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Matt Von Seggern
Location : Uehling, Nebraksa U.S.A.
Occupation : Truck Driver
Model : BBQ075
Owner Since : 2004
Grill Story :
My wife and I were at the State Fair and it began to rain. We took cover under a vendors tent that was selling Treagers.
After talking with the Representative, we then thought about buying one, and returned about 30 minutes later and bought
our best investment ever!
Favorite Type of Pellet : Hickory, Mesquite, And Alder.
Likes to Cook : Everything!! Salmon, Ribs, Brisket, Shrimp, Pork Butts, Pizza, desert apples, pinapple
slices, etc.
Recipe or Tip to Share : Use a broiler pan or something rather flat and shallow, and place on the drip pan
under the grill racks and for water so that your meat will stay nice and moist while cooking.
Mike Fitzpatrick
Location : Tahoe City, California United States
Occupation : Attorney
Model : BBQ124
Owner Since : February 2008
Grill Story :
We visited a grand openinf at Cabellas, Reno where they were demonstrated. We then visited Buck's in
Rockland, Ca., and he was nice enough to barbeque some ribs to take to a Super Bowl Party. We were
sold. When I won a good sized pool on the Super Bowl I ran right back to Buck and bought my grill. We
have not been disappointed in the least. We have had several large dinners and Everyone said it was
the best ever.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Alder, Maple and Hickory.
Likes to Cook : Ribs and brisket.
Recipe or Tip to Share : Take your time.
Scott Barwick
Location : Whitehall, Ohio USA
Occupation : CSR
Model : Not yet but soon!!!
Owner Since : March, 2008
Grill Story :
Started working for a retail company and fell in love with the grill the first time I used it!
Favorite Type of Pellet : I would use the hickory.
Likes to Cook : Whole pig and hot dogs.
Recipe or Tip to Share : Really sit back and think about with flavor of pellets to use, it makes all the difference!
Rick Perrin
Location : Powhatan, Virginia USA
Occupation : Restaurateur
Model : BBQPIG
Owner Since : 2007
Grill Story :
I found out about Traeger grills through the National BBQ Association, and have also seen many on the
competition circuit. I opened the first Perrin's Bar-Be-Que Express earlier this year, and immediately
knew I had to have the Lil Pig Grill. As you can tell from the picture, "Josie" has become a sort of
mascot for our new venture, and immediately draws traffic to our shopping center. Not only has she
become a big attraction, anything that I cook on her is second to none in flavor. I've been in the
barbeque business for almost thirty years now, and have cooked on pretty much anything and everything
- I can happily say that Traeger grills are a welcome addition to my "pit" crew.
Favorite Type of Pellet : A blend of White Oak and Hickory.
Likes to Cook :
Pork Butts, Chicken, Ribs, Fish ... Anything!!
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Blend fruitwood pellets for fowl; Use Alder for fish; and Blend White Oak and Hickory for everything else.
Gary Eckert
Location : Vancouver, Washington USA
Occupation : Retired
Model : BBQ070
Owner Since : 4/4/2008
Grill Story :
About 5 years ago when I was the Logistics Group Commander for the Air National Guard F-15 unit at Portland
I wanted a way to Cook/BBQ/Smoke food to help the troop morale. We started with one Traeger. It worked so
well and we received so many compliments when hosting BBQs we expanded to 4 Traeger Grills that have had a
lot of use. They hold up incredibly well. I'm now retired and look forward to having a Traeger of my own.
Keep up the good work!
Favorite Type of Pellet : Alder
Likes to Cook :
Salmon // Tri-tip
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Just do it!
Lisa Paul
Location : Keizer, OR USA
Occupation : Sales
Model : BBQ070
Owner Since : 2008
Grill Story :
I first heard of Traeger grills by seeing a demonstration at a local dealer in my area. They were cooking
chicken legs and it was the most flavorful, MOIST BBQ'd chicken I had ever tasted. I bought my Traeger 2
days later. BBQ chicken is my favorite thing to cook because it is always so moist and with other grills
chicken has always come out dry... at least for me.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Apple and maple. A mixture of the 2 is good too.
Likes to Cook :
Chicken and tenderloin.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
I have none - it is error proof.
Dusty Robbins
Location : Auburn, Washington USA
Occupation : Operations Manager
Model : BBQ124
Owner Since : March, 2008
Grill Story :
I tasted some brisket cooked on a Traeger and was instantly hooked. I raised on beef and this
was some of the very best I had tasted.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Apple, Alder
Likes to Cook :
All types of beef, fish, and vegetables.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Be patient. Great cooking can take time and you don't have to be fearful with a Traeger!
Gary Rehberg
Location : Thomasville, Georgia USA
Occupation : Retired
Model : Texas (075)
Owner Since : July 2007
Grill Story :
I had just sold my old smoker and wanted to get something that was easier to use. Local farm
supply had a sign out front advertising Traeger Grills. I stopped in to see what they had
and walked out with the grill I now have.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Hickory
Likes to Cook :
Ribs, Brisket, Boston Butt, Steak, actually everything!
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Just have fun using it.
Sidney Sheffield
Location : Colorado Springs, El Pasco, Colorado
Occupation : Retired
Model : Lil' Texas (070)
Owner Since : 03-20-08
Grill Story :
Walking past the store, I couldn't resist going in and talking to the owners. It took me about 4 weeks to buy one
and I love it.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Apple, Cherry
Likes to Cook :
Clean, easy to use.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Just have fun and enjoy the experience of it
Franklin Jaye
Location : Marshfield, Wisconsin USA
Occupation : Mechanical Engineer
Model : Texas (075)
Owner Since : 2001
Grill Story :
I do business with Smith Brothers Meats in Colby, WI. I love to cook almost anything on my grill.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Pecan, Maple, Hickory
Likes to Cook :
Chicken, ribs, steaks, cookies, pizza, as I said almost anything.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Don't peek, and place a open can of chicken stock on the the rack to maintain a little higher moisture
content this allows the product to stay even moister.
Jacob Samrin
Location : Bakersfield, CA USA
Occupation : Farmer
Model : Texas (075)
Owner Since : 2008
Grill Story :
I have owned a total of 8 grills/smokers I like the Traeger the best. It's truly a "set it and forget it"
unit. You can cook low and slow for hours,or grill up some steaks in just a few minutes. You really can't
beat the Traeger.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Apple
Likes to Cook :
I cook everything on it. Ribs, beef jerky, Tri-tips, you name it!
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Flip the switch, set your temp, crack open a beer, and you are ready to go!
Ed Chun
Location : Medford, OR USA
Occupation : Insurance & Financial Services Agent
Model : Texas (075)
Owner Since : 2007
Grill Story :
A friend bought one a few years ago and was hooked. I received my grill as a gift from a friend that was moving
that didn't have room for the Traeger at his new place so since I actually cooked on his more than he ever did,
he left it for me to us in exchange for a lifetime supply of my homemade dry rub! I have cooked for thousands of
people on my Traeger and proudly wear my ambassador apron when feeding masses. 8 pork butts will fit on the
grill and will feed over 150 people! Everyone but my neighbors love my Traeger as the neighbors have to smell my
smoke and they know I am cooking something great. The picture is my son and I with hockey sticks as I was
cooking pulled pork for a hockey team dinner.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Apple
Likes to Cook :
Pretty much everything but especially pork butts, ribs and buffalo wings.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
If it doesn't move, throw it on the Traeger!
Ryan Armijo
Location : Ellensburg, Washington USA
Occupation : Project Manager
Model : 44 mag
Owner Since : 2008
Grill Story :
I was down at my local homeshow and ran into a fellow named Kevin from Old Mill country store who I had
spoken to earlier about Traegers, I didnt need much more convincing after I demoed one i had to have one.
Favorite Type of Pellet : All of em
Likes to Cook :
Everything and I mean everything! This thing is great!!!
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Lower heat Longer time its worth the wait.
Bill Lulofs
Location : Alameda, California US
Occupation : Product Manager - Data Center Technologies
Model : Lil' Tex
Owner Since : 2001
Grill Story :
My friend Phil told me about smoking with Traeger, he was so hooked he salivated when he would
tell me each Monday what he fixed on the grill on the weekend. Smoked turkey prepared in a
3-day brine of salt/vinegar/orange juice/brown sugar with herbs is my signature dish. Pork
loin with a dry rub, apple cider vinegar spritz throughout, then country style mustard glaze
is good. The dry rub pork ribs are outstanding, BBQ sauce at the end. Salmon is awesome with
cracked black pepper and lemon juice. When the grill and bags of pellets showed up on a pallet
with a truck and forklift, my wife thought I had lost it. She has no regrets now, nor do I.
Favorite Type of Pellet :
I love the Mesquite for most things, Alder for Salmon, and hickory for pork.
Likes to Cook :
Whole turkey, pork ribs and tenderloin, and salmon. I have also done smoke curried pecans and
smoked green olive in garlic. Picture is me at 2007 Christmas getting up early to put the 18lb
turkey on for 18 guests for dinner. It was in brine for 3 days, outstanding results.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Use damp paper towels to collect the tiny ashes that remain after smoking with the Traeger
efficient pellets.
John Varga
Location : Grand Junction, CO USA
Occupation : Mortgage Planner
Model : Executive
Owner Since : 2006
Grill Story :
I had been frustrated with my Weber gas grill and was looking for a quality replacement gas grill. The
local Traeger dealer described the difference and was doing a demonstration, I was impressed by the
taste of the food, the ease of operation and the quality of the smoker/grills. I teamed up with the
dealer and entered the KCBS challenge for the first time in Sept. 2007 and we are planning to enter a
few more this year.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Hickory and Apple
Likes to Cook :
I like everything on the Traeger. Take and bake pizzas are wonderful. Salmon, ribs, chicken, turkey,
brisket, asparagus, mushrooms, pineapple slices are all terrific. I like to sprinkle balsamic vinegar,
sesame oil salt and pepper on asparagus and smoke for 45 minutes to one hour.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
There is definitely a small learning curve when you first use a Traeger. Be patient, cook slow and
be creative.
Jake Price
Location : Garden City, KS USA
Occupation : Attorney, Loan Officer, Cattleman
Model : Lil Tex
Owner Since : 2007
Grill Story :
My in-laws sell Traegers at their Cycle Shop in Garden City, and my wife and I just recently purchased
a grill for ourselves. We are looking forward to trying out a bunch of new recipes. We love how
versatile our grill is. Since my wife doesn't eat a lot of meat, she is determined to prove that
grilling isn't just for carnivores! As far as I'm concerned, nothing beats a steak cooked on a Traeger!
Favorite Type of Pellet : Maple
Likes to Cook : Steak, hamburgers, hot dogs, brisket, and veggies! Even pizza tastes
better on a Traeger!
Recipe or Tip to Share : Experiment, and have fun doing it!
George Baird
Location : Luling, Louisiana USA
Occupation : Instrument Technologist
Model : BBQ125
Owner Since : 2004
Grill Story :
In the past I have watched the Food Network very much and there was a Grill cook off with Al Roker on the Road. I saw the wood pellet grilles and got very interested. I did some homework and found the Taeger grills. My wife and I love good BBQ and wanted to create some of our own. Chicken, Pork & Steak are our favorite meats. My wife and I do a lot of camping and we have figured out a way of bringing the grill with us. We even bring this grill to Mardi gras parades.
Favorite Type of Pellet :
Alder, Pecan, Hickory & Apple 50/50
Likes to Cook :
I cook all of our meats on this grill. My favorite is Steak using either Alder or Pecan. We do a lot of Briskets and use a combination of Apple and Hickory. The neighbors and people that I work with just love the taste. When I am cooking, my neighbor calls me and asks me to quit stinking up the neighborhood (in a joking way).
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Make sure that you cook at the right temperature for what you are cooking and have patience. Do not lift the lid every 2 or 3 minutes. The food is not going to burn. Trust Me.
Karalee Skye
Location : Elma, Washington USA
Occupation : Receptionist for Rotters
Model : Lil' Tex
Owner Since : Nov 2007
Grill Story :
Matt Baydo works with me and also sells them, and I got the grill for my husband for
Christmas and he cooks on it at least 5 nights a week.
Favorite Type of Pellet :
Depends on what we are cooking but I really like the Grape vine and Apple....
Likes to Cook :
Anything from pizza to BBQ ribs and chicken we cook everything on it.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
If you like the smoke flavor make sure you smoke it first then cook it, My husband
does a great job, For Thanksgiving we did a turkey in our oven and on on thr Traeger
and everyone loved the one on the Traeger so for Christmas we did both turkeys on
the Traeger... and since it has been so cold and windy out my husband has made
himself a wind block for the grill...
Eric Fehrenbach
Location : Marshfield, Wisconsin USA
Occupation : Sales Rep.
Model : BBQ075
Owner Since : October of 2007
Grill Story :
My friend Jaye Franklin got me going. He had some chicken that was several hours old and his griill
was on smoke to keep it warm and I thought no way, then I tried one. SOLD, He delivered my grill the next day.
Favorite Type of Pellet :
I have found that a blend of apple and maple, works great for smoking and grilling, no one has ever complained,
that way I am not always changing pellets.
Likes to Cook :
Where do I start; Baby back ribs, My wife hated to eat them until she tried mine from the Traeger, My kids
love when I cook bacon on it and the chicken and prime rib is to die for. Also, the smoked Salmon, I have had
people that said they didn't like smoked salmon until they tried mine. I have had to tell people to stop
bringing me stuff to cook so I keep submitting their name in the refer a friend program. So maybe I will win
a bigger grill!!!
Recipe or Tip to Share : Follow the recipe book!
Cale Reed
Location : Sebring, Florida USA
Occupation : Automotive Recycler
Model : BBQ075
Owner Since : December 2007
Grill Story :
This is the best grill out there period Ive never cooked on any(Gas or
Charcoal) grill that gave me the results that a Traeger Grill gives...I made
my first prime rib on it and fed about 15 people and they were amazed at the
flavor ..I used Traegers prime rib rub and cooked it for about 5 1/2 hours
and it was unreal...I will NEVER use anything else but my Traeger
Favorite Type of Pellet : Hickory,Apple,Garlic
Likes to Cook : Prime Rib,Ribs and Chicken
Recipe or Tip to Share : After cooking on a Traeger you will never cook on any other grill...
Chuck Kecskes
Location : Vista, California US
Occupation : Managment/Costco
Model : Professional 124
Owner Since : Jan. 2008
Grill Story :
My brother and I started a competition in BBQing tri-tip and I am getting an
unfair advantage. I love by brother but I will always play to win.
Favorite Type of Pellet :
Oak and Mesuite
Likes to Cook :
Brisket, Tri-tip, Ribeye roast.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Enjoy every minute and share all you know with our friends... except your
brother
Michael Hawkins
Location : Dunwoody, Georgia USA
Occupation : Lawyer
Model : Lil Tex
Owner Since : 12/2007
Grill Story :
Flem Whited, a lawyer in Florida got me interested in smoking and grilling,
and I saw his traeger and asked for one from wife for Chirstmas. I liked to
cook ribs mostly, but do brisket and chicken wings also. I decided to get
the Lil Tex becuase it allows me to travel with it. I have a house in
Atlanta and a house on Lake Oconee and it allows me to take my grill
wherever I go. The first weekend I got the grill I took it up to Boone, NC
from Atlanta for a ski trip and I cooked out for my wife's family. They
loved it, and couldn't believe when I pulled up with the grill attached to
the trailer hitch!
Favorite Type of Pellet : Hickory
Likes to Cook : Ribs, Brisket, Wings
Recipe or Tip to Share : Wrap your ribs or your brisket
for the last two hours in tin foil to keep the meat moist.
Jerry Hall
Location : Conroe, Texas USA
Occupation : Retired
Model : Texas BBQ075
Owner Since : 2003
Grill Story :
I heard about traeger grills from a friend, and tried it and love it now. It
is by far the best I have ever owned.
Favorite Type of Pellet :
Mesquite, hickory, and maple.
Likes to Cook :
Brisket, ribs, chicken, pork tenderloin roll, and whole turkey.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Wipe yellow mustard on brisket first, then plenty of brisket rub, then smoke
for 10 to 12 hours.
Rick Gaylard
Location : Charleston, SC US
Occupation : Network Security Specialist
Model : BBQ075
Owner Since : January 2006
Grill Story :
We have a lot of fairly large family gatherings at my place and cooking
burgers and dogs just got to be ho-hum. I got interested in barbecuing and
investigated several different types of cookers. My research led to me to
conclude that I did not want to babysit a wood fire hour after long hour.
The pellet grills / smokers seemd to be a good fit for me. And my
investigation concluded that Traeger was the pellet grill to go with. Now
that I have it, and have thoroughly enjoyed it for two years, I can now say
I'm a genius for my research and final purchase.
Favorite Type of Pellet :
I like a combination of oak, hickory, and apple for most of my smoking. For
grilling, I'll use mostly mesquite for beef, alder for fish, and hickory for
other meats.
Likes to Cook :
I like to smoke pork butts and shoulders, brisket, and chicken. But my
favorite is a well-marbled ribeye steak grilled with mesquite pellets.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Get the digital thermometer. You get to control your temperature to a much
closer degree of exactness.
Lee & Laura Sweat
Location : Savannah, GA USA
Occupation : Solid surface countertop fabricator
Model : Four BBQ070 and One BBQ075
Owner Since : 2006
Grill Story :
Laura and I cook in professional bbq contests across the Southeast. Cooking
on a traditional offset smoker was very labor intensive and not real
consistent. Competition bbq is about consistency. So, I looked into pellet
cookers and the Traegers were so highly recommended that I had to try one.
The trial went so well that I bought a 2nd Traeger two weeks later. With
only a couple weeks of practice, we entered a contest and scored 1st place
in Pork and 2nd place in Ribs & Chicken! A week later we scored another 2nd
place in ribs. The Traeger Grills exceeded our expectations. Not only did
they cook with amazing consistency, but it was just so easy to cook on the
Traegers. A few months later we became Traeger dealers because of their
wonderful products & support. We love cooking everything on our Traegers. We
recently took the Traeger on a camping trip and within minutes of unloading
the Traeger, we had 5 or 6 people stop by to admire and inquire about them.
Favorite Type of Pellet :
I love blending the pellets. Apple, hickory, & oak mixed are my favorite.
But I love oak for brisket and pecan for pork.
Likes to Cook :
I do lots of practicing on brisket, ribs, pork, & chicken for competitions,
but what I really love to cook on the Traeger?.......steak! Ribeyes!
Recipe or Tip to Share :
No peeking! If you're looking, you ain't cooking. Every time you open the
lid of your smoker, you increase the amount of cooking time.
Tim Duval San Diego, CA USA
Occupation : CEO
Model : 'Lil Tex
Owner Since : 2007
Grill Story :
Best grill ever! A friend of mine in Kansas City turned me on to what good
smoked BBQ can taste like so I wanted something with great temperature
control. I was tired of charcoal and gas grills and found Traeger and I have
never looked back!
Favorite Type of Pellet : Apple
Likes to Cook : Brisket, Ribs, Beer Can Chicken
Recipe or Tip to Share :
Tim's Wet Rub Beer Can Chicken 1 whole chicken, 4 to 5 pounds 1 standard
size (12 oz) can of beer (be creative!) Traeger BBQ Sauce Wet Rub: 1
teaspoon dry mustard 1 teaspoon granulated onion 1 teaspoon paprika 1
teaspoon kosher salt 1 teaspoon granulated garlic 1 teaspoon ground
coriander ½ teaspoon ground cumin ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Grape seed oil (enough to create a paste) Remove and set aside the neck and
giblets. Spoil your dog by cooking them up later. Discard any excess fat
from the chicken. Rinse the chicken, inside and out, under cold water and
pat dry with paper towels. Pour the beer into a bowl and mix in some Traeger
BBQ sauce. Mix well and pour mixture back in can until about ¾ full. To make
the rub: Mix all dry ingredients in a small bowl. Make into a wet rub by
mixing in grape seed oil and whisking with a fork to create a paste. Do not
let it get too runny. Use a silicone tipped basting brush to paint the
entire chicken after positioning it on the beer can. If you are into tasty
skin then double the recipe for the rub to make a generous wet rub coating.
Use a piece of onion or apple to plug the hole in the neck to keep the
moisture in the cavity. Carefully set the chicken standing up right on the
grill. Cook on Traeger 180° (Low) for 1½ hours. Turn up heat to 275°
(Medium) and cook until breast meat temperature reaches a little above 165°
(about another hour). Then turn up to 300° (High) to crisp the skin up for
about 15 minutes. Check every few or so minutes until it is browned to your
liking. Wearing barbecue mitts, carefully remove the chicken and the can
from the grill, being careful not to spill the beer it will be hot. Let
the chicken rest for about 10 minutes before lifting it from the can.
Discard the beer. Cut the chicken into serving pieces. Serve warm.
Christopher Barry Hillsboro, OR USA
Occupation : Mortgage Broker
Model : Executive
Owner Since : 2001
Grill Story :
Received a grill as a reward. It is used primarily during big games and
thanksgiving and christmas. My favorite is a tie between the Savory Turkey
or the Smoky Tri-tip. Experimented with blends of pellets till I got the
flavor no one can duplicate.
Favorite Type of Pellet : oak, apple, walnut, pecan
Likes to Cook : birds & beef
Recipe or Tip to Share : be patient and let the smoke permeate the meat
Greg Hatten Eugene, OR USA
Occupation : Small Business Owner
Model : Early Deluxe
Owner Since : Sprg 2007
Grill Story :
A very good friend of mine gave me his very used Deluxe when he upgraded to
a brand new Executive. I replaced the motor and completely stripped and
restored the Traeger... I use it almost every weekend and wonder why it took
me so long to discover the magic of wood. Nothing like a fresh Steelhead
fillet on the grill cooked with Mesquite pellets and light seasoning.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Mesquite
Likes to Cook : Steelhead is my favorite - but Pork Tenderloin runs a close second.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
The more I take my time - the better the outcome. I soaked a Steelhead in a
mixture of Orange Marmalade, Dark Beer & Soy, and Brown Sugar for a few
hours and then put it on the Traeger for a few hours on "smoke" ... Fantastic!!
Charlie Johnson La Grande, OR USA
Occupation : College Student
Model : 22 Mag
Owner Since : Christmas Day 2006
Grill Story : I first experienced the joys of Traeger when my girlfriend's father cooked a
prime rib on one the night I first met him. I loved the food so much that he
wasn't able to keep me away. My girlfriend's parents gave me a 22 Mag for
Christmas last year so that I could cook with it at college. I keep it in my
closet in the dorm building and just take it outside whenever I want to
grill.
Favorite Type of Pellet : Hickory and Maple generally, but an Apple smoked Prime is unbeatable.
Likes to Cook : The 22 Mag is pretty small so I generally cook things like Tri-tip steaks,pork chops, and chicken legs.
Recipe or Tip to Share :
The 22 Mag is susceptible to wind, which speeds up the pellets and may cause
problems like uneven cooking, so try to find a sheltered area to cook with it.
Tim Voss Newberg, Oregon USA
Occupation : Warehouse employee
Traeger Owner Since : June 2007
Heard About Traeger From : A friend, and online. Mailings, state fair. etc.
Favorite Type of Pellet : All, by one, or mixed
Favorite Food to Cook : All
Recipe or Tip to Share : Pizza, all is good though! Just like the old fire baked pizza like when I was a kid!
Brian Fackler Vancouver, WA USA
Occupation : Senior Dispatcher - Bonnevill Power
Traeger Owner Since : 2007
Heard About Traeger From : Home Show - County/State Fair
Favorite Type of Pellet : Alder
Favorite Food to Cook : Pork Ribs, Chicken, and Vegetables
Recipe or Tip to Share : Baby Back Pork Ribs: Remove membrane from back side of ribs, lightly cover both sides
of ribs with rub. Use alder pellets bring up to medium temperature, place on rib rack with thick part of rip up, cook
for 1/2 hour, set temperature to low (smoke for 4 hours), spray with mixture equal parts lime juice-Canadian whisky-water
once each 1/2 hour, cook on medium temperature for 1/2 hour more, remove ribs from grill, brush ribs with butter and apple
juice while placed in aluminum foil. Wrap and let ribs rest in the foil for 1/2 hour.
Curt Hamel Hill City, Kansas USA
Occupation : Foodservice Consultant
Traeger Owner Since : May 2007
Heard About Traeger From : Friends
Favorite Type of Pellet : I've only tried Hickory and Mesquite so far and love 'em both!
Favorite Food to Cook : We recently moved back home to Kansas and were in the
market for a new grill. I kept using the old charcoal grill until one day I
came home from work, walked around to the back door and saw a big cardboard
box. The box was only about waist high and said "Smith and Wesson" on the
side. It was my birthday and my wife had an ornery grin on her face. My mind
was running wild and I didn't want her to know but I was really upset
inside. I thought she had bought me a really short gun cabinet that probably
cost lots of money and wouldn't hold any of the guns I own! To my surprise
it was the Traeger 38 Special! It's been one of the best birthday presents
ever. We don't have a favorite food just yet because we're still
experimenting with everything. However the ribs have been fantastic!
Recipe or Tip to Share : We cook all of our complimentary vegetables on the
grill. We make a heavy duty aluminum foil boat, pour in the vegetables with
a little butter and garlic powder on top and put them on alongside the meat.
As the meat smokes and cooks the smoke flavor gets into the vegetables as
well. You can't beat it!
Matt Joseph Palmer, NE USA
Occupation : Farmer
Traeger Owner Since : 2004
Heard About Traeger From : Friend
Favorite Type of Pellet : Hickory, Cherry, Garlic, Onion
Favorite Food to cook : Chicken, Turkey, Pork Loin, Boston Butt
Ruple Harley , Jr. Greenville, SC
Occupation : Funeral Director
Owner Since : 1994
I found Traeger searching the Internet to locate the best grill made and found the Treager web site. Since then I have purchased three Traeger grills and gave my first to my son.
Favorite Pellet : Apple
Favorite Foods : Spareribs , pork butts, steak , deer ,fish and chicken.
Favorite Recipe : I soak my chicken in a vinegar based sauce for 12 hours before smoking. I also recently discovered that the hot and spicy Allegro sauce is a great marinate for steaks. Ten to twelve hours ahead of cooking.
Nick Schmit, Lyons, OR
Occupation : Computer Store Owner
Owner Since : 2002
I found Traeger while providing dial-up support, the more I talked with Mr BBQ the more I wanted to try one of their grills. I had my reservations,but once I switched there's no going back. I cannot imaging cooking on any other grill than a Traeger grill. I love my Lil' Tex!
Favorite Pellet : Garlic, Hickory
Favorite Foods : Everything from chicken to pizza!
Favorite Recipe : Using the Traeger cookbook, my favorite has to be smoking a whole Turkey! This last Thanksgiving I smoked a 14 Lb. Turkey. Needless to say from that day forward Thanksgiving will be at our house.
Karl Campobasso, Milwaukee, OR
Occupation : Health Plan Sales Executive
Owner Since : 2003
I found Traeger while on a sales trip to Mt. Angel
Favorite Pellet : Maple
Favorite Foods : Chicken or Ribs
Favorite Recipe : Before the Traeger, I thought the only way to get moist chicken was to plant a beer can in the appropriate cavity. Now I use a stainless up-right whole chicken stand and use the poultry dry rub. Moist flavorful chicken every time.
Bruce Bjorkman, Salem, OR
Occupation : Traeger Marketing Director and radio talk show host
Owner Since : 1991
I found Traeger while writing a twice monthly barbecue column in a local newspaper. As a tried and true, "It's got to be real wood smoke to be barbecue" kinda guy, this grill blows me away!
Favorite Pellet : Pecan and Apple
Favorite Foods : Ribs, Salmon,Rib-eye steaks, potatoes, bacon and eggs, pizza,everything!
Favorite Recipe : Let your meat warm up before you switch to smoke mode. The smoke will be more deeply absorbed by the meat after it's had a chance to warm up. And....tune into my weekly radio show, "Cooking Outdoors With Mr. Barbecue" on NewsRadio750, KXL. (listen over the Internet at kxl.com).
Peter Bigley, Portland, OR
Occupation : Residential Mortgage Broker
Owner Since : 1996
I was at a friend's home in Vancouver, WA for dinner one night. He was doing pork ribs on his new-fangled pellet BBQ. They were the best I ever tasted. I was an owner of a Traeger 125 Executive in a week after that. Since then, I have purchased three more, a 101 and took it to work for lunches, an 020 Go-Q to take when I cook at other people's homes, and upgraded my first generation 125 to a newer stainless 125 Executive.
Favorite Pellet : Alder
Favorite Foods : Pork Ribs, salmon, flank steak, pork loin
Favorite Recipe : Heavy duty aluminum foil.It does not pay to skimp. Makes clean up so much easier. Also an instant read thermometer. So much easier to get it done right.
Ivan Kuhn, Colwich, KS
Occupation : Telecommunications Sales
Owner Since : 2001
I became acquainted with the Traeger Grill when my father-in-law opened up a meat market in Hays, KS. Everyone who comes into his meat market mentions they use a Traeger to grill their steaks and meats. My wife and I were due for a new grill after being on our third one in 12 years. Needless to say, we were so tired of burnt chicken, burnt hamburgers and steaks, especially the price of meat now days. Well, my wife and I decided we were going to get a grill that was going to last us for at least ten years. My wife stated, honey, I'm not interested in any grill unless it is a Traeger. I stopped by the local Traeger dealer in Hays and after about 30 minutes, we were sold. Still being unsure of our purchase, I decided I would follow the directions since I've already made the investment. Well, needless to say, I have never been so impressed with a grill like I've been with the Traeger. I actually look forward to grilling on my Traeger. Thanks Dad-in-law, thanks Honey,for being so closed minded about not being interested in any other grill.
Favorite Pellet : Mesquite
Favorite Foods : Steaks, hamburgers,chicken, brats, sausage
Favorite Recipe : Drunken Chicken-two chickens on a two seater chicken rack. Drink out about one third beer out of each can of beer. Take your spices and liquid smoke and pour them into the beer cans to create your sauce. Put the chickens on the rack above the beer cans and set them on the grill and wait until they are ready. Oh, by the way, make sure you get the auto temp. monitor,so you can enjoy a beer or two while you are waiting for the chickens to become drunken golden brown.
John & Vivienne, Saunders Fall City, WA
Occupation : Insurance Sales
Owner Since : 1991
My wife blew up a gas grill, I found a Traeger at a fireplace shop. What a find! we use our grill all year, we could not live without it. (the fireplace shop hooked me on a Hot dog!)
Favorite Pellet : cherry, we have tried them all but keep coming back to cherry
Favorite Foods : Everything is better on a Traeger. Chicken, beef, seafood....pork, turkeys you name it..You can cook chicken and it doesn't dry out! Do that on your gas grill!
Favorite Recipe : Every year I cook a 20-25 lb turkey, I look forward to this all year, Try a grill, you will never go back to anything else!
Clay Holmes, OKEECHOBEE, FL
Occupation : Fire/Rescue
Owner Since : 2002
Friend showed me his grill while hunting on a lease in Al.
Favorite Pellet : Any, depends on what I'm cooking
Favorite Foods : Anything from beef to alligator!!!!
Favorite Recipe : try cooking meat at lower temp. and longer times.
Kelly Thornton, Portland, OR
Occupation : Jeweler
Owner Since : 2003
Friend
Favorite Pellet : Maple, Apple
Favorite Foods : Brisket, ribs ,turkey and chicken
Favorite Recipe : Brisket wet-rub
This is a recipe that gets rave reviews from everyone who's tasted it.
1/2 cup ground coffee
1/3 cup sea or kosher salt
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup hot paprika
2 tbls ground cardamon
2 tbls ground ginger
1/2 cup chopped garlic
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 tbls Knorr beef bouillon concentrate or 2 beef bouillon cubes dissolved in small amount of water.
Mix all ingredient in a small bowl until smooth. Consistency should be a wet paste but not runny. If too dry add more oil. A food processor helps. Spread generously all over brisket and marinade overnight. (I have done this same day without any marinade time with good results) Start Traeger on High ten minutes. Put brisket in and reduce heat setting to low and cook 8-10 hours .
Sue Cenfetelli, Erie, PA
Occupation : Billing Clerk
Owner Since : 2004 (1 month)
We attend several county fairs and have always seen the grill for the last two years. We now own one and it is the best purchase we have made.
At first I wasn't sure, it does take some getting used to. I must say that I have used it every day since we got it two weeks ago. I have never tasted food the way it tastes on the Traeger grill. Lamb Chops, chicken, shrimp, hamburger, country ribs, sausage, etc. You can work all day and let the grill make your dinner, without having to hope it isn't burning like it would on a regular grill.
We love it, I may start writing down recipes to share.
Favorite Pellet : Oak and Hickory
Favorite Foods : Lamb Chops, tender juicy and delicious
Favorite Recipe : Our first experience was not using enough oak to create a good heat, we mixed too many flavor pellets. You learn as you go. Keep trying new ways.
Murray Johnson Ontario, CA
Occupation : Retired
Owner Since : 2003
Internet
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Beef Ribs & Brisket
Favorite Recipe : Beef Ribs: Purchase beef ribs that have not been channel cut. (the meat cut from between the ribs)
Cut the rib racks to produce individual ribs. Remove membrane from back of rib.
Rub: 1/2 cup Traeger BBQ Rub
1/8 cup Sweet Hungarian Paprika
1/8 cup brown sugar
Mix rub in shallow bowl and apply to individual ribs by wetting hands and placing rub in palm then on to the ribs.
Cooking: Heat Traeger grill on high for20 minutes. Add ribs bone side down. Lower to med for 1/2 hour and then lower to smoke for 4 to 5 hours.
During the last 1/2 hour baste with you favorite sauce.
Remove from heat and serve. This method really gets the smoke ring into the whole rib.
Mike Tolley, Nephi, Ut
Occupation : Plumber
Owner Since : 2003
My cousin had one and he cooked with it at a family party. Everyone loved the food and that's when I decided that I needed to purchase a Traeger.
Favorite Pellet : Pecan & Apple Mixed
Favorite Foods : Prime Rib* Chicken Marinated Turkey
Marjorie Schofield Cayuga, ON
Owner Since : 1990
At a home show in Long Beach California. I ordered one and had it shipped to Ontario, Canada.
Favorite Pellet : I have two: mesquite and hickory
Favorite Foods : Baby back ribs, brisket, chicken, also I did salmon one day for guests and they could not believe it. I also thought it was the best salmon I ever had.
Favorite Recipe : One I like, I take chicken wings and season them with creole spice, rub it in good, place on smoker on low then go fishing, come back and delicious. A lot less fat than buffalo wings and that smoky flavor is wonderful. Everyone loves them.
Tony Untalan, Wilsonville, OR
Occupation : Telecom
Owner Since : 1996
My first grill was a PIGE (serial number 076). It was given to me in Guam as a gift from one of my employees in early 1996. I moved to Wilsonville, Oregon in 1997 and brought the grill with me in May 1997. In total miles, the grill made the round trip from Oregon to Guam, and back to Oregon for a total distance of 11,352 miles. I recently traded that grill for a Texas 075 in late 2003. I will always own a Traeger grill for as long as I live.
Favorite Pellet : Mesquite
Favorite Foods : Baby Back Ribs
John Welch, Pembroke, NH
Occupation : Sr. R&D Scientist
Owner Since : 2004
I was looking for a wood pellet stove for a new addition on my home.At the wood stove shop I noticed this grill in the corner. I thought to myself "What a great idea, a wood pellet grill". I went to the online site for more information and was "sold". When people ask about it,I like to tell them that it has "The convenience of gas and the flavor of charcoal, but more!"
Favorite Pellet : Hickory, so far!
Favorite Foods : Turkey Breasts
Favorite Recipe : Not yet, I am still a novice!
James Willey, Gas City, IN
Occupation : High School Principal
Owner Since : 2004
Your vendor in Wabash, Indiana---Mr. Tim Roberts.
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Boston Butt and Ribs
Favorite Recipe : I cook my ribs (with Traeger rub) in foil on high for the first hour, then open the foil but let them cook in their own juices
Charles Mueller, Bryant, AR
Occupation : Government Contractor/Retired Military
Owner Since : June 2004
Relative - We were at their house and they were using their grill, and I fell in love with the concept, and of course the smell of the meat being grilled/smoked. I immediately ordered the Little Tex Grill. We received the grill a couple of days ago, grilled a pork tenderloin, and it was awesome!!! Gave a sample to my neighbors, and now they are considering getting a Traeger Grill.
Favorite Pellet : Only have used hickory so far, looking forward to using other pellets.
Favorite Foods : Too new of an owner to list a favorite, but, I am looking forward to smoking a turkey and cooking chicken on the grill.
Favorite Recipe : Pork Tenderloin marinated in soy sauce with a touch of lemon juice and worcestershire sauce is pretty awesome!
Jerry & Cindy King, Wichita, KS
Occupation : Product Manager
Owner Since : 1999
We like to grill a lot. We used to wear out a gas grill every two years to a point where we either had to purchase several expensive replacement parts or buy a new grill. We have been using the Traeger BBQ100 for almost 5 years and are very satisfied with the results & reliability. We use it year round.
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Ribs, Turkey Breasts, Steaks, Thick Pork Chops, Burgers
Favorite Recipe : Kansas is usually very windy. Protecting the grill from the wind while grilling is very important for maintaining grill temperature.
NICK GIUSTO, GRESHAM, OR
Occupation : MOTORCYCLE SALES
Owner Since : 2004
MY DAD BOUGHT ONE A YEAR OR SO AGO. HE USED TO BURN EVERYTHING UNTILHE GOT THE ONE AND ONLY TRAEGER! SO I GOT MARRIED ON MAY 1ST 2004 ANDALL I WANTED WAS MY VERY OWN TRAEGER SO A FEW FAMILY MEMBERS CHIPPEDIN AND GOT MY WIFE AND I A LIL' TEX AND WE COULDN'T BE HAPPIER!
Favorite Pellet : WHATEVER KIND I CANSTEAL FROM MY DAD
Favorite Foods : I JUST LOVE STEAK ANYKIND OF STEAK!
Favorite Recipe : I GOT MY TREAGER AMONTH AGO SO I REALLY DON'T HAVE ONE YET
Harry Baldwin, Blacksburg,VA
Occupation : Sales
Owner Since : 1992
I was a retailer of the Whitfield pellet stove back in the early 90's,and a distributor introduced us to the Traeger grill during that time. We've been using our Traeger BBQ100 ever since.
Favorite Pellet : oak & hickory
Favorite Foods : Salmon & turkey
Stan Chapman, Harvest, AL
Owner Since : 2000
I won my Traeger cooker at the inaugural Rocket City Barbeque Cook off in Huntsville, Alabama. I've been a BBQ enthusiast ever since, and I'm about to enter my first KCBS contest.
Favorite Pellet : Apple
Favorite Foods : Ribs
Favorite Recipe : Take the time to learn where the hot spots and cool spots are on your cooker. Different size cuts of meat will cook in differing times.
Gary Christopher, Cedar Hill, Tx
Occupation : IT Director
Owner Since : 1994
Introduced by a friend who owned one
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Beef Brisket Baby Back Ribs
Favorite Recipe : Beef brisket (USING Traeger Beef RUB)
1. Do not trim the fat before cooking
2. Smoke, meat down side for 12 hours
3. Cook at 225 on Fat side for 1 hour
4. Turn back to meat side and finish cooking at 225 degrees
5. Brisket will be so tender, you can cut it with a fork.
Allen Young, Sedalia, Mo
Occupation : Traeger Retailer
Owner Since : 2004
Going to BBQ Cook Offs and looking at what was being used. Also doing research on the web as to what is traditional BBQ and how to get the best tasting product in front of the public.
Favorite Pellet : Apple
Favorite Foods : Pork Loin, ribs, boston butts, briskets
Favorite Recipe : USE CORRECT WOOD PELLETSON THE MEATS YOU ARE SMOKING.
Chris Dickman Tampa, FL
Occupation : Financial Consultant
Owner Since: 1997
It was the best thing that came out of my Father-in-Law's second divorce! I got the BBQ-075 and have enjoyed it ever since. My friends are also thrilled that I have it. They love coming over for Pork Ribs and Pork Shoulder.
Favorite Pellet : OAK - It's the best taste for pork
Favorite Foods : Pork ribs, the big meaty kind, not the little baby backs. And any kind of pork shoulder or butt.
Favorite Recipe : I like using a combination of dry rub and rubbing in some BBQ sauce the night before and letting the meat soak in the flavor. Slow cooking the pork at around 180-200 for many hours produces the best tasting pork.
Howard Pitler Aurora, CO
Occupation : Educational Research
Owner Since : 2003
I did extensive research (it's what I do for a living, after all) into different types of grills. I had just moved to Colorado from Kansas and had given my old propane grills to my kids. I knew I didn't want another propane grill, because even though they are convenient, there is no real taste. I considered going back to charcoal, but the speed of cooking and the need to buy an additional smoker grill was a downside. After I found the Traeger, I knew this is what I was looking for.
Favorite Pellet : Apple
Favorite Foods : Salmon, veggies, and steak. Then again, turkey was great too. Everything tastes better on the Traeger.
Favorite Recipe : Coconut crusted salmon
2 good sized salmon steaks
8 oz. unsalted macadamia nuts, chopped
8 oz. shredded sweetened coconut
1/2 cup fresh bread crumbs
2 tbsp coriander, finely chopped
1/4 cup melted butter
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Heat grill on high, using Applewood chips
Mix all ingredients except the salmon and butter in a food processor.
melt butter and coat the salmon
bread the salmon thickly
Put salmon steaks on grill, about 5 minutes per side.
I usually have asparagus and butter with Traeger veggie shake in foil as a side dish Enjoy
Randy Arrowood Tyrone, GA
Occupation :
Owner Since : 2003
I smelled one cooking at The Outdoor Cooker in Highlands Ranch, Colorado and had to see where the smoke was coming from. We use our Lil' Tex at least 3 nights a week, normally to share with friends.
Favorite Pellet : Mesquite
Favorite Foods : Ribs are the best by far, but we enjoy salmon, pork tenderloin, pulled pork shoulder, whole chicken, turkey, you name it!
Favorite Recipe : I soak my baby back ribs in pineapple juice and apple juice for 24 hours. Then, I rinse them off and rub them down with Colorado Buffalo Salt's Smoked Jalapeno Salt and wrap in aluminum foil for 24 hours. Then, I put them on medium for about 2 hours remaining in the foil. Then, I remove them from the foil and smoke them for another 2 hours. Then, I turn it up to medium for 2 more hours. Finally, I crank it up to high until the bones fall out. Let them rest for about 10 minutes to seal in the juice and flavor.
Johnny Alexander Keizer, OR
Occupation : Internal Auditor
Owner Since : 2003
My wife works with a family member. The attached picture was taken 8/28/2004 while I was smoking 40 pounds of pork for an office party for about 30 people. I also served baked beans and cole slaw.
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Pulled pork, beef briskets
Eric Surface Vancouver, WA
Occupation : Sales
Owner Since : 2004
A buddy had won one in a contest and as soon as I saw it I was hooked. I do a lot of cooking at group functions and with the addition of the hitch carrier on rig it is now "Traeger on the Road."
Favorite Pellet : Cherry or Hickory depending on the menu
Favorite Foods : Traeger Fajitas, Salmon Kabobs
Favorite Recipe : Soak your chicken and whole onion in salsa for half a day. Remove seeds and pith from your peppers and put all the food on the Traeger on Medium. After you flip all the ingredients put the tortilla shells on the grill. Once everything is done put it all on the cutting board. Chop it all together, load up and eat up.
Joe Bernal Rogers, Ar
Occupation : Retired CHP Officer
Owner Since : 1998
I struck up a conversation about barbecuing with a guy at church and he mentioned he had a wood pellet smoker he wanted to get rid of. I went to Oregon and bought a mini trailer and I became a dealer in Sacramento. I sold many barbecues, then got my brothers-in-law in So. Calif hooked on them and now they're selling them. I moved to Arkansas and starting to get people interested in pellet smokers out here. The first words out of their mouths is " I've never had anything so delicious, how does it work? And the rest is history.
Favorite Pellet : Mesquite
Favorite Foods : Tri Tip roast, smoked pork ribs and of course chicken. The prime rib comes out better than anything I've ever had in a restaurant.
James & Jane Brown Grass Valley, CA
Occupation : designer/director
Owner Since : 09/04
We searched every BBQ available available. This was the perfect choice. Love everything about it. It was worth spending hours on line doing my homework.
Favorite Pellet : So far the hickory is all we have had
Favorite Foods : Chicken wings! Burgers. Pork Loin. Porterhouse. Bone in Rib-eye, sirloin steaks.
Favorite Recipe : Wash and pat dry chicken wings. Saturate with olive oil so the goo will stick to them. I started out with a package of veggie shake and mixed it in blender with frozen orange juice concentrate, worcestershire, about a dozen sm/med tomatoes, a little anise, fresh dill, a dash of mace, about 10 whole garlic cloves, and balsamic vinegar(A GOOD ONE!) and mixed it all in the blender. Poured this over the wings, cover and refrigerate. (Turn and mix the goop all over the wings every time you open the fridge or thought about how good they were going to be!) Next night grill the wings. I'll call them "Jane's flyin~flippin Q ala orange"
Michael Ryno Highlands Ranch, CO
Occupation : Banking Officer
Owner Since : 2003
I attended a grilling class at The Outdoor Cooker in Colorado, where Chef Allen Burton specializes in cooking a variety of foods on the Traeger. One taste of the slow cooked pork ribs and I was hooked.
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Baby Back Ribs, Beef Brisket, Salmon, Beer Can Chicken.
Favorite Recipe : Beer Can Chicken: 12-oz can of beer (half empty), Traeger chicken rub, Apple pellets. Apply rub inside and outside of skin, insert beer can through cavity of chicken, cook at medium for about 1.5 hours, until breast temperature reaches 175. Carve and serve.
Scott Phariss Sacramento, CA
Occupation : Service Manager @ Hearth Store
Owner Since : 2003
I saw the grills at a trade show and was hooked from the start! As a service manager in the industry, I was impressed with how well these grills are made. Once you own a Traeger... You'll never go back!
Favorite Pellet : Cherry
Favorite Foods : Tri Tip, Steaks, and of course.. SMOKED WHOLE TURKEY.
Favorite Recipe : Keep you grill clean, always pre-heat, and don't push it, take your time and let the grill do its thing! The wait is well worth it!
ALAN HEATH GRAND JUNCTION, CO
Occupation : Insurance
Owner Since : 8/2004
FOOD AND WINE MAGAZINE DID A PHOTO SHOOT ON OUR RANCH FEATURING BBQ AND A TRAEGER PELLET GRILL WAS FEATURED AND FURNISHED FOR THE SHOOT. THE GRILL WAS LEFT AFTER THE SHOOT FOR MY FAMILY. WE LOVE IT AND I AM PLANNING TO LEARN HOW TO USE IT.
Favorite Pellet :WE HAVE 3 KINDS AND DON'T KNOW YET
Favorite Foods : WE HAD RIBS, PORK, BEEF, SAUSAGE AT THE SHOOT AND IT'S HARD TO SAY AT THIS TIME WHICH WAS BEST
Favorite Recipe :WE PLAN TO COOK SALMON, TURKEY, CHICKEN AND ELK SOON. WE WILL LET YOU KNOW HOW IT ALL TURNED OUT; WE HAVEN'T USED IT AT ALL YET.
Tom Thorsen West Richland, Wa
Occupation : Vineyard Management / Consultant
Owner Since : 1999
I saw one at a Home and garden show in 1998 and decided that I needed one for home and party use. Photo is just one of another day in the PNW. dug out my traeger and kept right on cooking. We probably BBQ about 4 nights/week. Other nights are leftovers from the previous BBQ. No one in our house knows how to use the oven to cook meat any more. Favorite Pellet : Hickory / Maple / Apple
Favorite Foods : Turkeys, prime rib, Pork Loin Roasts, Smoked Salmon
Favorite Recipe : Smoked Salmon
2# brown Sugar
1/2 cup Sea salt
3 cups Apple Juice
Heat ingredient mix till sugar and salt go into solution. Cool. Put salmon fillets skin side up in large stainless or plastic pan, pour mix over the top, add more juice if necessary. Cover with wrap and brine for 36 hours.
Remove, rinse and pat dry. Heat Traeger, turn to smoke (160 degrees) and smoke for 2- 4 hours depending on thickness of fillets.
Remove and eat.
Randy Goza Wasilla, AK
Occupation : Airline Pilot
Owner Since : 2003
I was in Louisville, KY, reading a Sunday newspaper article about Traeger Grills and was in the market for a new grill. My old gas grill had burnt out for the last time. I did a internet search about Traeger then called them up. After a few phone calls a Texas 075 was on the way. The Traeger Grill, hands down produces the best wild game and salmon. Other grills dry out the meat. It even works at -10F. Favorite Pellet : Hickory and Alder
Favorite Foods : Fresh ALASKA King Salmon, Copper River Red Salmon, Moose, Caribou, Venison, and Turkey
Favorite Recipe : If able season your salmon with Chicken Rub and Salmon Shake several hours before time to grill. Don't over cook. When cooking wild game use a meat thermometer so you don't over cook. Wild game becomes very tough when dried out.
Denis Burger Portland, OR
Occupation : Biotech Executive
Owner Since : 2003
Friends Favorite Pellet : Mesquite
Favorite Foods : Prime rib, tenderloin roast, Maine lobsters
Favorite Recipe : For live Lobsters, one minute in boiling water to kill, then 25 minutes on the Traeger on high. Be sure to skewer to avoid curling. Perfect!
Jamie Dull Portland, OR
Occupation : Home Theater Sales
Owner Since : 1999?
I was installing a Home Theater for a client and saw an unusual BBQ in his garage. When I asked him about it, he told me it was a Traeger Wood Pellet BBQ. He went on to explain how it prevented flare-ups and never burned the food. He told me he even cooked a pizza on it. I knew then I had to have one of those grills. That Christmas, Santa was very generous and brought me a Texas Style Grill!
Favorite Pellet : Mesquite and Hickory
Favorite Foods : Salmon, Turkey and Pizza
Favorite Recipe : I am a home brewer and tried smoking some grains on my Traeger to add to a beer recipe. It won "Best of Show" at the 2004 Oregon Fall Classic Homebrew Contest and has been brewed by Laurelwood Brew Pub.
Michael Bollweg Harrold, SD
Occupation : Owner-Tumbleweed Lodge
Owner Since : 1999
We were doing the Louisiana Sports Show representing our upland bird hunts in South Dakota and came across the Traeger booth. At that moment we knew we had to incorporate the quality products Traeger makes along with the first class meals demanded by our guests. Out with the Holland, in with the Traeger!
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : BBQ Pork Ribs
Tip: Remove propane tank from existing grill. Remove/discard grill from property. Purchase Traeger grill and pellets. Turn switch on and add a touch of class to your next barbeque adventure.
Bob Files Key West, FL
Occupation : Professional
Owner Since : 2000
My father sells grills with R & S Grill Sales.
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Blackened Grouper
Favorite Recipe : First, plan a fishing trip with your Dad (most fun part). Catch a 10lb Gag grouper. Filet the fish, put in it in a hot skillet with melted butter and cover with a cajun blacken spice. Grill on high for 3-5 minutes a side, or until done. Serve with 'grilled' potatoes
Kevin Eidemiller, Madras, Oregon
Occupation : retail manager
Owner Since : 2004
Our store uses a BBQ075 to increase sales in our deli dept. with much success! I had to have one for myself, so I purchased a Lil'Tex.
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Baby back ribs and of late Pork loin roasts
Favorite Recipe : Kevin's Hawaiian Style Piggie Roast: Try marinating your Pork loin roast for at least a half hour with a product called "Soy Vay" Veri, Veri Teriyaki (www.soyvay.com). Cook on medium, half hour a side, then switch to smoke for an hour and a half. Internal temperature should be 165 degrees. Serve with much Aloha!
Lonny Syversen McMinnville, OR
Occupation : Woodworker
Owner Since : 2004
Twin brother Larry bought one and had everyone over. It was the best barbeque we ever had. In laws then bought one and again....best barbeque ever!
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods :Best flavored Thanksgiving turkey ever. We do a lot of salmon fishing and cook all of our salmon on the Traeger. We don't even cook meat in the house anymore. We've smoked salmon, several kinds of jerky, and even barbequed a buffalo roast, which was as good as any prime rib roast I've ever tasted. Also makes the best baked potatoes.
R. Wayne Moorhead Raymore, MO
Occupation : Business Broker
Owner Since : 1998
As a certified BBQ judge, I meet many people. I met Fast Eddie's parents at a contest. I looked at their unit & called Eddie the next day to buy an 075.
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods :We always cook baby back ribs & chicken wings along with some special sausages. Once or twice a year I cook a whole prime rib (bone in) & a crown roast of pork filled with hot Italian sausage.
Favorite Recipe : I marinate ribs overnight in pineapple juice. Next, I slather them with mustard & sprinkle a locally made rub. During cooking, I sprits each hour with apple juice & olive oil. I cook most everything at 250 & the products usually take about 4 to 6 hours. I then wrap the products in Film 905 & place in a styrofoam container to hold.
Ken Hill, Juneau, AK
Occupation : Seafood Sales
Owner Since : 2000
I was in the market for a new grill and a new smoker and heard a radio ad here in Juneau featuring your grills and Alaska Hearth Products.
Favorite Pellet : Still learning
Favorite Foods : Smoked turkey, chicken and ribs..
Favorite Recipe : I use a combination of frozen concentrated apple juice, lemon juice, brown sugar, salt and Yoshida's oriental sauce for my turkey and chicken brine.
Rene Chow Bakersfield, Ca
Occupation : Police Officer
Owner Since : 2001
A co-worker told me about the Traeger grills. I was blown away by the food he prepared. The taste was second to none. Several other co-workers were also impressed. We ordered three grills and have all become Traegermen!. Since that time two of my neighbors and a brother-in-law have purchased grills. Awesome product, I brag about my grill all the time.
Favorite Pellet : All are good, depends on the meal.
Favorite Foods : 1. tri-tips / baby back ribs. 2. thanksgiving turkey.
Favorite Recipe :
Scott Smith Huntsville , UT
Occupation :
Owner Since : 12/04
Saw a Pink Pig BBQ at Kent Sports Store last July.
Favorite Pellet : I have tried maple, hickory and cherry and liked them all. Ready to try onion and garlic
Favorite Foods : I have cooked salmon, chicken, ham, prime rib and ribs potatoes and beans. Think I'll try a pizza next.
Favorite Recipe : I have been grilling and smoking for years and this is the easiest way yet for cleaning and smoking and cooking. My tips: Experiment a lot, have fun. It's hard to screw it up.
Brad Lamb Richardson, TX
Owner Since : 2003
In 2001, a good friend introduced me to the fine cooking provided by his Traeger Grill. After some chicken, sausage and a T-Bone steak, all in one evening, grilled on a Big-Tex, I was sold. Now my family and friends are sold on Traeger, and saving their money for their first grill!
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Brisket and Baby Back Ribs
Favorite Recipe : Soaking the meat in Dr. Pepper over night. It gives the meat a nice sweet flavor, and tenderizes the meat. You could probably use any favorite beverage for this - but Dr. Pepper works for me.
Jeff Arnhold Hays, Ks
Occupation : School Head Custodian
Owner Since : 6/04
Crawford Supply was making burgers and brats at a semi-pro baseball game last summer, I bought a burger and brat and a grill shortly after.
Favorite Pellet : Hickory
Favorite Foods : Brisket, jerky, chicken, turkey, hamburgers, brats, steaks, eggs, bacon
Favorite Recipe : If you have a grill with a 3 position temp switch, upgrade to the LED multi temp thermostat. You will be so glad you did.
Darryl Wadsworth Grover, WY
Occupation : School Teacher
Owner Since : 3 weeks
a Tire company talking about giving a Traeger away to a lucky customer buying tires during a promotion. I started looking into pellet grills and found Traeger.
Favorite Pellet : I didn't know, I have not had a chance to try many of them.
Favorite Foods : Beef steak I have plans to cook all types of things. The other day I cooked a roast with baked potatoes, it was the best roast I have ever had. The great thing was that dinner was cooked on the grill.
Steve Tillett Portland, OR
Occupation : Foot Surgeon & BBQ Book Author
Owner Since : 2005
I am so thrilled with my Traeger Steer Grill. There is absolutely no comparison between the Traeger Grill and any other grill. I have collected many different high end grills and the minute I started using my Traeger grill, the cover hasn't come off of the others. Thanks for making the Absolute BEST quality grill that hands down produces incomparable flavor out of every thing I cook on the grill
Favorite Pellet : Mesquite
Favorite Foods : Dry Rub: Chicken, Pork, Lamb and then beef in that order.
Favorite Recipe : "Steve's Ultimate Rub" from page 68 in my book "101 Things To Do With A BBQ"
1 Tbs coarse salt
1 Tbs celery salt
1 Tbs garlic salt
1 Tbs sugar
1 Tbs brown sugar
1 Tbs ground black pepper
2 Tbs paprika
*Unbelievable on chicken, beef, or lamb.
Jack Holdford Columbia, SC
Occupation : Major - US Army
Owner Since : 2004
I believe that I saw a feature on THE FOOD CHANNEL and immediately knew that this was the grill for me.
Favorite Pellet : Adler - it's versatile and I live in an apartment with little storage room
Favorite Foods : Salmon filet, especially sockeye
Favorite Recipe : Honey Ginger Grilled Salmon Honey and ginger provide a sweet and spicy flavor combination for salmon or chicken. Just substitute 4 boneless, skinless breasts for the salmon.
Prep Time : 7 minutes
Marinate : 15 - 30 minutes
Cook Time : two hours and 5 minutes
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon McCormick ® Ground Ginger
1 teaspoon McCormick ® Garlic Powder
1/3 cup soy sauce
1/3 cup orange juice
1/4 cup honey
1 green onion, chopped
1 1/2 pounds salmon fillet
Directions:
1. In a large self-closing plastic bag, combine first six ingredients; mix well. Place salmon in bag and seal tightly. Turn bag gently to distribute marinade.
2. Refrigerate 15 minutes or up to 30 minutes for stronger flavor. Turn bag occasionally.
3. Lightly grease grill rack. Preheat grill to high heat for 15 minutes. Remove salmon from marinade; reserve the marinade. Switch your grill to smoke and cook salmon filets for two hours. After two hours on smoke, switch your grill to high and brush with reserved marinade up until the last 5 minutes of cooking time. Discard leftover marinade.
Karalee Skye Elma, WA
Occupation : Receptionist
Owner Since : Nov 2007
I found out about your grills when we had a raffle for the lil tex at my work and I was in charge of taking the money and names and for helping with that I recieve the 22cal. the table top one I really enjoyed the taste so I bought my husband the lil tex for his Birthday. He cooks on it every night We just love it and we take the 22 cal. camping with us....
Favorite Pellet : Grape vine or apple is what we use the most, But we try to have 3 or 4 diffrent ones on hand at all times...
Favorite Foods : We cook everything on it our grill from pizzas to roasts.
Favorite Recipe : Smoke your meats for a while before cooking the longer you smoke it the juicier it is...
Thomas Schweizer Tigard, OR
Occupation : Engineering Manager
Owner Since : 2003
Model : BBQ075
A friend of mine told me about them and then I grilled some steaks on it. It is difficult to have food not come out perfect every time with this grill. It is amazing!!
Favorite Pellet : Apple, Hickory
Favorite Foods : Pork Roast, Beef Roast, Steak
Jim Corwin Lenexa, KS
Occupation : Retired
Owner Since : 2008 (Retirement Gift)
Model : Texas BBQ075
My son bought one and after seeing his and tasting the ribs I had to have one.
Favorite Pellet : Apple, Cherry and Hickory
Favorite Foods : Ribs, Chicken, Pork Butts and Fish.
Royce Morgan Eagle River, AK
Occupation : Physician Assistant
Owner Since : 1998
Model : 1998 BBQ100, 2008 Deluxe BBQ100
I learned about Traeger products from a family who owned a grill and stove store. I further researched Traeger products and purchased my first in Fall 1998. I have loved and used nothing else since. Now I have two Traegers and can cook even more to share with friends/family.
Favorite Pellet : Fruit woods, mostly apple
Favorite Foods : Salmon, halibut, king crab, baby back ribs, vegetables, jalapenos, everything!
Matthew Tucker Ephrata, WA
Occupation : Associate Pastor
Owner Since : 2002
Model : Lil Tex
Six years ago I was offered a used Traeger from a friend that was replacing his with a bigger model. I took that BBQ home that night and cooked a batch of chicken thighs...it was truly love at first bite! I recently was able to replace that first traeger with a new Lil Tex. I will forever be a Traeger man!
Favorite Pellet : 50/50 Mix of Mesquite and Hickory
Favorite Foods : Pulled Pork is my favorite, and quickly becoming my specialty!
Dean Nieporte Cincinnati, OH
Occupation : Printer
Owner Since : June 2007
Model : Lil Tex Elite
Went to the hardware store where they were smoking the best wings I ever had. Correction - now that I smoke em - mine are as good! Had to have one - I have tried pizza- ribs(beefand Pork) CHICKENS are awesome - brisket - Hot dogs - metts - Bratts - Try peaches - Skin em and pit em - pop them on for about 20 minutes.
Favorite Pellet : I prefer the hickory with about 1/4 grape mixed in
Favorite Foods : Everything - My favorite is Brisket
Dave Sherrill Oregon City, OR
Occupation : Customer Service/BBQ Lover
Owner Since : Owned my first one since last year, but been working with traegers for over 8 years.
Model : Lil Tex
I started my love with Traeger about 9 years ago, when i was hired as the bbq chef for a store who uses traeger exclusively. After that I could never think of using anything else. And for my 30th birthday my friends and relatives gathered together and bought my grill for me.
Favorite Pellet : I love to work with Hickory and Mesquite the most, but lately I've been turned on to Alder, and I love to use Cherry wood for pork.
Favorite Foods : Everything, from smoking meat and fish, to baking pizza and foccacia bread.
Dick Scherrer Louisville, KY
Occupation : Controller
Owner Since : November 2007
Model : Deluxe w/ Roll top
I was in the process of building my own smoker and cooking area when my daughter from Alabama called and said they had just eaten the best hambugers. After checking out the Traeger web site I decided to get the big one. I saved time and money from the one I was going to build AND it is everything we wanted. Great smoking or grilling, never burn the food, won't run out of fuel while cooking, don't have to stand around and watch the fire, etc, etc.
Favorite Pellet : Hickory, Mesquite, Cherry
Favorite Foods : Salmon, hambugers, Brats, chicken, pork roasts, steaks, vegetables
Shorty & Carla Crosgrove Delaware, OH
Occupation : Grocery / Phisycle Thearepy
Owner Since : Shouda ben long time ago
Model : Lil ' Tex
Taste the difference they said, We did and now we own our own. We would have never thought about the differecnce if you dont taste it. every time we cook on "the baby" everybody can taste it. {neighbors} We would own nothing else ,first of all its safe to use no flare upp, second you have no mess, and the best part of all the taste and the health benefits of not using chrcoal or gas.
Favorite Pellet : MEQUITE AND APPLE
Favorite Foods : EVERYTHING!!!!!
Andy Hoffman, South Saint Paul, MN
Occupation : Accountant
Owner Since : 2008
Model : Lil ' Tex
I work at a dealer that carries Traeger. I've been using it to cook at our showroom and discovered what a great grill it is. I've mainly cooked chicken wings and pork loins at work, now that I have one at home I have done pork chops, homemade pizzas and ribs.
Favorite Pellet : Garlic and Cherry
Favorite Foods : Homemade Pizza
Tuny Perkins, Santa Cruz, CA
Occupation : Painter
Owner Since : 2005
Model : 100
found the best cooking unit around at a sportsman show in modesto.Love at first bite.Slow cooked tri tips and chicken and anything else that dosent move
Favorite Pellet : Pecan and Mesquite
Likes to Cook : all meats
Allen Snelling, Sherwood, OR
Occupation : Finance
Owner Since : 2005
Model : Lil ' Tex
Good friend.
Favorite Pellet : Mesquite
Favorite Foods : Ribs, Brisket, Pork Shoulder....Papa Murphy's Pizza is awesome on my Traeger
Judy Scott, Twin Lake, MI
Occupation : Retired - Teacher Assistant
Owner Since : July 1, 2008
Model : BBQ075 Texas Style
We were at a tractor show and they were demonstrating cooking ribs. this was the frist of June, I love the idea of wood cooking,we use to cook on a wood fire at our grandma cabin. So far I have grilled ribs and chickens. It was easy and the taste was wonderful. I'm so happy we have our own Traeger Grill
Favorite Pellet : I have used maple - hickory
Likes to Cook : how easy it is to use and the taste of the food It made me look like I've done this all my life.
Robert Lingis, Gainesville, FL
Occupation : Retired
Owner Since : March 2008
Model : BBQ075
Bought my grill from Greg Williams, Lake Butler Farm Center, Box 538 Lake Butler, Fla. 32054. I cook chicken, boston butts, ribs and smoke fish on my grill. Using apple pellets, I smoke fresh water rainbow trout and they were great. On the 4th of July of this year I cooked a 47lbs. suckling pig with apple in mouth and it was fantastic. I had approximately 20 people at my house and everyone remark how moist and great tasting the pig was. "YOU CAN'T MAKE A MISTAKE COOKING ON A TRAEGER GRILL." I am sending along some pictures of the the suckling pig being cooked and I hope you use them in your flier that you sent me. Please let me know if you receive them?????? By the way, I am a diehard Steeler fan from Pennsylvania and Terry help you sell the Traeger grill to me.
Favorite Pellet : Apple Hickory
Likes to Cook : Everything, I hardly use my grill anymore. Chicken, pork and smoked fish. Smoked fish is great.
John Ganshorn, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
Occupation : Video Technician/Traeger Man
Owner Since : 2007
Model : Lil' Tex
I visited a friend who had a Lil' Tex set up at his house, had some buffalo steaks, I was hooked. I have had many people over for BBQ's over the last year and they are now angry at me because they can't enjoy any restaurant prepared steaks or ribs since they have eaten from my Traeger!
Favorite Pellet : Mesquite and Pecan
Likes to Cook : Steaks, burgers, full chickens (stuff some bacon under the skin), sausages, corn on the cob (keep the husk on), ribs, Bison, souvlaki and many MANY more!!
Dan Stoolman, Carroll, IA
Occupation : Tech
Owner Since : 2004
Model : BBQ075
Bought bosses old grill because he upraded.Shop also has one for friday noon grill noon meals. Upgraded with digaital start and thermostat.Service department was great help with this upgrade.Just like a new style.Best investment ever made.
Favorite Pellet : Cherry Apple Hickory
Likes to Cook : Hamburgers ,steak, ribs , reheat chile ,cabage and potatoes
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