Backyard smoking became my weekend therapy during a particularly stressful year, and like many others, I initially got lured in by brisket—because let’s face it, brisket is the king of smoked meats, ...

When you're cooking with a smoker, the most important decision is the type of wood you use — and that's especially true if ...

TAMPA (BLOOM) – When it comes to achieving the perfect smoked meat, seasoned pitmasters know that butcher paper can be a game-changer. This traditional technique, with roots in Central Texas barbecue, ...

Grilling burgers and hot dogs can certainly make for a successful barbecue, but if you want to take things up a notch, you can’t top the delicious flavor of smoked meats. Smoking meats like brisket, ...

There's something irresistible about the deep, smoky flavor of meat that's been slow-cooked to perfection. From brisket and ribs to turkey and ham, smoked meat brings bold, rich flavor to everything ...

Wrapping meat in paper for smoking is a popular technique that'll help you achieve a tender, flavorful barbecue. You won't use it on every item that goes into the smoker, but it's especially common ...