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How To Pick A Pellet Cooker May 11, 2023

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Looking to buy a pellet cooker? You are in luck! This week Frankie and Jay are discussing picking a pellet cooker. From basic considerations to some you might have not thought of yet!
Not sure if you want a pellet cooker? Make sure to check out our previous episode 18 You Should Buy A Pellet Cooker or read our blog 5 Reasons to Buy A Pellet Cooker!
We kick it off with highlights! Jay shares a special steak lesson and the important skills that mastering a good steak will teach you. Frankie cooks his first Mississippi Pot Roast.
BBQ question of the week is, “What are your favorite kettle accessories?” Tune in to hear our take and let us know what you think!
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After the break we dive into picking a pellet cooker! We touch base on everything from pricing to cooking space, to build quality and accessories. Do you want to sear on your pellet cooker? Do you need a large hopper capacity? We cover this and so much more.
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Anatomy Of A Taco May 04, 2023

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This week we’re breaking down the anatomy of a taco! What makes a good taco? We go over the various components of a taco and discuss ways to put your own spin on this beloved classic.
We kick it off with highlights! Frankie shares his first cook on a new gas grill and sunny Portland days. Jay talks tandoori chicken and yogurt marinades.
BBQ question of the week is, “Can you get a good dark bark when using a pellet cooker?”
Check out this week’s Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!
After the break we dive into the beloved taco. What goes into making a good taco? What’s better, corn or flour tortillas? Can you smoke a tortilla? What cookers are best to cook various taco fillings? What do you top a taco with? We discuss this and more!
If you want a deeper dive into the origin or tortillas and Mexican cuisine, check out our BBQ World Tour - What is Mexican BBQ episode!
Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don’t forget to share to support the show!

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April Bonus Highlights! Apr 27, 2023

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Due to some unforeseen circumstances we aren't able to do a full show, but we still have some fun highlights we wanted to share this week. We're talking duroc pork, sausage tastings, cowboy steaks and more! We'll be back next week with a full show!
Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And of course, don’t forget to share to support the show!

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Best BBQ Recipes For Beginners Apr 20, 2023

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Dawn’s back this week and we’re talking the best bbq recipes for beginners! We break down the best meals, proteins, vegetables and techniques for bbq beginners.
Highlights kickoff with Dawn’s new Z-Grills Pellet Grill! Frankie shares his recent bbq blow out and his first tomahawk steak. Jay’s forced into some spring grill cleaning.
BBQ question of the week is, “Do beef ribs have a membrane to remove like pork ribs?” Yes…and no? Tune in to hear Jay’s take and let us know what you think!
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After the break we dive deep into bbq recipes for beginners. These recipes reinforce techniques like hot & fast cooking, reverse searing, smoking, prepping and everything in between. What proteins are best to experiment with? What tools are good to use for different preparations? We discuss this and more! What is your favorite bbq recipes for beginners? Let us know at Support@TheGrillCoach.com!
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How To Smoke With Wood Chunks & Chips Apr 13, 2023

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This week Frankie and Jay dive into smoking with wood chunks or chips! We’re talking why, how, and when to best use wood chunks or chips when barbecuing or grilling.
First, we kick it off with highlights. Jay shares a Korean short rib cook, and the importance of cooking with all you senses. Frankie shares spatchcock chicken two ways and a bbq take over!
BBQ question of the week is, “How do you keep small pieces of lump falling through the grates of your grill?” Great question! What techniques do you use to solve this problem?
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After the break we dive deep into how to smoke with wood chunks or chips. We talk why to use chunks or chips to begin with. When to use chunks vs. chips. How exactly do you use wood chunks or chips? What types of wood go best with different proteins? We talk this and so much more, tune into the episode below!
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How To Light Your BBQ Apr 06, 2023

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We’re back in action! This week Jay and Frankie are going back to basics and discussing how to light your charcoal. We talk types of fuel, tools, tips, and more! Tune into the episode below.
As usual we’re kicking it off with highlights. Frankie starts with some life updates, getting his bbq back in action, and taco night! Jay shares a new find in Orlando, Pig Floyd’s Urban BBQ!
BBQ Question of the week is, “How to keep a steak warm while it's resting? If I take it out at medium and set it aside, it becomes well done by the time we eat.” What do you think? Let us know if the comments and tune in to hear our take!
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After the break we dive deep into how to light charcoal. We cover types of fuels, helpful tools to light your charcoal, and when to light it. What about when it’s ready to cook on? Or, how to maintain your fire for a longer cook? What about extinguishing your lit coals? We cover all that and more, you won’t want to miss this episode!
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[Repost] BBQ World Tour - Mexican BBQ Mar 30, 2023

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The BBQ World Tour Continues with the next stop in Mexico! What is Mexican BBQ? Tune in and find out! Highlights include Frankie’s smoked pork chile verde, Jay’s ribs on the gateway, and the most amazing steaks Wes has ever cooked! BBQ question of the day is, "How and what do you smoke on a gas grill?” Check out this week's #GrillCoachRecommendation at TheGrillCoach.com. In the second segment we dive deep into what exactly is Mexican BBQ? We talk salsas, corn, tortillas, carne asada, suadero, barbacoa, and cochinita pibil! What is the difference between tequila, mezcal, and pulque? Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And don’t forget to share!

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[Repost] Corned Beef & Pastrami Mar 16, 2023

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As you may have heard last episode, Frankie's making a move to Portland so we will be off for two weeks while we get settled in! We'll be back with some new content soon! In the meantime check out this episode on corned beef and pastrami!
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This week the we’re talking Corned Beef and Pastrami as we approach St. Patricks Day! In the first segment highlights include Wes’ update on his home made carne asada rub taco night, Jay’s feedback on Meathead’s visit, and Frankie’s picnic skewers cooked on the Traeger Ranger. Check out this week's #GrillCoachRecommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!I In the second segment we talk what is corned beef? What is pastrami? How do you make it? What are we eating with it?! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And don’t forget to share!

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Getting Ready for Spring BBQ! Mar 09, 2023

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This week Dawn is back and we’re discussing getting ready for spring bbq. We’re talking repairs, restocking supplies, maintenance and much more. Tune into the episode below!
We kick it off with highlights. Dawn updates us on her bbq-charcuterie board that was a hit, even with the dogs! Frankie’s shares a recent family bbq. Jay talks birthday brisket in honor of Lety.
BBQ Question of the week is, “How can you leverage other tools and seasonings with the Traeger to get a better textural and flavor experience from things like chicken? I made some thighs that were smoky, but that’s really all they had going for them.” What do you think? Let us know if the comments and tune in to hear our take!
Check out our Grill Coach Recommendation at TheGrillCoach.com!
After the break we dive into tips for preparing yourself, your grills, and your space for bbq season! How are those gas lines looking? What’s on that repair list? Time for a new grill? Tune in as we discuss these tips and more!
Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. Catch Dawn on Instagram @dawnchiefs and on Facebook at A Woman and Her Grill! And of course, don’t forget to share to support the show!

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Fats Effect On Flavor Feb 23, 2023

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This week Jay and Frankie are back talking Fat from Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat by Samin Nosrat. (Don’t forget to check out our previous episode from this series on Salt!) We dive into the wonderful world of fat and it’s effect on flavor and our cooking!
We kick it off with highlights. Frankie gives an update on his super bowl experiment Tyrokafteri - a charred chili and feta dip from Steven Raichlen’s How To Grill Vegetables. Jay discovers a nearby international supermarket and scores some bone in pork belly and Asian style spare ribs!
BBQ Question of the week is, “How long can you hold meat using the keep warm function?” Apparently a decisive question, tune in and hear Jay’s take. Have you used this feature on your pellet cooker? What do you think?
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After the break we dive into Fat! What is fat? Where does fat come from? What role does fat play in our cooking? How does fat effect flavor? We discuss this and so much more!
Have a grill coach question you would like us to answer on the show? Let us know! Email us at Support@TheGrillCoach.com or drop a question in the comments below! Follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Youtube @TheGrillCoach. And don’t forget to share!

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