Pork Articles (39 Results)

Pork: Key Temperatures and Cooking Tips

Everything Pork! Learn about BBQ spare and baby back ribs, pork belly, bacon, ham, tenderloin, pork chops, and much more. Cooking pork to specific temperatures is key to success. Temperature targets for BBQ cuts of pork differ from smaller cuts, we've got all the information you need here.

Bruce Aidells’ Roasted Rack of Pork: Thermal Tips and Recipe

Smoked Pulled Pork: Delicious Results in Almost Half the Time

Who doesn’t love tender, juicy, melt-in-your-mouth, smoked pulled pork? But traditional cook times for this BBQ staple can have you…

Are Your Ribs Done? How Do You Know?

Father’s Day is here, and we all know what that means… BBQs will be out and ribs will be fired up across the nation. But that leads us to the age-old question. When do you know the ribs are done? Ignore the USDA safety temperatures. Baby Back Ribs may be safe to eat at 145°F but they won’t be tender nor as flavorful as they should be. The collagen and fats have not yet melted into the meat. Connective tissues will be tough.

Put These Chef-Recommended Pork Temps to the Test

There really is no better way to put the new USDA pork temps to the test than with a tried and tested recipe from the folks at America’s Test Kitchen. Their Grill-Roasted Pork Loin is the perfect center piece for any family gathering and is especially perfect during a holiday celebration.

Thermal Secrets to Moist and Flavorful Ham

Deciphering between uncooked, cured and ready-to-eat varieties of ham is often an arduous task. And because a mismanaged ham can turn out dry and flavorless, knowing how to prepare each variety will ensure your holiday feast is one to remember.

Some BBQ Meats Must be Cooked to Higher Temps

On a recent trip to the American Royal, we watched as pitmasters pushed the boundaries of temperature and took their meat way past the USDA recommended temps for pork, brisket and ribs. When the goal is tender, flavorful BBQ, forget what you think you know about chef recommended temps and aim a little higher.