This tiny (4.25-inch X 5.5-inch) cookbook supplies all the knowhow to create real smoked brisket, ribs, leg of lamb, ribs, turkey, ham, quail, barbacoa and cabrito – true Lone Star style. It is designed to be the absolutely perfect birthday present, Father’s Day gift or stocking stuffer for the barbecue afficionados on anyone s gift list. Rarely has so much culinary wisdom been imparted at such low a price. And all bases are covered, from which barbecue smokers and utensils are best to a host of recipes, including all the basic smoked fare for which Texas is famous. Then there’s the importance of spice rubs, not to mention the proper use of brining, sauces and mops. Topping it all off is a slew of great side dishes and desserts.

Perfect for Traeger and other pellet smokers. This cookbook by BBQ expert John Lopez supplies all the knowhow to create real Texas smoked brisket, ribs, turkey, ham and quail. And it makes a perfect gift or stocking stuffer for BBQ aficionados. All bases are covered, from the types of barbecue smokers to a host of recipes, including all the basic smoked fare for which Texas is famous.