Blake Dan

Hi! I'm Blake, the founder and content creator of GrillSimply.com. I've been grilling and smoking my whole life and I'm always looking to try new techniques! Let me know if you have any suggestions or tips to share, I would love to hear from you.

Water Pan For Brisket (When It’s Needed & When It’s Not)

We know, at it’s very core, barbecue is all about wood and smoke.  But, over the ages there have been some significant improvements to the process, either making things easier, more convenient, safer, or overall just better. Enter a common debate when smoking brisket: the water pan.  Of course, it seems like it’s required when …

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Smoking Brisket At 250°F (How Long It Takes & Expert Tips)

Trimmed and seasoned brisket? Check Preheated smoker? Check Left enough time for the brisket to smoke before your dinner plans? … *Ehem* – I said, have you left enough time for the brisket to smoke before your dinner plans? Don’t get yourself into this situation. Plan ahead. Here’s why 250°F is a prime smoking temperature …

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Older Traeger Models: Gen 1 Vs. Gen 2 + Finding Your Model

Traeger grills are one of the true innovators in the world of barbecue. Although they keep the traditional wood-smoked barbecue ideals, they make things so convenient and reliable and have certainly solidified themselves in the history books of barbecue. If we look back, Traeger grills have really come a long way from their first model. …

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Why Does My Traeger Keep Shutting Off (6 Common Reasons & Fixes)

The first time it happens it’s a mild annoyance. The second time it happens you start to get a little concerned. By the third time it happens, you’re freaking out! A Traeger that keeps shutting off can be painful. Especially when you’ve already prepared the meat! Having got my hands on more than a few …

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