Big Lew BBQ & Other Things I Want to Do!
Smoke Bomb Mac & Cheese in a Cast Iron Skillet (Easy & Cheesy)
updated
One of Brenda Gantt’s Fried Mushroom Videos: youtu.be/zJrfGbK5730?si=eFOTpu7-YhLuyJzO
Unaffiliated link: I’m posting this link to the Cajun Pit Stix solely for viewer information and convenience. Please let them know I sent you. cajunpitstix.com/#
Affiliated Links: here are some links to some products that I used in this video. I case you want more information about them. If you decide to purchase them, I humbly and politely ask that you would do do through these links. It will cost you nothing extra, yet the small commission I earn from the sales help the Big Lew BBQ channel keep making videos like this. Thank you your support is appreciated.
•HR BBQ Garlic Jalapeño Rub: https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
•Lodge 10.25in Fry Basket: amzn.to/3OSh9dp
•Lodge 7qt. Dutch Oven: amzn.to/3qKtSXJ
*Or if you want to get both at the same time here is the combo.
•Lodge DO & FB combo: amzn.to/3slqKSo
•King Kooker Filter Funnel: amzn.to/45Lpqqp
•King Kooker Batter Box: amzn.to/3ExnPZX
•Thermapen One: avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=504989e8-60a3-41a9-bf0f-e83e99fc256e&website_id=d6b46a80-1a2c-4038-98cc-d1540d971fa9&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thermoworks.com%2Fthermapen-one%2F
**Other ThermoWorks Thermometers, I highly recommend the Dash and the ThermoPop 2, both are great thermometers at less than half the cost of the ThermoPen One. The ThermoPen Classic is also quite good.
Here is an affiliated link to the website so you can compare.
•ThermoWorks: avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=504989e8-60a3-41a9-bf0f-e83e99fc256e&website_id=d6b46a80-1a2c-4038-98cc-d1540d971fa9&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thermoworks.com%2F
In this video I demonstrate how I brined and seasoned the center cut pork loin using Heath Riles BB Q products.
Affiliated Links: The following links to items used in this video are a affiliate links. Purchase made through them earn a small commission to help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube.
•Heath Riles BBQ Products: https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
•Old Smokey Electric Smoker: amzn.to/44VAa5G
•Thermapen One: avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=504989e8-60a3-41a9-bf0f-e83e99fc256e&website_id=d6b46a80-1a2c-4038-98cc-d1540d971fa9&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ThermoWorks.com%2F
I am not affiliated with Old Smokey, I just really enjoy their products.
Link to Old Smokey: oldsmokey.com/collections/grills/products/electric-smoker
Affiliated Links: Purchases made through these links will help the Big Lew BBQ channel through the small commissions earned. You support is appreciated.
•Old Smokey Electric Smoker: amzn.to/3qi3hAR
•Thermapen One thermometer: avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=504989e8-60a3-41a9-bf0f-e83e99fc256e&website_id=d6b46a80-1a2c-4038-98cc-d1540d971fa9&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ThermoWorks.com%2F
Chapter times are listed below, I encourage you to skip to the parts you are most interested in. If you do choose tho watch the video in its entirety, I appreciate your viewership.
Here are chapter times for viewer convenience. I encourage you to skip ahead to the part you are interested in.
Chapter times:
Describing the OSES: 1:06
History of the OSES: 2:20
Unboxing: 4:43
Test cook: 12:03
Smoked Chicken: 14:29
Fresh Sausage & Boudin: 17:33
Spare Ribs: 18:05
Pulled Pork: 23:50
Steamed Corn: 29:24
Smoked Tuna: 31:55
Pros & Cons: 35:50
Thanks to Old Smokey: 42:40
Link to Old Smokey: oldsmokey.com/collections/grills/products/electric-smoker
Affiliated Links: Purchases made through these links will help the Big Lew BBQ channel through the small commissions earned. You support is appreciated.
•Old Smokey Electric Smoker: amzn.to/3qi3hAR
•Thermapen One thermometer: avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=504989e8-60a3-41a9-bf0f-e83e99fc256e&website_id=d6b46a80-1a2c-4038-98cc-d1540d971fa9&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ThermoWorks.com%2F
#OldSmokeyGrills
I hope you enjoy the watch.
#OldSmokeyGrills #spam
#thermoworks
In this video I use a Thermapen One. A purchase made through this link will cost you the consumer nothing extra, yet would help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube.
•Thermapen One: avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=504989e8-60a3-41a9-bf0f-e83e99fc256e&website_id=d6b46a80-1a2c-4038-98cc-d1540d971fa9&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thermoworks.com%2Fthermapen-one%2F
Channel Mentioned: CJ uses this grill a lot on his channel. If you have more interest in this grill watch his show.
youtube.com/@CookingWithCJ
It cost me 51 bucks to get this from the Tupperware website. It was $37 plus shipping and taxes.
Amazon sells it for 51 with free shipping. These are expensive for what they are. I am an Amazon affiliate. If you purchase through this link, it will cost you nothing extra. Yet the small commission I earn helps the Big Lew BBQ channel bring great content to YouTube.
HOWEVER: I understand if you don’t purchase these. They are ridiculously expensive and the new larger press doesn’t work that well.
amzn.to/3pE4vpR
Affiliated link: Purchases made though this link will cost you nothing extra, yet the commission earned would help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube. Your support is appreciated.
https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
Unaffiliated Link: I have no affiliation with Southwest Disk. I’m providing this link solely for viewer information and convenience.
BTW the model I purchased and used in this video is the Trinity.
southwestdisk.com
Affiliated Links: Purchases made through these links will cost you nothing extra but would help the BigLew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube.
•Thermapen One: avantlink.com/click.php?tool_type=cl&merchant_id=504989e8-60a3-41a9-bf0f-e83e99fc256e&website_id=d6b46a80-1a2c-4038-98cc-d1540d971fa9&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.thermoworks.com%2Fthermapen-one%2F
•Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
Courtesy Links: The following links to items seen used in this video are provided solely for view convenience and information. I have no financial affiliation with any of these items. Though products may have been provided to me for use in videos.
•Fish : eisalaska.com
•Pecan Oil: pecanoil.com (use code BIGLEW15 at checkout to save 15% off your order.)
•Discada: southwestdisk.com
I use the Chicken Rub from Heath Rile BBQ Products to make these taste wonderful. @HeathRilesBBQ
If you are interested in a custom made grill check out BBQ Pits by Everette Guidry on. Facebook at this link: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527858959&mibextid=LQQJ4d
Affiliated links: purchases made though these links cost nothing extra, yet would help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube.
•Chicken Rub: https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
•Thermapen One: thermoworks.com/thermapen-one?tw=BLBBQ
He used a fancy smancy Kamado grill. I used my trusty Old Smokey! My version is slightly different than his. Just thought I would show off how I did it.
This Link is provided for viewer information and convenience only. I am not affiliated with Old Smokey.
oldsmokey.com
How to make lard; youtu.be/BoSO4owQbRY
https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
•Nicken Chuggets: youtu.be/EBETDmH_q5o
•Dot Hogs: youtu.be/EBETDmH_q5o
Links to some items seen and used in this video.
•Southwest Disk: southwestdisk.com
• Cajun Pit Stix: cajunpitstix.com/#
•Kinloch Pecan Oil: pecanoil.com (use code BIGLEW15 at check out, to save 15%)
∞ Heath Riles Seasoning: https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
∞ ThermoWorks Thermapen: thermoworks.com/thermapen-one?tw=BLBBQ
Items marked with • are non affiliated links, these are provided solely for viewer information and convenience.
Items marked with ∞ are affiliated links. Purchases made threw them will provide a small commission for the Big Lew BBQ channel at no extra cost to you. You support is appreciated.
Videos mentioned:
•Issue’s with the Blackjack: youtu.be/RI_CjeDQnsc
Rus Jones’s Boneless Boudin Chicken: youtu.be/4LphfdSSiJ8
Spare Ribs with the charcoal manager: youtu.be/riS5zS1DgHM
If you would like to purchase some of the great Heath Riles BBQ products like the ones used this video, please purchase through this affiliated link. It will cost you nothing extra but the commission earned will help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube.
https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
You can save 15% on you order at pecanoil.com by simply typing in the code, BIGLEW15, at check out.
#pecanoil #kinloch
The salad dressing shaker I used in this video is available on Amazon. This is an affiliated link which means I earn a small commission from a sale generated though this link. This does not effect the price of the item. Your support is appreciated.
amazon.com/dp/B003L0OOR6/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_QTAWXWNKVJETEDNDAPRA?linkCode=ml1&tag=biglewbbq-20
A video about how to make Cajun Style Pork Steaks from the folks that Pig Stand Barbecue Sauce, Kary’s Roux.
youtu.be/2s9z6APtt_E
The following links to some of the items seen in this video are provided for viewer information and convenience only. I have no financial affiliation with any of them and receive nothing from sales generated though them.
•Kinloch Pecan Oil: (save 15% by using code BIGLEW15) pecanoil.com
•Old Smokey Grill: oldsmokey.com
•Cajun Pit Stix: cajunpitstix.com/#
•Cajun Power Worcestershire Sauce: cajunpowersauce.com/products/worcestershire-sauce
•Kick yer Daddy seasoning email kickyerdaddy@yahoo.com
The CAJUN STYLE BARBECUE SAUCE, either one of these is essential to this recipe. Both brands are quite good. I have no affiliation at all with either one. I bought the sauce.
•Pig Stand (shown here): karysroux.com
or on Facebook: facebook.com/karysroux?mibextid=LQQJ4d
•Jack Miller’s: jackmillers.com
By using code BIGLEW15 at check out you can save 15% at pecanoil.com
I purchased my Large Vortex, from udsparts.com. I have no afilitation with that company.
Affiliated links purchases made through the following links will cost the consumer nothing extra. Yet, the commissions earned would help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube.
•Heath Riles BBQ: https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
•Thermapen One: thermoworks.com/thermapen-one?tw=BLBBQ
Paulie Detmurds channel: youtu.be/JuU8VhJQQSw
Affiliated Links: Purchases made through the following links for items seen in this video will cost the buyer nothing extra. Yet the commission earned will help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube.
•Old Smokey Grill: amzn.to/3DLOF0r
•Thermapen One: thermoworks.com/thermapen-one?tw=BLBBQ
•Hey Grill Hey rub: amzn.to/3WOlRuP
Link to this grill at Monument grills website: monumentgrills.com/products/77352mb-6-burner-gas-grill
Other videos with this grill.
Shorts:
Rotisserie Sweet Tea Brined Pork Loin #monumentgrills
youtube.com/shorts/SVOOyEK89RI?feature=share
Monumental Breakfast: Eggs, Sausage, Bacon Toast & Grits - All on the Monument Grill
youtube.com/shorts/7yP0LWPrTbo?feature=share
Full length videos:
Sweet Tea Brined Pork Loin
youtu.be/5uS_rtl5shw
To Soak or Not to Soak? That is the Question? Wood Chips in a Gas Grill.
youtu.be/6pSwRm9lX7g
Shrimp Three Ways w/ Tony Chachere’s on the Monument Grill.
youtu.be/D2X4iWfq6T0
Monument Grills Clearview Six Burner w/ Side & Sear Burner, a Demonstration.
youtu.be/Z2c1MqoDpuQ
Non Affiliated link: monumentgrills.com
Affiliated Link: Your support is appreciated.
https://www.HeathRilesBBQ.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
Other folks say do not soak them, including the company that produces the wood chips that I’m using. youtu.be/CzN6sqT6oK8
In this video I use wet and dry wood chips in identical smoker boxes on the same grill at the same time. Watch to see what happens, and you decide what you want to do.
#monumentgrills #westernbbqproducts
monumentgrills.com
This pork loin was brined in sweet tea and Heath Riles Pork Brine for two days. Then Heath Riles HOT BBQ Rub. A little hickory smoke flavor was added via the monument grills smoker boxes. It was absolutely delicious.
monumentgrills.com
Affiliated link:
heathrilesbbq.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
monumentgrills.com
If you would like to try some Kinloch Pecan Oil, you can get a 15% discount at pecanoil.com by using discount code BIGLEW15 at check out.
A couple other videos featuring this grill.
youtu.be/Z2c1MqoDpuQ
youtube.com/shorts/7yP0LWPrTbo?feature=share
Monument Grills Website: monumentgrills.com
Breakfast on this grill: Monumental Breakfast: Eggs, Sausage, Bacon Toast & Grits - All on the Monument Grill
youtube.com/shorts/7yP0LWPrTbo?feature=share
Shrimp on a Monument Grill:
monumentgrills.com
Thanks for watching.
Jacked Up oysters wet made famous by Don’s Seafood Restaurants in Louisiana. They are a style of char grilled oysters featuring pepper Jack cheese, along with jalapeños and bacon, butter, and garlic.
In this video I demonstrate my take on this iconic recipe. This style is easier to apply, is less messy on your grill, and we think that it is even more delicious.
Affiliated Link: If you are interested in a Ñuke Grill like the one I use in this video you can purchase one here. I do earn a small commission on sales generated through this link, though it cost nothing extra. Your support is appreciated.
realfirebbq.com/?aff=10
Non-Affiliated Links: the following links to the restaurants and seasoning mentioned in this video are provided solely for viewer information and convenience. I have no affiliation with either Don’s Seafood or Pat’s of Henderson.
•Find out more about Jacked up oysters at Don’s: donsseafoodonline.com/about
•Find out more about Perioux Seasoning and Pat’s of Henderson restaurant here: patsofhenderson.com
Or here: facebook.com/PeriouxProducts?mibextid=LQQJ4d
A few years ago a made a video featuring my take on Don’s Jacked up Shrimp. youtu.be/CFwY8ZLeF6M
Ingredients:
• 1 lb. of lobster meat (or other shellfish)
• 1 lb. of pasta shells
• 1 lb. of cheddar jack cheese
• 1 can of evaporated milk
• 1 stick of butter (¼ lb)
• Cajun / Creole seasoning
Other Mac & Cheese Videos:
Smoke Bomb Mac & Cheese: youtu.be/OqOV88v6ef4
Smoked Mac & Cheese: youtu.be/iwNCRer0edc
Plow Disk Mac and cheese: youtu.be/USCmlCa3WB0
Cheese Powder Mac and Cheese: youtu.be/PuZzRsBR3pQ
Associated Videos from this channel.
•Grilled Gator: Grilled Gator & A Swamp Tour / Lodge Sportsman’s Grill
youtu.be/5uSQ1T6ArZk
•Fried Gator: Gator Shake on Gator
youtu.be/UXRLvnSoThk
•Frog Legs: Buffalo Frog Legs
youtu.be/TrBZrpfrYYA
Affiliated Link: purchases made through the following link would cost the consumer nothing extra. Yet the Big Lew BBQ channel will receive a small commission from the sale. Your support is appreciated.
•Char-Broil Big Easy: amzn.to/3I5qHQJ
If you are interested in purchasing the ThermoWorks products seen used in this video, here are affiliated links. Purchases made through these links will cost the consumer nothing extra. However, the commission I earn through them will help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube. Your support is appreciated.
•Smoke: http://www.thermoworks.com/Smoke?tw=BLBBQ
•Thermapen ONE: thermoworks.com/thermapen-one?tw=BLBBQ
•Magnetic, Glow in the Dark Silicone Boot for Thermapen ONE: thermoworks.com/thermapen-one-silicone-boot/?tw=BLBBQ
How I built this UDS:
•Long Detailed Video: youtu.be/e8VBRYh7YBw
•Short Abridged video: youtu.be/icbbnqC6QDI
Affiliated Links: purchases made through the following links for items seen or used in this video, will cost the consumer nothing extra. Yet the Big Lew BBQ channel will be able to continue to bring great content to YouTube because of the small commissions earned. Thank you, your support is appreciated.
•Lodge Paella Pan: amzn.to/3i3s4EW
•Saffron: amzn.to/3CieFjb
•Bomba Rice: amzn.to/3CiZJ4d
Other Big Lew BBQ paella videos:
•Crawfish Paella: youtu.be/3Px47WemUdw
•Big Paella: youtu.be/Lg_7EEzkt6k
•Vigo Paella review: youtu.be/VpTs05m9vdk
Where I bought the Grill: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527858959&mibextid=LQQJ4d
Check out BBQ Pits by Everette Guidry Services on FaceBook.
facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063527858959&mibextid=LQQJ4d
The cod fish was purchased from Emerald Island Seafoods in Alaska.
eisalaska.com
Affiliated Links:
•ThermoWorks ChefAlarm: thermoworks.com/ChefAlarm?tw=BLBBQ
•Lodge Fry Basket: amzn.to/3I7tgl8
•Lodge Dutch oven: amzn.to/3YV0KsQ
•Dutch oven fry basket combo: amzn.to/3C6tjd3
I cook in in my Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Turkey Fryer.
Other Kansas City Steak Company Videos by Big Lew.
Kansas City Stips:
Ribeyes and Filet Mignon:
Watch Jeff at Amadillo Pepper BBQ cook a Prime Rib in his Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. youtu.be/3olGnYU3IiY
For a 15% discount on Kinloch Pecan Oil or Balsamic Vinegar use code BIGLEW15 at pecanoil.com.
Affiliated Links: Purchaces made through the following links will cost the purchaser nothing extra. Yet the small commission earned, wil help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube.
•Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Turkey Fryer: amzn.to/3I5qHQJ
•ThermoWorks Chef Alarm: thermoworks.com/ChefAlarm?tw=BLBBQ
My first video with the FireDial: youtu.be/XiL0mbk3hhA
Here are some links for items seen in this brief video. Items marked with an * are affiliated links. Ones marked with out are not.
*KettleDial: amzn.to/3YBhg0X
*Vortex Grill Grate: amzn.to/3v7vb1m
*Webber Kettle: amzn.to/3WxqJVm
*ThermoWorks SmokeX4: thermoworks.com/smoke-x/?tw=BLBBQ
*BBQ Dragon, Dragon Wing side shelf: amzn.to/3HVLzK6
*Heath Riles BBQ: heathrilesbbq.com/?rfsn=6956252.1dc11b6
Uncle Steve’s Shake: unclestevesshake.com
Cajun Pit Stix: cajunpitstix.com
*the Big Lew BBQ channel earns a small commission on sales generated through these links. It cost the buyer nothing extra. Your support is appreciated.
I often drink it straight black, but when I sweeten it I usually use honey. I never dilute it with milk or any other form of creamer. #demmex
Affiliated links: here are some convenient Amazon links for Turkish coffee and equipment. These are affiliated links, so that it will cost you, the purchaser , nothing extra yet the I will earn a small commission from the sale. Thank you your support is appreciated.
•Demmex Ibrik (Turkish Coffee Pot) amzn.to/3PIKcQw
•Turkish Coffee: amzn.to/3PEN0hC
•Turkish Coffee Cups: amzn.to/3WezcNn
This video is not sponsored and no products in this video were provided by Kansas City Steaks neither free nor discounted for the purpose of review.
The KC Strip Video: youtu.be/JKJc8J3JHko
This link to Kansas City Steaks is provided solely for viewer convenience and information.
kansascitysteaks.com/steaks
Affiliated Link: If you would like to purchase a KettleDialᵗᵐ here is a convenient Amazon link. This YouTube channel earns a small commission from sales generated through this link. Your support is spreciated.
amzn.to/3YBhg0X
In this video I talk about why I like Old Smokey, why I like the Vortex and then show how I use it with Flat Iron Steaks and Potatoes. #vortex #oldsmokey
Thank you for watching.
Non Affiliated links: these links are provided solely for viewer information and convenience.
•Kinloch Pecan Oil (use discount code BIGLEW15 for 15% off your order); www.pecanoil.com
•Uncle Steve’s Shake: unclestevesshake.com
Affiliated Links: Purchases made through the following links will cost the consumer nothing extra. Yet, the commissions earned grime sales generated through these links will help the Big Lew BBQ channel continue to bring great content to YouTube. Your support is appreciated.
•Old Smokey Grill: amzn.to/3jfZLU0
•Large BBQ Vortex: amzn.to/3FDs7is
•Thermapen One: thermoworks.com/thermapen-one?tw=BLBBQ
•ThermoWorks Dash: thermoworks.com/dash/?tw=BLBBQ
Links to vendors: all are provided simply as a convenience to viewers and a thank you to vendors.
•Brothers & Sisters at Arms: facebook.com/groups/311325272320992/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF
•Vazquez Honey:
•Charlotte's rock candy: facebook.com/charlotte.louviere.9?mibextid=LQQJ4d
•River Rat Thrift: facebook.com/sherry.doyle.169?mibextid=LQQJ4d
•Happy Day Tumblers:
•Sweets & Treets by Jessie:
•JRam’s Cottage Bakery: facebook.com/jramscottagebakery?mibextid=LQQJ4d
•CJ Campbell’s Creations: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100051668173882&mibextid=LQQJ4d
•Daddy's Little Girl: facebook.com/groups/241709919991316/?ref=share&mibextid=S66gvF
•Children's Author Leanne Jeane: https://a.co/d/cpZkH0K
*My Ka Lection: 337-292-7032
•Dear On the Brain: (website in Feb. 2023)
•Fancy Apple: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086425184518&mibextid=LQQJ4d
•Dixie Rose Crafts: (phone no. at 29:14 mark)
•Southern T Boutique: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080303856540&mibextid=LQQJ4d
•Tam’s Crafty Creations: facebook.com/tamscraftycreations22?mibextid=LQQJ4d


