Pork belly’s second life—crisp, smoky, and never wasted.
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The first time I smoked a brisket at 14, my dad declared it ‘edible,’ which in our family meant I’d just cracked the code. That was the start of a lifelong obsession with how smoke, fire, and patience can turn simple ingredients into something unforgettable.
Here, I share recipes that balance tradition with a little creative mischief—because the best meals are the ones that surprise you.
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Air fry bone-in pork chops and you'll transform tough cuts into restaurant-quality meals with crispy edges and marbled, juicy meat—no deep-frying required. As someone who's cooked thousands of pounds of pork weekly, I…
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