Home smoking has grown in popularity in recent years, with more and more people entering the world of smoking meats and vegetables from the comfort of home. There are two main types of smokers to ...

Vertical smokers give you more cooking space with less external space—this one clocking in with 884 square inches. That plus the ease of using propane make this a real winner. A great middle ground ...

For years, I smoked briskets and ribs and pork butts in my back yard using an offset wood smoker I got for free off of Craigslist. And I’m proud to say I made some killer barbecue with it, before it ...

Editor’s Note — February 2026: We reviewed our recommendations and updated some based on current pricing and product availability. We also added the recently reviewed Pit Boss Navigator 1600M Pellet ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. When warm weather comes, we all know what it's time for -- cookouts. If you're in the mood for ribs, you could fire up the grill, or you could ...

THE TERM “PIT” ORIGINATED back in the days when that’s just what it was—a pit in the ground, with wood coals inside and a grill made of wood or metal. Most people cooking with direct heat nowadays use ...

Outdoor cooking can be enjoyed year-round with the right equipment and passion. Trimming fat, applying seasoning evenly, and wrapping the meat properly are essential steps in the smoking process.

Editor’s note: This is the first column in a series in which Reid provides advice on becoming a proficient backyard pitmaster. The column will focus on products, ingredients and services specific to ...