How Do You Build A Roasting BBQ Pit?
A roasting BBQ pit allows you to slow cook large pieces of meat, up to an entire animal. Barbecue roasts are a fun fair weather activity, especially when part of a family reunion, jam session, or company picnic. Roasting BBQ pits can be simple holes in the ground, a firebox and roasting irons welded by your local blackmith, or elaborate outdoor kitchens, complete with prep and serving counters, sinks and beverage coolers. Decide how large you want your roasting BBQ pit to be. For best results when roasting, your pit should be no more than 6 to ei8ght inches deep, and at least 6 inches longer and 6 inches wider than the largest piece of meat you intend to roast. The reason for the shallow depth is to ensure that air will be able to reach the fire. If you decide to make the pit deeper, it is best to build it above ground, build a grate at least six inches off the ground inside your firebox, and leave air openings all the way around your firebox at ground level. Have your local blacksmith
