There's something special about food cooked low and slow over wood smoke.

Here at Roots & Boots Homestead, smoking meat has become one of our favorite ways to prepare everything from brisket and pork roasts to burgers and holiday turkeys. We often smoke extra meat to enjoy throughout the week and stash leftovers in the freezer for future meals. Those leftovers eventually become some of our family's favorites: hearty soups, fresh salads, tacos, casseroles, and easy lunches.

Not only does smoking create incredible flavor, but it's also a practical way to prepare larger cuts of meat while making meal planning easier.

Below you'll find our favorite smoked meat recipes, including beef, pork, turkey, and more. Whether you're preparing a special meal for guests, stocking your freezer with ready-to-use leftovers, or simply learning your way around a smoker, these are the recipes and methods we return to again and again.

Fire up the smoker and enjoy some of our favorite ways to turn high-quality meat into memorable meals.