Blueberry Bourbon Smoked Baby Back Ribs have incredible rich and savory flavors. This is a fun take on a smoked baby back rib recipe to try if you want to change up from traditional BBQ flavors. Blueberry season in the Pacific Northwest runs from late spring to mid-summer. I friggin love blueberries, especially since they are…
Pork
Pork recipes for your grill or smoker. Learn how to make Competition Style Ribs or try something new with our recipe for Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends.
Grilled Mac and Cheese with Bacon and Chicken
Anything you can cook in your oven can be made on the grill or smoker. And this Grilled Mac and Cheese recipe is no exception. We’re using the classic flavors of a Béchamel Cheese Sauce as the base, and jazzing it up with grilled chicken and crispy bacon. Bonus, you can make this gluten free…
Homemade Breakfast Sausage Patties
Making Homemade Breakfast Sausages is as simple as combing ground pork with some herbs and spices, and a touch of good maple syrup for sweetness. The Breakfast Sausage seasoning can be as sweet or spicy. Just mix a few simple ingredients together, form the patties, and cook them on the smoker for a delicious addition…
Smoked Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese
Smoked Butternut Mac and Cheese with smoked chicken and bacon is over the top in flavor, cheese, and of course, bacon. Mix in some smoked chicken to make this one pot dish one of your new favorite mac and cheese recipes. Anything cooked inside, in the oven or stove top can be cooked outside on…
Smoked Sausage Gravy (for Biscuits)
Sausage Gravy starts by smoking the sausage, and then adding layers of flavor into the gravy for a savory jam-packed bite. This recipe provides an easy way to add a ton of flavor to your favorite breakfast biscuits. We love breakfast on the grill, and there is nothing more delicious than a thick and savory…
Grilled Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
With a few steps and a sharp knife, making Stuffed Pork Tenderloin is easy and delicious. This tender cut of pork is such a great option when making any stuffed dish. Our stuffed pork tenderloin recipe is filled with sweet caramelized onions, sun-dried tomatoes, sage, and goat cheese for a creamy and savory flavor. The…
Jalapeño Popper Dip with Bacon Recipe
If you love a classic popper, you are going to love this Jalapeño Popper Dip Recipe. It can be grilled or made in the oven, and it is so EASY, and oh-so-tasty. But easy does not mean lacking in flavor. Did I mention it’s topped with crispy bacon?! Cooked on our MAK Pellet Grill and…
Keto Ribs Recipe on the Smoker
Smoked Pork Ribs with zero added sugar, with a Sugar Free BBQ Sauce making them Keto friendly? Is it possible!? Why yes it can be done! These Keto Ribs are made with a savory and sweet dry rub that has zero added sugar, as well as an incredible sugar free BBQ sauce that is naturally…
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…
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 smoked pork chops, I can’t help but ask them why they dislike such an amazing cut…
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…
Pellet Grill Ribs (Kansas City Style)
Pellet Grill Ribs are tender and can be made using many methods. This recipe leverages the low smoke setting of our MAK Two Star-General Grill (pellet smoker) combined with a Kansas City Style Ribs finish, without any wrapping needed. Pellet grills offer great options when smoking ribs, and you can utilize many methods to cook…
Grilled Pork Loin with Blackberry Balsamic Wine Glaze
Grilled Pork Loin is a great way to add outdoor flavor to an incredibly rich and delicious pork roast. Add a glaze with blackberries, red wine, balsamic, and caramelized shallots for the perfect flavor combination of rich tender pork with the tangy and rich glaze. This post is sponsored by the National Pork Board, all…
4th of July Recipes for the Smoker or Grill
Looking for some fun and easy 4th of July recipes for the grill or smoker? Below are some of my favorite recipes for this summer holiday! These are all tried and true family and crowd favorites. 4th of July is most definitely one of my favorite holidays to celebrate with family and friends, and every…
Grilled Jalapeño Poppers with Brie and Prosciutto
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Safeway. All opinions are 100% mine. Grilled Jalapeño Poppers stuffed with Brie, Cherry Jam, and wrapped in Prosciutto are a decadent treat! It’s as if the perfect cheese and charcuterie plate and jalapeños got together to create the ultimate summer appetizer. These poppers are…
Grilled Pizza on a Big Green Egg
When it comes to grilling pizza, it’s about a great dough and a hot fire. A few other tips are important when it comes to getting that golden crust and perfect flavor for Grilled Pizza on a Big Green Egg. Grilling pizza is so much fun. Whether for a crowd, or just for your Friday…
Leftover Smoked Pulled Pork Tacos
The ultimate recipe for Smoked Pulled Pork Tacos, using leftover pulled pork. For more ideas and recipes using leftover pulled pork, check out this post. Whether you’re having fun on the weekend and perfecting your smoked pork butt, or using it as an excuse to meal prep for the week, smoking an entire pork butt…
Dry Rub For Ribs (the best mix of Sweet and Savory)
Our take on the best Dry Rub for Ribs is a balance of sweet and savory. A mix of brown sugar, kosher salt and savory spices makes this pork rub perfect for low and slow cooking. When we make a pork rub we focus on the flavors and the ingredients that will enhance a long,…
Smoked Spare Ribs With Spicy Vinegar Mop
Pork Ribs can be done in so many styles based on where you are around the country. But there is something about smoked spare ribs we get excited about. Add a vinegary and spicy mop and it’s the best of tender pork and savory tangy flavor. Looking for an easy starter guide to ribs? Check…
Smoked Meatball Sandwiches
Smoked Meatball Sandwiches are made with the most indulgent smoked meatballs (which are also great served alone)! Top this meatball sandwich with smoked marinara sauce and melty cheese for an amazing dinner. Recipe Inspiration Let me tell you about our former neighbor, Josh. He makes the meanest, biggest, baddest meatballs ever. When smoked, they are…
Smoked Pork Shoulder (Pork Butt)
A complete guide to making incredible Smoked Pork Shoulder (Pork Butt) and crowd-loving Pulled Pork. Learn the tips and steps for tender pulled pork on your smoker. Plus a full video tutorial on how to smoke pork shoulder. We’ve cooked A LOT of pork shoulders, hundreds for our own personal consumption, as well as through…
Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Fried Sage Butter Sauce
Grilled Pork Tenderloin topped with a fried sage butter melts in your mouth and cooks in minutes over a hot grill. Learn the difference between pork loin and pork tenderloin and how to grill pork tenderloin perfectly every single time. Grilled whole pork tenderloin is an easy way to serve a lean and flavorful cut…
Amazing Recipes for Pulled Pork Leftovers
So you cooked yourself a pork butt and now find yourself with loads of leftovers. Now what?! Whether you smoked a pork butt for amazing pulled pork sandwiches, or cooked it in the Instapot we’ve got several uses for that leftover pulled pork in this round up of recipes with leftover pulled pork. Smoked Pork…
Smoked Baby Back Ribs – An Easy Guide
Smoked Baby Back Ribs are tender and delicious when slowly smoked. Get amazing, flavorful, and rich BBQ ribs following these easy steps. If you’re looking for 3-2-1 Ribs, check out this post. What are Baby Back Ribs There are two basic pork ribs you can buy for smoking, baby back ribs and spare ribs. Baby…