Beef & lamb

Brisket & roasts

Brisket, chuck roast, prime rib, and tri-tip on the smoker.

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How to smoke a brisket overnight safely, from trimming and timing to wrapping, pulling temp, and resting, so it's ready when you wake up.

7 min read

Is smoked chuck roast actually good, and how does it compare to brisket? Here's why it works, who it's best for, and common mistakes to avoid.

4 min read

How to slow-cook prime rib on any grill, gas, charcoal, or pellet, with timing by weight, a doneness chart, and the two-stage sear method.

5 min read

How to turn smoked brisket, fresh or leftover, into great tacos, with seasoning options, reheating tips, and topping ideas.

4 min read

Want chuck roast sliced pink like roast beef instead of shredded? Here's the medium-rare method, target temps, and timing by weight.

5 min read

How to smoke a prime rib roast to a perfect medium-rare and pair it with a simple homemade horseradish cream sauce.

4 min read

How to smoke a roast on a Traeger, including the low-and-slow chuck roast method, wrapping, timing, and an alternative braised approach.

5 min read

How to smoke and reverse-sear a tri-tip roast on a Traeger, including timing, temperature, and the slicing step most people get wrong.

4 min read

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