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Chipotle BLT Bites

It’s that great time of year when tomatoes are plentiful. And when I think tomatoes, I think BLTs. But not necessarily BLT sandwiches. These little chipotle BLT bites pack all the great flavors of a BLT sandwich in a single pop-in-your-mouth bite, and of course, they come with a little kick. They take a little time to make, but the effort is worth it. Scooping out cherry tomatoes is not necessarily the most fun thing to do, so grab your spouse and a few cocktails and make a party out of it. Or, use slightly bigger tomatoes and make the job easier.

Chipotle BLT Bites

Love That Smoky Heat

The chipotle mayonnaise really makes these chipotle BLT bites something fantastic. Sure, you can omit the chipotles and use just straight mayonnaise. Either way, they are great little appetizers for your next cookout or family get-together.

La Costena Chipotle Peppers 7oz.
La Costena Chipotle Peppers 7oz.

Looking for something a little more substantial than a lil ole bite? Try my bacon weave BLTs!

This recipe is based on a recipe from Rachael Ray.

Chipotle BLT Bites
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Chipotle BLT Bites

These little chipotle BLT bites pack all the great flavors of a BLT sandwich in a single pop-in-your-mouth bite, and of course, they come with a little kick. 
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword snacks, spicy, tomato
Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 32 bites
Calories 47kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Rachael Ray

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Lay the tomatoes out so they stand up. Cut about 1/3rd of the tops off and scoop out the insides (I used the tip of a small sharp knife).
  • Place a small piece of lettuce inside each tomato.
  • Combine the mayo and chipotle. We love chipotle, so I doubled the amount. Transfer to a pastry bag, and squeeze into each tomato.
  • Sprinkle tomatoes with salt.
  • Top each tomato with bacon.

Notes

For a slightly spicy version, add a little minced jalapeno on top too!

Nutrition

Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 53mg | Potassium: 77mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 276IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 4mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Bread Machine Burger Buns

These bread machine burger buns are about as easy as you can possibly get. That’s why I have a bread machine. I can’t bake anything from scratch. Believe me, I’ve tried and tried. So without shame, I use my bread machine any chance I get, for anything from pizza dough (absolutely incredible) to these fantastic buns.

Bread Machine Burger Buns

The Perfect Buns

These buns have a nice little crunch with a soft interior. They’re a little sweet and moist. Perfect for burgers. Or sliders.

Shown above are my awesome Louisiana burgers, served on homemade buns. These bread machine burger buns are a bit easier to make than my bun dough made using a mixer, but just as great.

Cuisinart Bread Maker Machine, Compact and Automatic, Customizable Settings, Up to 2lb Loaves, CBK-110P1, Silver,Black
Cuisinart Bread Maker Machine, Compact and Automatic, Customizable Settings, Up to 2lb Loaves, CBK-110P1, Silver,Black

Also try my bread machine brioche bread.

Bread Machine Burger Buns
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Bread Machine Burger Buns

These bread machine burger buns are about as easy as you can possibly get. That’s why I have a bread machine. I can’t bake anything from scratch. Believe me, I’ve tried and tried. 
Course Bread
Cuisine American
Keyword bread machine, buns
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings 12 buns
Calories 190kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Add ingredients EXCEPT for the butter to bread machine in the order listed.
  • Select the dough cycle.
  • When completed, turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface. Roll into a 1″ thick large circle.
  • Using a 3 1/2″ round cookie cutter (or a similarly-sized glass), cut the dough into 6 rounds. (For slider buns, use a 1 1/2″ cutter)
  • Transfer to a greased cookie sheet. Brush the tops with the butter.
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  • Transfer to an oven preheated to 350 F and bake until golden brown, 10-15 minutes.
  • Let cool before slicing.

Notes

For the best results use whole milk.

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 19mg | Sodium: 163mg | Potassium: 89mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 90IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Bambüsi Bamboo Bread Slicer with Knife - 3 Slice Thickness, Foldable Compact Cutting Guide with Crumb Tray, Stainless Steel Bread Knife for Homemade Bread, Cake, Bagels 5.5” Wide x 5” Tall
Bambüsi Bamboo Bread Slicer with Knife – 3 Slice Thickness, Foldable Compact Cutting Guide with Crumb Tray, Stainless Steel Bread Knife for Homemade Bread, Cake, Bagels 5.5” Wide x 5” Tall

Pulled Chicken BBQ

I love smoked chicken. Mostly white meat. For dark meat I prefer grilling. My quest is to make pulled chicken BBQ. And often.

Nothing is easier to do than to smoke a few chicken breasts. Bone-in split breasts give the most flavor without having to worry about the meat getting too dry or tough. Unlike smoking a pork butt or beef brisket, chicken cooks quickly without a lot of prep or fancy rubs, mops, or injections (though you could certainly inject a bit more flavor if you desired, and some folk like brining theirs first).

Pulled Chicken BBQ Sandwich

Smoked To Perfection

I loaded up my Weber Smokey Mountain (WSM) cooker with split breasts. I removed the skin from the chicken first because it isn’t going to crisp when you are smoking low-and-slow. All the skin does is prevent the smoke and salt and pepper from penetrating the meat. So, off with it! I prefer the WSM cooker. I believe that cooking chicken over a water pan results in a more tender, juicer meat. That way I don’t need to worry about removing the skin and having dry chicken.

After the chicken is cooked and cooled I pull or shred it and use it in tons of recipes, like simple pulled chicken BBQ sandwiches. Just add a bit of your favorite BBQ sauce and slap it on a bun, add some chips on the side, and you’re ready to eat!

Pecan Wood Chunks 4lb
Pecan Wood Chunks 4lb

Also try my pulled pork BBQ.

Pulled Chicken BBQ Sandwich
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Pulled Chicken BBQ

Nothing is easier to do than to smoke a few chicken breasts. Bone-in split breasts give the most flavor without having to worry about the meat getting too dry or tough.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword barbecue, BBQ, chicken, sandwich
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 258kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Fire up your smoker for cooking at 225 F.
  • Generously season the chicken on all sides with salt and pepper. Don’t be shy.
  • Place the chicken into the smoker and smoke until the chicken reaches 160 F.
  • Remove chicken from cooker and wrap in foil and let rest 30 minutes.
  • Slice, shred, or chop as desired.

Notes

You can use boneless breasts, but bone-in always has more flavor.

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcal | Protein: 48g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 262mg | Potassium: 836mg | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Buffalo Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Note: This recipe was developed using the Char-Broil Big Easy Oil-Less Fryer. If you are cooking using the Char-Broil Smoker-Roaster Grill you should cook with the lid open and the temperature set to High. You might also need to adjust the cooking time.

This week is Buffalo Chicken Week in our house. I often do ‘theme weeks’ for dinner. Like the other week when I smoked a few turkey breasts. That week we had a few different turkey sandwiches and smoked turkey Cobb salads. So this week we’ll be having something with Buffalo chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy in it every night. Now, don’t think we’ll be bored of Buffalo chicken by the end of the week either. I’ll make sure each dish is different, from Buffalo chicken flat-bread pizzas to grilled cheese sandwiches loaded with Buffalo chicken.

Buffalo Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

The Big Easy Does Chicken Right

Well, since it is Buffalo Chicken Week, I need Buffalo chicken. And plenty of it. And when I think chicken, I think of my Char-Broil Big Easy oil-less fryer. It really doesn’t get any easier for cooking poultry. For this Buffalo chicken all I had to do was marinate the chicken and drop it into the cooker. The meat was incredibly moist and tender (the Big Easy is great for that) with a nice Buffalo chicken flavor. So I shredded the meat and mixed in a few more splashes of Frank’s Red Hot Wing Sauce and I was ready for a week of great Buffalo chicken recipes.

The Big Easy is a great way to make a lot of chicken at once. I cooked 4 very large bone-in chicken breasts, and could’ve easily fit another 4 (if I’d bought more) onto the cooker.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

It’s always a good idea to keep a few spare grease trays on hand for your Char-Broil Big Easy.

Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack
Char-Broil 2425514W12 Big Easy Grease Tray, Silver- 5 pack

Love your Big Easy as much I love mine? Check out my Big Easy Add-Ons page and my free Big Easy eCookbook!

Buffalo Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy
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Buffalo Chicken on the Char-Broil Big Easy

Well, since it is Buffalo Chicken Week, I need Buffalo chicken. And plenty of it. And when I think chicken, I think of my Char-Broil Big Easy oil-less fryer.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword Big Easy, Buffalo, Char-Broil, chicken
Prep Time 12 hours
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 13 hours
Servings 4
Calories 258kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • The night before cooking, place chicken breasts in a resealable container or baggie.
  • Add plenty of wing sauce. Make sure to coat the chicken completely.
  • Refrigerate at least 12 hours.
  • Fire up your Big Easy. Place the chicken into the basket (you’ll need a bunk bed basket to cook more at once) and lower into the Big Easy.
  • Cook until chicken reaches 165 F. If using a bunk bed the chicken on top may cook faster than the ones at the bottom. Cook time is typically 10 minutes per pound.
  • Let rest 30 minutes before chopping or shredding. You might want to add a few more shakes of wing sauce into the cut chicken for extra flavor.

Notes

This chicken is great on sandwich, salads, you name it!

Nutrition

Calories: 258kcal | Protein: 48g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 262mg | Potassium: 836mg | Vitamin A: 68IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket
Char-Broil The Big Easy Bunk Bed Basket

Maryland-Style Pit Beef

Wow, this Maryland-style pit beef is incredible. So very flavorful. Incredibly flavorful. Easily the best tasting (smoked) roast beef I’ve ever had. A good amount of the meat disappeared while I was slicing it, that’s for sure.

This beef is so incredibly tender. I used a top round, which isn’t a cheap cut, but you could substitute a bottom round if you have to. If you want even more tender meat and great flavor, a top sirloin can also be substituted but you’re going to pay for it. I found the top round was just perfect.

Maryland-Style Pit Beef

Rare Is Best

If you ‘fear’ rare beef, do not. If you overcook this pit beef you will not have a happy day. Keep it rare and enjoy the wonderful juices and flavors.

Slice It Thin

Although I have a meat slicer, I ended up slicing this Maryland-style pit beef roast with my chef’s knife. It’s a Wusthof, and it has a lot of use on it. A lot.

Although I sharpen my knives by hand, I recently purchased a Chef’s Choice 1520 sharpener that is absolutely amazing. My knives are incredibly sharp now. The sharpener is one of the best purchases I’ve made in a long time. It only takes minutes to use, and it supports both 20 degree (European) and 15 degree (Asian) knives, which is a really nice feature to have.

Pecan Wood Chunks 4lb
Pecan Wood Chunks 4lb

Also try my grilled rib roast with gravy.

Maryland-Style Pit Beef
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Maryland-Style Pit Beef

Wow, this Maryland-style pit beef is incredible. So very flavorful. Incredibly flavorful. Easily the best tasting (smoked) roast beef I’ve ever had. A good amount of the meat disappeared while I was slicing it, that’s for sure.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword beef, sandwich
Prep Time 12 hours
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 15 hours
Servings 10
Calories 364kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Grilling 24×7

Ingredients

For the pit beef

For the sandwiches

Instructions

For the pit beef

  • Place the beef on a large sheet of aluminum foil.
  • Combine the remaining ingredients and rub on all sides of the meat. Depending on the size of the roast you might need all of the seasoning.
  • Wrap up in foil and seal tightly.
  • Refrigerate overnight.

On the smoker

  • Fire up a smoker for cooking 225 – 250 F. Use hickory chunks or fruit wood.
  • Place beef on smoker and cook until the internal temperature reaches 135 F. For my 3 pound round, this took about 4 hours, but you should start checking yours after 3 hours depending on the size, shape, temperature conditions.
  • Remove meat from smoker and wrap in foil for at least 30 minutes before slicing against the grain.

On the grill

  • Fire up a grill for direct and indirect cooking.
  • Place beef on grill over direct heat and sear on all sides.
  • Move to indirect heat and cook until the internal temperature reaches 135 F.
  • Remove meat from grill and wrap in foil for at least 30 minutes before slicing against the grain.

For the sandwiches

  • Toast buns, if desired
  • Slather buns with the sauce.
  • Add plenty of onion then mound up the thinly-sliced beef.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 83mg | Sodium: 1084mg | Potassium: 569mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 63IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 47mg | Iron: 14mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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The Capone Hot Dog

I was enjoying another great episode (I think it was a re-run, but it doesn’t matter because I can watch the show all day) of Eat Street on the Cooking Channel when they came across The Dogfather food truck in Worcester, Massachusetts. The Dogfather has a seriously great menu full of hot dog variations. I mean everything you can imagine and a lot of things you didn’t. Like this Capone hot dog.

The Capone Hot Dog

Greatness In A Hot Dog

So I took a gander at their full truck menu and saw this awesome hotdog. The Capone Hot Dog is seriously easy to make, but it’s also seriously tasty to boot. Grilled pepper crunch and smoky bacon, topped with melted yummy cheese. It’s a wonderful combination of flavors and textures in every single bite. For something different, something that will wow your guests, make this at your next cookout!

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SLOTDOG – Hot Dog Slicing Tool – Stainless Steel Cutter Blades for Kitchen, Grilling, Tailgating, Camping and Backyard Outdoor BBQ – 10 inch – Red

I made the dogs on my little ole Weber Q 1200, my favorite portable grill. It’s perfect for the two of us, and with the griddle insert, perfect for sautéing things like bell peppers for these tasty dogs.

Also try the Chicago dog.

The Capone Hot Dog
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The Capone Hot Dog

The Dogfather food truck has a seriously great menu full of hot dog variations. I mean everything you can imagine and a lot of things you didn’t. Like this Capone hot dog.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword hot dogs
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 365kcal
Author Based on a hot dog from The Dogfather food truck

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon green bell pepper chopped
  • 1 tablespoon red bell pepper
  • 2 hot dogs butterflied
  • 2 hot dog buns split
  • ¼ cup Mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 2 pieces bacon cooked, crumbled

Instructions

  • Fire up your grill with a griddle (or alternatively, you can make this entire dish in a large skillet on a stove).
  • Add the peppers and cook just slightly. Remove.
  • Add the butterflied dogs cut-side down and cook until nice and lightly charred. Remove.
  • Add the buns, cut-side down, and toast lightly.
  • Assemble by placing dogs on bottom buns. Top with cheese, peppers and bacon. Return to the grill just long enough to melt the cheese (or place under your broiler).
  • Add top bun and serve.

Notes

Cut a long narrow slit in your dogs before cooking to give the toppings a great place to go!

Nutrition

Calories: 365kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 754mg | Potassium: 192mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 266IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

TableCraft 3-Piece Nostalgia Squeeze Bottle Set, 12-Ounce
TableCraft 3-Piece Nostalgia Squeeze Bottle Set, 12-Ounce

Smoked Cajun Chuck Roast

Incredible. Absolutely incredible. That’s all I can keep saying when I think back to this smoked Cajun chuck roast. The flavors were so good, so rich and fantastic. Spicy Cajun seasoning (I love our homemade mix, I use it in practically everything), beef, tomato, peppers, onions and garlic, with just a hint of chicory coffee. The meat is fall-apart tender and was so easy to shred. And oh how juicy.

Smoked Cajun Chuck Roast

Add Some Creamy Grits

I served this smoked Cajun chuck roast over grits, but rice would do just as well. There’s plenty of flavorful sauce for spooning over the meat, so don’t be shy with it.

You don’t actually have to make this dish on a smoker. You can skip that part and make it in the oven and still enjoy a fantastic meal. Of course, you’ll be missing out on that great smoky flavor.

I prefer to use fruit or nut woods when I smoke unless I want a heavier smoke flavor. Pecan, apple or cherry are my favorites. I used apple for this chuck roast.

Pecan Wood Chunks 4lb
Pecan Wood Chunks 4lb

I’ve made smoked chuck roast before, but in a slightly different manner. Both are outstandingly good and a great way to use a cheaper (than brisket) cut of meat.

Smoked Cajun Chuck Roast
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Smoked Cajun Chuck Roast

Incredible. Absolutely incredible. That’s all I can keep saying when I think back to this smoked Cajun chuck roast. The flavors were so good, so rich and fantastic. 
Course Main
Cuisine Cajun
Keyword beef, Cajun, grilled
Prep Time 1 day
Cook Time 8 hours
Total Time 1 day 8 hours
Servings 8
Calories 447kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Ree Drummond

Ingredients

  • 1 3 pound chuck roast
  • Cajun seasoning I used my homemade version
  • 2 stalks celery chopped
  • 1 sweet onion sliced thin
  • 1 bell pepper red or green, seeded, sliced thin
  • 14 ounce petite diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 cup chicory coffee regular flavorful coffee can be substituted
  • rice cooked, for serving. cooked grits are great too!
  • parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions

  • Rub the chuck roast generously with the Cajun seasoning. Get all sides and all the nooks and crannies. Place into a resealable container or baggie and refrigerate overnight.
  • Fire up your smoker for cooking at 250-275 F. Add a few chunks of light wood such as apple, cherry or peach. Alternatively, preheat your oven and skip to step 4.
  • Smoke the chuck roast for 2 hours.
  • Place the chuck roast in a large aluminum pan. Add the celery, onion, pepper, tomatoes, tomato paste, and coffee.
  • Cover in foil and smoke (or bake) for another 6 or more hours or until the meat easy pulls apart.
  • Carefully remove the chuck roast and shred. Return to the pan.
  • Serve over cooked grits or rice with the pan sauce over the top. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley.

Notes

Also great served on French bread with your favorite toppings as sandwiches.

Nutrition

Calories: 447kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 45g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 156mg | Sodium: 293mg | Potassium: 1060mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 708IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 71mg | Iron: 6mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Sriracha Bugles

I made Ragin’ Cajun Cheddar Ranch Bugles and they ended up being a huge hit. Everyone loved them. Bugles are so yummy and addicting. Sriracha hot sauce is also yummy (spicy) and addicting. So I decided to combine the two into a single terribly good snack – Sriracha Bugles.

Sriracha Bugles

Spicy Crunchy Love

I made these just hot enough for people to notice. Sriracha has such a great spicy flavor, but some folk might be afraid of it. So, I added enough flavoring so it’ll be noticed, but not so hot that people are running around screaming about their mouths being on fire. Of course, if I was making a batch of Sriracha Bugles just for myself I would probably double or triple the amount of seasoning.

Bugles Original 7.5 oz (Pack of 4)
Bugles Original 7.5 oz (Pack of 4)

Also try my chocolate-dipped peanut butter Bugles.

Sriracha Bugles
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Sriracha Bugles

Bugles are so yummy and addicting. Sriracha hot sauce is also yummy (spicy) and addicting. So I decided to combine the two into a single terribly good snack – Sriracha Bugles.
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword snacks, spicy
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 225kcal
Author Mike

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Place Bugles in a large bowl.
  • Drizzle with oil.
  • Add Sriracha salt or rub and toss to coat evenly.
  • Place Bugles on a large baking sheet and bake 5 minutes, stirring once or twice.
  • Serve warm or cooled.

Notes

Substitute your favorite seasoning and make all new flavors of Bugles!

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 164mg | Potassium: 562mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Pork Chorizo Stuffing

This is my go-to stuffing for a whole lot of dishes. I use pork chorizo stuffing in baked potatoes, on grilled potato skins, in stuffed mushrooms, dips, omelets, you name it. It’s very versatile and very tasty. It has just enough spicy kick to it but not so much as to overwhelm no matter how I use it.

Here are my tasty mushroom caps with pork chorizo stuffing. Grilled on a cedar plank for even more outstanding flavor.

Pork Chorizo Stuffing

Great For Stuffing Darned Near Anything

This recipe makes a big batch of stuffing. I divide it into smaller portions and freeze it so I always have some on hand.

Looking for a great appetizer? Stuff some Fritos with this mix. Add some cheese. Toss them in the oven at 350 F for 5 minutes. Devour.

Lodge Seasoned Cast Iron 3 Skillet Bundle. 12 inches and 10.25 inches with 8 inch Set of 3 Cast Iron Frying Pans
Lodge Seasoned Cast Iron 3 Skillet Bundle. 12 inches and 10.25 inches with 8 inch Set of 3 Cast Iron Frying Pans

I make this stuffing in a cast iron skillet.

Cedar Planked Chorizo Portobellos
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Pork Chorizo Stuffing

This recipe makes a big batch of stuffing.
Course Main or Side
Cuisine American
Keyword pork, stuffing
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 3 pounds
Calories 1296kcal
Author Based on a recipe from the Cacique Web Site

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Heat the oil over medium-high heat in a large skillet.
  • Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until just starting to soften.
  • Add the garlic and cook another minute.
  • Add the crumbled pork, chorizo, cumin and paprika and cook until the meats are done.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Great in mushrooms or on hot dogs!

Nutrition

Calories: 1296kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 74g | Fat: 102g | Saturated Fat: 37g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 29g | Cholesterol: 312mg | Sodium: 1259mg | Potassium: 1089mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1689IU | Vitamin C: 46mg | Calcium: 81mg | Iron: 5mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

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Fullstar Mandoline Slicer for Kitchen, Cheese Grater Vegetable Spiralizer and Veggie Slicer for Cooking & Meal Prep, Kitchen Gadgets Organizer & Safety Glove Included (11 in 1, White)

Grilled Grilled Cheese

Who doesn’t love a great, gooey grilled cheese sandwich? I’ve been making them for years, just like everyone else. And I really hadn’t thought of doing something different to them. But then, I came across this recipe from Alton Brown.

Grilled Grilled Cheese

Not Your Usual Grilled Cheese

Sure, there’s creamy gooey cheese involved. And there’s even a grill involved. You could make these in a skillet on the stove top, they’re extra good cooked on a griddle on a grill. But the real game changers for me were the additions of ground mustard and smoked paprika. Wow.

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Geedel Rotary Cheese Grater, Kitchen Mandoline Vegetable Slicer with 3 Interchangeable Blades, Easy to Clean Rotary Grater Slicer for Fruit, Vegetables, Nuts

This is just an excellent sandwich. Also try my mushroom grilled cheese.

Grilled Grilled Cheese
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Grilled Grilled Cheese

Who doesn’t love a great, gooey grilled cheese sandwich? I’ve been making them for years, just like everyone else. And I really hadn’t thought of doing something different to them. Until now.
Course Main
Cuisine American
Keyword grilled, grilled cheese
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 2 servings
Calories 655kcal
Author Based on a recipe from Alton Brown

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 slices Texas toast
  • 1-2 tablespoons unsalted butter softened
  • 3 ounces extra sharp cheddar cheese shredded
  • 3 ounces butterkäse shredded (or any good soft white cheese)
  • 1 teaspoon dry mustard
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Heat a griddle over a lit grill, or a large skillet (preferably cast iron) on the stove top, over medium-high heat.
  • Spread the butter on one side of each of the slices of bread.
  • In a bowl, combine the cheeses, dry mustard, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
  • Lay the bread butter-side down onto the griddle or skillet.
  • Top two of the slices of bread with the cheese mixture.
  • Close the grill (or cover the skillet) and let cook until the bread is golden brown and crispy and the cheese has melted.
  • Assemble sandwiches by topping cheesy slices with plain slices and serve.

Notes

Also great made using emmental cheese.

Nutrition

Calories: 655kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 27g | Fat: 46g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 97mg | Sodium: 1006mg | Potassium: 94mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1186IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 571mg | Iron: 13mg

Nutritional values are approximate.

OXO Good Grips Electric Grill and Panini Press Brush, Black
OXO Good Grips Electric Grill and Panini Press Brush, Black