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…
Recipes
Chocolate Truffles with Red Wine
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Albertsons. All opinions are 100% mine. Chocolate Truffles infused with red wine are a decadent (and easy to make) treat for Valentine’s Day, or really anytime you’re craving a delicious bite of chocolate. With only a few simple ingredients these come together quickly and can…
Cheese Fondue (On The Grill)
This Cheese Fondue Recipe is inspired from a trip to the Jura mountain region of eastern France, where the famed Comté cheese is produced. We’re combining two classic cheeses (Emmental and Comté) with wine and grilling it for the best outdoor fondue experience. Comté Cheese Several years ago I had the honor of traveling to…
Blackened Seasoning for Chicken, Pork, and Fish
Our Blackening Seasoning Recipe is easy to make and full of flavor. This easy seasoning adds incredible flavor to chicken, fish, and pork with a balance of savory, heat, and herbs. What is Blackened Seasoning? Blackening Seasoning was developed by Chef Paul Prudhomme in New Orleans several decades ago. The spices were used in a…
Smoked Whole Chicken Recipe
Smoked Whole Chicken is absolutely delicious and easy to make. Below we’ll explain how to smoke a whole chicken on a pellet grill or other style smoker for the best chicken you will make. Smoked Whole Chicken is one of the most common things we cook on our smokers. We typically smoke one or two…
Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken
Grilled Balsamic Glazed Chicken takes a whole new level in flavor when savory grilled chicken is coated with a rosemary and balsamic glaze. This makes a great stand alone meal, or can be used as a base for a salad. Either way it’s delicious. There’s no such thing as too many grilled chicken recipes. This…
Game Day Recipes for the Grill or Smoker
Looking for some of the best Game Day Recipes for your smoker or grill? There is no better time to cook outside. Look no further for some game day food classics and jaw dropping appetizers! All of these can be made on your grill or smoker, or adapted to your kitchen if you don’t have…
Taco Lettuce Wraps with Smoked Ground Beef
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Albertsons. All opinions are 100% mine. These Taco Lettuce Wraps are made with taco seasoned Smoked Ground Beef and topped with a creamy avocado cream sauce. This easy recipe is a great way to lighten things up and change up your taco night. It’s also…
Grilled Salmon Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette
Salmon Salad is flavorful, filling, and absolutely delicious! We are grilling up a savory and rich blackened salmon and then adding to a hearty salad. This Grilled Salmon Salad will not disappoint. Ditch the canned salmon and grab a fresh filet for this delicious and easy grilled salmon salad. The goal is to add a…
Jamaican Jerk Seasoning Recipe (for chicken or pork)
Jerk Seasoning is a flavorful Jamaican inspired spice blend with heat, savory, and herbal flavors. And it’s such an easy seasoning to make yourself at home to use for a number of recipes. What is Jerk Seasoning? Jerk seasoning is a combination of dried ingredients that provides a balance of sweet, heat, aromatics, and savory…
Easy White Fish Ceviche Recipe
This Easy and Classic Ceviche is made with rockfish (or other white fish, like tilapia or bass) and is perfect for a hot summer day when it’s too darn hot to cook. This classic ceviche recipe is also perfect for parties, appetizers, or a light meal at home. Or you can check out our tuna…
Easy Grilled Fish Tacos — Plus wine pairing
Grilled Fish Tacos are easy to make, super healthy, and full of great flavor! Citrus marinated fish is grilled to perfection and topped with a Grilled Corn and Cabbage Slaw and Avocado Crema. This taco recipe makes a great weeknight dinner or entertaining dinner on the weekend. Grilled Fish Tacos We’re a little obsessed with…
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…
Bone In Smoked Leg of Lamb with Garlic Butter Sauce
If you are looking for a tender and rich Smoked Leg of Lamb recipe, this one is incredible. A Bone-in leg of lamb, rubbed with dried herbs, smoked low, and topped with a flavorful garlic, wine, and butter sauce over the top. Learn the secrets to how to find the right lamb that will taste…
Smoked Chuck Roast Stew with Red Wine Braise
When looking for new roasts to cook on the smoker, a Smoked Chuck Roast will not disappoint. Often used for stews, this Chuck Roast is slowly smoked as a whole roast and then finished in a red wine braising liquid for a mouthful of flavor. This post is a collaboration with Beef. It’s What’s for…
Edible Gifts from the Grill or Smoker
Looking for some last minute gifts for your friends, neighbors, co-workers, or host gifts this year? Or perhaps looking for some budget friendly gifts for the food lovers on your list? Here are some of our favorite edible gifts to give this holiday season. Edible gifts make for excellent additions to any gift basket. These…
Holiday Recipes for the Grill and Smoker
Looking for ideas to cook outside this holiday season? This guide is a range of holiday recipes from appetizers to main dishes large and small. Great for Hanukkah, Christmas, or Kwanzaa. Grab a glass of wine and peruse some of our favorites. If you are looking for some thanksgiving recipes, then check out our perfect…
Smoked Candied Pecans
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Albertsons. All opinions are 100% mine. Smoked Candied Pecans are a tasty snack that can also dub as a great edible holiday gift idea. These Candied Pecans are tossed in a mix of sugar and cinnamon, then slowly smoked giving them a great mix of sweet, savory, and…
Grilled Mussels with White Wine
There is nothing more appetizing than eating a warm bowl of freshly steamed mussels with crusty bread being dipped in a wine based broth. And this Grilled Mussels recipe is beyond amazing. We are making a simple simmer broth with garlic, white wine, and some aromatics and steaming the mussels on the grill. This is…
Smoked Boneless Leg of Lamb with Herb Rub
Making Smoked Boneless Leg of Lamb is as easy as seasoning the lamb and smoking to the right internal temperature. And with good quality lamb you’ll find the flavor amazing and tender. Many of us grew up with some preconceived notions of lamb meat. If you were anything like us, your experience with lamb likely…
Pinot Noir BBQ Sauce Recipe
This Pinot Noir BBQ Sauce Recipe is what happens when the combination of the delicate flavors of Pinot Noir wine and the bold flavors of BBQ sauce collide. This savory and slightly sweet sauce can be made with any fruity red wine. There are many styles of BBQ sauce from around the US, and what…
Pomegranate Ginger Beer Cocktail (a Holiday Cocktail)
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!…
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…