Roast for the Weekend
Beef marrow bones with meat make a rich, silky broth or a showstopping roast. Learn how to choose, season, roast, and se...
Lexington bbq sauce: A Tangy Carolina Classic for Pulled Pork
Lexington bbq sauce brings tangy vinegar, pepper, and a little tomato to pork. Learn the easy recipe, cooking tips, stor...
What We Caught, What We Smoked: A Travis Lake Saturday
Rhett takes June and Sam to Lake Travis at dawn, catches four channel catfish, and brings them home to smoke on Old Hoss...
Teaching a 7-Year-Old to Light Charcoal: A Study in Patience
Teaching seven-year-old Sam to light a charcoal chimney starter became a lesson in patience and fire management for both...
Old Hoss: My Grandpa's Smoker and What It Taught Me About Fire
A personal account of Old Hoss, a grandfather's hand-built cast-iron offset smoker, and the practical fire management le...
The Longhorns Game-Day Menu That Keeps Everyone Happy (Even When the Defense Doesn't)
This article lays out a complete Longhorns game day food spread from Rhett's backyard in Lockhart, Texas. The menu cover...