Famous Dave's Barbecue Party Cookbook: Secrets of a BBQ Legend

As an old time BBQ cooker and a retired competitive cook, I enjoy fine cookbooks and have a few hundred. Trying to find one book that I would give a new comer to BBQing or to a family that wants to do a little more than just turn out smoked meat, this is the book. It is as beautiful and it is informative. This book is packed with information that most books do not have. It gives product names and talks about "stacking flavors" that is so important in good food. I always called it "layering flavors" but I like Dave's description better. You need good clean taste of rich flavors and they should not be blended all together--you stack them and that creates the taste sensation.Everyone has their favorite meats to cook and serve and be famous for presenting something special. My reputation is with Briskets and Turkeys. But once it is smoke roasted---where does the party began? Dave gives you lots of ideas and suggestions and new ways to serve your own famous BBQ food.The vast majority of outdoor BBQ cooking families will find this to be one of the very best books they can own. I really thought there was little more to say about BBQ in a book, but Dave proved me wrong. I have two outdoor kitchens and several smokers and grills. I cook all year and I live in Wyoming at 7,250 feet elevation. Dave brings food and fun together in the best BBQ book I now own--and I thought I had them all.

Who doesn't love BBQ? You need to check out this book as I absolutely fell in love with it at the library and knew I had to have a copy. It has everything in it. I'm thinking the SW Creamy Mac & Cheese sounds fabulous but lets keep going. We have beverages (Blackberry Shine, Watermelon Punch, Cherry Mojito, Sweet Stinger and I could go on as there are a lot more), desserts (old fashioned banana pudding, rum cake, fruit kabobs, cheesecake minis, etc.) and now let's talk sides (salsas, dips, pasta salad, sweet potato fries, baby red stuffers, etc.). Are you getting hungry yet? Its time for the main dish......let's talk chicken: chicken sandwiches, chicken tacos, chicken seasonings, BBQ chicken, chicken wings, chicken wraps, chicken chili - move over chicken, it's time for the beef and pork: pork nachos, pulled pork, smoked pork, pork loin, pork chops, beef fajitas, burgers, meatballs, steak. That's just some of the recipes that's inside this book. The recipes are not hard and the ingredients are not difficult to find - things that are found in most stores. Lots of pictures too, which I liked. I know I got you and I haven't even mentioned all the recipes for BBQ, buffalo, bacon, fish, pizza, marinades and sauces. Whatcha wating for? Buy the book.

I bought this book hoping to gain some insight into how Famous Dave does his own cooking and entertaining. I thought perhaps there'd be some interesting info on building rubs and sauces or maybe some useful ideas on preparing and cooking different meats that might translate to my own back yard.Sadly, there wasn't much to be found in that regard. The tips and techniques discussed are little more than standard filler, and most infuriating, the majority of the recipes call for brand name ingredients, and most prominently from Famous Dave's product line.If sophisticated entertaining is your thing, this book might be right up your alley. As I. Darren noted, the barbecue sauce fountain is interesting, as is the idea of carving out pineapples and using them as food containers or beverage holders. And if you really want to put on the Ritz, his 15 tips are probably going to get your party remembered. Dave's presentation skills are quite remarkable and I understand why he has been successful in the restaurant business.Our family gatherings and parties tend to be more about enjoying company and good food than pleasing the party gods. Smoked Salmon Paté Cucumber Cups aren't high on our list of requested dishes when we do BBQ. And generally, we don't have time to rehearse weeks in advance or prepare warm lemon fresh towels the day of.And perhaps that's the essence of my lack of enthusiasm for the book. Dave seems to have a lot of time and resources on his hands. It's just not my world.

First I must admit, I love Famous Dave's. I love the one in Colorado Springs Off of North Academy. I have also visited the one in Arizona and Las Vegas. I live in California so it is quite a drive.When I ordered this book, I wasn't sure what to expect. Mostly, all I saw in the sneak peak was the party planning. However, as I opened the pages and flipped through one mouth watering recipe after the other I was totally hungry. Dave was very good at including recipes for any special concoctions he used everything was completely explained he talked about ingredients, his special favorite brands and where to get them. I always wondered why other barbeque places just did not have the flavors I was looking for but now I know the secret. Get this book, you will love it. Oh and if you are a Famous Dave restaurant fan like me don't expect to find the Famous Dave signature dishes here in this book. The man has to keep some things special.

Great gift for the barbecue lover. A lot of ideas for parties or backyard cookout. Bought this for a friend who is an excellent barbecue cook but was looking to expand his selections. This answered the bill. Recommend this book for the barbecue lover in your life.

Great recipes . We had dinner at Dave in Omaha, Nebraska. We had never heard of the restaurant before and were on our way toYellow Stone Park. We loved it !!! We now try to eat at Dave's every chance we get. The problem is there are no Dave's restaurants near us the only one close is about 60 miles away. At least we can now attempt to cook our own. It wont be as good but we can try..

I have tons of bbq books and I have other party type books but this one is my favorite. Great for super Bowl party's,4th of July party's,memorial and Labor day cook outs.Update A year later and I am still using this book and still love it. I am a simpleton and don't like to many ingrediendts and recipes that take to long or are complicated and I don't feel this book is either of that. Just a great book.

Great gift for someone who's like to bbq

Great source of info, interesting recipes, amusing to read. Downside is I can`t go to the restaurant chain anymore because I can make the good stuff at home.

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HUBBY LOVES IT!!! THANKS!