Using Pellet Grills and Smokers Under Covered Porch, Patio, or Deck

How do I choose a pellet grill over an electric grill, and vice versa? Should I go with gas grills, propane grills, charcoal grills, ceramic grills, or something else entirely? Pellet cookers are gaining popularity because they provide smokeless cooking that produces flavorful food without dangerous emissions. They are also easier to clean than other …

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Does Meat Cook Faster Covered or Uncovered in the Oven?

Which would you rather eat? A steak cooked under a broiler or a steak cooked over a flame? If you answered “over a flame”, then you might want to reconsider your answer because cooking food covered (lid) or uncovered (no lid) has an effect on its tenderness. When cooking chicken breasts, I always recommend covering …

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Why Does Dough Need To Be Covered?

Do you ever wonder why dough needs to be covered before baking? Dough is a mixture of flour, water, salt, sugar, yeast, and other ingredients. When making bread, pizza crust, cookies, etc., you need to cover the dough to keep it warm until it rises. This prevents the dough from drying out and makes it …

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