Having competed in more than 250 national and international barbecue competitions, “Big Moe” Cason is the country’s undisputed king of brisket and pitmaster extraordinaire. In his debut cookbook, he reveals the secrets of creating amazing flavor with fire and smoke with 75 family-favorite recipes.

The 75 mouth-watering recipes gathered in these beautifully photographed pages showcase time-tested techniques and recipes, from smoked bone-in Tomahawk steaks to a 14-hour turkey brine. Savor a secret-ingredient mac-n-cheese that wowed Steve Harvey, a generations-old family recipe for sweet-and-savory cornbread, and perfectly seasoned collard greens. Cason offers expert guidance on different types of smokers and grills, filling the pantry with time-tested spice rubs and marinades, selecting the perfect cut of meat, and more.