This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Albertsons. All opinions are 100% mine. Ginger Pomegranate Cocktail is a refreshing cocktail made with ginger beer, pomegranate flavored Italian soda, lime juice, vodka, and some fresh herbs. It’s the perfect refreshing holiday cocktail this season. As always, please drink responsibly. It’s the holiday season!…
Food and Recipes
Leftover Holiday Roast Recipe Ideas
You have a pile of leftover turkey, ham, or other holiday roasts and you’re looking for ideas. We have you covered with a few of our favorite leftover holiday roast recipes. And while ours were smoked, these work for any roasts. If you are like us, you buy a lot of food to make sure…
Grilled Pizza with Pear and Prosciutto
Cooking pizzas on the grill is our go-to option for pizza night. The possibilities for toppings are unlimited. This Grilled Pizza with Pear and Prosciutto is filled with a balance of sweet and savory flavors, and is absolutely delicious. Check out our guide to grilled pizza on a Big Green Egg for more tips and…
Cajun Grilled Turkey Breast
Grilled Turkey Breast is tender and full of flavor. It’s also a great alternative to a larger turkey dinner. Adding a spicy and savory Cajun seasoning gives it that extra kick. If you’re cooking for a smaller crowd and looking for an alternative to a larger turkey roast, this Grilled Turkey Recipe is calling your…
Savory Cajun Seasoning Recipe
To us, a good Cajun Seasoning recipe needs to be savory with some salt, herbs, some nice earthy flavors of paprika, and have a touch of heat. These elements evoke those Cajun coastal flavors that work so well for grilled fish and poultry. When looking for some Louisiana influenced flavors, we reach for a Cajun…
Grilled Maple Bourbon Pecan Pie Recipe
A basic homemade Pecan Pie Recipe is so simple to make. Sub the corn syrup for maple syrup, add some bourbon, and then grill it and you have one of the most flavorful Grilled Pecan Pies you will ever have. When it comes to pies, easy is important to us. And there is no easier…
Grilled Chicken Wings With Crispy Skin
Grilled Chicken Wings are a delicious alternative to the deep-fried version. One of the challenges to grilling chicken wings is to get crispy skin without scorching the wings. Corn starch is the simple ingredient to get the classic crunchy texture. These chicken wings are finished with a flavorful BBQ sauce. This post and recipe is…
Thanksgiving Recipes for the Grill and Smoker
If you’re looking for Thanksgiving Recipes to cook outside, on the grill or smoker, we’ve got you covered. These Thanksgiving dinner ideas are some of our most popular tried and true holiday recipes. We have been cooking our holiday meals outside for years because we love the flavor and it keeps the kitchen free to…
Smoked Deviled Eggs
Smoked Deviled Eggs make for an amazing appetizer and pack a mouthful of flavor. Make hard (or soft) boiled eggs in advance and finish on the smoker for an amazing smoky twist on a classic recipe. For this recipe we have a variety of options to garnish your smoked deviled eggs with that are sure…
Grilled Pumpkin Pie with Candied Pecans
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Albertsons. All opinions are 100% mine. Grilled Pumpkin Pie makes for a delicious and smoky option for a fall or holiday desert idea. Simply make a standard pie filling, grill indirect for up to an hour, and then serve with a dollop of smoked whipped cream…
Smoked Pork Ribs with Chinese Five Spice Rub and Thai Chili Glaze
This smoked pork ribs recipe is seasoned with Chinese Five Spice and sugar, cooked in the 3-2-1 method of smoked pork ribs, and then finished with a Thai Sweet Chili Sauce. These Asian ribs are packed with flavor. Barbecue can be a very subjective experience, especially if your lens for barbecue is heavily influenced by…
Collard Greens Recipe with Smoked Turkey Leg
Collard Greens with Smoked Turkey is a go to collards recipe and awesome as a holiday side dish. Smoked turkey leg infuses these perfectly cooked greens with amazing flavor versus the traditional ham hock. This is a delicious side dish with southern roots and great flavor. First things first. I need to tell you about these…
Apple Cider Mimosa – The Perfect Apple Cider Cocktail
Apple Cider Mimosa just screams fall. From autumn brunches to the holiday season, this apple cider cocktail is one of our favorite drinks to enjoy. Make this kid friendly with a sparkling water float. Living in the country, our farm is surrounded by orchards of all types and apples here are harvested October through November….
Smoked Pork Chops – Reverse Seared
These Reverse Sear Smoked Pork Chops are smoked first for that awesome flavor, and then finished hot and fast medium rare for a perfectly cooked pork chop. Sometimes when I hear people turn their noses at the idea of pork chops, I can’t help but ask them why they dislike such an amazing cut of…
Smoked Lamb Chops Recipe – Vindulge
These Smoked Lamb Chops are smoked then grilled hot and fast and cut into individual lollipop portions for an elegant appetizer or serve two per person for an entrée. Don’t be intimidated by lamb. These are easy and absolutely delicious and one of the most flavorful cuts. When smoked, it really balances out the traditional…
Smoked Lamb Burgers with Rosemary Aioli and Pickled Onions
Change up your burger routine with a killer Smoked Lamb Burger with Rosemary Aioli. Serve with a delicious brioche bun. People tend to have a love/hate relationship with lamb. Fresh lamb is delicious with an earthy flavor. When smoked however, lamb takes on an even better flavor profile. Lamb Lamb is sheep up to 1…
Smoked Chicken Tortilla Soup with Chipotle
Chicken Tortilla Soup Recipe made with smoked chicken is a great comfort food with a smoky twist. You can smoke a whole chicken in advance and then the soup can be made later in the week. Chicken tortilla soup screams comfort with its warm broth, fresh herbs and spices, and a little heat. It’s one…
Smoked Honey Butter
Smoked honey meets butter to create an incredibly elegant and delicious Smoked Honey Butter spread for rolls, toast, sandwiches, and so much more. Because we like to experiment with everything on our smoker we had the idea to smoke honey, just to see what would happen. The combination of sweet and smoky is a favorite…
Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Smoked Honey Butter
Grilled Sweet Potatoes are all about simplicity and ease. Think of them as baked sweet potatoes, cooked directly on the grill. The flavor is incredible using our ultimate dry rub, with a soft interior and a nice char on the exterior, and then topped with a decadent smoked honey butter. This recipe is gluten free…
Grilled Mashed Sweet Potatoes (with Chipotle and Maple)
Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a great alternative to regular potato mash. This grilled version is a tasty addition to any steak dinner or holiday side dish. Simply add some chipotle and maple syrup for the perfect sweet and slightly smoky mashed sweet potato recipe. Dietary Notes: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Contains Dairy Sweet potatoes are available…
Smoked Jalapeño Poppers with Crispy Bacon
Smoked Jalapeño Poppers with Smoked Bacon. An easy game day appetizer or for any occasion made with crispy smoked bacon, cream cheese, and cheddar cheese filling. Jalapeño Poppers are a classic. But our take on the classic popper is to deconstruct the way most people make them. Because when you make smoked jalapeño poppers it’s…
Grilled NY Strip Steak with Coffee Rub
Grilled NY Strip Steak is a tender and flavorful cut of beef with amazing marbling. Perfect for grilling. Add a marinade and rub with coffee for a flavorful coffee rubbed steak that is rich, intense, and flavorful. We have used coffee in many of our recipes to add a richness in flavor that is subtle…
Smoked Sausage Lasagna
Smoked Sausage Lasagna is the ultimate comfort food, made with layers of smoked sausage and smoked tomato marinara sauce. Smoked Lasagna is a great comfort food. It’s not only a great use for smoked marinara sauce, it also a meal that feeds a crowd, and makes an amazing house warming or meal train idea for…
Duck Fat Potatoes with Parmesan and Thyme
Duck Fat Potatoes are a crispy and flavorful way to make roasted potatoes and still get a crunchy texture and soft interior. Duck Fat is not as hard to find as you may think and truly elevates the flavor. These are great side for your breakfast or favorite roast. Our first experience with duck fat…