Have you been looking for a new way to enjoy a turkey feast for the upcoming holidays? If so, you might want to hop on the smoked turkey trend. Even if you’re making turkey outside the holidays, smoked turkey can…
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The Flank steak is cut from the abdominal muscles lower on the cow, giving it a well-developed flavor at an affordable price. It’s often chosen primarily for uses like making beef jerky or steak fajitas. Yet this cut is also…
Flat iron steak comes from the shoulder area of the cow, a part that’s exercised well. Although it comes from a muscley area, it actually yields some of the most tender steak when cooked properly. For this cut, it’s all…
Porterhouse steak is cut from the short loin, right at the meeting point of the top loin and tenderloin. This steak is cut from the same area as the popular T-bone steak and contains both a strip steak and a…
There’s something magical about cooking a pot roast in a Dutch oven. The way the flavors meld together, the tender meat that practically falls apart in your mouth, and the rich aroma that fills your home—it’s comfort food at its…
While you likely think of beef first when you hear the word steak, there’s another option that deserves space on your grill. The humble ham steak becomes a surprisingly delicious treat when it’s grilled. The flavors come alive and the…
We’ve been introducing you to all kinds of smoked meat guides lately, including smoked beef short ribs, smoked pulled pork, and smoked top sirloin roast. This guide to smoking pork loin is sure to be another crowd-pleaser you’ll want to…
Pot roast sometimes gets a bad rap. Either you love it because you know how to cook it well, or you balk at the thought of it because you’ve been subjected to eating dry, overcooked, bland pot roasts in the…
While Picanha has a long history of being one of the most popular cuts of beef to grill or smoke in Brazil, it’s only now becoming popular in the US. If you’ve seen this type of steak available at your…
When you’re in the mood for steak but don’t want to heat up the grill, oven-cooked steak is an excellent alternative. Specifically, oven-cooked tri tip steak could become one of your new go-tos after reading this guide and learning to…
Air fryers soared into popularity just a few years ago. At first, home cooks tended to use them most for cooking frozen foods, like French fries and chicken strips, quickly and without needing to heat the home with a hot…
Cooking lamb chops can seem a bit daunting, but it’s easier than you might think. Whether you’re looking to grill, pan-sear, or bake them, this guide has you covered. We’ll walk you through different methods step-by-step, ensuring you achieve perfectly…
Spiral ham is an iconic part of a traditional holiday meal. For past holidays, you’ve probably warmed up the oven and let your spiral ham cook away until it’s ready. But what if we told you that you could smoke…
Chuck roast is a humble yet delicious meat that’s a must for anyone seeking a culinary adventure with loads of flavor and palate-pleasing tenderness. This cut of beef comes from the cow’s shoulder area, so it isn’t overly exercised. What…
Cows aren’t the only animals that produce steaks. Fish steak is also a thing, and one of the most popular types of fish steak comes from swordfish, a mild-tasting fish usually found in tropical ocean zones. Swordfish steaks can be…
The slow cooker is a humble kitchen appliance that regularly enjoys periods of popularity and renewed interest. If you’ve been ignoring your crock pot for the last few years in favor of the grill or smoker, you might be making…