Dr. BBQ: I’ve been asked to cook for a party of 75 to 100 people. I’m smoking full brisket (nose on), St. Louis Ribs and pulled pork (full shoulders). Considering that some will have one or the other while some will have a little of all, how much of each meat would you recommend I buy and how many pounds …
Oak Supplier
Hi Dr. BBQ: The Q shops I frequent do not carry oak . What kind of oak is recommended? Can I go to a lumber yard and buy an oak board and cut it up ? Jim Hi Jim, Unless you need a lot for a wood burning cooker you might want to order the oak on line. http://hawgeyesbbq.com is …
Wrapping Your Butt
Hi Dr. BBQ, We have a gas grill and I don’t know how to use it. I love my meats off the grill along with veggies. I know this might sound funny but I’m really nervous about working with propane. I even went out and bought a small grill that uses charcoal which I never could get it started. The …
Not Big on Brining
Hey there Dr. BBQ, I am a fan of yours since seeing you on the BBQ Challenge on TV. I believe you to certainly be a reputable authority on BBQ. I have a typical Texas-style backyard smoker. I use either hickory or mesquite but hope to use fruit trees later. My question to you is this. Do I brine or …
Turbinado Sugar?
Dr. BBQ, What is turbinado sugar and where can I find it? I am putting together your basic BBQ rub for some baby back ribs I am going to cook. I am going to cook them your way, I can hardly wait. I am very familiar with Lakeland, Florida, because I have lived there before and am now living in …