Did you know…

• 53% of Americans apply BBQ sauce to ribs while they are grilling, but sauce should actually be applied at the end of the cooking process to avoid burning it
• Nearly 50% of Americans use gas grills, while pit masters prefer to use charcoal because it provides added smoky flavor
• 33% of Americans assess their meat’s doneness by slicing into it to see the color, but it’s best to use a meat thermometer – the meat will stay juicier and more tender

These are just of few of the facts revealed in a national survey conducted by the pork masters, Smithfield, in advance of the July 4th weekend!  Below is an infographic created by Smithfield in tandem with BBQ luminaries Moe Cason and Tuffy Stone, highlighting the differences between backyard cooks and professional pitmasters.

And for more BBQ recipes and tips from the pros, be sure to check out SmithfieldThrowdown.com all summer long (in addition to Grillocracy, of course!)...