25 Essentials: Techniques for Grilling

"In this slim, attractive volume, outdoor cooking enthusiast Davis (America's Best BBQ) presents a varied take on the art of cooking over direct heat. Each of 25 techniques is paired with a recipe that best illustrates its merits, an approach that should raise eyebrows even among veteran grillers. While the bulk of Davis' techniques and recipes are simple (chicken grilled under a brick, burgers, roasted peppers), Davis is hardly timid; grillmasters will need a degree of trust and fortitude for Davis's Dirty Steak, in which inch-thick steaks are placed directly on the coals, and few will want to babysit Rendezvous-Style Baby Back Ribs for 45 minutes, turning them every five. As a tour of techniques, the book's variety will likely impress vets, and novices should gain some confidence with a variety of skills. Ultimately, though, Davis's guide to backyard cooking makes a better side than a main course." Publishers Weekly (Copyright Reed Business Information, Inc.)

Overwhelmed by the abundance of encyclopedic grilling books full of complicated recipes, many would-be outdoor cooks are missing what they need to become true masters of the grill: a firm handle on the basics. In this book, barbecue expert Ardie Davis shows readers how to master the perfect burger, grill on a plank, cook a whole fish, and much more. With color photos and recipes including Rendezvous-Style Baby Back Ribs, Grill-Seared Scallops, and Lime-and-Chile-Grilled Corn on the Cob, learning to grill has never been so delicious!

Barbecue expert Davis shows readers how to master the perfect burger, grill on a plank, cook a whole fish, and much more. With color photos and recipes, learning to grill has never been so delicious.