Halloween Block Party!

Halloween is upon us! Join us at Just Grillin this Saturday for a day full of Halloween costumes, food, and surprises. With Halloween, surprises, good and bad, are lurking around every corner so be sure to keep your family safe. Here are some tips for Halloween night!

1. Make Halloween Costumes reflective. Make sure that shoes fit well so no tripping occurs.

2. Obtain flashlights with fresh batteries for kids and their escorts.
3. Do not wear decorative eyewear without seeing an eye specialist first. Many of these packages that claim that these contacts are one size fit all do not actually fit all. They can cause serious eye damage.
4. Teach your children to dial 9-1-1 in case of emergency.

Keep these tips in mind for next week! But make sure you stop by Just Grillin to kick off your Halloween Week right. Our block party starts at noon and we will have a pumpkin carving class for the kids. Be sure to RSVP here.

What the Heck is Brisket?

Brisket is equivalent to the pectoral muscle in humans. There are two per cow, and is a well exercised muscle. This muscle is used every time the cow pushes up or lays down. This gives the brisket its fibrous qualities. Here are a few tips and tricks to make your brisket perfect!

• Trim it with a sharp knife if the fat cap is thicker than 1/4-inch. 
  
  Turn the brisket over, and carefully remove any visible silverskin (that’s the shiny tissue that sheaths muscles) by shallowly sliding your knife blade under it.
• Let the brisket come to room temperature for about an hour before putting it on your grill.
• Patience is key. The middle of your cooking process is called the “stall” or “plateau” phase, where the internal temperature of the brisket will rise at a much slower pace. This is where some pit masters get nervous and decide to “rush” the process by cranking up the heat. Don’t be tempted to do this, or your brisket will rebel by toughening up.
• Let your brisket rest. Foil-wrap brisket in terry cloth towels and keep it in an insulated cooler for up to an hour.
• Dip it in the reserved juices from the foil for added moisture, flavor, and visual appeal after slicing your brisket.

Need more tips for the perfect brisket? Come to our Hands on Brisket Class this Saturday, October 18 at 10:00 AM-12:00 PM. Please register here to secure your seat. You definitely don't want to miss this.

Grill on!

Your friends at Just Grillin

Every One Loves Pulled Pork

At Just Grillin, we love smoky, tender pulled pork. But is it always as perfect as you want it? Perhaps not, but with these great tips, you'll be making pulled pork like the pros!

1. Keep it simple. Skip all the brines and marinades. Keep it simple with a good rub and smoking. The internal fat and collagen with keep the moisture in and keep the pulled pork nice and tender.

2. Trim off most of the fat but not all of it. You want to a keep a little of the fat on the exterior to hug the seasonings.

3. Season it well. Rinse and dry the meat. Cover all surfaces with oil, as this helps the rubs and seasoning adhere to the meat. Cover with your favorite rub and let sit for an hour. This allows the rubs to penetrate the meat fully. BUT don't let it sit too long or the rub with take the moisture out of the meat.

4. Always use a meat thermometer. This can be the difference between a nice juicy pork butt or a tough over or undercooked piece of pork.

If you need more tips and tricks on how to cook the perfect pulled pork, be sure to come to our hands-on pork butt class this Saturday, October 11 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM. Click here to register. Don't miss out on this great class!

Grill on!
Your friends at Just Grillin

I Want My Baby Back, Baby Back, Baby Back Ribs

Nothing is better than getting a full rack of ribs and biting into them to reveal the most savory and tender ribs. Your taste buds are going wild and you can't wait to take your next bite. Suddenly, the moment is gone. Distraught, you go from place to place to find the most succulent ribs of all time. But alas, they are no where to be found- until one day, you walk into Just Grillin and there, you find the recipe you've always been looking for- The Perfect Ribs!

We want you to have that same moment every single time you bite into some ribs. No more going from place to place to find your favorite, only to discover that each time you try their ribs, they may not be the same. Come to our very first Hands-On Ribs Class this Saturday, October 4 at 10:00 AM. The cost is $25.00, but you will get to prepare and take home your own ribs, as well as learn great tips and tricks to get those ribs perfect every time! If you don't want to take home ribs, register for sit in only- for only $10.00! Register here to reserve your spot. See you Saturday!

Grill on!
Your Friends at Just Grillin