Live & Let Grill : BBQ News
Welcome to Live & Let Grill, where every day is a good day to grill! We serve up the freshest BBQ news, alongside a hearty helping of insightful grilling tips, mouthwatering recipes, and the secret sauce to achieving grilling greatness.
January 2, 2026
January Grilling Recipes for Cold Weather CookingHappy New Year from Steven and the team at Barbecuebible.com!
We grew up outside of Philadelphia, where opinions on cheesesteaks are basically a blood sport.
Amazon is serving up a sizzling selection of BBQ essentials that will have you grilling like a pro. From top-notch grills and smokers to mouthwatering rubs and sauces, they've got everything you need to unleash your inner grill master.
January 1, 2026
Homemade Seafood Alfredo with Real Alfredo SauceThe seafood alfredo worth breaking your low-carb streak for.
Learn the difference between Diamond Crystal and Morton’s kosher salt, why they season differently, and how to substitute one for the other.
December 30, 2025
The Ultimate Guide to the Top BBQ Festivals & Pitmaster Competitions in 2026As we look ahead to 2026, the world of competitive barbecue continues to evolve, pushing the boundaries of flavor, technique, and outdoor hospitality.
Steven Raichlen looks ahead to the barbecue trends shaping 2026, from new cuts and grills to bold flavors, live-fire cooking, and how we entertain.
December 29, 2025
Gochujang Chicken Burgers with Kimchi Bacon JamThe most craveable chicken burger you'll ever make!
December 27, 2025
Grass Fed Beef Tallow: Master BBQ Grilling TechniquesGrass fed beef tallow is becoming popular in the BBQ world, and for good reason.
December 26, 2025
Beef Bourguignon (Classic French Beef Stew)Deeply browned beef, bacon, red wine, and aromatics braised low and slow into a rich, classic Beef Bourguignon.
Updated for 2025 Prime rib is one of my favorite meats to grill or smoke for a special occasion.
December 24, 2025
Lobster Pot Pie with Puff PastryThis lobster pot pie delivers real comfort food: tender lobster, a creamy savory filling, and a crisp puff pastry lid.
December 23, 2025
How Miami Celebrates the Holidays: Cuban Roast PigIn Miami, Christmas Eve smells like lechón asado—garlicky Cuban roast pig, wrapped in banana leaves and slow-roasted for Noche Buena.
This ridiculously creamy white bean soup with smoky sausage is comfort food perfection!
December 22, 2025
Holiday Crown RoastWhen it comes to holiday meals, nothing makes a statement quite like a Holiday Crown Roast.
Working with hardwood pellets should elevate every cooking experience, not complicate it.
What Emergency Responders Recommend for Off-Roading Drivers What Emergency Responders Recommend for Off-Roading Drivers.
Smoky Chipotle Garlic Sauce because Patti and I both love garlic (good thing) and our Smoked Garlic Sauce is pure garlic heaven!
December 20, 2025
Pan Seared Red Snapper with Prik Nam PlaLiving in Houston has spoiled me when it comes to Thai food, and this pan seared red snapper with Prik Nam Pla is inspired by the bold, bright flavors I keep chasing around the city.
Classic Shepherd's Pie with ground lamb, vegetables, and crispy mashed potato topping baked in cast iron.
The holiday season is a time for gathering, sharing stories, and enjoying meals that bring warmth and comfort.
December 19, 2025
Ranch Hand BurgerThe Ranch Hand Burger is a big fat burger topped with pulled pork, smoked cheddar, crispy onions, pickled jalapeños, and homemade BBQ ranch dressing.
What were the most memorable dishes you grilled in 2025?
When it comes to crowd-pleasing smoked Holiday centerpieces, few things hit harder than a double smoked ham.
December 17, 2025
Summer BBQs: How to (Safely) Keep Your Charcoal Barbie Running All Day During the HolidaysHoliday BBQs in Australia are rarely short affairs.
No-fail lobster mac and cheese that won't break, curdle, or waste $30 of seafood.
Brisket continues to rise 5-10F after leaving the smoker.
Learn the key internal temperature stages of brisket, what’s happening inside the meat and how to know what to do at each phase of the cook.
Brisket isn’t done at one exact temperature.
Smoked Cajun Lobster Tail is the ultimate way to turn an already luxurious seafood dish into a bold, unforgettable grilling…
Clinkers and auger jams can quickly turn the best, most relaxing pellet smoker BBQ cook into a frustrating challenge.
Spring weather and the Traeger make a good combination, especially when you’re planning Easter dinner.
I’ve been making meatball subs for years, and the real secret is putting mozzarella on each meatball before broiling.
December 16, 2025
How to Slice BrisketLearn how to slice brisket the right way, including how to find the grain, which knife to use and common slicing mistakes to avoid.
Learn the safe holding temperature for brisket, how long you can hold it and what temps work best for catering, restaurants and competitions.
Learn how to hold brisket the right way so it stays hot, juicy and safe.
Smoked cream cheese has become a backyard BBQ staple for good reason.
Ridge Spring’s Merritt One Time BBQ serves whole-hog pulled pork with mustard sauce, dry or wet ribs, barbecued and fried chicken, classic hash, and a weekly all-you-can-eat Sunday buffet.
The cocktail party is alive and well—especially around the holidays.
Creamy buffalo chicken sliders baked on buttery Hawaiian rolls with garlic Parmesan tops.
December 15, 2025
Pitmaster in Training: Safe Ways to Get Kids Involved at the GrillPitmaster in training starts here, get kids helping at the grill with safe tasks, simple rules, and hands-on tips for tasty BBQ nights.
December 12, 2025
Why Did My Brisket Fall Apart?If your brisket fell apart instead of slicing, it likely cooked too long or held too hot.
These Pulled Pork Pierogi are the ultimate Polish-American recipe mashup that you didn’t even know you were missing.
This slow cooker oxtail soup is rich, meaty, and comforting — loaded with tender oxtails, hearty vegetables, and a deep beef flavor that develops all day.
Build your best holiday feast with BarbecueBible’s menu of smoked, grilled, and flame-kissed dishes—perfect for Christmas, Hanukkah, and more.
December 10, 2025
How to Tell If Salmon Is Done (Visual + Tactile Cues Chefs Trust)Salmon gives clear signals when it’s ready — you just need to know what to look for.
Evenly portioned salmon cooks better, plates cleaner, and gives you far more control.
Removing salmon skin shouldn’t feel like wrestling a wet bar of soap.
How to Buy Fresh Seafood (What to Look For Every Time) When it comes to seafood, freshness isn’t just taste — it’s safety, texture, and whether dinner actually turns out the way you want.
Fresh salmon gives you a wide temperature range depending on how you’re preparing it.
You don’t need special tools to make tartare look restaurant-ready.
Serving raw fish at home is straightforward when you follow a few basics.
Plum wood for smoking adds sweet, clean flavor to BBQ meats, creating balanced smoke profiles that elevate every cook.
December 9, 2025
How to Carve a Bone-In Prime Rib (Step-by-Step Guide)Stop struggling to carve prime rib at the table.
Easy one-pot Tuscan chicken soup with creamy white beans, ready in 40 min.
The clock is ticking, but great gifts are still within reach.
December 8, 2025
Creamy Chicken Mushroom RigatoniThere are nights when I just want a comforting pasta bake but don’t have the time for a complicated sauce.
There is something almost hypnotic about watching chicken slowly roast over open flames — the soft crackling of skin, the rising curls of smoke, the golden-brown char forming bit by bit.
December 7, 2025
Apple and Sage Stuffed Pork TenderloinI grew up in Michigan where apple trees are basically a way of life.
If you’re looking for the ultimate sweet-meets-savory recipe that works for holidays, game days, meal prep, and weeknight dinners, this…
December 5, 2025
Lasagna SoupIf you love all the cheesy, saucy, hearty goodness of traditional lasagna but don’t always have the time (or patience)…
Music City Gents delivers 90 minutes of high‑energy dancing, fire‑spinning, and party‑bus packages perfect for bachelorette nights and girls’ trips.
Christmas morning has a rhythm all its own—the quiet excitement before the day unfolds, the comfort of familiar flavors, and the joy of sharing something special straight from the grill.
December 4, 2025
Easy Smoked Prime Rib RecipeIf you’ve been looking for an easy smoked prime rib recipe that delivers big flavor without a bunch of extra work, you’re in the right place.
Most grills come with a dome thermometer stuck right in the lid.
For decades, the pitmaster’s domain was strictly carnivorous.
December 3, 2025
Creamy Chicken Enchilada SkilletWhen weeknights get busy and the craving for bold, cheesy comfort food hits, nothing beats this Creamy Chicken Enchilada Skillet.…
It’s been immortalized in song as “the most wonderful time of the year.” It’s also one of the busiest.
These Traeger summer recipes are the ones I turn to when the weather warms up and I’m ready to spend more time outside with the grill.
There’s something about the first slice of pumpkin pie that makes the holidays feel official.
December 2, 2025
Smoker Grill Pellets: Top Flavors for the HolidayHoliday cooking brings a spirit of comfort, warmth, and celebration—exactly what so many people want when they fire up their grill or smoker.
December 1, 2025
Easy Homemade CornbreadThis Easy Homemade Cornbread should be a side dish to any BBQ feast or comfort meal you make.
Properly thawing a turkey is crucial for both safety and a delicious result.
Green chicken chili that's actually worth making.
November 30, 2025
How Much Turkey to Buy Per Person (Per-Person Chart)Trying to decide how big a turkey to buy can feel harder than planning the rest of the meal.
November 28, 2025
Best Pellets for Ribs: 5 Factors That Make a DifferenceThe perfect rack of ribs—tender, juicy, and enveloped in a deep, smoky bark—requires precision in both technique and fuel.
Ground beef stroganoff with sautéed mushrooms, sour cream sauce, and egg noodles.
Garden-to-Grill: Mastering Summer Veg Over Charcoal—The Firebrand Way Summer in Australia is peak BBQ season—long afternoons, late sunsets, and backyard tables loaded with fresh produce straight from the garden or farmers’ markets—and nothing brings that produce to life like Firebrand.
November 27, 2025
Safe Turkey Internal Temperature: Why 165°F Is Not Your Only OptionWondering if turkey must reach 165°F?
If you have ever fought with spinning kabob skewers, you know the pain.
From thawing turkeys to fixing gravy, find effective Thanksgiving emergency fixes to save your holiday feast.
Pan-seared halibut without the stick-to-the-pan disaster.
November 25, 2025
Fall Flavor Trends You’ll Actually Want to Try, and Why Spring Creek BBQ Is in the MixAs fall settles in across North Texas, flavor trends are shifting in exciting ways — and Spring Creek BBQ is perfectly positioned to lean in.
November 24, 2025
How To Smoke A TurkeySmoking a turkey isn’t hard, but there are a few tricks that make a huge difference.
Make the best chicken tikka masala at home—juicy grilled chicken simmered in a creamy spiced tomato sauce.
November 23, 2025
Deep-Fried Turkey: Timing & Safety ChecklistGet time per pound to deep-fry a turkey, and key safety steps you must follow.
November 21, 2025
Dutch Oven Lamb StewLamb stew with the kind of flavor that proves the time was worth it.
November 20, 2025
Best BBQ Pellets and Smoker Recipes for ThanksgivingThanksgiving brings people together in a way that few other holidays can, and for many families, the meal is the heart of the celebration.
November 19, 2025
Crab Stuffed Flounder with Creamy White Wine SauceCrab stuffed flounder with creamy white wine sauce.
November 18, 2025
ChefsTemp Quad XPro – Unbiased Review and TestI’ve used many remote thermometers over the years, and the ChefsTemp Quad XPro is one of the simpler multi-probe setups I’ve tested.
Pumpkin chili without beans—caramelized purée, pancetta, and Hatch chiles create savory depth.
November 17, 2025
Chicken and DumplingsCozy up with this classic chicken and dumplings recipe — tender chicken, creamy broth, and light, fluffy buttermilk dumplings all in one pot.
November 15, 2025
Reverse Sear for Game and Lean Cuts: Juicy Meat Without GuessworkNothing hurts more than watching a beautiful backstrap, venison steak, or elk steak turn dry and gray on the grill.
November 14, 2025
Pellets Made of Almond Wood for Smoking: 6 Most Important BenefitsWhen you fire up your pellet grill, the flavor you get from your fuel determines the direction of your entire cook.
Most steak houses charge you an extra fifteen bucks for the mushroom sauce, and half the time it tastes like it came from a packet.
November 13, 2025
Turkey Calculator ToolThe post Turkey Calculator Tool appeared first on Destination BBQ .
Cajun Smoked Turkey I fired up my stick burner for this one — real wood, real smoke, and a Cajun The post Cajun Smoked Turkey on a Stick Burner appeared first on HowToBBBQRight .
November 12, 2025
Top Grill Spots to Work at in MiamiDuring my last visit to Florida, I noticed a big change in the number of BBQ joints, and I was surprised by the high quality.
If you’ve ever had trouble deciding between smoking or frying your holiday turkey, why not do both?
The shawarma recipe that broke my takeout addiction - yogurt-marinated chicken thighs roasted shawarma-style until the edges are crispy and the inside melts.
November 9, 2025
A Thanksgiving with a Texas Twist at Spring Creek BBQThanksgiving is a time to gather with family, share stories, and enjoy a hearty meal that reminds us of home.
I never really understood how lemons and cowboys went together, but cowboy butter really took off.
Indian Butter Chicken Burgers with juicy chicken patties, quick slaw, and a rich butter sauce.
November 8, 2025
Chefstemp FinalTouch X10 Instant Read Thermometer ReviewOne of my most used tools is a handheld thermometer.
November 7, 2025
Slow Cooker Beef and Barley Soup with Short RibsThis slow cooker soup recipe is loaded with fall-apart short ribs and hearty barley.
November 5, 2025
Low-Sugar BBQ Glazes That Still Caramelize (Tested Ratios and Tips)Make low-sugar BBQ glazes that still caramelize.
November 3, 2025
Smoked TurkeySmoked Turkey Juicy Meat & Crispy Skin Every Time This smoked turkey is all about big flavor and perfect texture The post Smoked Turkey appeared first on HowToBBBQRight .
Hot Honey Pork Belly Smoked Hot Honey Pork Belly is the ultimate combo of rich smoke, sweet heat, and sticky The post Hot Honey Pork Belly appeared first on HowToBBBQRight .
Keeping your grill active through the cold season can bring out some of the deepest, richest flavors in your barbecue.
If you’re looking for a memorable, high-energy, laughter-filled bachelorette outing in Nashville, “Illusions the Show – Nashville” brings the perfect mix of glam, drag perfection, and group fun.
If you’re looking for a memorable, high-energy, laughter-filled bachelorette outing in Nashville, “Illusions the Show – Nashville” brings the perfect mix of glam, drag perfection, and group fun.
If you’re looking for a memorable, high-energy, laughter-filled bachelorette outing in Nashville, “Illusions the Show – Nashville” brings the perfect mix of glam, drag perfection, and group fun.
November 2, 2025
Smoky Flavor Secrets Every Backyard Cook Should KnowSmoky Flavor Secrets Every Backyard Cook Should Know There’s something about a deep, rich, smoky flavor that makes backyard cooking feel more satisfying.
November 1, 2025
The Classic Christmas Roast Guide: Prime Rib, Beef Tenderloin & Crown RoastTimeless, traditional, and table-ready for a Ralph Lauren Christmas.
Whiskey River Saloon is Broadway turned up to eleven—two floors of whiskey, music, and pure Nashville energy.
Herb-crusted lamb rack, golden crust, pink center.
Experience the ultimate night out bar hopping on Nashville’s iconic Broadway!
October 30, 2025
High-Altitude Grilling: Time, Heat, and Fuel Adjustments That WorkHigh-altitude grilling gets easier with pro tips to adjust time, boost heat, and manage fuel.
October 29, 2025
BBQ Tools & CalculatorsPlan cooks, calculate how much to buy, and hit your serve time with our BBQ tools & calculators— brisket , brining, and wood pairing.
Make restaurant-quality roasted branzino at home in under 40 minutes.
October 28, 2025
The Lowdown on Heat Zones: Get Better Results This BBQ SeasonAs the weather warms and outdoor entertaining kicks back into full swing, mastering heat control is the key difference between average results and BBQ legend status.
October 27, 2025
Sirloin Beef Kebabs with Pineapple Chile Rice Pilaf[Standard FTC Disclaimer] We don't receive compensation from any products or links posted in this post.
Skip the stress - this slow cooker turkey breast is juicy, flavorful, and ready with almost no effort.
October 25, 2025
Autumn Comfort: Why Fall Means Full Plates at Spring Creek BBQAs the brisk air rolls into North Texas and the days shorten, fall becomes the perfect time to slow down, gather around the table, and savour meals that bring comfort and warmth.
As the Texas weather finally cools down and fall settles in, there’s no better time to slow down, gather with family, and enjoy a hearty meal that feels like home.