This Southern skillet cornbread comes out of the oven with crisp, golden edges and a soft, moist center. It’s mostly savory with just a hint of sweetness, and the buttermilk keeps every bite tender. It’s the cornbread I make most often at our place, usually while something is resting on the smoker. The secret is […]

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These BBQ Chicken Sliders are an easy way to turn leftover or rotisserie chicken into something everyone can enjoy. Shredded chicken is coated in barbecue sauce, layered onto soft dinner rolls with melted cheese, then finished with crunchy coleslaw. They’re simple to prepare, easy to share, and work just as well for a casual family […]

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A good BBQ sandwich never needs an occasion — but it works for everyone. I make them constantly, especially when there is leftover pulled pork, smoked brisket, or BBQ chicken in the fridge that deserves better than just being reheated on a plate. Smoky meat, a good bun, and the right sauce are one of […]

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If the same rotation of burgers and sausages is starting to feel a little tired, this roundup is worth a look. I put this together because I found myself cooking the same handful of BBQ dinner ideas every time the grill went on — and there is genuinely so much more you can do with […]

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Pork is probably the protein I put on the Pit Boss more than anything else. There is something about the way it takes on smoke — whether it is a shoulder going low and slow for pulled pork, baby back ribs that have been on for hours, or a quick set of pork chops for […]

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There is something about the smell of chicken on the grill that just signals summer. I make BBQ chicken more than almost anything else during the warmer months — it is fast, the whole family eats it, and the cleanup is minimal. Think sticky BBQ chicken thighs, juicy grilled chicken breast, smoky drumsticks, and loaded […]

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There’s something about firing up the smoker with a full backyard of people that never gets old — it’s one of my favorite excuses to cook all day. Whether you’re throwing a birthday bash, a long weekend cookout, or just using any excuse to get the smoker going, a good spread makes the whole thing. […]

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New Year’s Eve is one of my favorite excuses to fire up the smoker and go all out. There’s something about ending the year with a smoked rack of lamb or prime rib that just feels right. I’ve put together a full menu here — showstopper mains, appetizers like smoked queso and pork belly burnt […]

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I’ve cooked a lot of chicken on the Pit Boss over the years, and it never disappoints. There’s something about pellet-smoked chicken — whether it’s a whole bird, a tray of wings, or a simple batch of thighs — that just hits different to anything coming out of the oven. This round-up covers every cut […]

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Tailgating food doesn’t need to be fancy, but it should be good. Whether you’re in the parking lot before the game, hosting a backyard watch party, or just getting a group of friends together for the afternoon, the food is half the reason people show up. I’ve put together this list of my favorite tailgate […]

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I always end up with more pulled pork than I know what to do with after a smoke, and this is my go-to way to use it up. Melty cheese and smoky pork between two crispy slices of buttered sourdough is hard to beat, and it comes together in about the time it takes to […]

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Putting the Traeger to work on Thanksgiving has become one of my favorite ways to do the holiday. The kitchen stays clean, you’re not hovering over the stove all day, and everything just tastes better with a little smoke. This round-up covers a full Thanksgiving spread — smoked turkey, glazed ham, sides like cornbread and […]

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Christmas dinner is one of those meals worth putting some real effort into, and the Traeger makes that a lot easier than it sounds. Whether you’re going all out with a prime rib or keeping it relaxed with a glazed spiral ham, there’s something satisfying about cooking the Christmas main low and slow. This round-up […]

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Pork is honestly one of the best things you can put on a smoker. It’s forgiving, flavorful, and there’s so much you can do with it — from a low-and-slow pork butt that shreds into the most incredible pulled pork, to sticky ribs, crispy pork belly, glazed ham, and everything in between. This round-up covers […]

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These smoked chicken recipes are packed with flavor and perfect for everything from easy weeknight dinners to weekend cookouts. You’ll find whole smoked chickens, juicy thighs, crispy wings, drumsticks, chicken quarters and stuffed chicken breasts, with options for pellet grills, Pit Boss and Traeger smokers. Smoked Beer Can Chicken A whole chicken cooked upright over […]

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Garlic cheese bread is one of those things that disappears from the table before you’ve even sat down. This air fryer version has become a regular in our house — faster than the oven, crispier edges, and perfectly bubbly cheese every time. All you need is a handful of ingredients and about 15 minutes. Perfect […]

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Thanksgiving sides are just as important as the main, and when you’re cooking low and slow, it only makes sense to put the smoker to work on the sides too. Some of my favorites from this list — the smoked mashed potatoes, bacon mac and cheese, and smoked baked beans — have become regulars on […]

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These buffalo chicken sliders are stuffed with shredded chicken tossed in buffalo sauce, plenty of melted cheese, and tucked between soft Hawaiian rolls brushed with garlic butter. They’re spicy, cheesy, and come together faster than you’d think. I make these whenever we’re hosting game day or need an easy appetizer that disappears fast. What I […]

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This honey butter cornbread has been a regular on our table for years. It’s sweet without tipping into dessert territory, soft in the middle, and gets a proper crisp edge from baking it in a cast iron skillet. All it takes is a handful of pantry staples and about half an hour, so it’s an […]

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