HowToBBQRight – Details, episodes & analysis

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're STUFFED after our inner office pie contest (00:14)! Up next is our Best Sandwich contest, and we dive into what the ultimate sandwich option might be (07:54). Malcom is still struggling in our Let's Get to Cookin' Community Pick'em League (12:21)... Last week, we headed down to the Royal Oak Invitational, and it was an absolute blast (16:53)! On the way home, we couldn't resist stopping by Buc-ee's for some breakfast (24:27). Now that the weather's finally cooling off, it's officially chili season (29:13). We talk about why the Primo Grill could be your next favorite backyard smoker (37:11), and how y'all have been winning contests with that White Chicken Chili recipe (37:53)! If you're making chili this year, don't skip our BBQ Chili Crackers to go with it (38:48). Chili is loved nationwide, so we explore all the different ways it's made across the country (40:35). Malcom also shares exactly how he builds his perfect bowl of chili (46:14). Brent from the community took Malcom's Touchdown Taters and kicked them up a notch (48:54). Next time we make Lasagna Soup, we're swapping in mozzarella pearls for that perfect cheesy bite (50:24)! We also answer some great BBQ questions — should you dry brine ribs overnight if you're short on time (53:13)? Is there a thermometer that alerts you when temps drop too low (54:52)? Plus, we discuss how to get the best smoke flavor on turkey legs and thighs (57:02). And to wrap it up, we've got a brand-new Asian-style hot sauce that we can't wait to try (59:08)!

This week on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, Malcom's getting his butt kicked in the Pick'em League (00:14), and the competition is heating up fast. We kick things off by giving a big shoutout to everyone who competed at The Jack this past weekend (03:23). We're also announcing our brand-new Let's Get To Cookin' Community Giveaway — tune in to find out how you can enter to win some awesome prizes (05:00). Malcom just got back from a North Dakota waterfowl hunt, and he's got some stories about the incredible steakhouses and wild game eats he found up there (08:26). Got a leftover baked potato? We share some of our favorite ways to turn it into something next-level (19:41). Then we dive into why the Primo Grill might be your next favorite backyard cooker (23:19). Tyler cooked up a Lasagna Soup that blew everyone away (24:02), and he shares a few stories — and surprises — from his trip to Dollywood(28:55). Malcom sets the record straight — yes, he's still making plenty of new BBQ videos (37:27). We also get into a big debate: why beef cheeks might just be better than brisket for smoking (39:16). Plus, Malcom weighs in on whether it's a good idea to rest a Boston Butt on the grill after shutdown instead of using a cooler (43:54). Todd posted his Bananas Foster Old Fashioned, and it looked absolutely incredible (46:30). We also answer some listener questions: Can you use AP seasoning as a dry brine (48:12), what should you do if strong winds are messing with your grill temps (51:39), and is it normal for a pork loin to have a pink hue after cooking? (53:46)

Today on the HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're welcoming Austin Dennis of ICookYouLook (00:14)! Here's how ICookYouLook got started out (02:40). What is Austin's BEST recipe that didn't go viral (10:33)? They always say you should love what you do for a living (13:40)... When it comes to dinnertime in the Dennis household, who's the head chef (16:40)? LSU fans take the SEC a little too seriously… but they're the nicest folks you've ever met (18:50)! What are the BEST tailgating foods, according to Austin Dennis (22:53)? Looking for a new grill to add to your arsenal? Primo Ceramic Grills has you covered (26:05)! Be on the lookout for Austin's brand new seasonings (26:52). Malcom thinks Austin's new BBQ sauce is a competition sauce - right out of the bottle (32:28)! I want to know what Austin's go-to date night spots are in NOLA (39:42). What is Austin's favorite BBQ restaurant (41:01)? Y'all know how we feel about Blue Plate around here, but Austin seems to be on the wrong side of the fence (43:52). Everyone talks about the food in Louisiana, but the BEST food down there is found in gas stations (46:46)! Finally, we're throwing out some quick RAPID FIRE questions for Austin before he's gotta head back home (48:16).

In this week's HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're back at the grindstone crankin' out new videos (00:32). Will the Memphis Grizzlies clutch up the Playoff Win (04:50)? We went to that canceled Morgan Wallen concert (08:00)... Springfest came and went this past weekend (16:40). Malcom LOVES getting new presents from The Butcher Shoppe (24:39). What makes a cut of meat considered "high end" (29:37)? I pick Malcom's brain about the "Wagyu" of other meats (40:22). We can't WAIT for Memphis in May 2023 (47:28)! Does Malcom have any videos from the past he wants to recreate (53:39)? Is Malcom a Sam's Club or Costco guy (56:20)? What are the BEST Steakhouses in Memphis (1:01:20)? These are the BEST leftover brisket recipes (1:03:27). Malcom gives the rundown on some of his AWARD-WINNING chef's choice dishes for your next competition (1:05:35 )!

In this week's HowToBBQRight Podcast, it has been absolutely perfect grilling weather outside (00:28). Rachelle got a new cooking gadget she has to try out (02:44). Killer Hogs is competing in Whole Hog at Memphis in May 2023 (05:11). I pick Malcom's brain about the benefits of grilling versus searing your steaks (11:29), and he gives his go-to compound butter recipe (20:45). Should you trim your whole spare rib or smoke them whole (27:32)? We answer the age old question of, "Should you wash your raw chicken?" (35:06) What are the BEST injectors for injecting your meat (45:36)? Should you brine your pork loin before you cook it (51:02)? How long can you leave a pork butt in the freezer (54:59)? Do Charcoal Briquettes have a shelf life (57:23)? Would Malcom choose a Big Green Egg or a Drum Smoker, if he could only have one (59:59)?

In this week's HowToBBQRight Podcast, Malcom had some KILLER eats down in Biloxi this past week (00:42). Our trip down to Fire Dancer BBQ HQ was awesome and delicious (12:55). Malcom's Smokehouse is in its final stages (16:44). We had a little less of a traditional Easter dinner (20:34), and Malcom's 'Low Country Boil' recipe was a huge hit (29:28)! Some people REALLY love Fall of the Bone ribs (40:54)! Does milk actually help in the event of eating spicy food (48:10)? Ham has to be the main meat of Easter (54:30). Use THESE recipes for potatoes served with steak (55:23). Malcom has to get his hands on a Gravity Fed Smoker (1:00:52), and these are the best food stops in Memphis for delicious barbecue (1:04:13).

In this week's HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're headin' out for our appearance in Benton, Arkansas this weekend! (1:08). Our Trip to New Orleans was a SUCCESS (02:07)! These tornadoes in the South have been devastating (13:42). New Orleans should be the food capital of the world, (16:37) because we had the BEST brunch EVER (29:21)! The drive home from NOLA was ROUGH (35:49). Malcom can't wait to smoke a Whole Hog for Memphis in May 2023 (47:47). Is MSG ACTUALLY bad for you (00)? This is how you smoke fall off the bone ribs (54:40)... What are some of Malcom's Favorite "Pitmaster Treats'' (57:20)? Finally, what is the shelf life of used Peanut Oil (1:00:15)?

In this week's HowToBBQRight Podcast, we're going to be at this retail shop in Arkansas, come see us (03:05)! Hogs for the Cause in New Orleans is going to be a weekend for the books (04:17). WCBCC '23 is starting to ramp up (11:09). I want to know what some of Malcom's favorite Easter Traditions were growing up (13:24), and why Malcom's new smoked ham recipe should be at your Easter dinner, this year (19:35). If ham really isn't your thing, this Easter brisket recipe should do the trick (39:32). Malcom, Tyler and I debate on the BEST Easter side (41:52). What is the BEST Easter candy (46:50)?  This is how you prevent your meatloaf from falling apart (54:51)... This is Malcom's Guide to getting into Competition BBQ (56:22).

In this week's HowToBBQRight Podcast, come see Malcom at these events (01:55)! Did Malcom win a $15 or less cooking showdown (06:17)? Malcom's Smokehouse is chugging along (17:05)! Are Deep Fried Ribs BETTER than Smoked Ribs (23:08)? Malcom spills the beans about his new favorite cocktail recipe (30:38)... Crawfish season is FINALLY here (36:09), and Malcom made some MOUTH-WATERING Crawfish Wings (50:58)! How long can a pork butt be left at room temperature before it's unsafe to eat (56:03)? What's Malcom got coming up (1:01:33)?

In this week's HowToBBQRight Podcast, we got to try a TOP SECRET new Blue Plate Mayo product (00:21)... We've been working pretty diligently behind the scenes recently (7:56). Malcom's bowling days must be behind him (10:47). Malcom fried up some MOUTH-WATERING catfish this weekend (13:16). I pick Malcom's brain all about his brand new Sausage Seasoned Rib recipe (15:38). We made it into Memphis in May (42:15)! What does flouring bacon do to it while it's cooking (44:11)? What's Malcom's go-to Asian BBQ Rub (50:24)? Someone in the community page hasn't seen the Chili's commercial (52:00)... Finally we close out with what we've got coming up this spring break (55:29)!