Reverse Sear what is it? After talking with a few folks there seem to be 2 schools of thought here. 1. Do a sear on your meat then smoke it. 2. Smoke your meat, and then do your sear. I got 1000’s of responses on both options so I thought I would do some research on it. I am not going to go into the…
Chuckwagon Baked Beans with 3 different beans. We love “Ken’s Famous Baked Beans” (Ours). I have been working on this recipe for over thirty years and they are the best. But our Chuckwagon Baked Beans rattle the wagon! They are good both hot or cold! I saw where someone made a 3 bean baked beans using butter beans, great northern beans and pork ‘n…
Bacon Cheese Garlic Bread, We were invited to a potluck. We offered to bring garlic bread. We thought we would test a new recipe we were working on. “Bacon Cheese Garlic Bread”, oh yeah we rocked this. This was quick, easy and ooey gooey great. Jam packed with crumbled bacon, two kinds of cheese and buttery garlic… There were no leftovers, darn. The…
Kentucky Derby BBQ: Grilled Recipes Perfect for Race Day When peaople think about the Kentucky Derby, the first thoughts that come to mind are betting, excitement, and what to wear. But if you actually spent Derby Day with friends, getting all festive, or maybe going to Churchill Downs, you’ll know that something else plays a huge role in the celebration. Food. And not just any…
Peanut Butter Stuffed Burgers we love BIG Burgers and this one is one of my favorites. Burgers are so versatile with all the combinations you can dream of. Some of our favorite ways to make them are inside out or stuffed burgers. One of Ken’s favorites and one of our most popular is our nutty buddy burger with peanut butter and bacon on top.…
Review Monument Gas Grill Mesa II 415BZ Monument Gas Grill Mesa II 415BZ I recently assembled my Monument Mesa II 415BZ grill, which was straightforward and well-built. This compact model offers versatile features: it works as a grill, a light smoker with the Smoke Box, or as a flat-top griddle by swapping the grill grates for griddle plates. Adding a pizza stone or rotisserie expands…
Grilled Chicken Breast on Your Gasser. I love these. Quick, easy and jam packed with flavor! I trim the thick part out of a big chicken breast and wrap a thick slice of pepper bacon around it season it and then onto a “Hot Grill”. Give it a “Kiss of Smoke” with a Wedgie and it’s ready to eat in about 20 minutes. You can…
White Trash Potatoes was a recipe Patti’s dear friend Mickey Rose brought to our Women’s Ministry dinner. We changed a few of the ingredients for a potluck we were going to and gave it a “Kiss of Smoke” with a wedgie. This recipe works great if you want to double it or put it together the night before. We also plan to take it…
Review Monument Gas Grill Mesa 415BZ I recently got a Monument Mesa grill and am very impressed—it’s ideal for backyard grilling. This versatile unit can replace backyard smokers and griddles, adding a pizza stone or a griddle you can do about anything you can think of. It features four front-to-back burners, each with lighted controls and electronic ignition. There is also a lid-mounted temperature gauge…
Taco Tuesday Blackened Steak Tacos because we love tacos just about any way they are made. I have been craving tacos and had some beautiful sirloins from “Texas Steak Warehouse”. The beginning of a love story. I wanted these to be special. So, I made a Smokey Creamy Jalapeno Sauce. It is a light green sauce that you see on almost every food truck…
What Emergency Responders Recommend for Off-Roading Drivers What Emergency Responders Recommend for Off-Roading Drivers. Can be exciting, but it comes with serious risks. Remote trails, sudden weather changes, and tricky terrain can create emergencies where help is far away. That’s why off-roading driver safety tips are essential. Off roading can be a thrilling experience, but it's crucial to stay safe while enjoying it. Proper preparation,…
Smoky Chipotle Garlic Sauce because Patti and I both love garlic (good thing) and our Smoked Garlic Sauce is pure garlic heaven! Again, I have been thinking on how I can make even better. I love the smoky flavor of chipotle, what do you think of a Smoky Chipotle Garlic Sauce? Perfect. OFF THE HOOK!!! Our newest love, smoky sweet garlic and jam packed with…