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Ever wondered how to elevate your holiday feasts or discover hidden BBQ gems? Join us as we recap Episode 31's culinary triumphs, including our Hickory Smoke hot sauce and unbeatable dry-brining method for your festive meals. This episode takes you on a savory journey through Oklahoma's top barbecue spots, like Van's Pig Stand and the award-winning Butcher Barbecue Stand, along with our own backyard experiments, from smoky sausage breakfasts to s'mores with a twist. Plus, we share our experience making a delightful s'mores dip with our grandson and brainstorm ways to up our s'mores game even further.

But that's not all! Get ready to laugh and learn from our culinary mishaps, including a live cooking video guided by ChatGPT that took an unexpected turn. We also dive into the joys of combining football season with barbecue delights and reveal an AI-generated recipe for a smoky sausage and hash brown taco that brought a new flair to traditional flavors. As we gear up for Halloween, we're planning exciting YouTube videos featuring themed treats, ensuring this episode is packed with flavorful fun and insightful BBQ tips you won't want to miss!

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Are you ready to elevate your culinary game just in time for the holidays? This episode of the Okie Smoking Podcast has it all! We kick things off by reminiscing about our latest mouth-watering adventures, from scrumptious beer brats to our zesty Tropical Storm pineapple jalapeno hot sauce. We also introduce our newest masterpiece—a hickory smoked hot sauce—and get Dolores' take on its flavor profile. As the festive season approaches, our discussion heats up with a spirited debate on dry brining versus wet brining for your Thanksgiving and Christmas feasts. Plus, we answer listener questions from Georgia and Illinois and share our upcoming plans to explore some of the best barbecue joints in Oklahoma and a top-rated restaurant in Dallas.

In this episode, we also delve into the nitty-gritty of brining methods, particularly for poultry but also for pork and beef. Discover why dry brining might be the space-saving, crispy-skinned solution you need. We'll share our personal stories about smoking turkey and the magic of proper seasoning. A listener from Georgia even throws in a curveball by reminding us of a unique banana pizza recipe we previously discussed, highlighting the interactive and experimental spirit of our show. Finally, don’t forget to subscribe to the Okie Smoking Podcast so you never miss out on our delicious creations and culinary tips. Keep those taste buds ready for more as new episodes drop every Monday!

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Ever wondered how to craft the perfect hot sauce or elevate your game day snacks? Join us as we recap our latest culinary adventures, including some mouthwatering beer brats and a tantalizing pineapple hot sauce. Dolores jumps in to help us celebrate our 30th episode milestone and discuss the arrival of fall, which means it's time for super nachos and other game day delights. Plus, we're inviting you to join our November collaboration and showcase your own delicious creations!

Our hot sauce journey continues as we experiment with unique flavors like blueberry and mango habanero, and even brainstorm about a thick and sweet honey hot sauce. We share tips for making keto-friendly BBQ sauce and talk about some of our spiciest creations, including a fiery Carolina Reaper sauce. With National Pepper Month on the horizon, we reveal how you can get involved using the hashtag #pepperingitup. We also tackle a listener's question about cooking thinner pork chops in a homemade barrel cooker, emphasizing the importance of meat probes for perfect results. Don't miss out on spicing up your culinary repertoire with us!

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