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BBQ with Franklin

Direct Heat & Mesquite

Pitmaster Aaron Franklin takes a boisterous road trip of BBQ culture -- the people, the places, and of course the food. Ten half-hour episodes celebrate the traditions and storied histories passed down through the generations, as well as those breathing new life into this distinctly American culture.

Direct Heat & Mesquite

Season 1 Episode 7 | 24m 57s | CC

Aaron gets a lesson in cooking “cowboy style”, in a way that combines traditional BBQ skills with the grill. Then go behind the scenes at a big city BBQ joint in Dallas and learn their unique take on Texas traditions.

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Funding for this program is provided by: Austin Area Chevy Dealers, Lone Star Beer, Yeti Coolers and Retailmenot.com.

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