Grilling Techniques

Level up your live-fire skills — direct vs. indirect heat, two-zone setups, the reverse sear, flat-top griddling and cooking with cast iron. These techniques work on any grill and turn good cooks into great ones. Put them to work with our grill recipes.

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Pitmaster Pro Tip: How to Build a Campfire for Over the Fire Cooking

Pitmaster Pro Tip: How to Build a Campfire for Over the Fire Cooking

Author: Pitmaster Rosalie ParejaIG: @castironskillz Over the fire cooking is a true art form, however a lot more approachable than...

A Pitmaster’s Guide to Grilling Vegetables

A Pitmaster’s Guide to Grilling Vegetables

Techniques, Top 10 Picks, and Perfect Pairings Grilling vegetables is a fantastic way to elevate their natural flavor, add charred...

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How to Season Your Blackstone Grill

Have you recently purchased a Blackstone Grill and are wondering how to season it? You’ve come to the right place!...

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June Grilling Tips - Smashburgers with Dad

Celebrate Father’s Day on the grill with June’s very special Grill Masters Club box ! Father’s Day is June 18,...

FLAT TOP GRILLS, how to use a flat top grill

Complete Guide To Flat Top Grills

Are you looking for an easy way to cook your favorite meals outdoors? Flat top grills are the perfect tool...

Pitmaster Pro Tips - Sunday Grill to Monday Thrill

Pitmaster Pro Tips - Sunday Grill to Monday Thrill

There are endless possibilities for the week when you load up your grill on Sunday. Grilling proteins and veggies for...

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Grill Master Pro Tips - Foil or Butcher Paper

When it comes to cooking ribs, brisket, and other proteins on a grill, both foil and butcher paper can be...

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Grill Master Pro Tip - Cooking with Direct Vs. Indirect Heat

Understanding when to use direct heat vs. indirect heat is a key grill tip that can make a big difference...

Grill Master Pro Tip: Maximize Meat Moisture

Grill Master Pro Tip: Maximize Meat Moisture

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Grill Master Pro Tip: The Bend Test

How do you create the perfect slab of ribs? Try the ‘Bend Test’ for ribs. When you’re smoking up a...

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Guide to Grilling Prime Rib

A prime rib on the grill can make for the most amazing treats for your taste buds. You can tell...

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A Grill Master’s Guide to Grilling the Ultimate Tomahawk Pork Chops

Get ready to grill the perfect tomahawk pork chops View this post on Instagram A post shared by BBQFriend (@_bbqfriend) Thanks...

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