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Diva-Q on the Today Show!!

By • June 29th, 2010

Fellow panelists on “In the Hut”, Diva-Q was on the Today Show this morning grilling Chicken Lollipops. Check the video after the jump

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John Markus, Executive Producer, of TLC’s “The BBQ Pitmasters” joins the hut. We discuss his show and its influence on the BBQ world. We also discuss and share ideas on what we have on tap for the superbowl. There is a recipe or 2 in here as well!!! [Audio clip: view full post to listen]

In the Hut: Episode #8

Diva-Q from www.divaqbbq.blogspot.com joins the panel of “In the Hut” along with Curt Mcadams of www.livefireonline.com. The panelists discuss what’s for Christmas Dinner and share recipes. We also discuss What we plan to try/implement in the new year on our sites. We also share what’s on tap for the competition season in the new year. [...]

QUICK TIP: Meat not making it to your target temperature?

Have you been smoking a piece of meat and everytime you go out to check the temp, it’s never quite there? Are you generally 15 to 20 degrees off? Well today we’re going to introduce you to a method commonly referred to as the “texas crutch”. Click Read full story for the rest.

Brine

Brining not only keeps meat from drying out but is also a great way to add extra flavor. We have been able to get great results brining Turkey 12-48 hours Chicken 4-24 hours Fish 1-4 hours Pork and beef 12-24 hours. Basic Brine 1 gallon water 1 cup kosher salt 1 cup sugar Make sure [...]