A Smoked Spatchcocked Turkey is a game changer for the holidays or any special occasion. Spatchcocking a turkey (removing the backbone and flattening it) allows it to cook faster, and also more evenly versus a traditional whole bird. And smoking a turkey adds amazing flavor that cannot be replicated in the oven. Learn the steps…
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Sweets and Desserts on the Grill
Have you ever thought to make dessert on your grill? Live fire cooking is a great way to cook meat and vegetables, but it also does a great job at caramelizing fruit and adding a smoky flavor to your favorite sweets and desserts. Below are our favorite chocolate, nutty, and fruity dessert recipes you can…
Smoked Corned Beef Brisket
Smoked Corned Beef is a delicious meal with aromatics of spices and herbs and the rich and salty brine giving it that signature red color. Making your own corning spices is pretty easy, it just takes time, some special curing salt, and an understanding of how the curing salt process works. Smoking the brisket when…
Corned Beef Hash – Savory and Hearty Breakfast
If you are looking for flavorful leftover corned beef recipe, this Corned Beef Hash is the answer. Crispy potatoes, onion, peppers, and eggs combined with savory corned beef, for an amazing breakfast or brunch. My husband grew up with the classic boiled corned beef and cabbage meal to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, and without fail…
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…
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…
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…
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!…
Holiday Gift Guide for BBQ and Food Lovers
Our holiday gift guide for the BBQ and food lovers on your list! Head over to our beverage version if looking for a wine and cocktail gift guide. We tend to keep our gift guides short and simple every year. But this year, with so many more folks looking online for gift giving, we decided…
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…
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…
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. For other holidays, especially the winter holidays, check out our roundup of holiday recipes for the grill and smoker. We have been…
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…
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…
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…
Bourbon Brined Smoked Turkey Recipe
This Smoked Turkey Recipe is jam packed with incredible flavor, from a bourbon citrus brine, to an herbed butter, to a flavorful turkey dry rub, This is the juiciest and most flavorful turkey that will have your guests going back for seconds… and maybe even thirds. Looking for another creative way to smoke your turkey?…
Wine Advent Calendar for the Holidays
This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Albertsons. All opinions are 100% mine. Surprise your friends, family, and neighbors this holiday season with a Wine Advent Calendar, featuring 24 glasses of wine, one for each day leading up to Christmas. These make for great host gifts or a treat for yourself…