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Chocolate Tweed Cake

From the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ GuruThis is one I discovered during my early cooking endeavors. Notice the first ingredient...that`s right mashed potatoes! You must try this. It is very rich and you can`t tell it is made with potatoes. Truly one of my favorite desserts.2 cups mashed potatoes
3/4 cup butter
2 1/4 cups granulated sugar
3 eggs
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup milk
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, gratedPreheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease AND flour baking pan.Beat together butter and sugar. Beat in potatoes (make sure they are cool) and eggs, one at a time. Mix flour, baking powder, salt, cream of tartar and all the spices. Add flour mixture and milk to potato mixture, alternating and blending after each. Stir in chocolate. Bake for 50 minutes. Let cool and glaze (dissolve 3 tablespoons water in 1 cup powdered sugar).

Crab cakes
Crab CakesFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru2 pounds crab meat5 egg yolks, beaten2/3 cup Miracle Whip salad dressing2 teaspoons lemon juice2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons Dijon mustard2 teaspoons black pepper1/4 teaspoon saltb (Upload by user)

Crawfish patties
Crawfish PattiesFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter1 cup onions, chopped1/2 cup green pepper, diced1/2 cup celery, diced1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper2 ounces tasso, chopped1 pound crawfish tails1 t (Upload by user)

Grilled scallops ala chili
Grilled Scallops ala ChiliFrom the grill of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru1 1/4 pounds scallopsOlive oilKosher (coarse) saltBlack pepper, freshly grounduSauce/u 1 cup water 1 medium carrot 2 teaspoons dark soy sauce1 teaspoon hot chili garlic sau (Upload by user)

How competition cooks prepare pibs
How Competition Cooks Prepare RibsFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ GuruFirst of all understand, we use "smokers" when we compete, but I will give directions for cooking ribs in the oven. The only thing missing will be that nice smoky flavor...that can be added b (Upload by user)

Brining and injecting poultry
Brining and Injecting PoultryFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQGuruThis is the latest craze in preparing any type of poultry. What you do is mix up a batch of some type of flavored brine solution and then soak or inject your bird with it.I will share my favorite brin (Upload by user)

The secret to grilling great pork
The Secret to Grilling Great PorkFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ GuruAn economical way to buy pork is to buy the entire loin. That`s right...all 8 9 pounds. I can usually find this on sale for under $2.00/pound. Don`t confuse this with a tenderloin....same idea but a sli (Upload by user)

Bbq basics
BBQ Basicsby Kevin Taylor, the BBQ GuruSo, you bought the new grill and are rarin� to go! Let�s start with some basic grilling techniques. First I would like to define the various heat temperatures�..HOT, MEDIUM, LOW.HOT�..temperatures above 450 degrees F. Primarily used fo (Upload by user)

Choosing a grill
Choosing a Grilliby Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru/iThe first step in grilling is choosing the right grill. There are 2 types to choose from; charcoal or gas. The choice comes down to one of lifestyle and you should first ask yourself a couple of questions��..Do you enjoy t (Upload by user)

Sausage making the easy way
Sausage Making the Easy WayFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ GuruWhen it comes to sausage, count me in!!  BUT, I am also rather picky and I know what I want. So, because of this, I learned to make my own sausage many years ago.At first, I thought it a rather da (Upload by user)

Apple glazed pork loin
Apple Glazed Pork LoinFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ GuruThis is one of our favorites. Even the kids enjoy it! If you don�t want to grill, you can make this in the oven.1 (3 pound) boneless pork loin (not tenderloin)Cajun seasoninguGlaze/u1/2 c (Upload by user)
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Bronzed pork chops
Bronzed Pork ChopsFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQGuru4 pork chops6 tablespoons teriyaki sauce2 tablespoons molassesMix together and baste chops while grilling. (Upload by user)
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Garlic roasted pork loin
Garlic Roasted Pork LoinFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru1 (3 to 4 pound) pork loin10 garlic cloves2 tablespoons Tiger Sauce2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce2 tablespoons A1 Steak Sauce2 1/2 tablespoons yellow mustard3/4 cup orange juicep (Upload by user)
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Herbed dijonnaise chops
Herbed Dijonnaise ChopsFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQGuru6 pork chops2 tablespoons Dijon mustard1 teaspoon dry mustard1 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon black pepper, coarsely ground3 tablespoons butter, softeneduHerb Butter/u2 tablespoons bu (Upload by user)
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Rubbed loins
Rubbed LoinsFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ GuruLiberally sprinkle the following on the pork and rub it in real good. Then wrap in plastic wrap and let sit overnight.uKevi`s South of the Butt Rub/u4 tablespoons paprika2 tablespoons salt2 tablespoon (Upload by user)
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Hoisin pork tenderloin sandwiches
Hoisin Pork Tenderloin SandwichesFrom the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru1 pound pork tenderloins1 cup hoisin sauce2 tablespoons Sambal2 tablespoons garlic, finely minced2 tablespoons fresh ginger, chopped1/2 cup red wine1/4 cup scallions, minced4 (Upload by user)
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Jerk pork
Jerk PorkFrom the grill of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru2 jalape?o peppers3 green onions4 tablespoons allspice1 teaspoon salt1 teaspoon fresh ginger1/2 teaspoon cinnamon1/2 teaspoon nutmeg1/2 teaspoon black pepper2 garlic cloves4 bay leaves2 ta (Upload by user)
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