Skip to content
Pitmaster PlaybookPitmaster Playbook
  • News
  • Grilling
  • Smoking
  • Meats
  • Recipes
  • Contact Us
-
06Jun2025
Pitmaster PlaybookPitmaster Playbook
sous vide wand in a pot with water exploding out
Grilling

Sous Vide Mistakes: 7 Pitfalls and Solutions for the Home Chef

Sous vide cooking, a method once shrouded in the mystique of professional kitchens, has now found its way into the hearts and homes of culinary enthusiasts worldwide. This technique, known
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
image of a steak with seasoning/rub on it
Grilling

Homemade Steak Rub: Elevate Your Steak Game with These Flavorful Mixes

Who says you need a magic wand to transform your steak from good to great? All it takes is the right homemade steak rub, and voilà, you're not just cooking;
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
image of two steaks grilling
Grilling

How to Grill Steak for Beginners: Mastering the Basics

There's nothing quite like the sizzle of a steak hitting a hot grill. It's music to the ears of food enthusiasts everywhere. Grilling steak is an art and a science,
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
slice of steak with medium-rare doneness
Grilling

Steak Doneness Guide: Finding Your Perfect Match

When it comes to cooking steak, navigating the landscape of steak doneness can feel like steering through a culinary maze. But fear not! Whether you fancy your steak still mooing
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
seared steaks on a cutting board
Grilling

How to Get the Perfect Sear: Expert Tips for Flawless Meat Every Time

There's an art to cooking that goes beyond just following a recipe. It's about the dance of heat and timing, especially when it comes to achieving that perfect sear on
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
sous vide wand in a container of water
Grilling

How to Sous Vide: A Foolproof Path to Culinary Perfection

Sous vide, French for "under vacuum," might sound like something out of a sci-fi novel, but it's actually a foolproof way to achieve culinary perfection. Picture this: a cooking technique
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
bowls of spices
Recipes

Homemade Brisket Rub Recipes: 5 Brisket Rubs to Try Now

Who knew the secret to unlocking brisket nirvana was all in the rub? Discovering the perfect homemade brisket rub recipes is like finding the right spell in a wizard's cookbook—except,
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
open smoker
Smoking

Science of BBQ: Unraveling the Delicious Secrets Behind Smoking Meats

There's something almost mystical about the process of smoking meat. It's not just cooking; it's an ancient ritual that transforms the ordinary into the extraordinary. But behind the billowing smoke
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
bottles of hot sauce seasoning
Grilling

Sous Vide with Hot Sauce?? This Sous Vide Hack Will Blow Your Mind!

Guga, the charismatic host of Sous Vide Everything, ignites the culinary scene by pairing steak and hot sauce, especially through the sous vide with hot sauce method. This innovative technique
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
map of the united states
News

BBQ Styles in America: A Flavor-Filled Tour from Coast to Coast

BBQ styles in America are not just a method of cooking; they represent a culture, a lifestyle, and in some cases, almost a religion. From the hardwood pits of Texas
Pitmaster Pete
1 year ago
Keep Reading
123

Recent Posts

  • Brisket Resting: Your Guide to Perfectly Tender Meat
  • How Does Sous Vide Work: The Science Behind the Technique
  • Blade Tenderization: How Does It Impact the Meat?
  • Attention Grill Seekers and BBQ Buffs!
  • Gas vs. Charcoal: Sizzling Showdown

© 2025 Pitmaster Playbook. All rights reserved. Read our Privacy Policy.

Pitmaster PlaybookPitmaster Playbook
  • News
  • Grilling
  • Smoking
  • Meats
  • Recipes
  • Contact Us