Welcome back and happy new year to you! This is my first blog post of 2021 and it covers a topic I get asked about all the time and that is how to cook a filet mignon perfectly on the Big Green Egg. While there are many ways to cook wagyu filet mignon, this recipe […]
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Category: Beef
Kick Ash Basket Reverse Seared Picanha
Beef, Grilling Basics
The number one question I get asked when someone buys a new Big Green Egg is, “What accessories should I buy”? Without hesitation I tell them to get a Kick Ash Basket first. The thing new Big Green Egg owners struggle with the most is temperature control. Owning a Kick Ash Basket helps every Big […]
Grilled Korean Marinated Flank Steak
Beef
Finding ways to get creative with Korean flavors can be challenging these days as this food trend is very popular. I took some of my favorite flavor elements from Korean cuisine and paired them with a delicious American Wagyu Flank Steak from Snake River Farms. This recipe is easy, delicious and you can use slices […]
Big Green Egg Reverse Seared Picanha
Beef
Have you tried cooking your own picanha before? Well, I was lucky enough to get my hands on this beautiful American Wagyu picanha roast from Snake River Farms. This cut has been made famous in Brazilian steakhouses (Churrascaria’s) around the world. This cut is also known as culotte, top sirloin cap, or rump cap and […]
Beef Short Ribs Smoked on a Big Green Egg
Beef
Welcome back and thanks for checking out my latest recipe. Working with the fine folks at Snake River Farms has its perks, especially when I get to cook an amazing cut of beef like this rack of American Wagyu Black Grade Beef Short Ribs. Meatier and much bigger than pork ribs, beef ribs are delicious […]
Big Green Egg Caveman Tomahawk Ribeye
Beef
Welcome back and thanks for stopping by to read my latest post as it has been awhile. Let’s start out with some important questions. First, have you tried Snake River Farms American Wagyu Beef? Second, have you cooked a huge 2.5 pound Tomahawk Ribeye? Finally, have you ever used the “Caveman” method to reverse sear […]
Kentucky Hot Brown Burger with Martin’s Potato Rolls
Beef
Since moving to Louisville, KY a couple of years ago, there is one thing everyone wants to try when they visit me here and that is a Kentucky Hot Brown Sandwich. This delicious sandwich was invented back in the early 1900’s to serve late night guests at the Brown Hotel here in Louisville. The Hot […]
Homemade Top Round Roast Beef
Beef
My friend’s at Mason’s Market sent me a beautifully marbled American Wagyu Top Round to try. Top round comes from the Round Primal Cut and is home to inexpensive cuts of meat used for roasts, London Broil, or ground beef. As it is Springtime, and the weather is beautiful, I wanted to do something with […]
How to Grill Beef Chuck Steaks
Beef, Sauces + Sides
Sure you are used to the most popular primal cuts of beef such as rib, loin and their associated sub-primal cuts like ribeye and filet mignon. But, have you taken a deeper look at the chuck (shoulder) primal cut? If not, you should as some incredibly flavorful cuts of beef come from this section and […]
TBJ Gourmet Bacon Jam Product Review
Beef, Chicken, Food Exploration, Sauces + Sides
As you know by now, products get sent to The BBQ Buddha all the time. My promise to you is this…if I like it you will hear about it, if not you won’t. This is an occasion where I am more than happy to share the experience with all of you. The fine folks at […]