BBQ recipes, product reviews, & how-to's
When you go to a BBQ restaurant, you will most likely see banana pudding listed as a dessert. This is a classic treat served up at family gatherings and backyard cookouts. I’ll show you how to make this easy banana pudding desert to finish off…
These smoked meatball sliders on Hawaiian rolls are the perfect way to feed a family or small crowd. The combination of meatballs, marinara, and cheese make these sliders perfect for any weeknight meal! Ingredients for Hawaiian Roll Meatball Sliders Here are the ingredients you’ll need…
Put a spin on your traditional burger and serve it in slider form on a sweet roll! These Hawaiian roll cheeseburger sliders are easy to make and use ground beef instead of patties. Check out the process this easy cheeseburger sliders recipe!
Here are the ingredients you will need:
In a large mixing bowl, combine one and half pounds (24 ounces) of ground beef, 2 teaspoons of Worcestershire sauce, and 2 tablespoons of beef seasoning. Mix these ingredients together by hand until well blended together.
In an large skillet, cook the seasoned ground beef. The best flavor for ground beef will be an 80/20 blend, but you can also use a low-fat option such as 90/10. Cook until all the ground beef is browned and drain the grease. Return to pan.
Regarding diced onions, you can cook them with the ground beef or in a separate pan. I usually cook the onion in a separate pan because I have family that don’t like onions. Cooking the sauteed onions separately allows me to distribute the onion to one portion of the Hawaiian roll cheeseburger sliders as compared to having to pick them out of each one.
With the ground beef cooked, take your 12-pack of King’s Hawaiian rolls and slice them in half, forming a top and bottom bun. Place the bottom portion of the bun in a greased foil pan. Place six slices of American cheese down, then spread on your ground beef and onions. Sprinkle two cups of shredded cheese and then place the buns on top.
For the topping of the buns, take 2 tablespoons of melted butter and spread with a basting brush. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top to finish the prep before taking to the grill!
NOTE: If you want pickles on your sliders, place them down before putting the ground beef and onions on.
With your grill preheated at 350 degrees, cook these ground beef Hawaiian roll sliders for 20 minutes. If you like your cheeseburger sliders with more a steamed flavor, wrap the pan in foil. For a toasted bun, leave them uncovered.
Remove the mini burgers from the grill after 20 minutes and use a large spatula to help “slide” them out of the pan (see what I did there?). Separate into 12 individual sliders and serve immediately!
If you’re looking for sides to go with these Hawaiian roll cheeseburger sliders, then these Five Guys copycat fries would be perfect!
This easy cheeseburger sliders recipe can definitely be made in the oven! They won’t have a subtle smoke flavor but will still taste great.
Put a mini spin on an American classic with these mouth-watering Hawaiian roll cheeseburger sliders! Lots of beef, lots of cheese, lots of flavor!
Note: Nutritional information isn't always accurate.
Buffalo chicken sliders are perfect for any party or tailgate! Combines that classic Buffalo hot sauce flavor with ranch and shredded chicken, then placed on a sweet Hawaiian roll with pepper jack cheese and topped with melted butter and ranch seasoning. Ingredients for the Buffalo…
S’mores sliders are now my favorite way to eat this campfire treat and the ultimate Hawaiian roll dessert! Take the classic s’mores recipe and put a creative spin on it by following the simple recipe below. Ingredients for S’mores Dessert Sliders Here are the ingredients…
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 Buffalo dip recipe!
Wanna make this Buffalo dip recipe? Here’s the ingredients you’ll need:
Making this smoked Buffalo chicken dip recipe is super simple! Start by getting a medium sized mixing bowl and putting in two cups of shredded chicken, BBQ seasoning, half cup of Buffalo hot sauce, and a half cup of blue cheese dressing. Add in an 8 ounce brick of cream cheese, half cup of shredded cheddar cheese, and can of Rotel. Mix with a large spoon or spatula until the ingredients are well integrated.
Add some more heat to this recipe by putting in a hot sauce with the heat level you desire. I like to use FYR hot sauces for their variety in flavors and heat levels. I advise to go with either GLD or RED. With that said, if there’s a hot sauce you love, then use it!
Put the mixed ingredients into either an 8×8 pan or a 10″ cast iron skillet and top with more shredded cheddar cheese. Place on the preheated grill at 350 degrees over indirect heat and cook for 20 minutes.
Regarding smoking woods, I prefer to use a hard wood such as hickory or oak. Either of these will impart a stronger smoke flavor than fruit woods and compliments the buffalo dip ingredients quite well.
Remove from the grill and serve immediately! If the spice level isn’t as hot as you wanted, you can always add more hot sauce and stir. If it happens to be too spicy, add more softened cream cheese and stir.
This buffalo wing dip goes pair well with tortilla chips, crackers, and naan bread. When it comes to vegetables, carrots and celery are perfect for dipping as these veggies are staples with buffalo hot wings.
If this dip hasn’t been eaten up at your tailgate or party, you can store this Buffalo wing dip in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to four days.
To intensify the smoke flavor in your Buffalo wing dip, use either smoked chicken (either fresh or leftovers from a previous cook) or smoked cream cheese. For the smoked cream cheese, simply follow the smoking instructions in this smoked cream cheese recipe, just don’t add the pepper jelly.
Chorizo Jalapeno Poppers Wrapped in Bacon
Grilled Mexican Street Corn Dip
An epic party dip that is super easy to make, this smoked Buffalo chicken dip combines the flavors of Buffalo style chicken, cheeses, and blue cheese dressing. Add in some hot sauce for an extra kick and a kiss of smoke flavor then you've got the perfect Buffalo dip recipe!
NOTE: Nutrition information isn’t always accurate.
Looking for a Hawaiian roll slider that will WOW at your next gathering? These BBQ beef sliders combine the smoky flavor of a smoked chuck roast with a BBQ sauce and cola braise. Packed in a slider with caramelized onion and provolone cheese, these BBQ…
Want to serve cheesesteak sandwiches in bite sized form at your next gathering? These Hawaiian roll cheesesteak sliders help you feed more people with less ingredients. Cheesesteak Sliders Ingredients The ingredient list for this cheesesteak slider recipe is pretty simple: Hawaiian Roll Cheesesteak Sliders Video…
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!
Here are the cheese ball ingredients needed for this recipe:
Preheat the grill to 250 degrees over indirect heat. A hard smoking wood such as oak or hickory is recommended. Depending on the grill, it can take between 10-30 minutes to bring grill up to 250 degrees. This will give us plenty of time to prep the cream cheese (and other ingredients for later use).
The main ingredient in this smoked cream cheese ball is, of course, the cream cheese itself. I prefer to use an 8 oz. brick of Philadelphia cream cheese because I think it has a better flavor than the generic brands. Score the top of the cream cheese with 1/4 inch deep cross cuts about an inch apart. Season the top with taco seasoning, fajita seasoning, or your favorite Mexican inspired rub.
Place scored and seasoned cream cheese on a baking sheet lined with foil and smoke for an hour. Remove from the grill and let rest about 10 minutes before proceeding to the next step.
Place smoked cream cheese in a small mixing bowl, along with 1/4 cup of sour cream. Also add in most of 3 strips of diced bacon and most of one diced jalapeño. I say “most of” because we’ll use a little of these ingredients to coat the outside of the smoked cheese ball later. With that said, also add most of 1/2 cup of shredded cheddar cheese. Mix ingredients well by hand.
Form the smoked cheese ball by rolling with both hands and creating a sphere shape. Remember when I said use “most of” diced bacon, jalapeño, and shredded cheddar cheese? Here’s where the remaining portions of these ingredients come in. Sprinkle them, along with 1/4 cup of sliced almonds, on a cutting board or large plate, making a 6 to 8 inch radius.
Roll the smoked cheese ball around in these ingredients until you get an even coating on the outside.
Most cheese ball recipes say to cover in plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least an hour before serving. While you can always make this ahead of time and use this method, it is recommended to serve immediately. The reason I prefer this is because the jalapeño cheese ball will be softer and easier to dip into. Speaking of…
Crackers, pretzels, and vegetables (carrots, celery) are ideal for dipping into the jalapeño popper cheese ball. I also like corn chips, such Fritos Scoops, for dipping as the cheese ball will have a more firm texture than most dips. Slices of baguette or a crostini works great, too!
Here are some other appetizers you can make using your grill and/or smoker!
Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Poppers with Chorizo
Chicken Bacon Ranch Hawaiian Sliders
Mexican Street Corn Dip (Elote Dip)
Break away from the traditional cheese ball by using smoked cream cheese and ingredients to make bacon wrapped jalapeño poppers!
NOTE: Nutrition information isn't always accurate.
Inject some extra flavor into your burgers with this mouthwatering garlic bacon burger recipe! This recipe also includes a bonus recipe for a creamy burger sauce to compliment it. Let’s dig into the process. Ingredients Needed for Bacon Burger Recipe The list of ingredients for…
