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New York Strip Steak is a premium cut, adored by many, and very well known. But just what exactly is it? Where does it come from on the cow? How do you select the best ones? How do you cook it properly? All the details are here.

The ‘money muscle’ is a hidden gem in the butt of pork that competition cooks have known about for years. It is tender, delicious, and arguably the very best bit. Learn where it is, how to get at it, and how to carve it out in this guide.

The popularity of brisket has exploded in recent years. But what exactly is it? Where does it come from on the cow, and why is it suddenly so popular? In this guide, we answer all these questions and tips on to cook and serve it.

Pork butt and pork shoulder come from very nearby places on the pig and can be used somewhat interchangeably. But they are different cuts. In this guide, we compare these two cuts, discussing where they come from, differences between them, and how to use each to get the best from them.

Short ribs — They are beefy, moist, unctuous and full of flavor, as well as being relatively easy to cook and get right. Like brisket on a stick, they are absolutely delicious. Learn all about them in our look at this wonderful cut.

I love flank steak. It’s an underloved cut and one that surprisingly few have heard of, let alone regularly cook and eat. But with its deep beefy flavor and standout striations that soak up rubs and marinades, it should be on everybody’s list of favorite grilling cuts.

Learn all about the top round steak, including where it comes from on the cow, alternative names, typical uses, nutritional info, how to cook it, and three favorite recipes from around the web that use this cut of beef.

Learn all about the bottom round steak including where it comes from on the cow, other names it's known by, nutritional info, where to buy it, and how to cook it on your grill or smoker. Who knows, it might become a new favorite cut of yours!

What is bottom round roast? What part of the cow does this cut come from? Is it fatty or lean? Flavorful or bland? And how do you cook it on your grill or smoker? We answer all this and more in our deep dive look at this cut of beef.

Both Filet Mignon and Ribeye are premium cuts of steak, held in high regard by both chefs and connoisseurs the world over. But what's the difference between them, and when would you choose one over the other? Find out below.

Blade chuck is typically reserved for large roasts, but lesser-known and somewhat hard to come by is a steak from the same cut. If you can find it, it’s an incredibly flavor-packed, versatile, and rewarding one to check out. Learn all about it below.

What is Bavette steak? It is a wonderfully flavored, large and long striated muscle that takes on flavors well. It grills well and is highly rewarding to cook and serve to others. Learn where it comes from, and how to buy and cook in it in this guide.

Learn the difference between beef ribs and pork ribs, concentrating on the size, taste, flavor, text to meat ratio, nutritional information, how to cook them, relative cost and more. We cover all the different cuts, 5 types of pork ribs and 3 types of beef in total.

Grass-fed and grain-fed beef are very different, and not just the animal's diet. They taste different, have different nutritional values, different price tags, and impact the environment differently due to the way the animals are raised. This article takes a deep dive into the differences between the two.

There are an incredible number of different sugars in existence, used in everything from BBQ rubs to cups of tea, in pickling liquids to cakes. In this guide, we look at the 15 most common types, advising which ones you should have on hand to cover everything you’re likely to do in cooking.

Salt complements and amplifies the flavor of almost anything it touches. It's a magic ingredient, and the most used in BBQ or any form of cooking. In this article, we look at the most common types, their flavor notes, when and how to use each, and a few substitutions you can make if needed.

There’s a world of exciting food waiting for you out there! From aalsuppe to avocado, it’s one tasty trip! But where to begin your culinary expedition? How about at the beginning, with our first alphabetized list of things people eat?

BBQ rubs allow you to add complex and different flavors to any meat you cook. But certain flavors are best with certain meats, and not all flavors suit all meats. So here are our favorites, sorted by meat type, with something that is bound to suit everyone.

Learn all about the most popular beef cuts from our chart, diagram and write up, including popular and alternative names, where the cuts come from on the cow, preferred outdoor cooking methods, their costs relative to each other, and a fantastic recipe for each cut of beef that we’ve taken from around the web.

When you think you’ve finally cooked it all, along comes a “new” cut to surprise you! It’s a bargain cut with flavor to spare that’s always overshadowed by its more famous neighbor on the pork shoulder. No more! It’s time to introduce you to pork cushion meat, and show why we love it.

Today we look at the American derived eight primal cuts of beef. We look at their position on the cow, names, sub-primals, and then major cuts they are butchered into. We also look at the best methods of cooking and uses of the produce from each primal.

Part of our mission at FoodFireFriends is to save you from barbecue misadventure. Sure, failing is the best way to learn. But, wouldn’t you rather learn from someone else’s failure? With that in mind, let’s see if we can save you from buying or eating a steak that’s gone off.

When you dig deep into barbecuing, you come across new and exciting stuff to try. And today our topic is beef tallow — what is it, how do I make it and use it, and why do I want to? All will be revealed.

Beef jerky is a snack that satisfies like no other. But, if you’ve only had gas station jerky, you’re missing out on one of the most incredible things you can make in your smoker. To help you make delicious homemade beef jerky, let’s learn which cuts are best for the job.

There are thousands of different chili peppers in the world, but chances of seeing of them are slim. So here is a guide to the most commonly used chilies throughout the world, with tasting notes, heat rating on the Scoville scale, and a peek at the hottest ones known to man!

Learn all about the different types and varieties of peppercorns. From the common black, through white and green, to the more esoteric pink and red, and even some peppers that aren’t from peppercorns at all. With origins, flavor profile, and uses, there’s a lot discussed here.

Tri-tip and brisket are large, very popular cuts of beef for BBQ and smoking, that produce delicious dishes and will impress any guests lucky enough for you to cook for. Learn about each, their differences, and how to choose the right one.

Learn the difference between these two BBQ staples. Where they come from on the animal, how they compare in size, cost, how to cook them, nutritional info and more. You’ll be an expert in these two cuts before the end of this guide.

This is the lowdown on the differences between spare ribs and baby back ribs. We look at where they come from on the animal, size, cost, meat and fat content, price differences, and how to cook them, along with our favorite recipes for each.

The difference between spare and St Louis ribs is minimal. They're close to the same thing and are mostly treated the same during cooking. Learn all about these two cuts and the subtle differences between them here, where we answer all your burning questions on these two pork rib types.

The eye of round roast is far from a favorite for many people, but we believe it is overlooked in error. It can be more than nice if cooked and treated well, so you should at least try once! Learn all about it in our guide to this wonderful cut.

The brisket is two muscles joined, commonly called the point and the flat, that when bought together are described as a whole packer brisket. What is the difference between these two halves? Why choose one over the other? Which do most think is best? Let's find out.

Sirloin and ribeye, two of the most popular, most loved steaks in the world. But which is best? Or why would you choose one over the other? This detailed comparison looks at where they come from, flavor and texture, uses, and great recipes for each.

Because not all steaks are created equal, we decided to cook up a selection of eleven steaks for you to try on your grill. From all-time favorites to a handful of lesser-known but outstanding cuts, these are the best steaks for grilling that you simply must try.

Petite sirloin is very lean and not particularly tender. This puts many people off, as there are certainly better cuts to eat from a cow. However, it’s still great tasting and, if treated right, cooks well. Learn all about it in our guide, where we think we’ll convince you to give it a try.

The eye of round steak is usually reserved for cubing and stewing. But you can do MUCH better! Yes, it’s lean, it’s easy to dry out, it needs skill to cook it well, but it really can be worth it. Learn all about this under-loved cut in our guide.

Today we look at the porterhouse steak, including where it comes from, alternative names, how to buy it and where, and how to cook it to perfection. We also show you three of the best recipes for this cut, taken from around the web.

The chuck eye roast — or roll — is a neighbor to the ribeye. Maybe even more tender and just as flavorful and well-marbled, you really should check it out as it’s outstanding value for money. Learn all about it in our guide, where I’m sure we’ll convince you to give it a try!

Today we look at where the chuck eye steak comes from on the cow, other names it’s known by, its taste, fat content, nutritional info, where to buy it, how to cook it, and more. By the end of this guide, you’ll be an expert on the ‘poor man’s ribeye.’

The tomahawk steak is a big slab of well-marbled, buttery, beefy ribeye with a colossal bone handle that makes it look prehistoric. Learn all about this delicious cut in our guide, including where it comes from, why that name, how to buy it, prepare it, cook it, and more.

Today, we take a look at the much-prized, buttery rich flavored ribeye steak. A prime cut, available both bone-in or bone-out, it is favored by those who chase a deep, beefy flavor over anything else, such as ultimate tenderness or leaner alternatives.

The tri-tip triangle roast, cut from the sirloin, is a well-marbled, full-flavored, quite tender cut that roasts well when whole and grills well when sliced into individual steaks. Learn all about its flavor, texture, cost, typical uses, where to buy it, and how to cook it in this guide.

Country-style ribs are lean, well-marbled, packed full of flavor, and perfect for slow cooking. They’re also relatively cheap, so they are great value. But despite the name, they aren’t actually a rib! So what are country style ribs? Learn all about them in our in-depth guide below.

The top blade steak comes from the chuck primal, known for BIG beefy flavors and richness. Not a popular cut, but definitely worth checking out. Learn all about it here, including alternative names, nutrition, flavor and texture, how to cook it, and three top recipes from around the web.

Tenderloin steak — also known as filet mignon — is the most tender cut on the whole cow. It’s highly prized and with a price tag to match. Learn all about it in this guide, including how to identify it, buy it and cook it to perfection.

Skirt steak can be one of two different muscles on the cow, the outside and inside skirt. Well-marbled with a prominent textured grain, it’s great for marinating to take on flavor and is often used in fajitas. It’s a lovely cut of beef. Learn all about it below.

Sirloin steak is a popular beef cut that is fuller flavored than fillet and leaner than a ribeye. Find out all about it, what muscle it is, where it comes from on a side of beef, where to buy it, and how to cook it with three of our favorite recipes.

What is shoulder steak? It is a flavorful and bargain-priced cut that should get more love but is often overlooked for pricier and more tender cuts. Learn all about it here, from how to identify it to alternative names, how to cook it, and more.