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One of the best parts about buying a brand new bottle of BBQ sauce is the entire experience -- the look of the shiny new label, the smell of fresh shrink wrap, and that moment when you break the seal of the bottle. The ultimate payoff is that first bite of food with the sauce.So what are the drawbacks of bottled BBQ sauce? If you're buying online, it's the cost of shipping and small amount of sauce you get for the price. If you're feeding a large party, BBQ sauce can run out rather quickly. The alternative is buying pre-made BBQ sauce mixes.I had a chance to try out some BBQ sauce mix and rub…
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SLABALICIOUSMAD MEAT GENIUS24 Nov 2014 | 7:16 amThe Great White Hunter returned from the Blue Ribbon Meat Company bearing this slab of bacon. It was cured in house. We do not have a lot of information on this belly delight. The aroma has a slight hint of smoke. The meat to fat ration is acceptable. The rind is on. (Negative points for leaving the rind on). We fried a couple of rashers in our trusty black iron pan. It crisped nicely rendering a lot of bacon love. The sugars and salt were nicely balanced. The flavor was porky good. Overall this bacon was very decent. It will be perfect for our green bean casserole this Holiday meal. Thanks…
Boneless Chicken ThighsBBQHub » BBQHub9 Nov 2014 | 4:32 pmBoneless chicken thighs with crab dip, cream cheese wrapped in bacon from Shane Slim Hebert. Thanks for sharing your photo Shane. Visit Shane's Facebook page here. The post Boneless Chicken Thighs appeared first on BBQHub.
Is it time to up your BBQ game?BBQ Junkie12 Nov 2014 | 5:24 pmIf you are serious about improving your skills as a backyard pitmaster or if a barbeque competition is in your future, consider taking a class. Yes, there are classes out there dedicated to teaching you how to make better BBQ. An instructor led class is a far better way of improving your bbq than simply reading... Read More » The post Is it time to up your BBQ game? appeared first on BBQ Junkie.
Livefire Thanksgiving Blitz Day 3livefire24 Nov 2014 | 6:13 pmDay 3 = Dessert! Or, more specifically, bourbon pecan pie! Yes, you heard me right. Bourbon. Pecans. Pie. All in one bite. This is a great pie, and I encourage you to try it. I get accused of using bourbon too much, but, honestly, the flavor goes so well with so many things. It's sweet, but not too sweet, so it goes with savory or sweet. Bourbon has vanilla and toffee and such that add layers of flavor and a bit of depth to otherwise good flavors, just moving everything up the scale from good to great. Bourbon just works. And as we move into Thanksgiving, what liquor is more…
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Boneless Chicken Thighs9 Nov 2014 | 4:32 pmBoneless chicken thighs with crab dip, cream cheese wrapped in bacon from Shane Slim Hebert. Thanks for sharing your photo Shane. Visit Shane's Facebook page here. The post Boneless Chicken Thighs appeared first on BBQHub.
Whole Pigs8 Nov 2014 | 6:04 pmFound this great photo graph on Monroe's Smokehouse Bar-B-Q & Catering Facebook page. Visit the Monroe's Smokehouse Bar-B-Q & Catering Website. The post Whole Pigs appeared first on BBQHub.
Big Poppa Smokers – Points and Flats8 Nov 2014 | 3:15 pmCooking a couple of points and a flat that were in the fridge. Drum briskest rule. Big Poppa Smokers Facebook Page The post Big Poppa Smokers – Points and Flats appeared first on BBQHub.
Squeal Like A Pig BBQ Has It Going On2 Nov 2014 | 4:58 pmCheck out this photo from Squeal Like A Pig BBQ. Doesn't this just make your mouth water? Hear is a link to Slaps BBQ – Squeal Like A Pig's Facebook page. The post Squeal Like A Pig BBQ Has It Going On appeared first on BBQHub.
Brisket and Ribs2 Nov 2014 | 11:29 amBrisket and Ribs from the Facebook page of Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew. https://www.facebook.com/StilesSwitchBBQ The post Brisket and Ribs appeared first on BBQHub.
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Is it time to up your BBQ game?12 Nov 2014 | 5:24 pmIf you are serious about improving your skills as a backyard pitmaster or if a barbeque competition is in your future, consider taking a class. Yes, there are classes out there dedicated to teaching you how to make better BBQ. An instructor led class is a far better way of improving your bbq than simply reading... Read More » The post Is it time to up your BBQ game? appeared first on BBQ Junkie.
Back in the Saddle Again2 Oct 2014 | 9:58 pmIt's been about three years since our last BBQ competition, but this weekend Four Q rides again at the Dana Point State BBQ Competition. We are only two now, Professor Salt and myself BBQ Junkie. Of the original four who started our BBQ team in 2005 Neil "Big Mista" has gone on too much success... Read More » The post Back in the Saddle Again appeared first on BBQ Junkie.
2014 Houston Barbecue Festival2 Jun 2014 | 9:49 amOnly a couple hours away from the home of Central Texas Barbecue, Houston isn't known for its smoked meats. Michael Fulmer and Chris Reid are trying to change that. For the second year, they've put on the Houston Barbecue Festival, where 20 local barbecue joints set up their cookers and provide samples to thousands of... Read More » The post 2014 Houston Barbecue Festival appeared first on BBQ Junkie.
Kid's Summer Drink "Drank"2 Jul 2012 | 10:27 pmWe were all sitting poolside enjoying a sunday afternoon when my daughter asked me for a "drank," something tropical. She seemed comfortable, so how could I say no? Keeping the kids happy can be a chore at times, but if you do it right they really do appreciate the extra effort. I went inside with... Read More » The post Kid's Summer Drink "Drank" appeared first on BBQ Junkie.
Championship Ribs Video14 Mar 2012 | 10:00 amAnother video, but a worthwhile one especially if you're thinking about competing in a BBQ competition or just curious about how meticulous pitmasters can be about their meat. It's a promo for a BBQ DVD, but it does include some nice philosophical points of view and cooking tips as well. The post Championship Ribs Video appeared first on BBQ Junkie.
Livefire Thanksgiving Blitz Day 324 Nov 2014 | 6:13 pmDay 3 = Dessert! Or, more specifically, bourbon pecan pie! Yes, you heard me right. Bourbon. Pecans. Pie. All in one bite. This is a great pie, and I encourage you to try it. I get accused of using bourbon too much, but, honestly, the flavor goes so well with so many things. It's sweet, but not too sweet, so it goes with savory or sweet. Bourbon has vanilla and toffee and such that add layers of flavor and a bit of depth to otherwise good flavors, just moving everything up the scale from good to great. Bourbon just works. And as we move into Thanksgiving, what liquor is more…
Livefire Thanksgiving Blitz Day 223 Nov 2014 | 1:14 pmDay 2 of the Thanksgiving Blitz is about side dishes! The turkey takes center stage, but it won't stand up without great side dishes, right? Later, I'll show you how to dress up the regular old Campbell's soup green bean casserole and give you my secret for the best turkey gravy. Today, however, is all about potatoes. Mashed potatoes are the main potato to have with turkey, and I love great mashed potatoes. An alternative, though, is a great potato casserole; we have this Thanksgiving morning for breakfast, but it goes well with turkey, too, especially fried turkey.
Livefire Thanksgiving Blitz Day 122 Nov 2014 | 3:49 pmIt's almost here! Thanksgiving is an outdoor cook's dream holiday. Instead of dealing with presents or trees or leprechauns or fireworks, Thanksgiving has a huge focus on food! So, in honor of the day where every dish matters, I'm doing a build up to the day itself. In the next few days, I'll dig into the bird, the sides, the desserts and even libations to go along with the day. And,with that, I'll even be cooking a whole bird on Living Dayton on Tuesday, November 25, during the 12-1 show! After the holiday, I'll post my favorite leftovers. I've done…
The Char-Broil Big Easy15 Nov 2014 | 6:57 pmThis is the time of year to think about how you're going to fix turkey. It's going to happen on Thanksgiving, and may happen again on Christmas. But it is going to happen. The question is… How? I've cooked turkeys several ways. I've roasted them in the oven. I've grilled them after spatchcocking the. I've smoked them, and I've fried them. There are good things about every method. How about a mix of them? Smoking takes a long time (half an hour per pound). Frying burns down houses and pretty much ruins holiday seasons. Plus, it involves a bunch…
Living Dayton October 2929 Oct 2014 | 3:49 amI love fall for grilling! The weather is getting cooler, the leaves are changing, and the bugs are going away! Fall also means apple season, which means local, fresh apples, which means… apple pie! Or, even easier, apple galette, which is really just a free-form pie. A previous version can be found here. However, I changed things up in a couple of ways. I added 2-3 slices of crisp bacon, and bourbon. That's right: bourbon and bacon apple pie! Then I topped it with browned butter-bourbon sauce! It's just getting nuts with the b's, but it's a great payoff! The…
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Stuffed Turkey Breast on the Grill23 Nov 2014 | 8:40 amJust in time for Thanksgiving! If you don't feel like cooking a whole turkey, boneless breasts are a nice alternative. The kind folks at Char-Broil requested a camp style turkey breast recipe so I opted to use the little table top Grill to Go for the job. It worked great! You could use a grill at home with indirect heat. I wanted a skin-on boneless breast so I de-boned the meat myself..
A Reverse Seared Tri Tip23 Nov 2014 | 8:16 amI don't cook tri tips often, they aren't always available in my area, but my favorite way to "fix" one is to do a reverse sear on it. Smoke the tri tip for awhile before giving it a good high heat sear. The Hasty Bake works great for this! I drizzled the meat with olive oil then seasoned with a blend of Big Poppa's Secret Steak rub and some Afrika dry rub. Onto the top shelf of the
Venison and Spaetzle (Thank you Rolf!)3 Nov 2014 | 2:50 pmTalented friend Rolf in Germany sent this awesome spaetzle maker to me awhile back. I have not gotten around to posting pics until now. Thanks so much Rolf, I love it!! I have made spaetzle in the past using a colander but this was WAY easier. :) My batter, eggs, flour, salt and milk... I made this batch a little thin. Should have added more flour I think. Spread the batter
Campfire Surf~n~Turf26 Oct 2014 | 1:26 pmI celebrated my birthday during the last camp out. My favorite birthday meal is crab legs...... and heating them over a wood fire is my absolute favorite way to prep them. I started by splitting some tatoes, stuffing them with a sliver of bacon, onion, butter and salt and pepper. Then wrapped them in foil and set them over the direct fire. Also added a skillet of mushrooms in butter,
Beef Ribs and Beans on the Campfire24 Oct 2014 | 9:42 amAnother tractor rim cook from my last camp out. I've slow cooked a lot of pork spare ribs lately on the fire and decided to do some beef back ribs this trip. I love them slow roasted over an open fire. I've tried foiling them half way through cooking...... Foiled ribs .....but prefer un-foiled ribs the best. Soaked some anasazi beans overnight... Then placed them on the heat
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Election night in Maryland,from where I sit…. who wasn't there spoke volumes.25 Nov 2014 | 2:03 pmI will freely admit it; I am a political junkie, especially on the local level. I will also admit, I couldn't go to bed on election night especially when the all of the news outlets had Brown out to an early lead in the Maryland gubernatorial contest just minutes after the poll closed. Most of the national outlets had declared Brown the winner months ago. Some, including I believe MSNBC, had Brown winning the election even before he announced he was running. I am clearly exaggerating, but you get the point, this was Maryland, things are supposed to go this way.Despite the huge odds faced by…
What to get the que'er on your list .....19 Nov 2013 | 12:25 pm......(or yourself) for ChristmasWow, I blinked my eyes and its Christmas again, seems like the older I get, the faster they come around. Of course it doesn't help that holiday displays have beeen in the stores since 4th of July or so it seems. If you ask me, it wasn't all that long ago when what has become to be known now as "Black Friday" was the official start of the holiday season. Now it seems retailers are fighting to see who can open the earliest on Black Friday or Thanksgiving Thursday for that matter, but I digress; the purpose here is supposed to be to suggest a gift for…
A eulogy for an old friend4 Oct 2013 | 6:22 amGone, but not forgotten It is with great sadness, regret and a heavy heart that I must report the most recent and not quite so sudden loss of my ass, nee; bum, arse, can, seat, keister, butt cheeks, glutes, fanny, tail, hind quarters, caboose, buns, pooper, buttocks, trunk, posterior, rear end, rump, duff, tush, backside, behind, heinie, tookus, patootie, derriere, gluteus maximus or as it was affectionately known to me and a few close friends, my buttocksal region. Possibly departing this world as a result of a courageous battle with an often under reported occurrence known as…
Totally Q is here!17 Aug 2013 | 10:19 amRead all about it......After a lot of work by a small group of dedicated and hardworking people, for which it goes without saying, I am not counted as one, (hard working or dedicated that is) my new book Totally Q has now been released. The book is a massive collection of barbecue tidbits, scraps, leftovers and burnt ends that no serious outdoor cook should be without. It is a compilation of assorted facts, figures and fairy tales all emanating from the outdoor cooking arena in some way or another.The book contains a plethora of stuff that anyone dedicated to cooking in the great outdoors…
18 Jul 2013 | 5:00 am18 Jul 2013 | 5:00 amAN INTERVIEW WITH CHRISTIAN STEVENSON, AKA 'DJ BBQ'How did you end up getting involved with Jamie Oliver's FoodTube project?I was working on a couple of pilots with Jamie's production company, Fresh One. The first one was called 'GRILLS, GRILLS, GRILLS'. It was based around interviewing musicians, artists and bands around food - I cook for them and they cook for me. And at the end of every show, the band had to do a cover of Motley Crue's 'Girls, Girls, Girls' but substituting the word, "Grills". They could also opt to cover the Jay-Z song of the same name. No one picked it…
SLABALICIOUS24 Nov 2014 | 7:16 amThe Great White Hunter returned from the Blue Ribbon Meat Company bearing this slab of bacon. It was cured in house. We do not have a lot of information on this belly delight. The aroma has a slight hint of smoke. The meat to fat ration is acceptable. The rind is on. (Negative points for leaving the rind on). We fried a couple of rashers in our trusty black iron pan. It crisped nicely rendering a lot of bacon love. The sugars and salt were nicely balanced. The flavor was porky good. Overall this bacon was very decent. It will be perfect for our green bean casserole this Holiday meal. Thanks…
HIGHWAY 29 CAFE22 Nov 2014 | 12:00 amSometimes you just want a hot cup of joe and some filling, comfort food to start your day. The little red diner located right on the side of highway 29 will fill this bill. Highway 29 Cafe may be the definition of a diner. There are no surprises here. You do have to decide on how hungry you are because they can and will make some huge platters of breakfast. Ms. Goofy and I rose early and raced in the Honda to American Canyon to partake in some breakfast staples.Highway 29 can be very crowded because it is located right next to the flea market. We arrived early on a weekday to an almost…
PITMASTER HARRY SOO'S RUBS18 Nov 2014 | 6:19 pmHarry Soo, pitmaster extraordinaire, is a 27 time winning grand champion and is one of the most well known names in BBQ. Winning over 80 first places awards including the 2012 Kansas City Barbeque Society Team of the Year Chicken Champion, Harry now brings his competition rubs to you in outrageous flavors. This is proudly stated on the label of our rubs for review today. Harry Soo is a well known figure in the barbeque world. To meet the man is an introduction to barbeque passion and love. Harry knows his rubs. Harry has created three new exciting rubs; Jailbird Chicken, Love Meat…
GUILTY THOUGHTS17 Nov 2014 | 12:00 amIs it wrong to think about pork chops while looking at this cute little Berkshire piglet? We were at Johnson Farm yesterday and saw the progress of the piggy's. They are growing by leaps and bounds to their market weight. They were playing and wallowing in the mud as piggy's will do. I enjoyed watching them but could not but think about bacon & pork chops. Guilty thoughts? I do not think so.
STATESIDE BAKERY15 Nov 2014 | 7:16 amA new sheriff is in town. The Stateside Bakery has just opened to bring the public a blast from the past with nostalgic sweet treats. Do you remember pop-tarts, moon pies, twinkies and ho-ho's? I had a weakness for frosted strawberry pop-tarts (a-la-mode) served with a large scoop of chocolate ice cream. Stateside Bakery has promised to recreate these old school treats but with a gourmet twist. The owner, Caseny McEacher is not trying to copy the exact flavors of the original treats. Her goal is to not make these desserts overly sweet and use the best ingredients possible. She had me at…
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Moo Oink Duck Tucken25 Nov 2014 | 5:30 amMoo Oink Duck Tucken Print Prep time 90 mins Cook time 2 hours Total time 3 hours 30 mins Cooking one animal stuffed into another has supposedly been around for over a thousand years. Story goes that the desert-dwelling Arabic Bedouin cooked eggs and then stuffed the eggs into fish. The fish was cooked and then stuffed into...
Grilled Spicy Banana Leaf Salmon19 Nov 2014 | 9:42 pmGrilled Spicy Banana Leaf Salmon Print Prep time 30 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 40 mins Let me introduce you to a fantastic cooking technique using banana leaf to wrap foods before grilling over a live fire. This centuries old Asian method infuses and incorporated an unmistakable tropical fragrance to foods and preserves the natural flavor...
Chicken Satay with 1st Place Chicken Rub10 Nov 2014 | 6:38 amChicken Satay w SYD Jailbird Championship Rub Print Prep time 2 hours Cook time 10 mins Total time 2 hours 10 mins I was pleasantly surprised by exports of my new barbecue rubs to Asia. Apparently folks in Asia are using my Jailbird Chicken, Moola Beef, and All Purpose rubs in Asian dishes. My seasoning rubs are extremely...
The Lancaster Challenge Blazin' BBQ Throwdown by Donna Fong27 Oct 2014 | 7:30 pmIn August, I judged my 30th KCBS BBQ contest and passed my online exam. After 11 years, I finally became a Master CBJ. It was time to go back to cooking and I found myself at Dana Point at bit rusty after the break. I did well enough in the dessert category to make a run for the CBBQA Dessert...
4th Annual Dana Point BBQ Championship by Donna Fong8 Oct 2014 | 4:01 pmFor the 4th year in a row, Harry and I participated in the Dana Point championships in southern California. Without a doubt, Dana Point is known as one of California's premier contests and for good reason. It's got something for nearly everyone that participates. As a judge, you can put your trust in a contest run by some of the...
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High Five Naturals Silicone Grill Gloves Review7 Nov 2014 | 2:58 pmHigh Five Naturals Silicone Grill Gloves I'm always on the look out for the perfect grill gloves. I have found several I really love but tend to rotate around depending on what I'm grilling or have on the barbecue. High Five Naturals contacted me to see if I'd like to try out their new silicone grill gloves in exchange for an honest review. I've been happy with some silicone cake pans I
Cricket Multi-lite - Greener Option for Starting Charcoal or Wood25 Oct 2014 | 3:21 pmCricket Multi-lite - Refillable Cricket has come out with a refillable lighter, and I'm impressed. Not only does it light well (with a safety button to prevent accidental light ups), but it is not a toss away like lighters today. This is a big deal for someone who lights up grills on a regular basis. I remember well when my Granddaddy had a silver lighter and filled it with fuel when it
The Clever Hen - Great Gift Baskets for Your Barbecue Friends and Family27 Jul 2014 | 11:02 amThe Clever Hen Custom Barbecue Basket The Clever Hen company got in touch to see if I'd like to try out their service. They'd send out a free basket if I'd write an honest review. I often give BBQ gifts, since I have lots of friends interested in outdoor cooking. From experience, I know it can be hard to wrap up grilling or smoking presents and have them look pretty and special. I'd not
How to Have a Super Popular Personal Blog - Thanks to Barbecue Master Fans19 Jul 2014 | 7:07 pmI Went Over 2 Million Blog Viewers Last Night I knew I had close 2 million visitors to Barbecue Master, but I was surprised when I crossed that big mile marker sometime last night. First I want to thank everyone who has supported my grilling and smoking blog, because I would not have 2 million hits if people weren't coming to visit. I am humbled and thankful to have touched so many people
Nonni's Biscotti Bites - Great Snack While You're Waiting for Foods to Grill or Smoke17 Jul 2014 | 3:21 pmNonni's Biscotti Bites - An Old Favorite and Two New Flavors I was excited when I opened the box above to find Nonni's Biscotti Bites. They are now my favorite biscotti cookies after an earlier sample. These too are free samples to see what I think of the retro Almond Dark Chocolate and two new flavors: Double Chocolate Salted Caramel and Very Berry Almond. You may wonder what a barbecue
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Trifecta Blazing Barbecue Sauce (5/5)13 Nov 2014 | 3:09 pmTrifecta sauces are a Kentucky based trio of sauces containing a mild, medium and hot variety. This review is for their Blazing Barbecue Sauce, their hot variety. Outside the Bottle Much like their mild and medium sauces, Trifecta's Blazing Barbecue Sauce has a clean overall appearance but this one invites you inside like a scary […]
Trifecta Sweet Heat Barbecue Sauce (5/5)13 Nov 2014 | 2:47 pmTrifecta sauces are a Kentucky based trio of sauces containing a mild, medium and hot variety. This review is for their Sweet Heat Barbecue Sauce, their medium variety. Outside the Bottle Like the original Trifecta Barbecue Sauce, the yellow label has a clean overall appearance and invites you inside. I love the new look compared […]
Trifecta BBQ Sauce Original (5/5)13 Nov 2014 | 2:40 pmTrifecta sauces are a Kentucky based trio of sauces containing a mild, medium and hot variety. This review is for their Original Barbecue Sauce, their mild variety. Outside the Bottle The label has a clean overall appearance and invites you inside. I love the new look with a high quality almost vintage font/style compared to […]
Bar-B-Que Beast Original BBQ Sauce (4/5)19 Oct 2014 | 12:48 pm"Feed Your Beast!" says the hairy meatball like figure who is about to stuff his face with a burger or a chicken sandwich. It's the logo for this fun sauce out of Waynesboro, Pennsylvania. Outside the Bottle In general, the outside isn't pulling me in. I love the sauce name, but the front isn't shouting […]
AlbuKirky Red Chile BBQ Rub (5/5)29 Aug 2014 | 7:11 amI came upon this rub after trying the Duke City Sweet BBQ Sauce from AlbuKirky. And funny enough, it is this Red Chile rub that is the magic ingredient in the sauce. And on it's own, it's quite nice. Outside the Bottle The simple label with the sun is best left to a simple name like Red […]
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November 18, 2014 – Official Archive18 Nov 2014 | 8:55 pmSteve Ray talk about Chatsworth, GA contest Sam The Cooking Guy talks Thanksgiving Leftovers! PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW SPONSORS The BBQ Guru Big Poppa Smokers Steven DiFranco Jewelers Butchers BBQ Green Mountain Grills Cookshack Cookin Pellets
November 11, 2014 – Official Archive12 Nov 2014 | 8:36 am2 hours worth of BBQ awesome hits the airwaves, internets and TV's tonight at 9pm EST. It's the Really big JACK Recap Show…Guests tonight include: - The second Tuesday of each month brings a visit from the creator of the biggest BBQ & Grilling website in the world, MEathead Goldwyn, from Amazin Ribs.com. Tonight we will talk turkey and other such tom foolery! - Chad Ward from Whiskey Bent BBQ will talk about his recent success on the circuit, flavors, sauces, competitions and anything else hot in the BBQ world right now. PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW SPONSORS The BBQ Guru…
November 4, 2014 – Official Archive4 Nov 2014 | 8:55 pmGuests: Ask Dr. BBQ QUAU PLEASE SUPPORT THE SHOW SPONSORS The BBQ Guru Big Poppa Smokers Steven DiFranco Jewelers Butchers BBQ Green Mountain Grills Cookshack Cookin Pellets
October 28, 2014 – Official Archive28 Oct 2014 | 8:55 pm2 hours worth of BBQ awesome hits the airwaves, internets and TV's tonight at 9pm EST. It's the Really big JACK Recap Show…Guests tonight include: - 2014 Jack Daniels Grand Champ and pitmaster of Iowa's Smokey D's, Darren Warth joins me to recap the big win, how the weekend went and where this title stacks up against the 2013 American Royal Open win and the 2013 Kingsford Invitational win. - 2014 Jack Daniels Reserve Grand Champ, and pitmaster of Chix, Swine and Bovine, Mike richter joins me to recap his weekend and how this win compares to the others notched…
October 21, 2014 – Official Archive21 Oct 2014 | 8:55 pm2 hours worth of BBQ awesome hits the airwaves, internets and TV's tonight at 9pm EST. Guests tonight include: - Bill and Rachel Best, from Tec-Grills, join me to talk about the compnay history and how their grills have evolved over their lifespan. Don't be fooled by the infrared wannabees…these folks are the real deal! Mike Richter, pitmaster of Chix, Swine and Bovine, joins me to recap his smoked meat win in Southern Ohio, look ahead to the Jack Daniels this weekend and also talk a bit about his run for the KCBS BOD! - (NOT CONFIRMED YET) Looking for the pitmaster…
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Rekindle the Fire: Not Pulled Pork Enchilasagna24 Nov 2014 | 8:11 pmTime once again for another installment of Rekindle the Fire, one where I get to choose one of three ingredients from the most recent offering from Tom at Big Butz BBQ and cook something outdoors featuring the chosen ingredient and three new ones. Or as is usual in my case, more than three others. This week was a bit more of a challenge than previous weeks, as the weekend was filled with celebration cooking (one birthday and an early Thanksgiving dinner), none of which were likely to lend themselves to a challenge meal featuring tortillas, chicken thighs, or bell peppers. Even if the carrots…
Rekindle the Fire: Butternut Bison Cottage Pie10 Nov 2014 | 9:29 amAnother two weeks has gone by, and once again it is my turn to pick from a list of ingredients used by Tom Porter of Big Butz BBQ last week as part of the Rekindle the Fire series/challenge. Those of you following along (I believe the number might be as high as 4) know that Tom used red onions (off limits for this cook), beef arm roast (aka chuck roast, but who's keeping score?), butternut squash, and spaghetti. Since it's getting late in the year, the butternut squash was the obvious choice to use as the carryover ingredient, mainly because the are fresh, plentiful, and cheap.
NotLasagna5 Nov 2014 | 8:28 amLast night's dinner was neither a traditional lasagna nor a version of the now infamous Enchilasgna. It was instead a version that will freak out most traditionalists and delight the gluten-free crowd. I give you… … Cabbage NotLasagna! Trust me when I say this was made on the grill. Here's proof, in the form of a bad picture. Inspiration for this meal was in the form of a rather large and fresh cabbage that jumped into my cart at the last visit to the produce stand and no desire to turn it into cabbage rolls (or yet another cabbage slaw). Off I went to the Interweb for…
Rekindle the Fire: Pork Tenderloin and Braised Red Cabbage27 Oct 2014 | 8:00 amBy now you all should have seen the Big Butz BBQ opening salvo in the Rekindle the Fire challenge I went on about a couple of weeks ago. And if you haven't, why not? After all, I just gave you links to both… Back now? Ok, on with the show. This week it was my turn, and in keeping with the rules of the challenge, I selected one of Tom's primary ingredients (apples) and incorporated them in a dish of my choosing. Naturally, the name of the dish (Pork Tenderloin and Braised Red Cabbage) didn't say anything about the apples, but trust me when I say they are in there. Oddly…
Rekindle the Fire: Challenge Accepted13 Oct 2014 | 12:08 pmAugust, September, October… Oh crap, where have I been the past three months? Not posting again, that's for sure. You'd think I'd dropped off the edge of the earth or been in a motorcycle accident (no, in spite of the newspaper report that wasn't me, but some dude that shares my name and lives up here in the Pacific NorthWet). It appears that my absence has been noted by others who have also pulled disappearing acts over the past few months, citing the normal "family/work/other obligations" excuses. All valid, and not once was incarceration listed as…
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Kentucky Hot Browns with Roasted Tomatoes20 Nov 2014 | 6:10 amNothing is put to a higher and best use than leftover turkey breast on a Kentucky Hot Brown. If you live in the South, you know what a Hot Brown is. If not, here's the story. The Brown Hotel is renowned in Louisville and elsewhere as a bastion of luxury and tradition. It was built in 1923 and many famous people have inhabited its opulent rooms over the years. In the Roaring Twenties, the Brown held dinner dances and afterwards hungry guests would stream into the restaurant for a bite to eat. The chef created the Hot Brown as a memorable late-night signature dish that stands to this day.
Grilled No-Crust Pecan Pies Recipe (Gluten Free)19 Nov 2014 | 9:40 pmIf the thought of making pie crusts makes you nervous or you are serving people who cannot eat gluten, these grilled pecan "pies" will please everyone at your holiday table. All of the flavor and none of the hassle! Testing the height of the ramekins on the double pans In addition to cooking over indirect heat, a technique I use when baking on the grill is called double panning. That simply means that you are stacking one sheet pan inside another, creating a layer of insulation and slightly elevating the baking dishes. When you are baking on a grill, this is…
Apple-Wood Smoked Turkey Breast19 Nov 2014 | 1:42 pmSometimes simple is better. Preparing Thanksgiving dinner doesn't have to be a huge production. If you're a small family or your guests prefer only white meat, try a split turkey breast or two on the smoker. With a simple butter and barbecue rub injection, this turkey comes out moist and juicy – perfect for the feast itself and delicious for turkey sandwiches or soup the day after. The Char-Broil® TRU-Infrared™ Big Easy Smoker makes quick work of smoking a turkey breast. Simply heat it up, add the turkey breast with a digital probe thermometer in the thickest part of the…
Big Easy Cajun Turkey with Slider Dressing18 Nov 2014 | 8:47 amI was going to call this Big Easy Cajun Turkey with Slider Stuffing, but technically nothing was stuffed. The way the Big Easy works, it will way over cook the stuffing while cooking the turkey to perfection for you this Thanksgiving. You wouldn't stuff the bird and then throw it in a deep fryer. Same deal here except without the risk of burning down your house or the cost of oil. I've deep fried exactly one turkey with oil. They recommend peanut oil. That stuff is $15 a gallon and I needed three gallons of oil I was never going to use again. Out with the turkey fryer and in with…
Grill-Baked Apple and Pear Cake Recipe (Gluten Free)15 Nov 2014 | 7:20 amWith the change of seasons, my focus switches from the abundance of summer produce to the colors and aromas of autumn. It's my favorite time of the year with the smell of the first chill in the air, the promise of cozy evenings by the fireplace and pulling out sweaters for the cold days ahead. Football games, holiday movies, family gatherings are all coming up. Cinnamon and ginger, pumpkin and turkey, hearty filling meals that warm up the coldest days. Fall is here! While I hate to see the stone fruits of summer disappear, I wanted to create desserts that would be light…
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John Markus – BBQ Pitmasters – My Favorite BBQ Joints – Volume 331 Nov 2013 | 10:07 amIf you're a fan of BBQ you are quite familiar with John Markus. If that name doesn't ring a bell, the show he created, BBQ Pitmasters should as it's been a strong force in bringing the BBQ world (both competitive as well as BBQ chefs from BBQ joints) to TV screens across the nation (the third season began airing on December 16th on Destination America). I appreciate anyone that champions the BBQ cause. Moreover, being an Emmy-winning sitcom writer whose credits include "Taxi," "The Cosby Show" and HBO's "The Larry Sanders Show" I was…
Rum Cocktails Back in Fashion5 Sep 2013 | 8:29 amRum is a drink that has gone through something of resurgence in popularity lately. The recent craze for cocktails, especially the mojito, has led rum to become a much in- demand spirit. Rum has long been associated as the drink of choice for pirates and sailors. The fact that many of the world's most popular rums are produced in Latin America and the Caribbean does give the drink a more exotic brand image. Rum became extremely popular during the 1960s thanks to the Cuba Libre (meaning Free Cuba) cocktail. This cocktail of white rum, cola and lime was one of the most popular drinks during…
5 Great BBQ Joint Pictures10 Aug 2013 | 3:25 pmHere are five BBQ joint pics to entice you to visit one in your neighborhood this weekend: Photo of Lockhart Smokehouse – Dallas, TX Photo of Nancy's Bar-B-Q – Sarasota, FL Van's Pig Stands – Oklahoma Photo of Sweet Checks Q via Pigtrip.net Photo of Stiles Switch BBQ & Brew – Austin, TX
What are the main options for buying a BBQ?8 Aug 2013 | 12:12 pmEven though summer's been here for a while now, it's not too late to start thinking about hosting a BBQ or two. But with disposable BBQs becoming a quick an easy fix for weekend dining, there are a few more options than used to be the case. Here are a few tips about the different types of BBQs on the market to help you decide which one to go for. First of all, you should consider whether you want to make a long-term investment in your BBQ or whether you'd prefer to go for a disposable option. Recent years have seen the popularity of the disposable BBQ rocket as a more flexible, low-cost…
The Dutchess Cooks
Sauerkraut from the Alsace17 Nov 2014 | 5:55 amLast weekend it was time to make this delicious recipe for sauerkraut d'Alsace, or, sauerkraut from the Alsace. The weekend before I had made guinea fowl confit and that required to rest about a week. That's why it was time last weekend! Because these two things belong together, confit and sauerkraut, and oooh of course mashed potatoes!! I already published the recipe for the confit here, and now you will get the recipe for the sauerkraut. As you will notice in the list of ingredients, it contains duck or goose fat. So I have to warn you not to make this too often haha! I used the same…
Creamy and spicy pasta with homemade pesto20 Aug 2014 | 4:26 amSummer is slowly coming to an end here. And because I still had a lot of fresh basil, I decided to make pesto. And with some of this pesto I made this pasta dish: The ingredients: 4 tablespoons butter ¼ cup pesto homemade (see my recipe for homemade pesto) 1 teaspoon (or more, or less…as much as you can handle) dried red chile flakes ¼ cup vin santo ¼ cup heavy cream ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese 6 large basil leaves Pepper/salt ¼ cup pasta water Extra: tagliatelle, grated Parmesan cheese Start with adding the pasta to salted boiling water, and procede according the package…
Beef salad with dukkah28 Mar 2014 | 3:39 amToday's recipe is another salad. But not just 'a' salad, I can say this one was one of the best ever! The beef was perfect, the tomatoes delicious, the avocado creamy, the blue cheese soft and spicy, the dukkah mixture sprinkled on top gave it the perfect finish, and the dressing was a killer. Ingredients for an awesome meal! This recipe I will definitely make over and over again, and also I will try to grill/smoke the meat on the bbq. I think that will make it even tastier (if that's possible at all!). Oh and then there was wine too, a Cote du Rhone this time. The mentioned dukkah…
Whiskey Cream Sauce27 Mar 2014 | 2:31 amSince today's International Whiskey Day, it seems like a perfect timing for this Whiskey Cream recipe! The sauce is easy to make, and it is delicious with a juicy steak. Serve it with green beans and twice baked potatoes for example and you'll have a winner for dinner! The "trick" to this sauce is to use the same pan for the meat as for the sauce. More flavor! Ingredients for 2: 2 steaks (I used beef tenderloins) Black pepper 3 tablespoons butter 1 teaspoon butter (yes, that's correct) 1 shallot, minced ¼ cup whiskey (I used Tullamore Dew) ½ cup beef stock A few drops of…
Pizza heaven with wild salmon7 Mar 2014 | 2:06 amIn this post called easy homemade pizza I already gave you the recipe for a delicious and easy way to make the best pizza at home. But wait, there's more….the topping! Recently I found out that it can get better when it comes to that! Way better! But this topping is different from what you're used to, but for one time, think outside the (pizza) box! The dough (makes 2 pizzas): 2 ¾ cup all purpose flour Pinch of salt 2 ¼ teaspoon instant yeast (that's the amount of one small package) 1 cup lukewarm water The first thing to do is get a large bowl, add flour, yeast and salt and then…
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Tastemade Hyundai Grill Iron Tailgating Show25 Nov 2014 | 4:12 amTastemade Hyundai Grill Iron Tailgating ShowNot sure if you have been able to check out this new show on YouTube but it is totally awesome!Featuring chefs from around the country cooking their versions of classic tailgating foods at their teams university. Just as important – check out my line-up of great Tailgating recipes and tips: Check out the Hyundai Field House and visit us on an upcoming shoot. https://www.hyundaiusa.com/loyalty/Follow Jax and the Grill Iron Tour – https://twitter.com/JaxTranchidaHere is a list of the Tastemade Hyundai Grill Iron Tailgating…
Sunday Morning Comics November 23, 201423 Nov 2014 | 3:00 amSunday Morning Comics November 23, 2014"I thought you put the grill in the back of the shuttle" The post Sunday Morning Comics November 23, 2014 appeared first on Cooking Outdoors.
How to Grill Baby Back Ribs in 1 Hour22 Nov 2014 | 8:55 amHow to Grill Baby Back Ribs in 1 hourCan Baby Back Ribs be grilled in one hour?Yes and I will show you how easy it is to do!Keeping all of the flavor and using far less time than a traditional 6 hour BBQ cook, you can achieve fantastic results using great rubs and sauces from McCormick.comHow to Grill Baby Back Ribs in 1 hour notes:This method is designed primarily for charcoal grills but I do believe it can work successfully on a gas grill as well.It is important that you flip you Baby Back ribs every 15 minutes or so during the grilling process.Use a good rub and sauce to boost your flavor…
All the Trimmings Thanksgiving Meatloaf21 Nov 2014 | 12:22 pmAll the Trimmings Thanksgiving MeatloafIs your family tradition a full on Turkey dinner with all of the trimmings? You know, Roasted Turkey, sausage stuffing, mashed potatoes and gravy, perhaps with cranberry sauce to sweeten things up.That is how I think of it as well, big bird roasting in the oven, sides cooking in various pots and pans, savory smells wafting through the house, me missing the game … again.Just imagine trying to pull this off at the game! I know, many people do this, but really there has to be a better way!One grill/oven, one cast iron panOne grill/oven, one cast iron pan…
Sunday Morning Comics November 16, 201416 Nov 2014 | 2:36 amSunday Morning Comics November 16, 2014 "Can Johnny come out and Grill?"The post Sunday Morning Comics November 16, 2014 appeared first on Cooking Outdoors.
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Review: VIper Sauce BBQ Sauce Mix & Rub23 Nov 2014 | 11:47 amOne of the best parts about buying a brand new bottle of BBQ sauce is the entire experience -- the look of the shiny new label, the smell of fresh shrink wrap, and that moment when you break the seal of the bottle. The ultimate payoff is that first bite of food with the sauce.So what are the drawbacks of bottled BBQ sauce? If you're buying online, it's the cost of shipping and small amount of sauce you get for the price. If you're feeding a large party, BBQ sauce can run out rather quickly. The alternative is buying pre-made BBQ sauce mixes.I had a chance to try out some BBQ sauce mix and rub…
Review: Adam Perry Lang's Serious Barbecue Backlot BBQ8 Oct 2014 | 10:03 pmBy Dru ChaiI could wax poetic all day about Adam Perry Lang's (Chef APL) BBQ, but then I would get really, really hungry. Again and again. Chef APL named his 3-week long pop-up "Serious Barbecue," and it's both a playful nod and wink to those who fully appreciate the dedicated craft of low and slow, no-fuss, Texas-style BBQ.It was a little tricky finding the main entrance. After a small detour down an alley-way towards the Jimmy Kimmel Live! backlot, no more directions were needed. I simply followed my nose towards the smell of sweet BBQ smoke and the sight of bright green artificial…
The American Royal World Series of BBQ and BBQ Spot Launch Championship Rub Program3 Oct 2014 | 10:38 amBy Dru ChaiJudging and attending the American Royal has been on my bucket list for the past couple of years. The American Royal is dubbed the World Series of Barbecue for good reason. It's the largest BBQ event in the world located in Kansas City, MO, with over 550 teams competing. Yes, 550! There are festivals, demos, music, concerts, just to name a few. I hope to make the trip next year.An event this huge wouldn't be possible with the help of various sponsors in the industry. BBQ is a multi-billion dollar industry, and everyone is looking to elevate their marketing game to sell their…
Product Review: Barbecue Grill Brush by Optimal Kit6 Sep 2014 | 2:30 pmBy Dru ChaiI hate cleaning. I really do. Whether it's dirty dishes, house chores, whatever it may be -- it's just not something I want to do. But as a backyard BBQ griller/smoker, cleaning is an absolute necessity. The grates need to be cleaned for the next session, and if you don't, who knows what type of bacteria will start forming on there. Nobody wants to get sick from a BBQ party, that's for sure.There are countless grill brushes out on the market, and I've used quite a few over the past several years as a BBQ enthusiast. Recently, I got the chance to try out the Heavy Duty Brass…
Juicy Pork Dumplings at Din Tai Fung, South Coast Plaza18 Aug 2014 | 9:39 amBy Dru ChaiLet the juicy pork dumpling madness begin. Today marks the official public grand opening of Din Tai Fung at South Coast Plaza. Din Tai Fung is a high-end Chinese restaurant that has earned countless accolades for their food. South Coast Plaza is the largest upscale shopping mall on the West coast with sales of over $1.5 billion (yes, billion with a "B") every year.South Coast Plaza location: Replaced the old McDonald's spot by Sears You're probably saying, what? Isn't this a BBQ blog? Yes, you're right. But it's also about the ingredients and the meat. I'm all about the…
Outdoor Cooking Magic
Dutch Oven French Onion Soup with Smoked Beef8 Nov 2014 | 10:52 amDo you like French Onion Soup? The delicious onion flavor, the Swiss cheese, the French bread! Mmmm! So I decided to try an outdoors version with a few different twists and the result was delicious. Since I was doing this mostly in a Dutch oven, I got some coals going first. The next thing to … Continue reading » Dutch Oven French Onion Soup with Smoked Beef is a post from: Outdoor Cooking Magic
QOTM: How Do You Cook a Turkey Outdoors?1 Nov 2014 | 7:11 amIt's time for another Question of the Month. Things got super busy and we were out of town for a trip to Yellowstone (great time of year to go, by they way) and I just plain forgot last month. But all is ok, and we still have time for the answers to this month's question … Continue reading » QOTM: How Do You Cook a Turkey Outdoors? is a post from: Outdoor Cooking Magic
Thai Chicken Soup – An Exotic Dutch Oven Dish22 Oct 2014 | 9:27 pmI'm not sure why, but I decided to try a pretty exotic dish last week. It's not my normal fare for cooking outdoors, but I saw this recipe for Thai Chicken Stew from Three Many Cooks and decided to give it a try. The results were delicious. Getting there was the challenge. First off, Pam … Continue reading » Thai Chicken Soup – An Exotic Dutch Oven Dish is a post from: Outdoor Cooking Magic
Decadent Dutch Oven Chocolate Caramel Brownies20 Oct 2014 | 3:53 amI have this dream about making a dish so scrumptious that I can cook on a camping trip and almost no one will believe that I made something so fabulous. I think I might have found that dish. Double chocolate caramel brownies in a Dutch oven. Oh. my. I found this recipe from BakeAt350; thanks … Continue reading » Decadent Dutch Oven Chocolate Caramel Brownies is a post from: Outdoor Cooking Magic
Grilled Smoked Planked Monterey Chicken14 Oct 2014 | 9:16 pmI was looking around on some of my favorite food blogs for something fabulous to tweak and cook outside. I came across this delicious looking chicken dish on The Girl Who Ate Everything. Chicken, bacon, cheese, it sounded great. So I took off trying to give it my own outdoor cooking twist and ended up with … Continue reading » Grilled Smoked Planked Monterey Chicken is a post from: Outdoor Cooking Magic
Three Dogs BBQ
Smoke Roasted Steelhead with Basil Pesto24 Nov 2014 | 9:20 amAfter falling to the Sirens call at Costco, this time from the evil end case in the meat department, I found myself in possession of a nice piece of Steelhead for dinner. I was looking to prepare a dish that was different than the usual rubbed and grilled piece of fish. After searching the refrigerator, some leftover pesto was just begging to be used. So, I fired up the smoker and headed to the kitchen. The pesto we use is a pre-prepared offering that we find in our dairy case.This product is pretty good for the price. It has a nice balance of basil, pine nut, and…
Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q - Decatur, Al20 Nov 2014 | 3:30 pmA few weeks ago, my travels took me to Decatur Alabama. While I was there, I had the opportunity to have dinner at one of the better BBQ joints in the USA, Chris Lilly's Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q.I sat down with great anticipation. The smell of smoked maestros almost too much to take. I felt like I was at a BBQ competition, minus the rain. After scanning the menu, and checking out the bottled sauces at my table, I finally settled on the two meat combo platter. I choose chicken so that I could try out the Alabama White BBQ sauce and the pulled pork, with collards and…
Crispy Roasted Root Vegetables and Red Potatoes16 Nov 2014 | 3:59 amThe root vegetable time of year is upon us. I never used to like root veggies, but I have learned that roasting these vegetables in the proper manner will provide a nice side dish to any smoked, roasted, or grilled meat.A few weeks ago when I was making my beer and butter injected pork roast, I decided that some roasted veggies were in order. The recipe is quick, easy, and you will find yourself fighting the rest of the family for the slightly burnt, crispy remains. Here is the process.Ingredients:1 lb of small red potatoes, washed and cubed1 lb of turnips, washed and cubed1…
Caramelized Mushrooms and Onions in a Roasted Garlic Milk Stout Reduction8 Nov 2014 | 6:24 amLast weekend, when I was preparing my roasted garlic and milk stout marinade, I needed a side dish to go with my flank steak. I had some mushrooms in the refrigerator and decided to use them up. It is also my culinary mission to introduce to The Youngest foods that induce a gag reflex in Hope. I gain satisfaction in seeing The Youngest scarf down food that makes his mother look the other way. My success rate runs about 80 percent. But, mushrooms would be a tough one. Lets see what we can do. I took the left over mushrooms, removed the stems, cleaned and…
Grilled Flank Steak with a Roasted Garlic Milk Stout Marinade4 Nov 2014 | 3:33 pmRecently, I have been trying to incorporate some new flavors into the grilling or smoking we have been doing around the house. Beer has been playing a role in those marinades. This past weekend, inspired by Gus over at gusfacegrillah.com, we tried making a beef marinade out of a nice stout. My choice was a nice and smooth milk stout from Southern Tier Brewing: Double Milk Stout 2X Stout. This stout is smooth and creamy. Not too bitter, not too sweet, and well balanced. Perfect for this beef bath.To prepare this marinade, I started off by roasting some garlic.
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Moo Oink Duck Tucken25 Nov 2014 | 5:30 amMoo Oink Duck Tucken Print Prep time 90 mins Cook time 2 hours Total time 3 hours 30 mins Cooking one animal stuffed into another has supposedly been around for over a thousand years. Story goes that the desert-dwelling Arabic Bedouin cooked eggs and then stuffed the eggs into fish. The fish was cooked and then stuffed into...
Grilled Spicy Banana Leaf Salmon19 Nov 2014 | 9:42 pmGrilled Spicy Banana Leaf Salmon Print Prep time 30 mins Cook time 10 mins Total time 40 mins Let me introduce you to a fantastic cooking technique using banana leaf to wrap foods before grilling over a live fire. This centuries old Asian method infuses and incorporated an unmistakable tropical fragrance to foods and preserves the natural flavor...
Chicken Satay with 1st Place Chicken Rub10 Nov 2014 | 6:38 amChicken Satay w SYD Jailbird Championship Rub Print Prep time 2 hours Cook time 10 mins Total time 2 hours 10 mins I was pleasantly surprised by exports of my new barbecue rubs to Asia. Apparently folks in Asia are using my Jailbird Chicken, Moola Beef, and All Purpose rubs in Asian dishes. My seasoning rubs are extremely...
The Lancaster Challenge Blazin' BBQ Throwdown by Donna Fong27 Oct 2014 | 7:30 pmIn August, I judged my 30th KCBS BBQ contest and passed my online exam. After 11 years, I finally became a Master CBJ. It was time to go back to cooking and I found myself at Dana Point at bit rusty after the break. I did well enough in the dessert category to make a run for the CBBQA Dessert...
4th Annual Dana Point BBQ Championship by Donna Fong8 Oct 2014 | 4:01 pmFor the 4th year in a row, Harry and I participated in the Dana Point championships in southern California. Without a doubt, Dana Point is known as one of California's premier contests and for good reason. It's got something for nearly everyone that participates. As a judge, you can put your trust in a contest run by some of the...
The BBQ Beat
Interview with Shane Draper of Draper's BBQ20 Nov 2014 | 8:17 amA few years ago, I was lucky to be introduced to Draper's BBQ AP (All Purpose) rub. Heading up the Draper's BBQ brand at that time, as is the case now, was Shane Draper – a man with whom I've since come to consider one of my good friends in the world of BBQ. In fact, I'd wager that anyone who's spent any time talking with Shane at all probably feels the same way. He's just good people, and he's always willing to lend an ear to things I'm thinking about for this blog. Most recently, he offered up some great feedback on the post I wrote…
Interview with Mark Hunsaker of Hunsaker Smokers10 Nov 2014 | 2:37 pmUgly Drum Smokers, Drum Smokers, 55 gallon Barrel Drum Smokers, whatever you call them – one thing remains the same. It's a cult of personality with these bad boys, and they come in all kinds of cool variations. Some drum smokers look like they've been hauled up from the devil's backyard, while others are as smooth and sweet looking as the finest custom painted sports cars out there. At its heart, the ugly drum smoker is is something that anyone can put together with the right instructions. But what if you don't have the time or inclination to build your own…
Dutch Oven Cooking Interview with Forrest Dilmore25 Oct 2014 | 4:04 pmDutch oven cooking… the penultimate form of camp fire cooking.. has always fascinated me. You may have guessed this from an earlier article I wrote on cooking with Dutch Ovens. In any case, cast iron, durable as hell and able to maintain one heck of a non-stick coating, has been around for thousands of years and exists in its purest form when rendering up vittles cooked by someone who knows what they're doing. Though this blog deals mainly with BBQ, I feel it makes sense to show some love for other forms of grilling and outdoor cooking. As such, I reached out to Mr. Forrest…
How To Cook Competition BBQ Pork Butt20 Oct 2014 | 11:19 amThanks for checking out this post on How to Cook Competition BBQ Pork Butt. If you're here, it's likely because you're either completely new to competition BBQ and are looking for more walks in the pork category. Or, perhaps your first walk! If you've been reading up on the subject of cooking competition BBQ pork butt for a while now, you may also be looking to modify your current pork program. In either case, I hope this post serves you well! I started planning out this post on how to cook competition BBQ pork butt some time ago. As you know, I favor long and…
Sweet Smoke Q Competition BBQ Cook School Review6 Aug 2014 | 4:45 pmWow. I spent this past weekend with Jim Elser and crew at a Sweet Smoke Q Competition BBQ Cook School, and I gotta tell you… that thing was jam packed! Not just with a great number of attendees, but the information, recipes, and "meat science" Jim shared went deep ya'll. Way way deep. Before I go into the details, be sure to come back to the site soon for a video work up of Jim prepping his Pork! (Spoiler alert… some solid knowledge will be dropped!) OK… so back to this article. Having attended other Competition BBQ classes and been given a chance to…
Weber Genesis Silver Rehab15 Nov 2014 | 7:06 amI was surfing Craigslist last weekend and saw a listing for a Weber Genesis Silver for $25. I shot the folks an email and they called me back to let me know that the grill grate needed to be replaced and the burner tubes were shot. An hour later I had this classic Weber gasser sitting in my front yard.This is a little two burner Weber Genesis Silver A. My brother-in-law has one of these and I have always enjoyed cooking on his. I was excited to finally have one of these little classics for my own collection When I picked the grill up I saw that it came with the heavy duty cast iron…
Homemade Brisket BBQ Sauce2 Nov 2014 | 6:13 amThis is a bold and spicy bbq sauce that pairs up real nice with brisket. The prep is pretty simple but the flavors are complex enough to keep your mouth happy. Here is almost everything you need for this recipe. I realized after I was back in the kitchen that I left the Worcestershire sauce out of the picture Full Recipe:1.5 cups ketchup12 oz Coke1/3 cup cider vinegar1/3 cup packed brown sugar1/4 cup butter1 small onion2 chipotle peppers2 Tbls Worcestershire sauce1 Tbls black pepper2 tsp diced garlicStart by rough chopping a small onion and browning it in the butter over medium heat. …
Pork Necks and White Bean Soup31 Oct 2014 | 8:59 pmI grew up eating white bean soup made with Great White Northern beans seasoned with ham hocks. It was good stuff.It finally got cold enough down here to make up a batch of beans and I decided to try something a little different. I started off with about two and a half pounds of seasoned and smoked pork necks.I put those meaty bones in a slow cooker with two quarts of water and let them cook on Low overnight. While the necks were simmering I added a pound of Great White Northerns to a pot of cold water so they could soak and soften.The next morning I had two quarts of some pretty amazing…
Smoked Turkey Breast Sandwiches18 Oct 2014 | 10:33 amIf you ever find turkey breasts for sale here is a nice way of fixing them up. I did this one as a little birthday celebration for myself I started with a 2.5 lb turkey breast and brined it overnight in a Ziplock bag (brine = 1 quart water, 1/3 cup salt, 1/2 cup brown sugar). The next day I rinsed it off, tucked a little butter under the skin and sprinkled with some McCormick Poultry Seasoning (marjoram, thyme, rosemary).Notice that nice new and shiny grill grate? Birthday present from my Mom. Thanks, Mom!The turkey was smoked with indirect heat for about 2 hours until it hit an…
Sugar Taylor Sauce23 Sep 2014 | 5:37 pmThe fine folks over at Sugar Taylor Sauce sent me a bottle of their sauce to try. They asked me to play around and share my thoughts. They didn't pay me to write this; just sent me some sauce. I am kind of cheap like that.My first impressions were pretty nice. I like the product labeling and was excited to see that these guys are just down the road from me on the Mississippi coast. It's always nice to have a friend in the neighborhood.The sauce is not a traditional barbecue sauce by any means. The flavor profile is a lot like a honey mustard that has been jacked up with a little vinegar…
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To Brine or Not Brine and That is the Question24 Nov 2014 | 6:03 amEditors Note: We would like to thank our great friends at Weber Grills and Kevin Kolman who is Weber's go-to guy for all grilling techniques, products, and questions. Also of Interest: A Must Have for any chef: the instant-read Thermapen thermometer 3 Top Dog Health Hazards to Avoid During Thanksgiving Don't forget to become a Fan of Grilling with Rich on Facebook! Don't forget to purchase your Thermapen for you and your barbecue team mates by clicking here To Brine or Not to Brine Brining makes cooked meat very moist by hydrating the cells of its muscle tissue before it…
A More Traditional Thanksgiving: Heritage Turkeys23 Nov 2014 | 10:12 amEditors Note: We again would like to thank our great friends at Thermoworks for allowing us to re-publish this great and interesting Thanksgiving holiday article! Make sure that you visit our BBQ themed Thanksgiving resource page for all you are going to need to make your Thanksgiving meal amazing! A More Traditional Thanksgiving: Heritage Turkeys Without a doubt, turkey will be at the center of the vast majority of dinner tables this Thanksgiving. While we're not suggesting you forgo your usual holiday fare, what if it were possible to make this Thanksgiving even MORE traditional by…
Savannah Jean's BBQ Sauces20 Nov 2014 | 5:46 amThe great thing about BBQ Sauce is like beer the possibilities I believe are endless and are completely up to the creators. Savannah Jean's BBQ is no exception and they recently were kind enough to send me their "Original Sweet & Savory" and their unique "Chipotle Mango". Editors Note: We would like to thank the kind folks at Savannah Jean's BBQ for providing these sauces for review. As always Grilling With Rich never accepts payment for product reviews and our guidelines can be found, here. Savannah Jean's BBQ started in 2011 when husband and…
Recipe: Brazilian-Style Garlic-Cilantro Steak Skewers19 Nov 2014 | 1:51 pmWe all love kabobs and skewers to make on the grill. There is so many great grilling recipes on the internet so we are going to share with you another great one. We are happy that our friends at McCormick spices have allowed us to re-post their great recipe. Also of Interest: A Must Have for any chef: the instant-read Thermapen thermometer Outdoor and Grilling Trends for 2014 Don't forget to become a Fan of Grilling with Rich on Facebook! Don't forget to purchase your Thermapen for you and your barbecue team mates by clicking here Brazilian-Style Garlic-Cilantro Steak Skewers Print…
ThermoWorks TempTest 118 Nov 2014 | 4:14 amThe key to cooking great BBQ is temperature! The key to insuring accurate temperature readings is a great thermometer, and we prefer digital thermometers. If you search our archives you will find a lot of posts about temperature and there is a reason for that. That being said, if there is anything you can rely on its a thermometer by ThermoWorks. They are one of the leading manufactures in the thermometer space and we at Grilling With Rich are huge fans. We rely on our ThermoWorks products to ensure our Que is cooked to the right temperature every time. The latest from the folks at…
Done with Turkey Legs31 Oct 2014 | 3:31 pmI give up. This was my fourth attempt at cooking up turkey legs and I still haven't gotten any decent ones. The flavor is pretty nice but dealing with all of those stingy tendons is driving me NUTS! I wasn't able to take a single decent bite without having to spit out a tendon of some type.These were brined overnight and rubbed with Bone Sucking Sauce Seasoning before I threw them on the Weber kettle.These were smoked a little on the hot side for about two hours then sauced with Sweet Baby Rays. Cooked to an internal temp of 167F.Flavor was spot on. Nice smoke,…
Rotisserie Chicken Thighs20 Sep 2014 | 10:10 amI tried out a new chicken brine this week and wanted to pass it along. Instead of the usual water/salt/sugar mix I went with 1/3 cup of salt dissolved in a quart of pineapple juice. I brined a bunch of thighs overnight and grilled them on my Weber the next day. The thighs were rinsed and dried then seasoned with a little bbq rub. I had so much fun using my rotisserie basket for chicken wings the other day I decided to use it again for these thighs.After about an hour the thighs were looking pretty tasty.Right after I took this picture I brushed the thighs with some…
Spinning Some Chicken Wings6 Aug 2014 | 4:22 pmI've got a thing for chicken wings. I've got a thing for rotisseries. The two were bound to come together at some point!I seasoned a dozen wings with salt and pepper, loaded them into a rotisserie basket, and fired up the old Weber gasser!The wings got spun for about 45 minutes and looked incredible tucked into the basket.The wings were nice and crunchy! Beautiful color :)I sauced these guys up and wolfed them down! Good eats!!God Bless Chicken Wings!!
World Cup Steaks14 Jul 2014 | 2:55 pmThe World Cup is finally over! I usually love the World Cup but this year was an exception. It burns my chaps that so many games went into Penalty Kicks. Can you imagine the NBA Finals being decided with a Free Throw contest?? I realize that the final match did not go to PKs but it was still a snoozer. Actually I did take a nap in the second half and woke up to see that I hadn't missed a thing!The best part of the World Cup for me was some New York Strip steaks that I grilled over at my brother-in-law's house. The steaks were pretty simple,…
Moinks on the Loose!7 Jul 2014 | 6:11 pmI made up my first batch of Moinks the other day. They looked amazing and tasted pretty bland. At least I have a starting point! A moink is simply a bacon wrapped meatball. The name comes from the beef meatball (moo) being wrapped in bacon (oink). I figured any meat wrapped in bacon had to be pretty tasty. I made a batch of meatballs with a pretty simple recipe of ground beef, bread crumbs and barbecue sauce. The meatballs were wrapped in bacon (secured with a toothpick) and dusted with a mix of sugar and chili powder.I threw these guys on…


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My reverse-engineered recipe for Hometown Buffet's 'Hand Breaded Fried Chicken' chicken yields enough seasoning for 6 batches fried chicken (for the single recipe version, see Hometown Buffet Fried Chicken (Copycat)). Mix 5 level tablespoons of this blend with 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour plus 1/4 cup cornstarch, for frying 8-10 pieces chicken. See Hometown Buffet Fried Chicken (Copycat) for frying instructions.
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This past week has been extraordinarily busy. In addition to my own work, I've been trying to get ready for a week away, which basically equates to a lot of laundry! The boys and I are heading to my Mom's this afternoon where we will be staying for the next week. Scott will join us when his school dismisses on Tuesday, allowing him a few precious bachelor days at home.
I have one more looming responsibility before packing up the car and driving to PA. Robby's class is celebrating Thanksgiving today. In years past I have spent countless hours roasting a turkey, whipping up side dishes and baking treats only to have them devoured by pint sized eating machines. This year I just didn't have time to make a full Thanksgiving dinner early, so I have decided to go a different direction.
I called our grocery store and ordered their Thanksgiving In A Box meal. The class will still be able to delve into a whole turkey and all of the traditional side dishes, all for the bargain price of $29.99. (The list price is $39.99 but I received a $10 discount because I need the meal today instead of next week.) I doubt I could make the meal cheaper, and even if I could the time savings is well worth the money.
Of course, employing logic has done nothing to quell the guilt that I am feeling. Isn't it silly that I manage to feel guilty because I am not preparing a Thanksgiving dinner, from scratch, for a group of other people's kids? They aren't going to care if the potatoes came out of a box; they will just be excited about the novelty of a Thanksgiving feast at lunchtime.
After thinking and fretting all day, I came to the realization that I really don't care what his classmates think. I'm only trying to impress one little Koopa and I don't want him to blame the shortcut on his little brother. Despite my fatigue, I knew I only had one option.
I poured all of the side dishes out of their deli packs and smashed them into my well-used Tupperware containers. I opened the jar of gravy and poured it into a thermos. I removed the turkey from it's plastic shrink wrap and re-positioned it in my roasting pan. The rolls were pulled from the metal trap and not-so-gingerly put into a plastic Ziploc bag, making sure that they were slightly misshapen in the process. I may know that the Thanksgiving Feast is store bought, but there is no reason to bring Robby in on my dirty little secret.
About Me
- Peggy
- I am a below knee amputee. More importantly, I am also Mommy to two boys, a very active eight year old (Robby) and an infant (Timmy). I have learned that being a parent with a disability can create some unusual and sometimes humorous situations. This blogger is available for hire! Let's talk and learn how a blog can expand your business.
Friday, November 21, 2014
Thursday, November 20, 2014
Yesterday I took another step (both literally and figuratively) towards total ambulation. I've been back in my prosthetic full time for several months but have remained in a series of test sockets. Between shrinking and nerve issues, I have been playing my own sadistic version of "leg roulette" every morning. I never knew if, when slipping my leg on and taking the first step, I would feel comfort or pain. It has been frustrating at the very least!
The past few weeks I have been consistently comfortable in my leg. I shrunk considerably, causing me to bottom out in the socket. Despite not feeling pain, dropping down did cause me to become about 1/2 inch shorter on my prosthetic side. The height difference rendered me with a noticeable limp which, although it wasn't painful, made me feel self-conscious.
Getting a smaller socket crafted has been on my "to do" list for several weeks, but every time I had an appointment, something popped up. Between work, being sick and nursing Timmy through his tummy virus, I had to cancel several casting appointments. Since I wasn't in pain, I never made rescheduling a priority.
This past weekend the height differential caught up with me. The all-to-familiar back twinges began to materialize, and I knew that I couldn't put it off any longer. I was casted for a new socket on Monday, and yesterday I picked it up.
Wow! I thought I was doing well on my previous socket, but I feel so much more comfortable now. The snugger fit allows me to relax my calf muscle while walking, enabling me to go both faster and farther. Correcting the height has made a world of difference. I am no longer limping, and I'm able to walk with a correct gait. Finally, after nearly 5 months, I feel normal again!
I am kicking myself for not taking care of this relatively minor issue earlier, but I am delighted that the adjustments have now been made. I'm going to be in this socket through Thanksgiving and, if all continues to go well, my permanent socket will be made the following week. When I slip on my final socket, I will finally be able to put the horrific revision surgery behind me.
Wednesday, November 19, 2014
Priority Time
Yesterday was bone chilling cold. Although the temperatures were not nearly as low as they will certainly become in the next few months, the first true shot of winter is always painful. It was the first time we had to pull out the winter gear, cut the tags off the new coats and face the harsh reality: winter is upon us.
Robby bundled up in his brand new winter coat, still stiff from the not-yet-broken-in stuffing, and dashed to the car so that I could drive him to school. He complained the entire time, but he was not upset with the plunging temperatures. He felt cheated that he had to wear his winter coat but there was no snow on the ground. According to my Koopa, cold air without snow is no fun.
I came home and immediately changed into my flannel jammy bottoms. I set Timmy and me up in front of the fireplace and stayed warm and toasty throughout the afternoon. To my delight Timmy even fell asleep and took a long nap in the Pack'n Play which was strategically positioned close to the warm fire. I took full advantage of the rare quiet moment by sipping a hot cup of gingerbread coffee, raiding the vestiges of the Halloween candy, and shopping online for Christmas presents.
I could have used the time in a more productive manner, but after the stress of Monday, I just needed to relax and enjoy a few moments of solitude. I am working on forcing myself to take breaks simply to unwind and dream. Between working and taking care of the boys, my life has become so hectic that the days are flying by without my reaping much happiness or enjoyment. I am a much better mom and a happier person and employee when I remember to take some time for myself. I think I would benefit from carving out a small part of every day to make myself a priority.
Tuesday, November 18, 2014
My goodness yesterday was a long day! Timmy woke up at 3:45 in the morning for a bottle. After feeding him it quickly became clear that he was a bundle of happy energy ready to tackle the day. Although I wasn't terribly optimistic, I did put my giggling and cooing little baby back in his crib with strict instructions to go back to sleep until the sun comes up. He was rescued 20 minutes later by his Daddy, who was concerned that the cooing would morph into cries if he didn't intervene. Scott handed me the now wiggling baby and went back to bed.
Hamlet and I camped out in the living room while the rest of the family slept. Luckily he was content playing on the floor and in his activity centers while I desperately tried to inhale enough coffee to bring me back to life. I've come to the conclusion that he is a morning person; he does not get this trait from me!
After playing for five hours, Timmy finally fell asleep. Unfortunately he crashed about 10 minutes before I had to put him in his car seat to take Robby to school. He was not amused being woken up, and voiced his displeasure with my action for the next 45 minutes. Robby almost ran into his school simply to get away from the screaming.
The car seat episode set the tone for the rest of the day. Timmy was exhausted yet fought sleeping at every turn. He was no longer happy playing with his toys or jumping in his Jumperoo. Instead, he demanded to be held and carried. I spent the majority of the afternoon standing at my kitchen counter trying to work with him strapped to my chest.
I was overjoyed when he finally fell asleep, hoping that he would take a long nap and wake up in a better mood. I glanced at the clock after unstrapping him and lying him in his little bed. I wanted to bang my head against the wall! It was 2:15, and I was going to have to wake him up in 30 minutes to go pick up Robby from school. I wanted to cry, but opted to use the time being productive. I raided Robby's Halloween candy and drank another cup of coffee.
Monday, November 17, 2014
A Little Late
It is hard to believe that my little Timmy will be seven months old this week. He is now a solid 16 pounds and 22 inches long. He is growing and learning new things every single day. Despite starting out with colic, he is probably the happiest baby I have ever met. I swear it feels like he is smiling from the moment I pick him up in the morning until I put him into his crib at night.
The past seven months have been busy and difficult. It turns out that incorporating Timmy into our family structure was the easiest hurdle we encountered. Between my postpartum infections, my leg re-amputation and the hysterectomy, I have spent the majority of his young life in crisis mode. Finally things are beginning to settle down, allowing us time to relax and simply enjoy being a family.
We were so busy after Timmy was born that I never found time to send out a proper birth announcement. I toyed with the idea of just forgoing the gesture, but to be honest every time I thought about not doing it I felt sad. Timmy is such an important part of our family and I felt that he deserved a birth announcement, even if we are fashionably late in our timing.
I am fully aware that I am going to receive criticism from some naysayers about the delay of our announcements. Our intention is to simply share our good news and some adorable photos with family and friends. He is a wonderful little miracle and I want to celebrate him, even if I am extremely late with the notice.
I meant to get them out sooner but never quite found the time. Yesterday as the cold rain was falling outside, I decided to curl up in front of the fireplace and start addressing envelopes. The announcements are going in the mail today, and I couldn't be happier with how they turned out.
I would also be remiss if I didn't extend a special thank you to Mary, who is a reader of this blog. Mary lovingly crafted the outfit that Timmy is wearing in his announcement. I received her beautiful gift when things were becoming difficult with the pregnancy. I immediately knew that the baby, whether it be a boy or girl, would wear the outfit in the birth announcement photos. My dear friend, an extremely talented graphic designer, managed to perfectly capture my vision for his special announcement. Thank you Tammy for the beautiful design!
If you would like to receive an announcement, please email (email@example.com) me your address. I am so happy with how they turned out. In my opinion they were definitely worth the wait!
Friday, November 14, 2014
Horrible Moans
I know that growing up and becoming curious about the opposite sex is a normal part of childhood. I wish I could keep Robby and Timmy in little bubbles, keeping them little and innocent forever. As much as I love watching Robby grow and learn, watching him change from my little boy into a "big kid" is something I'm not sure I am ready to accept. Of course, my inability to accept the inevitable is not going to keep it from occurring.
A few days ago when I picked up Robby from school he immediately asked me the age of his cousin Tiffany. I sensed an unusual urgency in his voice so instead of asking why he wanted to know, I simply told him that she was ten years old. He became extremely serious and began to recount the details of his day.
"Momom, Kenny (name changed to protect the little cherub) brought in a book he got at the library. It was a secret book so we had to put it inside a notebook in order to read it. Did you know that Tiffany is going to start developing horrible moans soon? You need to call Nana right now and warn her. If she hears horrible moans coming out of Tiffany's room, whatever she does, she needs to stay away. Horrible moans means that she is going to start growing boobies and getting hair on her girl penis area."
It took me a few minutes to realize that Robby misheard his friend. Horrible moans were actually hormones. Although, to be completely honest, his interpretation is probably just as correct.
Somehow I managed to keep both a straight path on the road and on my face as he frantically made his case about "horrible moans." The book his friend brought in details puberty and changing bodies. Obviously the boys weren't interested in what was going to happen to them and skipped straight to the female change section. I really don't think I'm prepared for this stage!
I'm happy that he felt comfortable enough to talk to me about his new knowledge. Although he was wrong on a few of the details, the fact that he initiated an open dialog on the topic is a good sign. I tried to put a mask on the overwhelming sense of discomfort I felt talking to my little Koopa about changing bodies. Thankfully, he didn't want details; he was more interested in passing along the warning to his Nana.
I am really not looking forward to more discussions on horrible moans.
Thursday, November 13, 2014
Although I am not sure the source, I absolutely love Robby's enthusiasm for science. Given the opportunity, he would habitually pick watching the Science Channel and various educational documentaries over cartoons. Needless to say, yesterday's landing on the comet really sent my little guy into a tailspin.
We have had the comet landing marked on our calendar for weeks. Yesterday morning he woke up grinning from ear to ear, proudly exclaiming that today he was going to witness history. He was especially impressed with the fact that landing on a comet was something that has never been achieved, hence it was "rare." (Have I mentioned that he is into anything dubbed "rare" at the moment.) Robby walked into his school like a trumpeter heralding the comet landing. I was relieved to learn that his teacher had already rearranged the lessons for the day so that Robby and his class could watch the event.
After dropping him off I drove home and began working. My phone rang at 10:45 and although I looked at the caller ID out of habit, I knew it was Robby's school. Somehow my little guy convinced his teacher to grant him a phone call so that he could remind me of the landing. I assured him that I was watching, listened to him yammer about the "super duper rare event" that was about to occur before telling him to go back to class.
I have to admit that I have never been into astronomy, but I found myself excited and squealing when contact was established and the landing was confirmed. The fact that a small vehicle could intersect with a moving comet, 4 billion miles away, is simply awe inspiring. I cannot even fathom the intellect required to tackle such an seemingly unattainable goal. The engineers' mothers must be so proud of their sons and daughters!
Within minutes of the landing my phone rang again. Robby's teacher was laughing on the other end of the receiver. She explained that Robby had worked the class into a near frenzy state as the expected landing time approached. According to his teacher, Robby erupted with cheers and fist bumps when communication was established. Within moments the rest of the students followed suit, participating in Robby's comet celebration. (Note to self: make the teacher another batch of brownies. She deserves them!)
Robby was simply gleeful when his teacher handed him the phone. I had no doubt that he was genuinely excited about what has been accomplished. I'm so happy that science, engineering and math excite him. Who knows, perhaps someday he will be overseeing his own rocket exploration missions.
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In the meantime, Amatuni refrains from commenting on official Azerbaijan's threats against the ICRC Baku Office, because it is beyond her competence.
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