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Summary: Get this book!
Review: I love this cookbook! I just bought my first grill (Weber Silver Genesis Gas grill), and didn't really know the ins and outs of grilling. This book describes everything very clearly and easily and I instantly started grilling delicious meals! Everything I have tried so far has been fantastic.
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Summary: All about technique
Review: What the Barbecue Bible! was to inspiration, How to Grill is to technique. Written around 100+ grilling and barbecue techniques this book provides the Backyard Barbecue Chef with an arsenal capable of cooking just about any cut of meat to perfection. In his conversational style the author takes the reader through the process of selecting and preparing the meat, using rubs and marinades and best applying fire to food. After reading this book you will have the ability and knowledge to treat each cut of meat with a cooking technique that will best enhance the natural traits of the food.Be warned that this book is a little biased toward the charcoal grill, but most of the recipes can be done on a gas grill if that is your taste. In addition it is primarily a book about grilling. The author only touches on advanced cooking techniques such as barbecuing and smoking. He does however treat rotisserie grilling very thoroughly. The section on materials is short but does provide the basic information you will need to know before cooking outdoors. All told this book is an excellent guide to the fine art of grilling. It is an essential reference manual for both the beginner and advanced cook.
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Summary: Cooking Alchemy
Review: I hated cooking - till I bought a grill and this book. Raichlen opened a new world for me. My concept of cooking changed from 'something you have to do' to one of 'an exciting art'. The thrill started with finding some of the not so commonly found ingredents in his recipes and went on with every recipe I tried. The photographs are indispensible for instruction and for their exquisite styling. Made it easy even for me - a beginner. One word of caution - if you are looking for easy cooking with shortcuts this might not be for you.
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Summary: How To Grill
Review: While I can grill (more or less), I can't grill like this man. Steven Raichlen knows his stuff and it's all very thoughtfully laid out in this well-written, gorgeously photographed book.
From what type of grill to use, to just what the difference is between barbeque and grilling, I find myself learning something every time I open it. Each technique is well-illustrated and includes a recipe that hilights the specific grilling technique under review.
Thus book had me reading late into the night, wishing I could justify grilling a prime rib at midnight just to see if I could do it.
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Summary: Not just best grill book, the best COOK BOOK
Review: This is not only the best book on grilling I have ever used, it is the easiest to use cookbook on the planet, bar none. The recipes are unbelievable. I served the London Broil last night at dinner, and my friends all agreed it was the best beef they had ever tasted. Ever grill a cabbage? This book will show you how. I used to think I knew how to barbecue until I started using this book. Every procedure is clearly documented with outstanding step by step photographs. This book is a groundbreaker!
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Summary: Yummy!
Review: We have made many things from this book and every one has been delicious. From roasted chicken, to beef sates, to fajitas, every one was a winner. The directions are clear...the recipes are easy to prepare... and the photos of preparation are great. This is a must have for any BBQ king (or queen!)
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Summary: Great Grilling!
Review: I was very impressed with this book; the photos are wonderful, and I love the step by step intructions. Creme Brulee on the barbeque? Why not! Well worth the price!
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Summary: For those who want to improve or learn grilling techniques
Review: I am from the Northeast and have been grilling religiously for about 10 years. I did not know until I moved to Georgia how serious of a trade and technique barbequing really is. This book will not only tell you, but it will show you with color pictures the techniques of preparing and grilling several different foods. I have found this book and the Barbeque Bible to be indispensible. I have even impresed a few Southerners that think that I have picked up these techniques from my time spent down here in the South. I really acquired them from these books!
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Summary: Want to Grill?? BUY THIS BOOK!!
Review: I'd had relative success grilling in the past. But now I am the master! (say it like Darth Vader) Beer can chicken is the best chicken I've ever had. Was so good that now my sister wants the book. Kansas City style beef ribs? Your whole body goes limp after the first bite! Ribs were so good my dad from the Kansas City area (where they know how to BBQ) had to buy a copy. I didn't like to cook ribs before, because I didn't really know how. Now I look forward to doing it again. Corn on the Cob with Herb Butter is excellent! Smoked a brisket that was wonderful. I'm still working up the cajones to try a Prime Rib - I'm sure it'll turn out great with Steve's help! The pictures and instructions with every recipe are great. General grilling & smoking instructions are priceless. Good overview of the different grills & tools available. This book has given my grill the Midas Touch - everything it touches, comes out Good as Gold. Can I give it 6 stars??
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Summary: The Best BBQing on Earth
Review: A remarkable cook book. Eye opening, mouth watering, educational, fun. I thought I knew something about grilling -- I was wrong. I've used six recipies now for everything from simple grilled chicken (spice rub first, then a "mop" sauce while grilling, then bbq sauce at the end -- oh my god!) to Mojo Marinated Pork Tenderloin (a similarly religious experience) to grilled Tofu (really good) to grilled asparagus. I don't rave often, but this book warrants the accolodade. If you like to cook out, buy it. It's a very fun education with amazing rewards!
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