Billy's Backyard Test Kitchen

Billy's Backyard Test Kitchen Backyard barbecue. Classic neighborhood cookout. Honest feedback. Better every cook. Sauce on the side.

Follow the journey from backyard test kitchen to future food truck.

Every cook teaches me something.Long nights. Early mornings. Smoke rolling, lessons learned, and always chasing better b...
07/04/2026

Every cook teaches me something.

Long nights. Early mornings. Smoke rolling, lessons learned, and always chasing better barbecue one cook at a time.

Billy's Backyard Test Kitchen isn't just about the food—it's about putting everything I have into every cook and getting a little better every single time.

Thanks to everyone who's following the journey from the beginning. It truly means a lot.

Now I have to know... if you could only pick one, what's your go-to BBQ?

🐖 Pulled Pork 🍗 Chicken 🐄 Brisket 🍖 Ribs

Drop your answer in the comments! 🔥

06/30/2026

This cook got me thinking.

I’ve always loved smoking meat, but this pork shoulder made me wonder if I could turn it into something more. The support from family and friends led me to start Billy’s Backyard Test Kitchen.

I’ve got a lot to learn, but that’s what this page is about—getting better with every cook.

Thanks for being here. Here’s to Test Cook #001 and what’s next.








Just wanted to share what Billy's Backyard Test Kitchen is all about...I’m not trying to be the best out here—just tryin...
06/29/2026

Just wanted to share what Billy's Backyard Test Kitchen is all about...

I’m not trying to be the best out here—just trying to get a little better every time I fire up the smoker.

This Saturday is Test Cook #001.

On the menu:
🐖 Pulled Pork
🦴 St. Louis Ribs
🧀 Homemade Mac & Cheese
🫘 Baked Beans

I’ll also be trying out two homemade BBQ sauces:
🟥 Billy's Original
🟨 Billy's Gold

Every cook’s a chance to learn something. If something’s off, I’ll tweak it. If it turns out great, I’ll keep building on it.

Thanks for following along—can’t wait to see where this goes.

06/29/2026

Well, I guess it's time to introduce myself.

I'm Billy, and this is Billy's Backyard Test Kitchen.

I've always loved cooking for people, especially barbecue. There's just something about spending all day tending a smoker, hanging out with family and friends, and seeing everyone's reaction when they take that first bite.

This page is where I'm going to share the cooks—the successes, the mistakes, and everything in between. I'm always trying to learn, improve, and make the next cook even better than the last. If something isn't good enough, I'll be the first one to say it and figure out how to make it better.

One thing you'll learn about me pretty quick: I believe good barbecue shouldn't need to be drowned in sauce. The meat should be able to stand on its own, and the sauce is there if you want it.

Who knows where this journey ends. Maybe it's just a hobby, maybe it's a food truck someday. Either way, I'm glad you're here to follow along.

Thanks for stopping by, and if you ever get the chance to grab a plate and give me your honest opinion, don't hold back. That's how I get better.

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