Caramelized onions elevate the flavor of regular onions to a whole new level. Caramelizing onions is a very simple process: cook the sliced onions with butter and salt at a medium-low temp for about an hour. They make a great topping for burgers and sandwiches.…

Roasted garlic mashed potatoes are so good that you can skip the gravy and eat them as is! The depth of flavor from the roasted garlic and the rich, buttery taste of yellow potatoes make this garlic mashed potatoes recipe the best out there! Ingredients…

This chimichurri recipe is the best steak sauce you can have with your meat! The flavors of herbs, vinegar, garlic, red pepper and olive oil create a truly unique sauce that goes perfectly with steaks and other grilled meats. In this chimichurri recipe, we will…

This tangy cilantro lime crema is so easy to make that I can’t believe I was intimidated to try it for so long! This recipe uses common ingredients found in the refrigerator and pantry and only takes less than five minutes to make! What is…

An epic party dip that is super easy to make, this smoked Buffalo chicken dip combines the flavors of Buffalo style chicken, cheeses, and Rotel. Add in some hot sauce for an extra kick and a kiss of smoke flavor then you’ve got the perfect…

Break away from the traditional cheese ball by making this jalapeño popper cheese ball using smoked cream cheese and ingredients to make bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers! This is my favorite way to make a cheese ball and I’ll walk you through the easy recipe! Cheese…

This easy Mexican street corn dip, also known as elotes dip or esquites (Mexican street corn salad), takes the popular Mexican corn treat and turns it into one of the best tasting dips you’ll ever try! Grill the corn to your liking and incorporate with…

Grilled sweet potatoes are the perfect Thanksgiving side dish! These are essentially baked potatoes on the grill, but with the addition of a nice smoky flavor. This sweet potato recipe is more like a candied yams recipe in that we add brown sugar and marshmallows…

Smoked cream cheese is one of the easiest, tastiest appetizers you’ll ever make! It’s one of the best game day snacks out there and I’ll show you the steps to this easy appetizer. Three Ingredients. And Smoke. The ingredients list is short for this smoked…

Homemade smoked mac and cheese is the ultimate comfort food. I’ve tried different macaroni and cheese recipes over the years and this one is a winner! Using this tried and true recipe, and adding smoke flavor, makes this the ultimate side dish for any BBQ!…

Smoked prosciutto wrapped Brie is the perfect appetizer for all types of gatherings, from formal to casual. Only three ingredients and 30 minutes on the grill! How to Make Smoked Prosciutto Wrapped Brie This smoked appetizer recipe is so simple you could jump to the…

This smoked queso dip recipe is the ultimate party dip your chips can’t stay away from! Easy to follow instructions for the best dip you’ll ever make! What Goes Into this Smoked Queso Dip Recipe? This smoked queso dip recipe consists of eight ingredients and…

Taking the traditional holiday snack mix to the next level, this Smoked Chex Mix recipe adds more of what you want! This recipe is easy to follow and only takes one hour of cooking (or should we say, smoking) time. Watch the Video! What Goes…

Looking for a great side dish recipe to go along with that epic holiday feast (or steak dinner)? Fresh green beans with bacon and onions provides those perfect, complementary flavors to go along with that main dish! An Amazing Green Vegetable Side Dish Even though…

Have you attempted making homemade french fries before? Do you wish you could make them taste like the epic fries at Five Guys? You can make these at home and they are easier than you’d expect. As long as you know THREE key tips, your…

Looking for ideas for your upcoming holiday meal? Well, you’re in luck! This BBQ holiday recipe guide is a compilation of main dishes, sides/appetizers, and dessert (yep, singular. I’m working on that). The list will be updated as more recipes get developed and posted, so…

Folks seem to have a love – hate relationship with Brussels sprouts, mostly because some don’t know how to cook them. When Brussels sprouts are roasted, the outsides have a Milliard reaction and creates that tasty, browned crust. This roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and…

Biscuits are the ultimate comfort food: they can be a side to your comfort food main dish or be the main dish itself. They are also acceptable to eat with any meal any time of the day. With a kiss of hickory smoke, as well…

If you’ve ever been to a gathering of sorts, especially those where watching sports is involved, then there’s a chance you’ve had smoked bacon wrapped jalapeno poppers. But have you had them stuffed with chorizo? And with a kiss of hickory smoke? Next level. I’ll…

Pulled pork nachos are a perfect for any occasion! The ideal cheese for pulled pork nachos are cheddar and Monterrey jack. Layer it on for extra cheesiness to this dish! This recipe can use either freshly cooked or leftover pulled pork. Let’s go through the…

In the movie Nacho Libre, Esqueleto (Nacho Libre’s sidekick) can be seen throughout the film eating corn on a cob on a stick, known as elotes. There’s a particular scene where Jack Black’s character is offered some of this Mexican street corn and Jack Black…

My introduction to Southern corn pudding came when I went up to the From the Ashes BBQ festival up in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho. Anthony DiBernardo, of Swig & Swine in South Carolina, had this side dish he was cooking in a large cauldron and immediately…

While the BBQ meat is the main event on the plate, you can’t overlook the supporting cast: the side dishes. I’d like to think the sides you make should be good enough to eat on your own after the BBQ is all gone. This smoked…

BBQ is a beautiful thing. The hours of work put in to trimming, rubbing, injecting (for some), smoking resting, and slicing (or shredding) pays off when you take that first bite…and second, and third, and so on. You want to get your fill and share…