They call him the Sausage Sensei for a reason

* One of the world's most influential and in-demand sausage makers, Bill Dumas, on his incredible story.

* Step-by-step keys to making the best artisanal sausage.

* From basic Texas-influenced sausages to those that have the barbecue world buzzing: Fried catfish sausage? Christmas tamale sausage? Girl Scout Cookie sausage? Yes, yes and yes.

* How backyard pitmasters can learn the craft.