Fatty Butts BBQ Blog
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How to use a pellet grill – tips for beginners
Read MoreWhether you just got your first pellet grill or you’re looking to up your game, I’ve got a list of essential tips to help you go from beginner to seasoned pro. These are lessons I learned the hard way, so you don’t have to. Stick around till the end — I’ve got a couple bonus…
How To Slice a Brisket (With Walkthrough Video)
Read MoreSlicing a brisket may seem overwhelming, but today I’m going to show you an easy, foolproof way to do it. Step 1 Start by rotating the brisket towards you on a slight angle and then start slicing on the opposite angle. This will allow you to cut against the grain which results in more tender…
Workhorse Pits 1975 Smoker Review
Read MoreIs the Workhorse Pits 1975 Smoker a game changer for anyone serious about their grilling? Workhorse Pits 1975 Smoker Review Video With its solid construction and advanced features, it promises to take your BBQ skills to the next level. But is it really the best offset smoker for the money? How does it compare to…
Old Country Pits G2 Smoker Review
Read MoreWe’re taking a close look at the Old Country Pits G2 Smoker, a hot new competitor in the under-$2,000 smoker market. This isn’t just any smoker – it could be the perfect upgrade or the best starter for your backyard BBQs. Let’s find out why the Old Country G2 Smoker could be the game-changer to…
The Best Reverse Flow Offset Smokers
Read MoreToday, we’re delving into the world of reverse flow offset smokers. Whether you’re a newbie to grilling or a seasoned pitmaster looking for a new smoker, you’ve likely encountered the buzz surrounding the legendary yet affordable Oklahoma Joe’s Highland Reverse Flow Smoker, its big brother the Oklahoma Joe’s Longhorn Reverse Flow Smoker, or the esteemed…
Oklahoma Joe’s Highland Smoker Review
Read MoreThe Highland Smoker is a big, bold, and robust grill in the sub $1,000 smoker market. This smoker proves you don’t have to spend thousands of dollars to achieve great results. If you’re looking for a smoker under $1,000, the Highland Smoker is our pick as one of the best offset smokers you can get…
How To Cook a 2 Inch Thick Steak (2 Ways)
Read MoreYou’re sitting there staring at the beautiful 2-inch thick steak you purchased and don’t want to screw it up. I’ve been there. I’m going to share two different cooking methods and then tell you which I feel is the best way to cook the perfect steak. I’ll also share some of my top tips to…
Kamado Joe Pellet Joe Review
Read MoreKamado Joe excels at making perfectly insulated ceramic egg-shaped or kamado grills. The company’s grills are pretty similar and instantly recognizable for that red color and compact build; they’re also known for using charcoal as fuel. That’s why their Pellet Joe pellet grill is interesting and worth reviewing. Compact, easy to move around, and highly…
Camp Chef Woodwind Pro Review
Read MoreCamp Chef’s Woodwind Pro is a significant upgrade from the Woodwind and the Woodwind WIFI, the latter an already great pellet grill that changed the game with its WIFI controllers and smart yet compact build. The Pro version, though, is around thirty percent more expensive than the basic Woodwind model. The question is, is it…
Best Pellet Smokers & Grills for 2024
Read MoreOne of the best methods for consistently cooking any meat to perfection is to use a pellet smoker or grill. With the most recent advancement in grill technology, one can have all of that smokey flavor with a single turn of a dial. The fastest and easiest way to smoke food is on a pellet…
Texas Crutch: How and When to Wrap Meat When Smoking
Read MoreHow do you use the Texas Crutch technique? Is it worth it? How do you smoke meat with this technique? Here’s all you need to know about it.