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Bacon Cheeseburger Hotdogs – Big Green Egg

Bacon Cheeseburger Hotdogs – Big Green Egg

(Thank you to Big Green Egg & Justine for this recipe) INGREDIENTS 8 good-quality all-beef hot dogs 8 cobblestone bread co. Spud Dogs drizzle of ketchup drizzle of mustard chopped fresh parsley CHEESEBURGER MIXTURE INGREDIENTS 6 strips of bacon, diced 1 pound ground beef 1-14 ounce can diced tomatoes, drained 2 tablespoons ketchup 1 tablespoon … Read More

Traegered Lasagna – Traeger

Traegered Lasagna – Traeger

INGREDIENTS 9 Lasagna Noodles 1-1/4 lb Bulk Italian Sausage 3/4 lb Spicy Italian Sausage 1 medium red onion, diced 3 cloves garlic, minced 2 (15 oz.) Cans Crushed Tomatoes 2 (4 oz.) Cans Tomato Paste 2/3 cup chicken stock 3 tablespoon 1/4 cup fresh parsley, minced, divided use 2 teaspoon fresh basil 3/4 teaspoon ground … Read More

Orange-Fennel Shrimp over Watercress – Weber

Orange-Fennel Shrimp over Watercress – Weber

MARINADE INGREDIENTS grated zest of 2 orange 1/2 cup fresh orange juice 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 teaspoon ground fennel seed 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper OTHER INGREDIENTS 1-1/2 pounds large shrimp (21/30 count), peeled and deveined, tails left on 2 cups watercress leaves and tender … Read More

When Should I Replace My Spa Cover?

When Should I Replace My Spa Cover?

Your spa cover is more than an attractive accessory. It’s also has the very important job of holding in heat when your spa is not in use, helping to reduce energy consumption and keep energy costs low. The cover also prevents excess evaporation, helping you conserve water, and it prevents debris and objects that could … Read More

Stuffed Caprese Chicken Sandwich – Big Green Egg

Stuffed Caprese Chicken Sandwich – Big Green Egg

(Thank you to Big Green Egg & Becky Hardin for this recipe) INGREDIENTS 2 cups balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons honey 4 large boneless ksinless chicken breasts salt, pepper and garlic powder to taste 4 large slices of tomatoes 8 small slices of fresh whole milk mozzarella 8 large leaves of fresh basil 4 hamburger buns … Read More

Sticky Teriyaki Pork & Pineapple Skewers – Traeger

Sticky Teriyaki Pork & Pineapple Skewers – Traeger

INGREDIENTS 1 lb pork sirloin cubes, each about 1 inch by 1 inch 1/2 thick fresh pineapple, cored and cut into bite-size chunks 1 cup traeger carne asada marinade, or your favorite teriyaki marinade 6 large scallions, trimmed, pale and light green parts cut into 1 inch lengths 6 8-inch wooden skewers PREPARATION Thread a … Read More

New Fangled BLT – Weber

New Fangled BLT – Weber

INGREDIENTS 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided 8 slices sturdy wheat, sourdough, or country white artisan bread 2 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon black pepper 8 ounces thinly sliced pancetta 2 cups loosely packed mixed baby greens 4 medium heirloom tomatoes, cut crosswise into slices 1 ball (8 ounces) burrata … Read More

Grilled Italian Meatloaf Sandwich – Big Green Egg

Grilled Italian Meatloaf Sandwich – Big Green Egg

INGREDIENTS 2 pounds of 80% lean ground beef 1/2 cup shredded parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1/4 cup of marinara sauce 1 cup of breadcrumbs 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt 3 eggs 2 teaspoon red pepper flakes 2 tablespoons dried parsley 2 tablespoons dried basil 2 tablespoons dried oregano 1/2 cup … Read More

Teriyaki Beef Skewers – Traeger

Teriyaki Beef Skewers – Traeger

INGREDIENTS 3/4 cup light brown sugar 1/2 cup soy sauce 1/4 cup pineapple juice 1/4 cup water 1/8 cup vegetable oil 1 large garlic clove, finely chopped 2 lbs boneless top round steak, cut into 1/4-inch slices bamboo skewers, soaked in water PREPARATION Slice the beef into 1-1/2 to 2 inch wide strips. Whisk brown … Read More

Ginger Porterhouse Steaks with Roasted Sesame Salt – Weber

SALT INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons sesame seeds 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper OTHER INGREDIENTS 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons peeled, grated fresh ginger 2 teaspoons kosher salt 1-1/2 teaspoons frehsly ground black peppers 2 porterhouse steaks, each about 1-1/4 pounds and 1 inch thick, trimmed of excess fat PREPARATION In … Read More