Love to Cook & Live to Eat!

Just a Dad cooking and grilling for his family of five. My unique take on trying to find health and balance, following a keto, carnivore diet and living a debt free lifestyle. Hit me with all your cooking, grilling and budget questions and I'll do my best to be your guide. I hope you enjoy following along.

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Homemade No Bean Chili Keto Friendly Recipe

If you ever want to start a fight on the Internet, simple post that beans do NOT belong in chili. Looking back on the history of this delicious dish its story is as rich as its flavor. History credits the women from

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Watch as Peyton and Eli give a candid breakdown of me grilling classic cheeseburgers on the kamado grill. Check out BBQGuys for all your grilling, bbq and outdoor kitchen needs.

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My Favorite Brands

Crave Spices

Crave Spices use high quality ingredients with a focus on flavor. Save 10% when you use code "EATS" at checkout!
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Redmond's ReLyte

Redmond's Relyte electrolytes help me stay hydrated and makes sure muscle soreness stays away. Use my code "EATS" to save 15% on your order.
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Redmond's Real Salt

Redmond's Real Salt is mined from ancient seas free from microplastics. I use Real Salt in all my homemade bbq seasonings. Save 15% on your order with my code "EATS" at check out.
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Maverick Thermometer

I always say that a great accurate thermometer is the quickest way to step up your cooking and BBQ game and Maverick is just that. A great reliable and innovative brand.
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FOGO Lump Charcoal

FOGO Premium lump charcoal is the first ingredient used in all my charcoal cooks. Their lump charcoal burns long and with their Blazaball chimeny and natural firestarters, getting that fire going has never been easier!
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BBQGuys

Shop all the latest and best BBQ brands and products out there. They're the #1 retailer for everything BBQ.
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Camp Chef

Camp Chef is such a great brand. From pellet grills and smokers to everything you could imagine for camp site cooking, Camp Chef has you covered.
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Weber Grills & Accessories

When you hear the Weber name, the word nostalgia comes to mind. I don't think there is a more iconic grill than the Weber Kettle.
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Western BBQ Wood

I always keep a variety of Western Wood chunks on hand. Pecan wood is my favorite and in my opinion the most versatile, but I use apple wood, cherry wood, hickory, mesquite and more. Try them all and find what works for you.
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G. Hughes Sugar Free

G. Hughes sugar free sauces and marinades are my go to when looking for the perfect sauce to accompany my food and the marinades produce really great results.
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