Review of the Erickhill Rook 600SP Infrared Thermometer
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Smoking & Barbecue Recipes
Erik
- Jan 21
- 1 min
Instant Pot Smoked Carnitas
Today I experiment by combining two different cooking methods in the search for the tastiest Carnitas that I can make. Smoking it first...
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Erik
- Jan 7
- 1 min
Cooking with Kyle, Beer Can Chicken
In my quest to teach my son Kyle the basics of smoking and barbecuing I decided to teach him how to smoke a Beer Can Chicken. This recipe...
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Erik
- Dec 31, 2022
- 1 min
Smoked Sous Vide Prime Rib & Sous Vide Shrimp Cocktail for Christmas
My family and I had a wonderful Christmas this year, despite some seriously cold weather and lots of snow. Since it was a special...
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Erik
- Dec 24, 2022
- 2 min
Cooking with Kyle, Smoked Chuck Roast
Nothing makes me happier than teaching my son Kyle how to Barbecue and Smoke. Since he has only cooked with me a few times I decided to...
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Erik
- Dec 17, 2022
- 1 min
Smoked Ribs on the Char Griller Auto Kamado
I decided to smoke some Ribs for my first cook on my brand new Char-Griller Auto Kamado. Usually I smoke Ribs on my Pit Barrel Cooker, so...
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Erik
- Dec 10, 2022
- 1 min
Sous Vide Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloins
Sometimes you don't need to get fancy or overthink something simple and delicious, and these Bacon wrapped Pork Tenderloins are the...
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Erik
- Nov 19, 2022
- 1 min
How to Smoke a Turkey
Are you going to attempt smoking your first Turkey this Holiday Season? If so don't worry, it isn't very difficult if you follow the...
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Erik
- Nov 5, 2022
- 1 min
Cooking with Kyle, Smoked Bacon Wrapped Brats
My son Kyle asked me a while back if I could teach him to smoke and Barbecue. I am starting with very simple and easy recipes, and will...
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Erik
- Oct 29, 2022
- 2 min
Grilled Carne Asada with Salsa Verde
One of the few things I miss about moving from southern California is the excellent Mexican food that was available at so many places. Of...
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Erik
- Oct 22, 2022
- 1 min
Culver's CurderBurger Review
Ever since my family and I moved to Wisconsin just over a year ago I discovered two things. The first was the restaurant called...
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Erik
- Oct 15, 2022
- 1 min
Cooking with Kyle, Smoked Pulled Pork
Recently my son Kyle asked me if I could teach him the basics of how to Barbecue and Smoke. It was the first time he ever had shown an...
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Erik
- Oct 8, 2022
- 1 min
Chicago Style Hot Dogs
Having grown up in the suburbs of Chicago I am very familiar with the Classic Chicago Dog. In Chicago they have more Hot Dog Stands than...
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Erik
- Oct 6, 2022
- 2 min
Smoked Garlic Dijon Salmon
One of my family's favorite dishes that I make is smoked Salmon. It is absolutely delicious and so easy to make. Let me show you how to...
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Erik
- Oct 1, 2022
- 1 min
Initial Thoughts & Seasoning of the Char Griller Akorn Auto Kamado
I always prefer smoking with real wood and charcoal, as it adds a very distinctive flavor profile that I believe you cannot achieve with...
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Erik
- Sep 24, 2022
- 1 min
Cheesesteaks on the Blackstone Griddle
I have always loved a good Cheesesteak. There is something so satisfying about biting into a Cheesy Steak sandwich. If you have a...
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Erik
- Sep 17, 2022
- 1 min
Beer Can Chicken on a Kettle Grill
Ever since I got my Vortex for my Kettle Grill I knew I had to use it to cook a Beer Can Chicken. Cooking a whole Chicken this way...
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Erik
- Sep 10, 2022
- 1 min
Santa Maria Sous Vide Tri Tip
One of Monica's favorite Beef cuts that I cook is Tri Tip. When we use to live in California it was readily available just about...
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Erik
- Sep 3, 2022
- 1 min
Initial Thoughts on the Monument Grills 26 Inch Pellet Smoker 86030
Lets take a look at the brand new Pellet Grill and Smoker from Monument Grills. I have been looking to add a Pellet Grill to my...
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Erik
- Aug 27, 2022
- 2 min
Smoked Sous Vide Ribs
One of my favorite things that I love to smoke is Ribs. Sometimes cooking them from start to finish in a smoker can be frustrating,...
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Erik
- Aug 20, 2022
- 1 min
Roasted Garlic Steak Butter
If you are looking for a simple way to compliment those Steaks that you just cooked on the grill, then this is the recipe you are looking...
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Erik
- Aug 13, 2022
- 1 min
Review of Superdawg Drive In
I grew up in the suburbs of Chicago, and I always appreciated a good Chicago Style Hot Dog. When I went back for a visit I took my family...
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Erik
- Aug 6, 2022
- 1 min
Surf & Turf Dinner
I love the term "Surf & Turf" when used to describe a meal. Surf obviously means some sort of Seafood, and Turf refers to meat, usually...
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Erik
- Jul 30, 2022
- 1 min
Whole Chicken on the Pit Barrel Cooker
Today I decided to cook a whole Chicken in my Pit Barrel Cooker by using the Poultry Hanging Hook. I wanted to make a Chicken because...
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Erik
- Jul 23, 2022
- 1 min
Chili Lime Chicken Wings
Are you looking for an easy way to make some Chicken Wings packed full of flavor? Check out this very simple recipe using just a few...
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Erik
- Jul 9, 2022
- 1 min
Family Trip to Chicago
I finally got the opportunity to take my family to Chicago, and show them where I grew up. We also had the pleasure to spend some quality...
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Erik
- Jul 2, 2022
- 1 min
Review of Five Guys
Since moving to Wisconsin from southern California Kyle and I have been missing In-N-Out Burger. Sure we have Culver's, but it just...
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Erik
- Jun 25, 2022
- 1 min
Sous Vide Bacon Wrapped Rosemary Chicken
Here is an Awesome recipe that only has 5 ingredients, yet the flavor is off the charts! Turn a normally bland chicken breast into...
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Erik
- Jun 11, 2022
- 1 min
Smoked Shotgun Shells
These Smoked Shotgun Shells are named that because of their uncanny resemblance to the real thing, but boy are they extremely tasty! Make...
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Erik
- Jun 4, 2022
- 2 min
Smoked Guinness & Irish Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
Are you looking for a way to add some flavor to your Macaroni & Cheese? Try giving it an Irish flair by adding some Guinness beer and...
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Erik
- May 28, 2022
- 2 min
Corned Beef Tacos
If you enjoy Corned Beef and are looking for a fun and creative way to serve it, do I ever have a recipe for you! Make some Delicious...
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Erik
- May 21, 2022
- 1 min
What is the Best Tasting American Light Beer?
As many of you know who are familiar with my videos is that I enjoy drinking a few beers while cooking. Usually I am enjoying a specialty...
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Erik
- May 14, 2022
- 2 min
Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin
One of my favorite things to smoke is a Pork Loin. To make it taste even better simply wrap it up in a Bacon Weave, and I guarantee your...
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Erik
- May 7, 2022
- 1 min
Review of Monk's Bar & Grill
I took a break from cooking this week and decided to take the family out to eat at a restaurant called Monk's Bar & Grill. The first...
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Erik
- Apr 16, 2022
- 1 min
Smoked Pastrami from Corned Beef
What is the difference between Corned Beef and Pastrami? Corned Beef is boiled, whereas Pastrami is smoked and steamed and seasoned with...
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Erik
- Feb 26, 2022
- 1 min
Smoking Ribs on a Warm Winter Day
After 3 months of freezing weather here in Wisconsin I finally heard some news that made me happy. According to the weather forecast my...
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Erik
- Feb 5, 2022
- 2 min
Danish Aebleskiver "A Tribute to Farmor"
This was the most emotional cooking video I have ever made. It was made as a tribute to my Mother, aka "Farmor" (which means Father's...
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Erik
- Jan 22, 2022
- 1 min
First Time at the Texas Roadhouse
Today my family and I try a brand new restaurant that we have never tried before called Texas Roadhouse. It is an American steakhouse that...
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Erik
- Jan 8, 2022
- 1 min
Review of the Meatstick Wireless Thermometer
In this video I check out the Meatstick Wireless Thermometer with two different cooks. First I download the application on my phone,...
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Erik
- Dec 18, 2021
- 1 min
Smoked Spatchcock Chicken on your Kettle Grill
Here is a great way to smoke and cook a Chicken on your Kettle Grill. Spatchcock the Chicken by cutting out the backbone. This will...
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Erik
- Nov 20, 2021
- 1 min
English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches
One of my favorite things to cook on my Blackstone Griddle is Breakfast Sandwiches. Mainly because they taste so good, and as a bonus...
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Erik
- Nov 6, 2021
- 1 min
Movie Night in Chippewa Falls Wisconsin
My family and I were looking for something fun to do on a Saturday night, and luckily we heard about Movie Night at Riverfront Park....
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Erik
- Oct 30, 2021
- 1 min
How to Repair and Re-Season your Blackstone Griddle
One of my favorite cooking devices is my Blackstone Griddle. It is so easy and fun to cook some delicious tasting food on a Griddle, and...
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Erik
- Oct 23, 2021
- 1 min
Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest
Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest has been providing a family-friendly German heritage event in the Chippewa Valley for 17 years. I knew I had...
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Erik
- Oct 16, 2021
- 1 min
Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steaks with Cowboy Butter
Nothing beats a nice Porterhouse Steak, especially when you make some homemade Cowboy Butter to dip that Steak into. It seems Steak and...
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Erik
- Oct 9, 2021
- 1 min
Lifedoo Urod Fire Pro Review
Are you looking for a portable grill that you easily transport with you? How about a compact camping stove? Or an easy to transport fire...
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Erik
- Oct 2, 2021
- 1 min
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Monica and I wanted to do something different for Ava Grace to celebrate her 10th birthday. Lucky for all of us was that the Cirque...
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Erik
- Sep 25, 2021
- 1 min
Sous Vide Mango Salsa Pork Chops
Nothing beats a Pork Chop right off the grill, except when it is completely dried out and overcooked. That is why it is a good idea to...
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Erik
- Sep 18, 2021
- 1 min
Ribeye Steaks on the MMM-GRILL
I find it very enjoyable to cook over an open fire. Probably why I enjoy grilling and smoking so much. So I was super excited when...
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Erik
- Aug 28, 2021
- 1 min
Northern Wisconsin State Fair
Today I take a break from cooking to go sample some delicious food at the Northern Wisconsin State Fair with my family. When I heard they...
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