The Flat Top King, Recipe Developer

Neal Williams, a.k.a. The Flat Top King, fires up griddle recipes and cooking tips for the outdoor flat top griller!
Armadillo Eggs: Bacon, Sausage, And Cheese In One Perfect Bite

These cheese and jalapeno stuffed, bacon-wrapped sausage appetizers are perfect for tailgating, backyard cookouts, and more.
BBQ Spaghetti: A True Memphis Original

Barbecue spaghetti is a signature Memphis dish that you’re not likely to find anywhere else. Our recipe is simple to make and a great way to incorporate extra pulled pork into a delightful side dish or even a full meal.
This Mustard Wasabi Rub Will Open Your Nostrils

A fantastic balance of spicy, sweet, salty and savory flavors Hate to burst your Japanese bubble, but most of the “wasabi” served in Japanese restaurants in North America is grated horseradish dyed green and mixed with mustard powder and cornstarch. Womp-womp. It still tastes good! It’s just that real green wasabi is hard to cultivate […]
Happy Hour Whiskey Tasting!

In the July 2021 installment of our members-only Zoom happy hour educational series, we offered participants the chance to taste along as we discussed the flavor nuances of several small batch bourbons. On Thursday, July 1, 2021 at 8:30 pm ET (7:30 pm CT), we teamed up with Jeremy Elliot, Head Distiller and co-owner of […]
Smoked Mac and Cheese May Be The Best Version Ever

Macaroni and cheese rises to new heights after hitting the grill in this smoked mac and cheese recipe. Baked over live fire with the perfect touch of smoke, the end result is a rich and smoky mac-and-cheese that you’ll dream of for days to come. Served as a main course or side dish, smoked mac and cheese is a surefire hit.
Couchgating And The Food Stadium: The Ultimate Super Bowl Spread

Wow guests at your Super Bowl party by welcoming them with a food stadium (a.k.a. the Snackadium) packed with AmazingRibs.com’s favorite BBQ and grilling recipes. Football snack stadiums are also the perfect centerpiece for couchgating or tailgating parties throughout the football season!
The Rib Cap, The Best Cut On The Steer

Along the outside edge of the beef ribeye lies the rib cap or deckle, which is more marbled and flavorful than the ribeye itself.
Barbecue, Grilling, And Judging Classes

Barbecue and judging classes are a great way to learn from the masters. There are many across the nation.
Barbecue Competitions Are For The Real Iron Chefs

About barbecue competitions, barbecue sanctioning bodies, and links to barbecue associations and contests.
Warm Your Buns: The Art Of Preparing Hot Dog Buns

Whether it’s from Coney Island, Chicago, Detroit, or elsewhere, the very best hot dog recipe is nothing without a perfectly prepared hot dog bun. Our how-to shows you how to step up your hot dog buns, whether it is steaming, grilling, toasting, or microwaving them.
Dry Brining, Easier And Less Wasteful Than Wet Brining

Dry brining is a quick and easy way to flavor and moisturize meat before cooking.
When You’re Cooking More Than One Hunk of Meat

What influences cooking time? So many variables, such as the total volume of meat in your cooker. Are you using rib racks to squeeze more meat into a small area? Beware. The meat is almost touching, and that could add up to an hour of cooking time. Here are more tips on cooking more than one hunk of meat at once.
The Split Cook: Cook Today, Serve Tomorrow, The Wozniak Way

If you must cook your meat in advance and serve it the next day, here are some useful tips, courtesy of award-winning pitmaster Mike Wozniak. His tips and tricks work wonders for make-ahead smoked beef brisket and pork shoulder and can even be used for barbecued ribs if you’re in a pinch.
Homemade Chili Powder Recipe

Here’s a simple recipe for chili powder that stands head and shoulders above anything you can buy in a jar. Make your own signature spice blend featuring your own selection of various ground chile peppers, herbs and spices! Add a pleasant kick and additional depth of flavor to countless dishes.