Kosmo Unfiltered

When it comes to twice the bark on pulled pork, believe me when I say no one else does it like us! Today, I’ll be sharing with you my secrets to the perfect pulled pork with aaaaaall the bark you will ever need for that awesome, smoky flavor. This recipe will have you asking (or fighting ) for seconds before you even finish your plate. Well then, what are you waiting for? Time to get the barbecue...

Seriously, we've nailed it - the perfect macaroni and cheese recipe!  Just in time for National Mac and Cheese Day, we whipped up the cheesiest mac and cheese you'll ever taste. Here's the kicker - we took it up a notch with some mouthwatering bacon, brisket, and a few secret ingredients. You gotta tune in for this, trust me! I'm telling you, while we were filming, my stomach was g...

No matter where you are with your cooking skills, this steak on a Traeger Grill recipe will forever hold a special place in your heart. Because, let’s face it, cookin’ a steak can be a bit tricky. But I don’t want any of you guys to waste another piece of steak. So in today’s episode, I’m gonna share everything you need to know on how to cook a steak on a Traeger Grill. And I don’t care if you’ve...

Ain't nothin' like a juicy, meaty, and cheesy homemade burger! But today's recipe will change how you view burgers. Well, you've probably known (or heard about) Guga if you've been in this food space for a while. He's been my guy for years and has been leading the way in our type of content. And when he said that a burger changed his life AGAIN, dude, I'm givin' it...

I’m ‘bout to spill some beans on why you gotta try this steak marinade here. Picture this: tender, juicy steaks with a hint of smoky sweetness… That’s what bourbon brings to the table. First off, bourbon ain’t just some kind of liquor. It’s the nectar of the gods, distilled with love and aged to perfection. Introducing bourbon to your steak marinade adds a depth of flavor that’ll have your taste b...

Anyone who has tried smoked baby back ribs will tell you how time-consuming it is. But here's what y'all probably don't know… You can make those bad boys in two hours (or even less)! And the secret? It's learning the very backbone of smoking - fire management. So in today's episode, Wes and I gonna show you exactly how you can smoke those baby backs the speedy way. And hopefull...

In today’s episode, we are gonna unveil exactly what you need to know in order to make the best possible fajitas! Because let’s face it… fajitas aren’t easy. I know that from experience. And I don’t want any of you to learn the hard way, so this is your 11-minute round-up of everything you gotta do to get them just right. Make sure to check out the full episode for more!   Key Takeaways: Intro (00...

You know, if someone came to me and said, “Kosmo, I’ve never cooked in my life… what do you recommend?” I would give them this chicken soak recipe. This recipe is a real show-stopper. The first time I used it in a competition, I got a perfect score.  This brine is amazing on turkey and chicken. But did you know you could also use it for a smoked salmon recipe that will knock your socks off?! And t...

Do you like crispy chicken wings? Well, you know how sometimes when you eat cereal…, they can accidentally hurt your mouth because they’re so crispy? That’s the level of crispiness that we are talking about here. Oh, and even better… Wes and I have a recipe to make them this crispy without you even having to use cornstarch. Wanna hear what we did? Check out Episode 70 of Kosmo Unfiltered for more!...

So anyone that has ever tried to slice a ribeye or Philly cheesesteak is gonna know how impossible it is. But what you maybe didn't know… Is there are a bunch of tricks and tips you can use to make your life so much easier. And one of them is all about where you get your meat from. Wanna know what else makes this recipe so incredible? Check out Episode 69 of Kosmo Unfiltered for more! Key Take...

You know… we don’t really do this that often. We rarely sit down and go through one of our recipes entirely from start to finish like this. But today, I wanna show you every single detail of our incredible beef tenderloin recipe. From the perfect temperature to getting the perfect knife, how to tie it up correctly, and even the best seasoning to apply. This is the only beef tenderloin recipe you’r...

There are some recipes out there… that you have to try really hard to screw up. And this loaded pastrami fries recipe is one of them. This stuff is so damn good… That if you mess it up… you’ve done something seriously, seriously wrong. Wanna hear more about it? Check out the latest episode of Kosmo Unfiltered for more! Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) The thing about loaded fries (01:11) Why I hate be...

In today’s episode, we’re gonna run through a delicious traditional Hawaiian recipe… that you could cook for a whole family for just $15. But in this episode… we ran it with a little twist in the gravy. Wanna hear what it was? Check out the latest episode, to see! Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) Where did Loco Moco come from? (01:55) Packet or homemade gravy? (03:20) How we made it (06:05) Our little...

In today’s episode, we are gonna be discussing a recipe that has blown up on TikTok! The baked feta pasta recipe is what everyone has been talking about lately, and in today’s episode, Wes and I add our own little touch to it. Make sure to check it out! Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) What we changed (03:14) How I like to cook chicken (05:40) What we noticed about the tomato sauce (06:50) Recipe summ...

In today’s episode, Wes and I talk about a recipe that we weren’t totally convinced on to begin with. But now that we’ve tried it, it has to be a least in the top 20 recipes that we’ve done. Wanna hear what made it so special? Check out Episode 64 of Kosmo Unfiltered to hear it! Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) The backstory of this recipe (03:05) Old vs New barbecue (04:40) What really surprised me (...

In today’s episode of Kosmo Unfiltered… we’re gonna do things a little differently. Today, Wes and I are going to go through one of our old cooking adventures. And this time, it’s all about our chicken and sausage gumbo. Make sure to check it out! Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) Roux - a thing Cajuns take dead serious (00:53) How Kosmo makes his cornbread (01:30) A gumbo that Kosmo would take to a Ca...

I mean, I could make a huge list of everything I regret. And that’s a part of life. But… there are a couple of regrets I have that stand tall above the others. So if I could go back and do just a couple of things differently in my life… this is what they would be. Check out the rest of the episode to hear more! Key Takeaways: 50 shades of regret (00:00) Never being carefree (01:39) I’ve never expe...

In a workplace full of people complaining and b*tchin’ about doing stuff that ain’t in their job description…. There’s one SUPER easy way for you to stand out. And it doesn’t require any training. It’s free. And you can start doing it today. How can you do it? That’s what I’m gonna be teaching you today. Make sure to check it out! Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) The one skill (02:23) Knowing what you...

Are you an anxious person? I sure as hell know that I am! So over the years, I’ve developed some pretty useful techniques that help me feel less anxious in just a couple of minutes or less. Do you wanna hear what they are? Check out Episode 60 of Kosmo Unfiltered for more! Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) My own story with anxiety (02:12) How I deal with anxiety (05:00) Are you too cool for this? (07:...

Is living a debt-free life hurting you?  Well, I guess it depends. It depends on your own situation. Like your credit score, your income, what you’re using the debt for, and more… But if you want the short answer… Then you should check out today’s episode… And if you want the long answer… You’re in luck because that’s what we’ll be discussing too. Make sure to check it out! Key Takeaways: Intro (0...

When was the last time that you really sat down and counted the things you were grateful for? Or when was the last time you b****ed about something to someone? It may not seem as easy as that, but being grateful for what you have will have a massive impact on your day-to-day life, and how happy you feel. But how can you show more gratitude in your life? Check out the most recent episode of Kosmo U...

You know that goal you got in your mind for the new year? You know the one I’m talkin’ about, the one you’ve been putting off for 3 or 4 years now? Well in today’s episode, I’m going to reveal the step-by-step plan you can use to achieve that goal once and for all! We’re going to be talking about how to get motivated, but also how you can STAY motivated. So make sure to check it out! Key Takeaways...

So as you all know… it’s that time of the year again. People all over the country are gonna be writing out all the things they wanna accomplish in the New Year. But writing out these lists is one thing… and sticking to them is another. So in today’s episode, we are gonna be discussing what steps you gotta take to maximize your chances of doing what you want in 2023. Make sure to check it out! Key...

Today, we're gonna talk about the worst job I’ve ever had, how I got started by peddling free barbeque products, and what it was like to win the World Steak Championship.   Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) Kosmo has trouble with social media - is it Twitter? (01:27) Kosmo’s top 3 worst jobs of his life (food truck) (02:30) Kosmo gets into steak competitions by accident. (05:13) Kosmo qualifies for...

Hey everyone and thanks for joinin’ us for episode 55 of Kosmo Unfiltered. Every single year people make a ton of different New Years’ Resolutions. And how many of them do they stick to? … Not many. So in today’s episode of Kosmo Unfiltered, we’re gonna talk about how you can get better at new things, and finally stick to them, too. Make sure to check it out! Key Takeaways: Intro (00:00) The first...