Duck Fat Refried Beans

Refried Beans is traditionally made with pork lard which is delicious just the way it is. We’re in quarantine right now and I couldn’t get myself to the store just to by lard so we had to use what’s on hand. Refried beans made with just oil or butter gives a decidedly beanie flavor and I had some rendered duck…

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BBQ Pulled Pork

Smoked Pulled Pork is one of those meals that’s cheap and versatile. In the year 2020 during the global Pandemic, pork shoulder can still be easily found for around $1.30 per pound. This pulled pork recipe has been perfected over about 15 years and still continuously evolves. Pulled Pork can be eaten by itself, turned into sandwiches or used to…

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Smoked Chicken Wings

We’ve recently purchased a new electric smoker and it’s probably one of the best kitchen gadget that we’ve acquired recently. It’s not by any measure large, but it’ll make more than enough food for a family of four. Also considering the diminutive size of our San Francisco patio, it’s perfect. Chicken wings is one of our go-to smoked meals. While…

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