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VST Explained: What it is and how it works

Gone are the days of sacrificing smoky flavor in favor of temperature control. Pit Boss gives you the best of both worlds with an innovative approach to wood pellet grilling. Read more about VST here....

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Pit Boss Pro Tips

 We've compiled the ultimate list of Pro Tips to make your backyard barbecues that much better - whether you're throwing down on the pellet grill, griddle, or vertical smoker....

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How To Clean Your Wood Pellet Grill

Follow these useful tips to ensure your grill stays clean and cared for, and explore the best cleaning accessories the industry has to offer....

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The Best Smoked Beef Ribs

If you’re looking to get huge flavor in huge ribs, you’ve come to the right place. Follow along with our guide to making the best smoked beef ribs for delicious smoky flavor packed into every bite...

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Easy Smoked Brisket

Smoking a big cut of meat like brisket can be intimidating. So, fire up the Pit Boss, and follow along with our guide to achieve world-class brisket right in your own backyard....

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Your Guide To Perfect Pulled Pork

Smoked pulled pork is one of those classic barbecue staples with several regional variations. Try out our tips for the perfect pulled pork that is so juicy and tender you can easily shred it...

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How to spatchcock a chicken

Spatchcock Chicken is great for smoking because it delivers perfectly cooked chicken with a faster cook time! Read our tips and tricks here...

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Mother's Day Gift Guide

Mom deserves the best, so give her the gift of Pit Boss. Read here for our top picks this year for the BBQ Mom....

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Good, Better, Best: Which pellet grill is right for you?

The Lowe's Exclusive Pro Series lineup offers advanced wood pellet grill technology, and is designed for any griller. Read more to find out which pellet grill is best for you....

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The Provider

Pit Boss brand ambassador. Backyard Griller. Farmer. Full-time working professional. Mother of two....

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The Competitor

Meet Pit Boss trailblazer and BBQ Hall of Famer: Lee Ann Whippen, “The Competitor.” ...

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The Innovator

Innovation is the driving force behind everything we do at Pit Boss. Allow us to introduce you to a true Pit Boss trailblazer: Perini Valla Malla...

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Blazing A Trail

Everything Erica knows about barbecue she learned through trial and error. Read about competition barbecuer, Erica Blaire, here....

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Big Game Prep

No matter which team you’re supporting, it’s time to prep for the Big Game. ...

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2022 Year In Review

Join all of us at Pit Boss in taking a look back at some memorable moments and the items that topped your list this year...

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How to use the Pit Boss Turkey Bucket Kit

Let us help you tackle the centerpiece of your holiday feast with a simple process for a flavorful, juicy turkey....

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Marty Smith's Tailgating Guide

Heading out on your first (or 50th) tailgating adventure? Check out this guide by Marty Smith so you can tailgate like a true Pit Boss....

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Red, White, and “Blue Smoke”

What is blue smoke and why you want it  When it comes to barbecue, not much can beat a cut of meat smoked to perfection on your Pit Boss wood pellet grill.   We like to think of smoke as ano...

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How to use your Pit Boss like an oven

Whether you’re craving baked goods or looking to throw together a quick weeknight meal, you don’t have to turn on the oven to make it happen....

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Pit Boss Father's Day Gift Guide

Show Dad just how much you appreciate him this Father’s Day when you give the gift of Pit Boss. Whether the dad in your life is a seasoned pitmaster or prefers not to be the one behind the grill, we...

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How to make Italian Easter Bread

If you’re looking for something new to try as a family for Easter, consider making traditional Italian Easter Bread....

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How to get the perfect Easter ham

It’s that time of year again. Spring is in the air, and the Easter holiday is on the horizon....

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How to Stick to Your New Year’s Resolutions

When the end of the year rolls around, many people start thinking about the things they’d like to do differently in the upcoming year. However, the trouble with setting New Year’s resolutions is s...

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Twice Smoked Ham 101 - How to Pick and Cook the Perfect Ham

Hey Pit Boss Nation, we know you’ve been wanting a sweet, juicy ham recipe for Easter dinner. Well, our pit masters have delivered on this one! Twice smoked ham, also known as “double smoked” ha...

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10 Tasty BBQ Sauce Recipes for Pork Ribs

Learning how to make your own homemade BBQ sauce is so easy, you’ll wonder why you didn’t do it yourself all these years. Even if you’re a beginner at smoking ribs , making a sauce at home is ...

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PID Controller Basics - how it works on a pellet grill

PID temperature controllers are all the rage in the pellet grilling community and for good reason. Read on for PID Controller Basics...

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Pellet grills 101 - How do pellet grills work?

If you are new to pellet grilling or smoking and are thinking to yourself, exactly how do pellet grills work, then you’ve come to the right place....

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The do's and don'ts of wood pellet storage

Use the following wood pellet storage tips in order to have the most enjoyable experience on your Pit Boss Pellet Grill. You will learn easy tips on how to make your pellets stay fresh and last as lon...

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Choosing the right-sized Pit Boss

So many Pit Boss Wood Pellet Grills, so many choices. You may find yourself wondering: What size pellet grill do I need? Choosing the right size will help you narrow down your list and let you focus o...

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Wood pellets for smoking and grilling

You may have heard a thing or two about pellet grills lately. Maybe your neighbor fired one up while you were over for a football game one Sunday. Or, a celebrity you follow on Instagram was espousing...

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Starting up your wood pellet grill

Starting up your wood pellet grill may seem like its as simple as plugging it in and turning your temperature dial to your desired temperature. However, there are some key steps that will avoid issues...

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3-2-1 Rib Method

If you want pull off the bone, tender, and juicy ribs, then you have got to try the 3 2 1 rib method. It’s so easy, you don’t have to be a seasoned pit master to do this technique. We’ll show y...

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How to season your Pit Boss Grill or Smoker

So you’ve bought a Pit Boss and performed the initial burn off like your manual said (good job!) and now you’re ready to start cooking, right? Not so fast! You now want to season your grill to pre...

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How to make hot sauce on a Pit Boss

Learn how to make hot sauce on your pellet grill including many different variations such as jalapeno, habanero, chipotle, and even the terrifying ghost pepper....

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How to use the Lockhart's Upper Smoke Cabinet

One of the new grills, The Lockhart, features an industry first: a Bluetooth enabled Pellet Grill with an Upper Smoking Cabinet and PID Controller. Many are left wondering just how to use the Lockhart...

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How to make Smoked Salt

Given the popularity of smoked meats, it’s surprising to see how little people smoke salts. Smoked salts can add another layer of smoky flavor to a number of different foods cooked on a wood pellet ...

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How to Smoke a Turkey

Let’s make the star of your Thanksgiving dinner this year be a wood fire smoked turkey....

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