Sausage
Sausage 101: the workflow
A simple, repeatable process—from trim to grind to mix to stuff.
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From grinders and casings to smoke management and the final slice—The Real MeatStick helps you cook with confidence.
BBQ & smokers
Temps, timing, and smoke you can trust.
Sausage making
Grind, mix, stuff—without the guesswork.
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The Real MeatStick is built for people who love food and want a clear path from "I'm trying" to "I've got this."
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BBQ fundamentals
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Sausage making
Grinding, mixing, stuffing, and smoking—with the little details that make the big difference.
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Gear & setup
Straight talk on grinders, smokers, thermometers, and tools—what to buy and what to skip.
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Quick guides that get you moving fast. No fluff—just the steps that work.
BBQ
Smoke management without stress
Clean smoke, stable temps, and how to recover when things drift.
Gear
Thermometers that actually help
What to measure, where to probe, and the tools that make it easier.
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Meet Dave — the guy behind The Real MeatStick
I handle everything for the brand and show up as your friendly, straight-shooting guide. If you're into BBQ, cooking, smokers, sausage making, and meat grinding—you're in the right place.
The goal is simple: help you cook with confidence, understand the "why" behind the process, and get results you're proud to serve.
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Short, practical notes on BBQ, sausage making, and gear—written like a mentor, not a marketer.
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- → Cook planning checklists (temps, timing, rest)
- → Sausage workflow notes (grind, mix, stuff, smoke)
- → Gear picks that actually matter
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Have a question about a cook, a grinder, casings, or your setup? Send a note—I'll point you in the right direction.
Typical topics
- → Sausage workflow: grind, mix, stuff, smoke
- → Smoker setup and temperature control
- → Gear recommendations that match your budget