Smoking cheese is a popular technique done by many for a number of reasons. The first, and perhaps most obvious, is that smoking gives the cheese a unique flavor and consistency. Smoking cheese gives it a woody, earthy flavor that you can’t find in any unsmoked cheeses. The second reason why smoking cheese is so popular […]
No, smoked ham is not healthy. In 2015, processed meats, including ham, were classified by the WHO (World Health Organization) as a class 1 carcinogen. This means that the consumption of this food can potentially increase the risk of you developing cancer. This is due in part to the high quantities of salt and sugar […]
If you have any experience with using a smoker, then you will know that one of the important things you need to do is season it. If you don’t season your smoker, then the food that comes off of it will also lack seasoning, and will often turn out rather bland.So, before you start using […]
The idea that smoking is an unrefined art that’s based solely on letting your chosen smoker do all the hard work for you, is one of those urban barbecue legends that’s been perpetuated by cable television and the cooking shows that make everything look easy.Smoking is all about finesse, about knowing how to apply heat […]
Smoking meat is a popular form of adding a unique flavor to the food. Meats usually go alongside a particular smoke flavor, such as apple wood for pork.Salmon is great for smoking, but you want to know what flavor goes best with the fish to not overpower it. Salmon has a naturally gentle flavor that […]
For all of history, the battle has raged on between dry rub and marinade. While this battle may continue to rage on, we have the answer to the age-old question to settle the debate, which is better for smoking, dry rub, or marinade. A dry rub is not better than a marinade for smoking meat; it […]
The potato is such a versatile, wholesome, and filling vegetable that people have developed a myriad of different ways to prepare it. Smoking is a great way to lend a smokey, barbecue-like flavor to baked potatoes or potato salad. Smoking potatoes is actually a relatively easy process, but you will need to use a smoker for the […]
Pellet smokers and grills are quickly growing in popularity since they are easy to use, convenient, and require far less clean-up after use than wood smokers. However, they function differently than wood smokers, and you should understand the technology before using one. One of the most important things to know is the role the pellets […]
No matter where you go for barbecue a sauce is a staple to go with any smoked meat. It really is hard to imagine great barbecue without a great sauce to accompany perfectly smoked meats. Many backyards and restaurants will serve store bought barbecues sauce. However, creating a custom homemade barbecue sauce is so easy. […]
Do you think smoking great food should be simple? Well, the creators of the Bradley family of smokers agree with you, and that is how they designed their smokers. In today’s article, we will look at the Bradley 4 rack electric smoker in detail. We will cover the different features to help you decide if […]