Featured image of post Crisp Smoked Turkey Skin Without Overcooking

Crisp Smoked Turkey Skin Without Overcooking

How to smoke a turkey with shatteringly crisp skin and juicy meat by running the pit hot, finishing hotter, and managing moisture and timing like a pro.

Featured image of post Central Texas Beef Sausage for the Smoker

Central Texas Beef Sausage for the Smoker

Coarse-ground, pepper-forward Central Texas beef sausage: mixed for a clean bind, stuffed in natural casings, and smoked over post oak to a juicy snap.

Featured image of post Wind, Cold, and Altitude: Cook Adjustments That Matter

Wind, Cold, and Altitude: Cook Adjustments That Matter

How wind, cold, and elevation change heat, airflow, and moisture in your pit, and how to adjust fuel, vents, and workflow to stay on schedule. Practical guidance for offsets, kettles, pellets, and ceramics.

Featured image of post Water Pans, Humidity, and the Stall

Water Pans, Humidity, and the Stall

How water pans and humidity really affect bark, the stall, and temperature control—and when to use them. Practical setups for common cookers plus a brisket reference cook at 265°F/129°C.