Regardless of the grill type you possess, facing issues is unavoidable. In this section of my website, I’ll explore challenges I’ve personally confronted, providing insights, tips, and tricks not only on maintaining a Big Green Egg or Blackstone Griddle but also on caring for any other grill that may be situated on your back porch. For instance, I’ll discuss topics like replacing the band & hinge on the Big Green Egg or converting a Blackstone Griddle from propane to natural gas (both with videos).
There is no sense in tossing out leftover tough steak or even feeding it to your dog because there are so many food creations you can use it for. From a delicious stir fry to a yummy salad featuring steak, this article includes several recipes you can try out with leftover tough steak. Before we…
If you find yourself with leftover steak, of course you are not going to throw it in the trash. Steak can be pricey and it is so delicious, so nobody in their right mind would waste it like that. Thus, it is important to know how to properly reheat your extra steak without accidentally overcooking…
If you were looking forward to the plump rosy red-colored cut of steak you bought but find when you pop it into the pan, it transforms to become a whiter shade of pale, don’t worry. This happens frequently and results from changes within the meat when it is heated. White steak can result when myoglobin…
Making your own homemade sausages can be incredibly satisfying. If you’ve recently started to get into this hobby, then you probably know how fun it can be to learn. It can admittedly be a little hard to get things down at first, but once you get good at it, it’s really great. Those who are…
The mandoline’s true virtue lies in its fast speed and versatility. It is a French standby tool typically used for cutting cheese, fruit, and veggies into thinly cut slices. However, desperate times call for desperate measures have you ever considered using the mandoline to slice meat? It is possible to use a mandoline to…
If you need to make something that calls for a pork hock as an ingredient, you might have made the mistake of buying a ham hock. It’s an easy error to make because the two seem to be very similar. Since the terms ham and pork are used interchangeably by many, it’s easy to see…
You’ve been dreaming about that perfect steak all week. The sizzling sear, the juicy pink center, the melt-in-your-mouth tenderness… Mouthwatering! Then, you take that first eager bite, and instead of steak heaven, you get a leathery, flavorless nightmare! So you ask, “What went wrong?” “Why is my steak tough and chewy?” I’ve got you covered!…
Only a few things in life taste better than a couple of grilled sausages served alongside baked beans and potato wedges. The traditional breakfast plate is a delightful treat to start your day with, but if the sausages smell weird, that’s your cue to worry. So, how to tell if your sausage is spoiled? If…
While swapping tanks was always annoying, the big thing that pushed me to convert my Blackstone Griddle to natural gas was purchasing the 36″ Blackstone. I was tired of moving my 28″ Blackstone back and forth from the back deck to the camper for trips. This all ended when I pulled the trigger on the…
Are you one of the many people who love eating sausages? There are many different types of sausages out there, but no matter what, it’s going to be great to have some that you can cook at your next barbecue. Some people make their own sausages, but others will buy high-quality sausages from the market….