If you have any questions, always feel free to reach out and let us know!

@jjf1free641

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Fogo, been watching your channel and bought an XL egg. Love it and got the 5 piece Eggspander . Should I get the Convector/ deflector . I have the two half moon ceremony pieces and seems their is a gap in the middle when placed together. Thanks.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

@@jjf1free641 Hey there, it is really up to you. When I use the two half moons, I like to overlap them a bit anyway. I feel that it increases the air flow and helps with better fire management. That being said, I personally prefer to use the conveggtor.

@tcdnuss68

Жыл бұрын

How about that handle you have on your grate? I actually want one of those. Tell us about that please.

Great content! I’m ready for the expander system!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 ай бұрын

Yes! It is my fave EGGcessory

Great video!!! Love my Eggspander and Wok!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

The best! I've seen what you do with it too, you are an Egg master!

With a thumbnail like that, how could I not watch! 👏 Those are some cool accessories. Great vid, Ron! You know I love the puns, too. 🤣

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

You really are the best Glo, thanks for all of the support! Glad you like the silly pic!

Thank you sir. Very helpful content!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 ай бұрын

You are very welcome!

Thank you for your advice

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

You are very welcome Pam!

Convector - got it!, Expander (5) - got it!, ceramic 1/2 moons... on my gift registry :), Cast Iron 1/2 moons, ditto, I already had a pizza stone that fits perfect on the expander system, Wok on the registry as well. The Gloves I already had. Captain, I really appreciate your channel!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 ай бұрын

Sounds like I need to come to your house to cook! We are glad you enjoy the vids!

Yeah, love the BGE wok!!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Hey, we all know that you are the Queen of #WokWednesday

@BigGreenEggFoodie

2 жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal 😊

Great video for new owner

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

I hope it was helpful Doug!

fantastic video!

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

Well thank you Erich!

I need a BGE!!!! 😀😀😀

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

YES! Yes you do Ninja! Swing by CptnRon's, he will let you use his!

@muffinman5846

2 жыл бұрын

Same man

Great video!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Sylvia, thanks so much!

I got the eggspander system for Xmas… got glued the day after and attempted to figure it out… didn’t go great 🤣. Thanks for video.. the Wok looks like a must have for me!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Todd, yes sir, that wok is an awesome addition for sure. So wait, what happened with the Eggspander?

Great channel Bought an Egg I’ll be waiting n bing watching your channel Best to you

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

That's great Julie, welcome to the BGE addiction. You can always feel free to reach out with questions on my Instagram, @cptnron302 or in my FB group, Big Green Eggers of South Florida

Love the BGE and the Dad Jokes

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

You're a twisted person Chris....and I like it!!!

Hey Captain Video Suggestions. Seasoning the wok when you first purchase it and then what to do after each cook.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! That is actually already on our list of to do videos.

Excellent presentor love it

@FOGOcharcoal

11 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

New Egg owner. Really enjoy your channel. Appreciate your knowledge and will be ordering some coal!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Fantastic, welcome to the addiction Burke!

Love all the videos, great tips, and good recipes for cooking on the BGE. I really want a BGE after watching all these videos. Still thinking about if since hardwood charcoal isn’t available year round where I live.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! Where do you live?

@iyanadull5933

2 жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal Bethel, Alaska. Only way in is by plane and when the river thaws out barges start coming in the spring time until winter when the river freezes back up.

@spageddie3266

2 ай бұрын

Stock up! 😀

Hi Ron Love your videos Curious as to whether you have ever experienced a cracked fire ring ? Keep up the eggcellant work! Thanks BT

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

Hey Brian, thank a ton my friend. Yes sir, I sure have. It happens from time to time due to the contraction and expansion of the ceramics from the heat. I am not sure of how long the warranty is on them but contcat your local dealer, they can help you with that., Side note- I have one that has been cracked for 2 years and still works like a champ.

WOW! Amazing how many accessories there are now for these. I got my first BGE, an XL, back in 2001. Have only ever replaced the Fire Box and Fire Ring because they cracked, as well as replacing the felt seal a few times. Have not cooked on gas ever since. Thanks for all the info. Some really cool items that I think I will try. Usually only do long cooks on mine except sometimes I do steaks, chicken and burgers.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Yes sir, there are so many that a person could need a garage to store them all!! I'm glad you are enjoying the vids!

@danr5239

Жыл бұрын

A whole lot of extras that you simply don’t need. They’re just trying to gouge you. I’ve had my big green egg for 12 years never needed any of that stuff. The plate setter I understand but that should come with the big green egg when you buy it. I see now people are hooking their big green it up with extension cords so they can download what’s going on on the computer! Have people lost their minds? I can figure out when the food is done just by the temperature in time I don’t need to shove a bunch of wires in there and hook it up to the Wi-Fi.

The one accessory I would put on your list, second only to the plate setter (convEEGtor) is the Big Green Egg Electric Charcoal Fire Starter 600 Watt. I bought my first BGE 11 years ago, and for all of the hours and hours I’ve spent struggling to get a fire going in strong, gusty winds using fire started cubes, the electric stater coil is worth its weight in gold. There are no moving parts, so nothing can break.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

You want to know what, I got one with my first Egg and I cannot argue. I very much enjoyed the ease of using it. My wires did get burned though and if there's no electricity, it makes it a bit more difficult.

@gogators5762

2 ай бұрын

Game changer 100%!!! Great comment!!! Love mine!

Question - first of all, your videos are a tremendous help! Now the question....where did you get the "grate handle"? I'm talking about the vertical rod or pipe that is bolted to the grate. It looks to be very useful. Thanks! Tony in SC

@FOGOcharcoal

18 күн бұрын

It is a part of a set up frm Smokeware.com. I believe it's called the gratestacker. Code BGESF should give you 16%off at Smokeware.com

I am looking at getting the eggspander system very soon.

@FOGOcharcoal

4 ай бұрын

I highly recommend it

Captain Ron, the videos are very informative, your energy is great, I am great cooking in the kitchen but I am terrible at the grill. You are giving me hope, my grilling is getting better and looking at upgrading to the BGE later this year, thank you keep it up!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

That's so great Bruce, that is the best compliment you could give.

I do miss the sliding second level. This is very very very practical

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

You are absolutely right James, it is a very handy item!

The most important accessory is the plate setter. It really should be included with every BGE because you're really only getting half the functionality if you don't have it. The most useful accessory I found is a digital temperature controller like the BBQ Guru or Tempmaster. The ability to set a temp and have have it digitally controlled and then get an alert when your meat reaches the desired temp makes smoking effortless. You don't worry about having to adjust your damper periodically to keep your heat down and you don't have to worry about your fire going out if you're smoking over night. It also increases the consistency of your product. It is the best money I've spent on my BGE because it makes me a better cook.

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

Yes sir! I agree with all of that! We sell the Flameboss which essentially does the same thing. They can be invaluable in long cooks.

@bstigleman

Жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal The Flameboss looks nice. Mine doesn't have WIFI which would definitely come in handy from time to time.

Love your channel. New to the BGE. I’m curious, how can I buy a Romertopf Clay cooking pot in black? I’ve been looking. Hopefully you could lead me in the right direction. Keep cooking!!

@FOGOcharcoal

5 күн бұрын

Welcome to the addiction! Here is a link to get the Romertopf pot. shop.kookio.com/Clay-Dutch-Oven

Thanks for the video! Seems like the ceramic grill store accessories are better, more versatile… any thoughts or videos comparing the racks out there?

@FOGOcharcoal

9 ай бұрын

I have never tried any of their stuff but I have always heard great things...

Nice! I just got my xl green egg. So excited

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

NICE!!! Don't you mean EGGcited??? lol, welcome to the addiction my friend.

Thanks for the great video. When using the Eggspander, do things cook a little faster since it's sitting higher in the egg and the temp is higher near the top? I'm doing 2 briskets and 2 pork shoulders next week using the Eggspander for the first time and working out the timing. Thanks!!!

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

It may not be overly noticeable but the answer is yes, the food on the top rack will cook quicker as the heat is hotter higher in the dome.

I didnt see the PIZZA PORTA!!! DEF accessory needed for doing pizza my friend!!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 ай бұрын

Pizza Porta is definitely a great item

Hey, great vid! I want to call out Ceramic Grill Store as they make their own accessories for the BGE and in fact BGE copied their design to make the eggspander system.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Yes! They definitely have some great stuff.

Very good video. As was stated, the conveggtor or half moons are not an option. The 5 piece Eggspander system is somewhat eggspensive but to get the full. benefit of it additional accessories are needed which adds more to the price. The good thing about the Eggspander is that BGE makes these accessories and you'll know they fit eggactly; no guessing involved. The only other item that is generally needed is a remote meat thermometer for those low and slow cooks. I do not find a need for a aftermarket regulator or ash basket; the Egg cooks fine without them.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

All very good and valid points Mike. I really could not agree more except that I really do like the ash baskets. More for easier cleanout than anything else. A good remote thermometer is imperative. We sell the Meater on our site.

Love the dad jokes

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

LOL, thanks Mark, I keep them all in a dadabase

Hey Ron! Great list. May I suggest the veiwers check out KickAshBasket. I couldn’t Egg without their stuff anymore!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Hey, that is a great suggestion and we will definitely be covering that in an upcoming video.

Another couple of questions (sorry, thought of them right after hitting send). First, I have a half moon deflector for the xl. Can I use it with the eggspander? Second, I have cast iron half moons for the xl. Can I use those (or, rather, one) with the eggspander?

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Steven, no problem at all my friend! YES! You can definitely use all of those with the Eggspander. They are sized to fit perfectly.

Хорошо

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

I hope that means something good.

I hope those extenders are made for the Large, I'm doing my first BGE smoke this weekend.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

So, how did it go?

@Mister_Portal_USMC

2 жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal not as well as I hoped, it was more of a trial run but it's hard to get the right temp at 250. Smoked a pork butt, thought I was going to take 14 hours, started at 1030pm, it was done around 630am. Got to wrap it next time at 170 but my folks loved it. I got another 10lb butt I'm doing this weekend and think I figured out the kinks. My dad is also from long island so he wants to make some pizzas.

Nice video. I want to do double indirect cooking on my GE. I have the expander and several stones and cast iron half moons and a cast iron plate setter. How would you put two layers of stones or cast iron plates between the fire and the item cooking? I got burnt out in Dec due a wild fire and don't have access to my Green Egg and Stuff. There is something called SloRoller that I am considering on getting, but not sure I need it as there maybe other ways to get two layers between the fire and the meat.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

You could always cook on the top rack of the Eggspander and put stones etc on the bottom row and on the regular cooking grate if that is what you are going for....

@Keith80027

2 жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal I thinking about finding some small rocks to put on my plate setter and then put a pizza stone on top of the rocks. I hope I can get 3 inches between the two plates and then put the grill on top of the expander. I have to see if it works. Thanks for your videos, love watching what you are up to.

Love this grill... but no rotisserie accessory??

@FOGOcharcoal

Ай бұрын

They made one but had a legal entanglement. New one is in development as we speak.

I hope that this info is helpful. Please always feel free to reach out with any questions!

@aaronrathburn

4 ай бұрын

@captron302 where did you get that grate handle?

@CptnRon302

4 ай бұрын

@@aaronrathburn I’m not sure what you mean by grate handle.

@aaronrathburn

4 ай бұрын

@@CptnRon302 your main grate has a handle connected to it for putting it on and off. Looks stainless on the right side of your full grate.

@CptnRon302

4 ай бұрын

@@aaronrathburngotcha. It’s built in to the EGGspander system.

@aaronrathburn

4 ай бұрын

@@CptnRon302 I don’t think that is the one I’m referring to. At 3:35 in the video you remove the standard grate, the handle on there is what I’m referring to

Heard the temperature control is much easier using the Conveggtor instead of the two half moons. Especially on higher heat (e.g. pizza). Is that true?

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

That is a great question Menno. I do find it easier to get to temp with the conveggtor. The half moons don't allow for quite as much air flow. That being said, I simply overlap the half moons an inch or two and it fixes the problem.

Did you season the pizza stone or anything? Do you clean it? I do put foil on the other stone for indirect cooking as you said to in one video.

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

There is really no reason to season the pizza stone. It comes ready to use right out of the box. I usually just leave it in the Egg and it burns everything on it. Then i just give it a quick scrape and wipe down.

Hey Ron, if you have the expander system with two half moon ceramic plates, why would you ever use the conveggter?

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

It sits in the Eggspander perfectly and I find that it gives more air flow with the Conveggttor

How do you feel about the kick ash can?

@FOGOcharcoal

5 ай бұрын

I have one in every single one of my grills.

how does the Eggspander compare to the Divide and Conquer, Im torn between getting a KJ and a BGE, even thinking of getting a Primo Round (dont have the space for the full :( )

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Hi Nicolas. I honestly couldn't answer that as I don't have and experience with the Divide and conquer. From what I have seen, there are folks that will prefer one to the other based on brand loyalty. I can only speak on the Eggspander. I LOVE it! I have had some experience cooking on Primo and I was not impressed.

Is the pizza stone the same size as two half moons? If so could you use a pizza stone instead of the two half moons for indirect cooking?

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

I do believe that it is the same size.

Made the best Crown Roast and smoked my own Pork belly

@FOGOcharcoal

5 ай бұрын

Sounds great to me.

An Eggceptional eggucation from an egperienened egger!

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Yesss! That is eggzactly what we are going for!!!

I have heard that two half moons plus a pizza stone will not get hot enough? Therefore the standard conveggtor will be needed … correct?

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

It can be done but I do find it much easier with the conveggtor. If you use two half moons, overlap them a little bit to increase air flow around the outsides.

@FOGO Charcoal “As we can all see, The Ultimate Big Green Egg Cookin’ Guide continues 👍🏻. My absolute favorite is the plancha. It makes for some delicious smash burgers.”

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Yes yes yes! It certainly does!

Just found this page, and already enjoying the video. I have the egg genius, helps keep the temperature eggactly where I want it to be.

@FOGOcharcoal

Ай бұрын

Awesome! Thank you! share it with your friends

Egghead🥚💚

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Through and through!

Im confused and don't know what to buy in regards to the eggspansion system. its so many pieces. Maybe I should just get the whole 5 pieces i guess. I wanna be able to use a wok,

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

My suggestion is always to get the 5 piece system and customize it from there. The wok is a GREAT Eggcessory

Are all these accessories available for the medium bge?

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

I do believe that some, not all are available for the Medium

Is using the conveggtor feet down as a pizza stone ok?

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

I would nt recommend it as the conveggtor will get too hot and burn the bottom well before the top of the pizza gets cooked. Some use it feet down, then the grate, then the pizza stone but i prefer to have a good air gap in between the conveggtor and the stone. I find it heats more evenly.

@stevenarnold4567

2 жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal Thanks so much.

Great video! One of the best for describing the variations. However, you lost me at vegetables!!

@FOGOcharcoal

6 ай бұрын

LOL!!! Sorry to hear that but glad you enjoyed the rest of the vid

Я очень люблю это санвл

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for always watching.

So where do we get the accesories?

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

There are links to everything in the description

Can I place a beer can chicken cooker directly on the conveggtor

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

Yes sir, absolutely!

If the plate setter is so important. It should be included with the grill. But no, they’re going to nickel and dime you for all these extra things.

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

Not everyone wants to use it as s smoker or for indirect cooking so I guess they figure why make people get it that don't want it. Personally, I couldn't imagine having a BGE without it.

I guess the 5 thumbed down are people that cook on a gas grill they don’t get it lol

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

Haha, that could very well be. Hey, the way that I look at it is that we can never please all of the people all of the time.....

@g2skinny

2 жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal that is true my brother!!

I wouldn't mess with any of the BGE racking systems. The Ceramic Grill Store came up with all of the ideas, that BGE stole, almost 20 years ago. The owner Tom makes all his products in the US and they are better thought-out and build on each other. Here is one example: kzread.info/dash/bejne/hWiC06d_fsrXhpc.html

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

Glad you like their stuff! Many of my friends swear by it

I’m an owner of over ten years and I’m telling you that the overpriced accessories are just one reason potential customers aren’t buying the BGE!

@FOGOcharcoal

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for tuning in Pete.

My top two accessories.. 1. Lump charcoal that's not $30-$40 a bag I think that's ridiculous for charcoal. I'm a new BGE owner and have had good luck with B&B premium lump, average price I'm seeing is around 15 bucks for 20 lb bags. Through my first 3 cooks it has burned extremely well with not much ash. 2. Quality meat.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

You can't beat some quality meat

@matthewhartup941

2 жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal Send me a bag of Fogo and I'll give it a try ; )

Why your egg is black on the inside?

@FOGOcharcoal

10 ай бұрын

That’s the color it turns when you cook in it.

@KombersBlanket-mj3gy

10 ай бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal I happen not to have enough money one day to get charcoal from Big Green Egg and got a bag from grocery store, they did warn me at Big Green Egg but I thought one time won't hurt and my lifetime insurance gone. Hope they make XXXL, I had hoped to keep my XXL in good shape so I can sell it when XXXL comes around

@KombersBlanket-mj3gy

10 ай бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal I get it but they would help me because I didn't use Big Green Egg charcoal so it remains white. I was doing good for a few years but only one time with another charcoal it went south. No doubt it does wonders but my life time insurance gone. As you and I they cost a lil. I know thousands of people but only when brother has one and that is where I first saw it and was at the store few days later I am only mad at myself. Thanks for spreading good gastronomy

Man…just buy a Kamado joe. I inherited a XL big green egg and I love it but for the money Kamado joe is way better and comes with the divide and conquer system included for direct and indirect cooking. Kamado joe all day. My buddy was looking at a ceramic grill to purchase and I talked him into the classic Kamado joe and he loves it. He has used it so much already for the last 2 weeks and hates that he didn’t get one sooner at a price of $1000. Kamado joe is just better. Period.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

That is up to each individual. I'm not here to debate which is better. If you love your KJ then that's good. There are many other factors that go into the decision for many people other than just $$$.

@AntwonDaBusiness

2 жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal oh I don’t have a KJ. If you read my comment you’d know I inherited an XL green egg with every accessory almost and love it. But with the options today….the Kamado joe is king now and especially compared to what you get for the price. Green egg finally started pricing things competitively but a little too late in my opinion.

@AntwonDaBusiness

2 жыл бұрын

@@FOGOcharcoal the reason to buy a Kamado joe is all about what you get for the money. Plus a lifetime warranty unlike green egg. Sorry but it’s just a better grill. Period.

When I look at these I can’t help but see an overly expensive Weber kettle grill

@FOGOcharcoal

7 ай бұрын

They are definitely 2 totally different things, each with their own usefulness.

$1500? For a small grill? That's a joke right? The economy must be in pretty good shape if they're still in business.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 ай бұрын

Yes sir and they are busier than ever. They are not for everyone and fortunately there are more economical grills out there.

@spageddie3266

2 ай бұрын

...I've had mine for over 15 years, and it will go for another 15+ years easy So, per year, it is very economical It is so much fun, and it allows for experimentation/creativity

@vespaman101

Ай бұрын

It's a kamado dude. It's not just some normal grill. This thing will last your entire life and won't rust. Not to mention it's able to cook so much better than ur traditional 150 dollar Walmart grill. It's really more like a charcoal oven than a walmart grill.

Don't buy the Eggspander. It's made in China and BGE nearly copied the design from the Ceramic Grill Store. Go and buy the Adjustable Rig from The Ceramic Grill Store. Way better options and made in Texas!!! The Eggspander is a complete rip-off from all the years of hard work from Tom and The Ceramic Grill Store.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

They definitely have some very good products and accessories!

@mikem1436

2 жыл бұрын

People are still promoting the false claim the BGE stole the design from the Ceramic Grill Store. The Eggspander is different and way more versatile than the Adjustable Rig. No one mentions the fact some one took a piece of round stock, bent it in a circle, then laid/welded additional pieces across it to create what we all know as a grill grate. Every grill grate since then was a copy of that original one. Buyers will decide for themselves whether they prefer the BGE design, CGS design, or some other design.

@conrad463

2 жыл бұрын

You're dreaming Mike. I can tell you've done a ton of research.....

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikem1436 Mike, I really like the way you think. There are not very many true original thought products out there any more.

this is why kj blows the egg outta the water.. its all overpriced bs.

@FOGOcharcoal

2 жыл бұрын

OK, glad you are enjoying your KJ! #GetOutAndGrill

@sloppyjoe6243

11 ай бұрын

i have had both and the KJ is the better of the two strictly because of it already comes with two half moons and the variable height grate. Unfortunately it is made in China whereas the BGE is made in Mexico.