The Pit
BBQ main events — brisket, ribs, sausage, pulled pork, smoked turkey. Fire management, wood selection, rubs, and the real difference between competition and Saturday backyard cooks.
Memphis Style Barbecue Rub That Builds a Better Bark
Memphis style barbecue rub gives ribs, pork shoulder, and chicken a smoky, savory crust. Mix this easy blend and cook be...
Best Smoked Sausage for Backyard Barbecue and Easy Family Meals
Find the best smoked sausage for backyard meals with a simple taste test, serving ideas, and cooking tips from a Texas h...
How to Make Cracklins That Turn Crisp, Golden, and Delicious
Learn how to make cracklins at home with pork skin, simple seasoning, safe temperatures, and a skillet method for crisp,...
How to Cook Brisket in Smoker: A Backyard Guide That Works
Learn how to cook brisket in smoker with fire control, wrapping, and resting tips for tender slices, smoky bark, and a s...
Pastrami Rub Spices That Build a Better Bark at Home
Pastrami rub spices do the heavy lifting for a peppery, savory bark. Use this tested blend, smoking method, and easy tip...
The Best Dry Rub for Beef Back Ribs at Home
This dry rub for beef back ribs brings smoky bark, balanced spice, and deep beef flavor to your grill or smoker without ...
Texas BBQ Recipes for a Backyard Smoke Session
Texas BBQ recipes for backyard cooks: make smoky brisket, ribs, sausage, sides, and peach cobbler with simple steps, hon...
Pastrami Seasoning Rub That Builds a Better Bark
Pastrami seasoning rub: build a peppery, garlicky crust for brisket, beef, turkey, or vegetables with easy ratios, smoki...
How to Use meathead memphis dust for Better Backyard BBQ
Meathead Memphis Dust is a BBQ rub for ribs, pork, chicken, and vegetables. Learn how to mix, use, store, and adjust it ...