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The Pits

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Direct Heat & Mesquite

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Competition

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Picking Beef

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Leftovers

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Whole Hog

Learn the steps that go into a whole hog cook from beginning to end. Aaron walks us through the process of building a cinder block pit, learns about pig breeds and throws a party in his backyard.

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BBQ with Franklin

Leftovers

What happens when three chefs turn leftover brisket into something unexpected.

BBQ with Franklin

Picking Beef

Aaron gives a “Meat 101” lesson, plus how to work with a butcher on great beef rib cuts.

BBQ with Franklin

Competition

Aaron finds he’s not in Texas anymore when he competes at a BBQ competition.

BBQ with Franklin

Direct Heat & Mesquite

Get a lesson in cooking “cowboy style” with direct heat and meat.

BBQ with Franklin

Poultry & Sauce

Embark on a BBQ journey of chicken and regional sauces.

BBQ with Franklin

Fire & Smoke

Explore the building blocks of BBQ: wood and fire.

BBQ with Franklin

The Pits

For good BBQ you need a good BBQ pit. Learn the secrets.

BBQ with Franklin

Sausage

Sausage, a BBQ basic with room for creative liberty.

BBQ with Franklin

Brisket

Learn what makes brisket the centerpiece of the Central Texas BBQ plate.