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An American Story

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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Preserve the Pit

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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American Pride

An American-made company founded over 100 years ago, Kingsford has a lot to be proud of. Our employees have been continuing the family tradition in backyards across the nation.

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The Kingsford Difference

Kingsford has been fueling legendary grills since 1920, and we’re still America’s #1 charcoal for good reason. Our briquets light faster, burn longer, and deliver the high heat you need for exceptional results. Whether you’re searing steaks or savoring smoky flavors, one thing’s for certain — nothing beats the original.

Recipes

Smoked Pork Butt

Slow-cooked and steady wins the taste race with this easy and delicious smoked pork butt recipe.

Person cutting up pulled pork on a wood cutting board with forks
Cooking for 6 people

Ingredients

  • 1

    pork butt (6–8 pounds)

  • favorite or homemade pork seasoning

  • coarse mustard


1Food Prep

Coat your pork butt with coarse mustard as a binder, then follow with your favorite pork seasoning. Keep in mind that pork is naturally salty when choosing your pork seasoning.

2Grill Prep

3The Cook

    • When you’re at temp, put cooking oil on a folded paper towel. Grab the oiled paper towel with long-handled tongs and oil the grate thoroughly.

    • Smoke your pork butt for 6 to 8 hours at this temperature. Add coals when the flames begin to decrease and temperatures dip.

    • Avoid lifting the lid of your grill if you’re not adding more coals or checking the internal temperature of your pork — this lets valuable heat escape and burns coals out more quickly.

    • Using a digital instant-read meat thermometer, check the internal temperature of your pork butt while it's still on the grill. Once it reaches an internal temperature of 195–200°F, remove it from the grill then shred, serve and enjoy.

Recipe created by Rasheed Philips, owner of Philips Barbeque Co, on behalf of Kingsford and Masterbuilt

  • For safe meat preparation, reference the USDA website.

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