Adding Sizzle to a Gas Grill

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Hello Dr.BBQ! How can I get more heat from my 36,000 btu natural gas grill? I just don’t get that sizzle when I drop the meat on the porcelain cast iron grates. Thanks! David Hi David, I’d call the manufacturer and ask them. You don’t want to void your warranty or do anything dangerous with it. Dr. BBQ

Fast Eddy Makes Great Cookers

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Dr. BBQ: I wanted to thank you for all the research and information you’ve given me, it’s very much appreciated. Just one more question if I may, I was thinking about getting a cooker from Cookshack, it’s one of those Fast Eddy Cookers that uses pellets. Any comments on that or suggestions? I’ve never seen one work, but it comes …

Quila Sawdust Suitable for Smoking? Maybe

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Q: Hi Dr. BBQ,   Just wondering if quila sawdust would be suitable for smoking. I’ve done a few trials with different hardwoods, but have an unlimited supply of quila if it’s suitable.   Cheers,   Max   A: Hello Max:   I’ve never heard of quila and can’t find it through a Web search. Generally speaking, it would work: …

Do Hand-Crank Blowers Work?

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Hi Dr. BBQ, Just wondering if you’ve tried the little hand-crank blower that’s made for campfires and grills? Did it work? Brian Hi Brian, Yes, I just recently discovered a product called the Air-Grill. It’s a great little item that gets a fire excited in just a few seconds. I love it and I think I’ll keep one around all …

Granulated Onion? Huh?

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Hi Dr. BBQ: I’m scanning through both of your cook books for something easy to cook for tomorrow night. BTW, both your cook books totally rock!! Anyway, I’ve kinda zeroed in on the smoked bologna. Never thought of doing that before. So…I’m off to the store to get some stuff for the creole BBQ rub and I have a question. …