Tag: bbq

  • Old Country BBQ Pits Pecos Smoker: Addendum

    Old Country BBQ Pits Pecos Smoker: Addendum

    I’ve had my Pecos for about 4 years now and I thought I would update my post. The first thing I will say is that the Old Country pits have virtually doubled in price! I suppose that is a testament to the popularity increase in traditional central Texas style meat smoking. It is a very…

  • Smoked Brisket

    Smoked Brisket

    It’s the pinnacle of Texas BBQ, the gold medal standard by which I judge any BBQ joint, smoked brisket. It is a 12+ hour labor of love that can be a maddening process, but the reward when successful is beyond compare. A flavor that is completely unique, and a tender, gigantic piece of beef that…

  • Offset Smoker Fire Management (The key to good BBQ)

    Offset Smoker Fire Management (The key to good BBQ)

    I wanted to share a few things I’ve learned about managing a fire on my offset smoker. It is the most challenging part of the smoke really. I have a Chargriller Smokin’ Pro offset smoker/grill and have been able to smoke some good BBQ with it. However, the design of this thin metal smoker is…