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Bludso's BBQ Cookbook: A Family Affair in Smoke and Soul

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JAMES BEARD AWARD WINNER • This is low and slow Texas BBQ done right: a family affair in smoke and soul, told through 75 recipes and stories from the founder of famous Los Angeles–based Bludso’s BBQ. ONE OF THE BEST COOKBOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times, Bon Appétit, Los Angeles Times Kevin Bludso was born and raised in Compton, California, by a Black Panther–supporting mother and a police officer father. To stay out of trouble, he spent his summers in Corsicana, Texas, where he was schooled on the art of barbecue and worked long, hot hours on the pits at his granny’s legendary BBQ stand. In 2008, Kevin opened his own Bludso’s BBQ, a small walk-up stand in the heart of Compton that has led to multiple locations in California, Texas, and even Australia. In this honest and engaging cookbook, Kevin teaches you everything you need to know about BBQ: from choosing, seasoning, and cleaning your pit to selecting your brisket, ribs, and sausages, plus all the rubs and sauces you could need. Kevin also shares seventy-five delicious recipes for main meats such as BBQ Lamb Leg, Spicy Curried Oxtails, Buffalo Rib Tips, Blackened Catfish, and Grilled Mojo Shrimp; sides such as Creole Cabbage, Pinto Beans, and Down Home Mac & Cheese; and even desserts such as Mom’s Banana Pudding, Buttermilk Pie, and Kevin’s famous Hennessy on the Rocks, along with mouthwatering photographs to accompany them. But Bludso’s BBQ Cookbook is also a story about Kevin's family and community. It’s a love letter to the often misunderstood city of Compton, and the story of how Kevin has fed and supported his own community while teaching everyone the art of barbecue. This is more than a cookbook; it’s Kevin’s incredibly personal story of family, food, and how following your passion sometimes leads you back home. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Ten Speed Press


Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 12, 2022


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 288 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1984859552


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 56


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 2.51 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.8 x 1.06 x 10.31 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #28,320 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #21 in Barbecuing & Grilling #24 in Soul Food Cooking, Food & Wine #661 in Culinary Arts & Techniques (Books)


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    • Great read. Great BBQ/grill cook book.
Format: Hardcover
This book is filled with great recipes that are easy enough to achieve. It’s also a history book on his life and his journey intertwined with family and food. The style of writing is hilarious and very straightforward. If you’re at all interested, BY THE BOOK NOW.
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2026 by Anonymous
    • If you only buy one BBQ book it should be this one
Format: Hardcover
I have a lot of BBQ cookbooks but this one is my favorite. It has a great range of recipes from many different traditions, all delicious. A lot of BBQ books are geared either for real die-hard purists (WOOD ONLY! OFFSETS ONLY! SALT PEPPER GARLIC ONLY!) or else for people who don’t really care about learning to cook BBQ but just want some nice pictures. This book takes a middle path, not by compromising either side but by speaking to both audiences at once. It does have nice pictures, too, if you care about that. The writing is casual and clear, and he does a pretty good job of letting you know which parts of a recipe are essential and which can be modified for preference/necessity. What I like best though is how much warmth and personality comes through these pages. If you love BBQ, soul food, and American cooking in general, or want a great gift for someone who does, look no further. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 10, 2022 by Eamon O
    • A staple for my kitchen
Format: Hardcover
Review Image by Kyle
Barbecue cookbooks can be expensive, but I use this one a lot. I’ve made several recipes beyond meat recipes. This is one of the cookbooks that gets to stay in my kitchen because it has a lot of classic recipes and sides with a flavorful twist. I’ve made the rubs and used the smoking instructions, and the baked beans and coleslaw were both great. I can’t wait to try the deviled egg potato salad. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 4, 2025 by Kyle
    • A great addition to Any Library
Format: Hardcover
At first you think "Another BBQ book..ugh why oh why." Then you open it and immediately you feel part of something much bigger. You are part of a family cookbook with stories and the inspiration to delve deeper and deeper. I am a professional chef with a thirst to constantly explore and possibly up my game. This book did that and more by reminding me that homestyle flavors are really what brings us to the table. I am several "sides" in and what came to the table was fantastic. Make a recipe or two and let some friends taste it. You will no longer be asked to bring Ice to the BBQ as these recipes are gold. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2023 by Ross Wieser
    • Some ver good recipes
Format: Hardcover
A lot of the recipes were very delicious
Reviewed in the United States on August 9, 2022 by Denise E Carlisle
    • Great Cookbook. Great stories
Format: Hardcover
Great book. Easy to follow recipes. Been a fan of Kev since Triple D. Love his take on cooking. Highly recommended.
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2025 by K.Sledge
    • Awesome Book
Format: Hardcover
You get more than barbeque recipes. This book answers the what and how to's in barbequing. In addition to the marvelous barbeque recipes, you get regular food receipts, including some "old fashioned" recipes; I love the stories. This is a terrific cookbook, one of the best/most comprehensive ones I've had the pleasure of buying or seeing. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2024 by Sharp
    • What is Best in Life?
Format: Hardcover
Conan The Barbarian may disagree but the Answer is BBQ, and if Conan could have tasted some of the BBQ and other Recipes in this Book then he would agree, BBQ is what is best in Life. The recipes are traditional, delicious and a must for your next BBQ party.
Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2023 by Jimmy Billy

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