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Smoked Turkey Brine Recipe
Nov 12, 2021
After years of struggling to find ways to cook a turkey without drying the breast meat out, we discovered that the best way to make a delicious Thanksgiving Day turkey is to brine it and then smoke it. The smoke flavor is a perfect compliment to the light meat and the brine ensures we never end up with dry, flavorless turkey. We're going to share some of our top tips and recipe ideas so you can wow your friends and family this holiday season.

Beef Sticks vs Beef Jerky
Nov 09, 2021
We know that some people are beef stick people, others are jerky people, but a lot of us are somewhere in between. Making the choice between one and the other can be a challenge when you are searching for a healthy, nutritious snack on the go. We are going to break it down for you so you'll know what to look for in order to get exactly what you want from your meat snack.

Cooking Chicken 101
Nov 05, 2021
Chicken is one of the most popular dishes in America. It's a low-cost protein that doesn't have strong flavors and can be prepared in a number of creative ways. Using these tips and guidelines, you'll be turning out mouth-watering, juicy chicken every time. And if you're looking for a good chicken recipe, make sure you scroll to the end!

The Best Charcoal Smokers for 2021
Nov 02, 2021
There is no smoker that will give you a more authentic smokehouse flavor than a charcoal smoker design. There are lots of different options out there that all aim to offer ease-of-use, consistency, and durable design. However, some smokers are simply better than others. We'll give you a guide to our favorite designs and the best charcoal smoker products on the market for 2021 to help simplify your search for your next smoker.

Smoking Times and Temperatures
Oct 29, 2021
Perfectly smoking meat is as much an art as it is a science. If you know the correct temperature to run your smoker and the ideal internal temperature of your meat, you stand a good chance of getting the science part right. The artistry is all about the flavors, spices, and wood you choose. Today, we are going to explain how to time your smoker perfectly so that you never have to worry about over- or under-cooking your meat.

FAQ: Fall Wild Turkey Season Ohio 2021
Oct 26, 2021
Fall wild turkey season is just around the corner and we couldn't be more excited to get out in the fields and track some wily gobblers. Regulations in Ohio for turkey season are much more strict than for many other species, so you'll need to understand the laws before setting out to hunt. We put together this frequently asked questions article to help answer most of your questions.