Temping steaks on a mixed grill
| |

Backyard Cookouts—From Steaks to Chicken to Brats, You Need Fast Temps

When I picture a summer cookout, many things come to mind. A large cooler of drinks, maybe some kids running around, someone clacking a set of tongs together next to a grill, a bag of charcoal propped up against it. I see people lined up with paper plates already adorned with mounds of potato salad;…

Quesabirria (birria tacos)
|

Birria Tacos (Quesabirria): Temps For Our New Favorite Taco

When, last winter, I became aware for the first time of quesabirria, I started trying and trying to think of the thermal angle we could find to justify cooking these remarkable tacos for the blog. So boy howdy was I happy when I came across a great recipe from Smokedbbqsource.com that, while not being strictly…

smoked lamb, sliced
|

Butterflied Leg of Lamb: Seared, Then Slow, For Perfect Doneness

A traditional roast leg of lamb is a beautiful piece of meat. Served alongside roast veggies, maybe some steamed asparagus, it’s an enticing centerpiece to any feast—even just a weekend cookout. But if you want to freshen up your feast while also getting dinner to the table much more quickly, then you should try making…