Legends of Texas Barbecue Cookbook

If barbecue in Texas is a religion, this book is its bible. Originally published in 2002, this revised and updated edition explores all the new and exciting developments from the Lone Star State’s evolving barbecue scene. The 100 recipes include 32 brand-new ones such as Smoke-Braised Beef Ribs and an extremely tender version of Pulled Pork. Profiles on legendary pitmasters like Aaron Franklin are featured alongside archival photography covering more than 100 years of barbecue history. Including the basic tools required to get started, secrets and methods from the state’s masters, and step-by-step directions for barbecuing every cut of meat imaginable, this comprehensive volume presents all the info needed to fire up the grill and barbecue Texas-style.

Robb Walsh is a food editor, food critic, radio commentator, cookbook author, and three-time winner of the James Beard Award. He resides in Galveston, Texas.