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Top 10 Barbecue Gifts for Christmas

Mon, 23 Nov 2009 02:53:25 +0000

Finding the right gift for your outdoor cook isn't really all that hard. There are thousands of products out there that would do the trick. I have here a few suggestions that should help get you pointed in the right direction to find the perfect gift.

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Top 10 Barbecue Gifts for Christmas originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Monday, November 23rd, 2009 at 02:53:25.

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Thanksgiving Recipes

Sun, 22 Nov 2009 02:07:04 +0000

Here are some suggestions of your Thanksgiving meal:

Rotisserie Turkey
Apple Wood Smoked Turkey
Smoked Turkey on the Grill
Smoked Honey Glazed Turkey
Santa Fe Turkey
Herbed Rotisserie Turkey
Grilled Spicy Whole Turkey
Smoked Beer Can Turkey
Jerk Beer Can Turkey
Smoked Turkey Brine
Hawaiian-Style Turkey Brine
Citrus-Rosemary Turkey Rub
Cajun Turkey Injection
Turkey Injection Sauce
Sun-Dried Tomato Marinade
Chinese Five Spice Marinade
Creole Turkey Rub
Spiced Grilled Pumpkin
Tequila Sweet Potatoes
Honey Grilled Sweet Potatoes
Grilled Sweet Potatoes
Simple Turkey Stuffing

And More Turkey Recipes

Thanksgiving Recipes originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Sunday, November 22nd, 2009 at 02:07:04.

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Top 10 Thanksgiving Recipes

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 02:32:20 +0000

Chances are you cook one turkey a year so you've only got one shot at getting it right. There are a lot of ways to cook a turkey so whether you are roasting, grilling, frying, smoking, or putting it on a beer can here are some recipes to help.

Top 10 Thanksgiving Recipes originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Saturday, November 21st, 2009 at 02:32:20.

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Talking Turkey with HPBA

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:40:30 +0000

Our friends over at the Hearth, Patio, and Barbecue Association have come up with some new statistics just in time for Thanksgiving. This numbers are pretty amazing and clearly show that more and more people are doing their cooking on the porch. Take a look:

"Americans are rethinking tradition this Thanksgiving with more than 70 percent of consumers saying they would opt out of using the oven to instead grill (18 percent), smoke (25 percent) or fry (28 percent) their turkey, according to HPBA's Thanksgiving poll. Turkeys can be fried in less than an hour, smoked over low heat for several hours or even cooked on a grill - each option offers a mouthwatering meal packed with juicy flavor and crispy taste.

According to the National Turkey Federation (NTF), an estimated 46 million turkeys will be cooked this holiday. Based on HPBA consumer poll responses, that means up to 32.2 million turkeys could be getting the boot from the oven! Americans agree that grilling, smoking and frying are preferable to the oven for a number of reasons:

Allows you to try something new (54 percent of respondents)
Gives you a more tender or juicy turkey (54 percent of respondents)
Frees up space in your oven for other cooking (53 percent of respondents)
Easier clean up (52 percent of respondents)

To heat up Thanksgiving meals, HPBA and NTF have the tips and recipes for a winning holiday feast:

Tips for Outdoor Cooking and the Ultimate Turkey Experience

Check to make sure the grill, smoker or fryer is in working order.
Be sure to read the owner's manual for safety precautions.
Stock up on enough charcoal, propane, oil or wood chips needed to cook the meal.
Be sure to use the grill, smoker or fryer outside only - never indoors and make sure that it's set-up on a flat, stable surface, preferably on a protective grill pad, and away from any combustible materials.
Purchase a whole turkey according to the weight recommendations in your grill's, smoker's or fryer's owner's manual.
Thaw the turkey completely and pat it dry. Cook the bird un-stuffed.
Brine the turkey for increased flavor and moisture.
Outdoor cooking times depend on many factors: the size and shape of the turkey, the distance from the heat and the outside air temperature. Allow more time on cold or windy days and at high altitudes. Allow less time in very hot weather.
Have a food thermometer handy to measure the internal temperature of the bird; the temperature should be 165� F to 170� F in the breast and 175� F to 180� F in the thigh.

Don't Forget The Trimmings!

Beyond the bird, seven in ten Americans admit that they would like to see grilled side dishes on their Thanksgiving platters, including grilled vegetables (51 percent) or grilled bread, fruits or desserts (18 percent). While the turkey is the centerpiece of the meal, Thanksgiving's savory side dishes and trimmings can all be cooked outdoors. Try America's Outdoor Cooking Experts Bill and Cheryl Jamison's recipes for crispy smashed potatoes, grilled apples slices or grilled vegetable orzo."

Talking Turkey with HPBA originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Thursday, November 19th, 2009 at 14:40:30.

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Brining Turkey - Step by Step

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 02:35:35 +0000

Brining a turkey is a simple process, but you need to start a day before you plan to cook. A whole turkey can take up to 24 hours to properly brine depending on the size so plan ahead. Brining makes the most of a turkey. It adds moisture to the meat and makes it more tender. Throw in some herbs and spices and you get a lot more flavor as well. All you really need to brine a turkey is the bird and some salt and water. Step one is determining how much water you need.

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Brining Turkey - Step by Step originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Thursday, November 19th, 2009 at 02:35:35.

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Recall Alert: Perfect Flame SLG Series Grills

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:01:14 +0000

The Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada have announced a voluntary recall of Perfect Flame SLG Series Gas Grills sold through Lowes Home Improvement Stores between September 2005 and May 2009. This recall affects about 665,000 Gas Grills manufactured by L G Sourcing, Inc of China and imported by Lucas Innovation, Inc of North Wilkesboro, North Carolina.

Burners in these grills can deteriorate causing irregular flames and in some models the metal lids can catch fire, causing a serious metal fire. If you own this grill you are asked to immediately discontinue use until you can receive replacement parts for your grill. Call (888) 840-9590 or visit www.lowes.com for information on how you can get the parts needed to repair your grill.

Check your grill for the specific model number. Model numbers are printed on a label on the inside or backside of the grill. Models SLG2006B, SLG2006BN, SLG2006C, SLG2006CN, SLG2007D, and SLG2007DN will need complete replacement of the burner assemblies. Models SLG2007A, SLG2007B, SLG2007BN, and SLG2008A will need the burner assembly and lid replaced.

Please take this and all recalls seriously. Several people have been injured in relation to these grills. You can find more information on this recall at the Consumer Product Safety Commission website.

Recall Alert: Perfect Flame SLG Series Grills originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 16:01:14.

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What's on the Menu this Holiday Season?

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 02:50:21 +0000

The big Holiday Meals are a great time to show off our cooking abilities while still clinging to the traditional favorites. From the Deep Fried Turkey to slow roasted Ham to a rotisserie Goose these classics of the Holidays are food we seldom prepare but expect to get right every time. And this isn't limited to the Christmas Feast, because I know that everyone has their favorite, that one big holiday of the year that is their specialty, their best meal. Now I know that Thanksgiving is upon us in the U.S. and that typically means Turkey, but it isn't limited to that one bird. Every family has its traditional main course for the big holiday in your neighborhood. Anymore so much attention is paid to these single big events and I know that the truth is much more complicated than Food Network would like you to believe, so this weeks question is:

POLL: What's on the Menu this Holiday Season?
1) Turkey
2) Ham
3) Lamb
4) Fowl (goose, duck, etc.)
5) Prime Rib (or other large beef roasts)
6) Fish or Seafood
7) Barbecue (pork, brisket, ribs, etc.)
8) Other (Please Specify in the Comments)

What's on the Menu this Holiday Season? originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Wednesday, November 18th, 2009 at 02:50:21.

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Smoking Turkey - Step by Step

Tue, 17 Nov 2009 02:14:19 +0000

Smoking turkey is an easy and fantastic way to make your holiday meal all that better. By cooking your turkey low and slow with a big dose of smoke, you get a tender, flavorful bird that people will talk about until next year. Follow the steps, take your time and you will truly have one of the best turkeys you have every eaten.

Photo � 2008 Regarding BBQ Inc., licensed to About.com, Inc.

Smoking Turkey - Step by Step originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 at 02:14:19.

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Beer Can Turkey

Sat, 14 Nov 2009 22:55:38 +0000

You knew it was only a matter of time before someone turned beer in the butt chicken into beer can turkey. This turkey is basted with steam from the inside; making it tender and juicy so no matter how you cook it you'll get a better bird.

Beer Can Turkey originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Saturday, November 14th, 2009 at 22:55:38.

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Top 10 Turkey Brine Recipes

Fri, 13 Nov 2009 02:08:35 +0000

One of the best ways to make a better Turkey is with a good Brine. Brining Turkey is a process of adding moisture and flavor to meat by use of a salt-water mixture. There are many ways to make a great brine and these turkey brine recipes are amongst the best I know. So, whether you are roasting, grilling, smoking, or frying your next turkey, start out with a good brine and make it so much better.

Top 10 Turkey Brine Recipes originally appeared on About.com Barbecues & Grilling on Friday, November 13th, 2009 at 02:08:35.

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