Epic Bacon Onion Jam Recipe
If you've been looking for an epic Bacon Onion Jam recipe, well look no further. I got this original bacon onion jam recipe from one of the head cooks at The Smithfield Inn, she was in her 80s at the time and had perfected the recipe at this Historic Inn in...
Smoked Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
KETO CAULIFLOWER MAC AND CHEESE! You can't talk about smoking without a Mac and Cheese recipe! This recipe, however, offers up all the delicious creaminess of Mac and Cheese without the guilt because it is Keto cauliflower mac and cheese. Because it is made with...
Smoked Sweet Potatoes With Candied Pecans and Bourbon Caramel on the Big Green Egg
A note on smoked sides and smoked sweet potatoes! Why would you smoke your sides when you could easily do them in your oven? If you are new here you might be asking this question but let us enlighten you! Smoke is the unsung here in your dishes, the secret ingredient...
Sunshine State of Mind Smoked Cream Cheese
Have you heard of the Smoked Cream Cheese crazy that hit tik tok and Instagram? Well, if you haven't had a chance to try it- run, don't walk to give it a try! In this recipe, contributing writer, Shannon Morgan from Instagram's @Biggreeneggfoodie shares a delicious...
Fire Roasted Tomato Salsa on the Grill
Chips and salsa is a staple appetizer, but let's talk about making (FIRE) roasted tomato salsa that you can be proud of: homemade fire roasted salsa on the grill!!! Because anything worth doing is worth adding smoke flavor to take it to the next level! By first firing...
How to Cook Brussels Sprouts on the Grill: Grilled Brussel Sprouts Skewer with Balsamic Glaze and Goat Cheese
I know, I know, some of you have an immediate aversion to Brussels sprouts. But trust me, they're so much sexier than they used to be! With my recipe for how to cook Brussels sprouts on the grill, you'll be won over by the smoky flavor and caramelized edges. Then with...
Grilled Queso de Freir Skewers
Move over Halloumi, there's a new grilling cheese in town and it's called Queso de Freir (Frying Cheese!). This recipe came about as I went to look for Halloumi for a recipe I was developing over for my friends at Walmart/Kingsford/Masterbuilt (you'll see the videos...
Grilled Red Pepper Pimento Cheese
If you’re a Southerner- You know Pimento Cheese, it is a tailgating and happy hour staple. But have you ever thought about elevating Pimento Cheese, aka, “The Caviar of the South” with smoke flavor from the grill? In this recipe, I grill red mini peppers to add some...
Summer Corn Riblets (Mexican Street Corn)
Grilled corn riblets are so fun to eat, visually stunning and kid-friendly. They allow you to enjoy the crunchy exterior while savoring the sweet and juicy flavors. We are closely approaching the arrival of summer. The weather gets warmer, the days longer, and we...
Shannon Morgan’s Smoked Hummus
This smoked hummus recipe is the perfect item to throw on the grill when you are making a party tray. It's full of flavor, and it will be gone before your guests know it! For my latest Girls Who Grill interview, I chatted with Shannon Morgan — who I met through...
Shannon Morgan of Big Green Egg Foodie | Girls Who Grill Interview Series
For my Girls Who Grill series, I knew I had to include Shannon Morgan. She's an amazing cook, a Big Green Egger, a female in the male dominated grilling space, and a vegetarian — I know that we can all use more veggie forward dishes to try on the grill! We...
Ham Biscuits with Carolina Mustard BBQ Sauce
As a born and bred Southerner, biscuits are my spirit animal. You know I like to find healthy alternatives while not sacrificing taste, and this recipe for Paleo Drop biscuits are a low-carb, guilt-free way to eat flaky, buttery biscuits. For this recipe, I've...
Maddie & Kiki’s Applewood Smoked French Onion Soup
As part of my "Girls Who Grill" series, I am excited to feature my Canadian Grill Sisters Maddie and Kiki. They continue to spread BBQ Positivity in everything they do and represent everything that is great about the grilling and BBQ community! Hailing from the...
Maddie & Kiki | Girls Who Grill Interview Series
Hailing from the Great White North, Canadian sisters Maddie and Kiki Longo have turned up the heat — making a name for themselves as a "Canada's favorite female grill masters." With a weekly show on YouTube, television appearances, #BBQActsofKindness, their very own...
Grilled Buffalo Cauliflower Bites
Can Cauliflower be sexy? I think so. Have you ever thought about grilling cauliflower? Believe it or not, the char it gains on the outside of its cute little florets and the smoke flavor that envelops it from basking on the grill and getting smoke flavor from...
Smoked Sweet Potatoes With Candied Pecans and Bourbon Caramel
SWEET POTATOES ON THE GRILL: Yes, you can make sweet potatoes on the grill! The holiday season is the ultimate time for sweet potatoes to shine! At first glance, these Smoked Sweet Potatoes might look like your typical side for a Thanksgiving dinner. But take a closer...
Smoked Brussels Sprout Bacon Slaw
Move over kale, Brussels sprouts are getting their place in the spotlight! Remember when Brussels sprouts were the vegetable that everyone loved to hate? And then we realized the right way to cook them! Why do I love Brussels sprouts? Well, they pack a nutritional...
Mango Lime Grilled Shrimp
If ever there was an easy recipe with STELLAR RESULTS I’ve put on this blog, it is this mango lime grilled shrimp recipe! And the beauty of this recipe is that it really only needs 3 ingredients: shrimp, mango chutney, and limes! If y’all follow me...
Blue Cheese Jalapeno Poppers
These crazy good blue cheese jalapeño poppers happened purely by accident and boy am I glad they did! I’ve always loved jalapeño poppers, in fact, they are one of the first recipes to ever make it on this blog. And I’ve made them a few different ways...
Kathy Pullin’s Turkey Lasagna Wonton Cups
Whether you’re just getting started cooking or consider yourself an outdoor cooking pro, we can all learn a lot from Pitmaster Kathy Pullin. Linking up with GrillGirl Robyn for a Girls Who Grill interview, the leader of Team Sassy has shared her beloved (and...
Smoked Quick Pickles
Who else loves, I mean LOVES pickles? If pickles are your jam, wait til you try them smoked! Kissing your veggies with smoke before turning them into pickles makes for an EPIC, I mean EPIC pickle! I originally developed this recipe for my cookbook, Healthy Electric...
Fire Roasted Poblano Queso Dip
This queso recipe is so darn easy, yet yields amazing results! By fire roasting the poblano and tomato first, you add a nice smoky flavor to this queso dip which is made entirely on your pellet grill or smoker. The key to this queso dip is using Velveeta so it melts...
Pimento Cheese Jalapeno Poppers (Atomic Buffalo Turds)
Jalapeno Poppers are just about my favorite thing on the planet. Other than Flamingos. But that's another story. I like to make a big batch of Jalapeno Poppers and just eat a bunch of them for dinner because I love them so much. And they are the perfect appetizer for...
Alabama White Sauce Chicken Wings
If you’ve never had Alabama White BBQ Sauce, you’re missing out because it is excellent on chicken and pork! White BBQ sauce originated in Alabama from Big Bob Gibson’s BBQ Restaurant in Decatur, Alabama. If you’ve ever heard of Chris Lilly, he’s the badass Pit Master...
Smoked Garlic Bacon Kale Oysters
Oysters on the grill and smoker have been something I tried early on in my grilling career. Most people were like- You can grill oysters? Well yes you can! And you can smoke them too! This recipe is from my cookbook, Healthy Electric Smoker, but you can smoke oysters...
Chipotle Cherry Beef Jerky (Paleo and Whole30 approved)
Chipotle Pepper and Cherries make for a slightly sweet smoky bite in beef jerky. Most commercially available Beef Jerky is loaded in MSG and nitrates, but this recipe is junk free with no weird ingredients and calls for Tamari or Coconut Aminos instead of soy sauce...
Grilled Watermelon Pizza
If you are looking for an EPIC Grilled Watermelon Pizza Recipe, then contributing Writer and "Eggspert" Captain Ron has got you covered! If you make this Grilled Watermelon Pizza don't forget to leave a comment or tag us @grillgirlrobyn on social so we can...
Top 5 Keto Friendly Apps for the Super Bowl
Just as you are hitting your healthy eating goals for the new year, the Super Bowl comes around and shoves a big plate of chips and dip in your face! But don't despair; it's super easy to eat low carb during the Super Bowl with these tried and true favorite...
Grilled Pizza on Cedar Planks
I have grilled pizza about a million ways, but my new favorite way to grill pizza is cedar plank pizza on the grill. The cedar plank adds nice smoky flavor to the crust—similar to a wood fired pizza oven—while also protecting the dough from the grill. It also makes...
Lemongrass, Cilantro & Garlic Grilled Chicken Wings
This recipe, inspired by Sri Lankan cuisine, combines the flavors of lemongrass, cilantro, garlic, and turmeric to make for a fragrant spice paste that is an awesome combination on smoked/grilled chicken wings. Simply pulse all the ingredients together in the food...
Rosemary Lemon Shrimp Skewers
Rosemary Lemon is an out of this world flavor combination that works really well on both seafood and poultry. For this Rosemary Lemon Shrimp Skewers recipe, the rosemary serves as both a source of herbaceous smoke flavor, an herb in the marinade, as well as the actual...
Smoked Watermelon Gazpacho
Smoked Gazpacho has been a longtime favorite of mine, smoking the veggies before making them into this classic chilled soup takes it to a whole new level of flavor. So what about Watermelon Gazpacho? Believe it or not, the flavors of watermelon, the crispness of the...
Lionfish Ceviche (“Eat ‘Em to Beat ‘Em”)
This Lionfish Ceviche is a great and unique appetizer or side dish that is light and refreshing, but also full of flavor! If you can't find Lionfish or don't like Lionfish, any Florida whitefish can be substituted for this recipe. I like my Ceviche with a little kick...
Smithfield Roasted Garlic and Herb Pork Loin, Goat Cheese and Arugula Flatbread Pizzas with Balsamic Glaze, Plus A Chance to win a trip to Napa
As a busy working mom, I love the “Real Flavor, Real Fast” 30 minute meals that Smithfield has created with their Marinated Fresh Pork line. I have toured Smithfield HQ and know they treat their animals and their employees well, which results in a great product that I...
Buffalo Chicken and Blue Cheese Skillet Nachos
Buffalo chicken and blue cheese is my favorite flavor combo, period. There is just something about spicy vinegary buffalo sauce cooled down with creamy, earthy blue cheese that is a foodie match made in heaven. And because I love this flavor combo so much I thought,...
Fire Roasted Pumpkin, Arugula and Goat Cheese Salad
Most people think of pumpkin pie when they think of this iconic fall squash. But in this recipe it makes for a wonderful salad, roasted in coals and served warm with arugula and goat cheese. This recipe is one of those that really suprises people because it is an...
Low Carb Drop Biscuits (That Don’t Taste Low Carb!)
I love biscuits so much. In fact, growing up in the South, I didn’t realize it was even a thing. But until I got out of the South, I didn’t realize how blessed we are with our awesome food. These days, Southern food can be found almost anywhere because of its growing...
Grilled Shishito Peppers with Fleur De Sel
If you happen to see Shishito peppers in the store or at the farmers market, snatch them up! They’re absolutely delicious! According to Wikipedia, about one out of every ten shishito peppers is hot, but I’ve never experienced that! If you’ve ever had Padron peppers,...
Thai Basil Curried Chicken “Noodle” Salad {#Paleo and #GF)
This salad is a great reminder that you can eat great and not miss those empty carbs from pasta ONE BIT!! I paired curried grilled chicken with zucchini noodles tossed in a lemongrass basil coconut milk marinade for a flavorful salad that would be great for lunch,...
Eat Your Way Through #Superbowl51 with these #FoodPorn Recipes
Just when I'm recovering from the Holidays and on a good path to getting rid of my muffin top, the SuperBowl comes around. And of course I must gorge myself on finger foods as there is nothing quite as satisfying as eating finger food. Luckily, many of these recipes...
Grilled Naan Pizza
I'm a girl that very much loves pizza, I mean what is there not to love? Crusty bread, melty cheese and the sky is the limit as far as toppings are concerned. If you've every grilled a pizza you know you're in for a treat. I love to grill whatever toppings I can...
Grilled Prosciutto Wrapped, Blue Cheese Stuffed Figs
There is something alluring about figs to me. I guess it is their rich sweetness- it pairs great with salty ingredients for a savory presentation. In this recipe, the sweet figs pair with the tangy blue cheese, salty prosciutto, and are finished with a sweet balsamic...
Sriracha Skirt Steak Empanadas
I’ve been a big fan of sriracha for years. And it seems that people are catching on to how awesome Sriracha is. I was pretty stoked to see Stubb’s making a Sriracha "Anytime Sauce", which was the inspiration for this empanada recipe. Another thing I’m a little...
Authentic Cuban Sammies you can make on your grill
Living in South Florida, The Cuban Sandwich is just a part of everyday life. You can pick up a Cuban pretty much anywhere you go. However, not all Cubans are created equal. There are important elements to forming the Quintessential Cuban Sammy. I am not Cuban but have...
Grilled Iceberg Wedge Salad
I'm usually not a fan of iceberg lettuce — it's basically crunchy water. But, I am a fan of a wedge salad layered in creamy blue cheese dressing topped with crispy bacon! So while I've grilled all types of lettuces (including grilled romaine, for which I've gained...
Paleo Drop Biscuits…plus, a few updates
Biscuits are one of the first food memories I have. I grew up all over the South, and in my earliest years I lived in the Deep South, in Jackson, MS where I remember my Grandma Sylvia made drop biscuits every day (fun fact, I was born in Tupelo, MS, same town as...
Fire Roasted Gazpacho
Gazpacho, a cold soup made of raw, blended vegetables, is probably not one of those things you would think to make on the grill. But trust me when I tell you that taking the extra step and grilling all the ingredients adds so much additional flavor that you will...
Cilantro Lime Grilled Chicken Wings
These Cilantro Lime Grilled Wings are the perfect combination of sweet and spicy. Make sure to make extra because everyone will definitely want seconds.
Wasabi Lime Chicken Wings
I’m so in love with grilled chicken wings. People often ask me what my favorite thing to grill is and I always say “Chicken wings”. Chicken wings, or drummettes, rather, are perfect for the grill because the meat doesn’t dry out like other parts of the chicken might,...
Grilled Calamari
I was looking to do something a little exotic for Valentine's Day this year and when I saw the Calamari in the seafood department at Whole Foods I thought- what the heck? These were super easy to make- I bought the squid in tubes and then sliced them into rings. Then...
Top 5 Superbowl Recipes for Foodies
Superbowl 2014 is here- don’t be “that guy” who shows up with chips and hummus. Show your friends you know a thing or two with a dish you can be proud to serve at the Superbowl party this year. I guarantee your friends will ask you for the recipe(s!) 1) Proscuitto and...
Smoked Tuna Dip
South Florida Smoked Fish Dip has been one of the most popular recipes on my blog from the very beginning. When friends come to visit, they ask me to make this for them, and then ask me to make a second batch to take home with them. I historically used to make this...
Bacon Jalapeno Deviled Eggs
I really love deviled eggs. I've been on a hiatus of making them though for the past 5 years or so because my husband is so weird about eggs. However, we had a party over Christmas and I knew these would be a hit. I got the idea from a friend who brought these to a...
Jamie Heath To Host The Ultimate SEC Tailgate with Bounty from Pork Passions Pursuit Contest, Plus, His Pulled Pork Potato Skins Recipe
Remember when I posted about the Pork Passions Pursuit contest a few months ago? The contest asked the following question - "The Tailgater: Does pork always score big at your tailgate celebration? Tell us how pork can make your tailgating tradition the ultimate game...
Smoked Shrimp Salad
This smoked shrimp salad is another one of my husband’s — aka, the duck hunter's — recipes that he’s gifted me with. He learned it while attending a cooking class in Santa Fe, New Mexico. When I brought this to a dinner party a few weeks ago, and it was a big hit!...
Labor Day Grilling Recipes for a Kick Ass Cookout
Labor Day Weekend is upon us, what are you going to cook on your day off? Ahh, decisions, decisions. Let me inspire you with some of my favorite recipes to feed a crowd and impress your friends. (All titles below link to original recipe and directions). West Indies...
Thai Peanut Chicken, Vidalia Onion and Zucchini Skewers
I love meat on a stick. Something about skewering a mix of ingredients, paired with a great marinade or sauce makes for a colorful mirage on your plate- and is equally satisfying on your taste buds! In this recipe, the chicken is marinated in a flavorful Thai Peanut...
Grilled Vidalia Onion, Goat Cheese and Arugula Flatbread Pizza
I really love it when Vidalia onions come into season in the summertime. Their sweet, mellow flavor really compliments any recipe. I was super excited when Shuman Produce, a grower of Vidalia Onions, reached out to me and asked me to develop recipes for them....
Bacon Biscuits with Molasses
I know I surprise you all a bit when I make something in my oven. I could have made these on the grill but I just got a new Wolfe stove that is begging for my attention. And while I try so hard to be good and limit my carbs, sometimes I have a backlash and have...
Caribbean Inspired West Indies Wings
This West Indies Wings recipe is the result of my favorite Caribbean style flavor pairings coming together in a spicy, yet flavorful, wing sauce. The combination of coconut milk, curry spice, Caribbean hot sauce, and ginger make this sauce supremely addictive,...
Grilled Pineapple Black Bean Salsa
Pineapple is one of those ingredients that morphs on the grill. I love pineapple in any form I can get but once you grill it, the fruit slightly caramelizes and the flavor is intensified! This recipe for Grilled Pineapple Black Bean Salsa definitely benefits from...
#SuperBowl Recipes for a Rockin’ Game Day
I can't believe it's that time again. I'm just recovering from the Holidays, and now I get a day to cheat on my diet and eat large amounts of finger food for the day! Here are my favorite recipes that will make for a a well fed crowd at your house. Even if your team...
Panko Baked Fried Pickles
Fried pickles are one of my earliest food memories. It tops my favorite Southern food list right up there with fried green tomatoes and fried okra. But I rarely ever fry anything. I got a serious craving the other day for some fried pickles so I engineered a healthier...
Blue Cheese Crisps, plus, My Great Grandmother’s Cheese Crisp Recipe
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Cheesy Grilled Jalapeño Enchilada Dip
This Grilled Enchilada Dip is so easy to make with minimal prep work and it's enough to feed a small crowd! This recipe combines grilled jalapeños, deli American cheese, refried beans, enchilada dip, and cilantro for the perfect, cheesy bite. Grilling the jalapeños is...
Szechuan Pepper Wings with Thai Peanut Sauce
The taste of these Szechuan Pepper Wings with Thai Peanut Sauce is surprising and invigorating, with an electric shock of pungent peppercorn, and a sweet and slightly spicy Thai-style peanut sauce. I've been intrigued by Szechuan peppers ever since they made a...
Smoked Mountain Trout Made on My New Stovetop Smoker
What is great about being GrillGrrrl is that everyone loves to talk to me about their BBQ and Grilling experiences, regardless of background. Who doesn't love to eat great food? It's the common denominator of human experience. So I was totally shocked to find a stove...
Grilled Blue Cheese and Herb Stuffed Tomatoes
I'm always looking for fun veggie side dishes to put on the grill to complement whatever main course I am making. Tomatoes, stuffed with blue cheese, grilled to melted and charred to perfection are the perfect complement to a nice steak. Throw in some fresh herbs, a...
Grilled Baby Artichokes with Chefs Dressing
Baby artichokes take less time to cook than standard artichokes which is an added bonus! Grilled artichokes are my utmost favorite thing- an added bonus is that artichokes are a natural detoxifier! They can be a little work intensive in the prep but they are oh-so...
Best of the Web: BACON RECIPES- Bacon Ice Cream, Bacon Mayonnaise and a Bacon Coffin
People are obsessed with bacon. Why? Because Bacon is awesome, that’s why. So while I usually strive to be healthy and offer up healthy recipes on my site, I’m going to go out out on a limb and give you the best of Bacon from my bacon loving BBQ buddies, my adventures...
Herbed Tahini Dressing
I'm a big fan of tahini- ever since I tried Annie's Goddess Salad Dressing back in college, I've been hooked on it. Years later, I've finally gotten around to making my own tahini dressing! Tahini is roasted sesame puree- think the peanut butter of sesame...
Fire Roasted Poblano Corn Salsa
We're getting closer to summertime and you know what that means- Corn will be in abundance everywhere! What to do with all that corn? Well, grill it of course, and then make a salsa with it! I like making grilled salsas because they are a great use of anything that's...
2012 Best of the Web SuperBowl Recipe Mashup!!
buy cialis online Grilled hummus, Fire Roasted Guacamole, chorizo queso dip, chili lime wings, jalapeno poppers and more!!Who hoo, the holiday of all holidays where you get to drink large amounts of beer and gorge on really awesome finger food is upon us! If you click...
Basil Butter Texas Toast
This is one of my most popular recipes by far and it's SO EASY! I make grilled Texas Toast all the time at my Women's Grilling Clinics and these are supremely addictive and there are never any leftovers. It surprising how easy it is to make creative compound butters...
The Art of Tailgating, Miami Hurricanes Style
I've been focusing on tailgating-friendly recipes a lot lately and got the chance to show my stuff with my friend Elizabeth and her family who are die-hard tailgaters and University of Miami fans. Her family has been tailgating for over 30 years in a motor home they...
Patio Daddio Queso Dip
John Dawson, from PatioDaddio, is part of my all star line up for my "Tailgating 2.0 Series". No tailgate is complete without a dip, and this one is quite the crowd pleaser. "This queso dip is great for parties, an afternoon snack, or dip for tailgating! Its...
Fire Roasted Key Lime Guacamole
If you've never had Florida avocados, they are huge—one avocado would equal two Hass avocados. They are literally falling from the trees down here in South Florida in the summertime, which is great for me since I am a guacamole addict! This grilled guacamole recipe...
Cowboy Caviar
When I saw this recipe from Krystal on her blog "Recipesofacheapskate," I knew this would be perfect to feature in my "Tailgating 2.0" line up! When I lived in Atlanta, I did a lot of tailgating at the U buy viagra online GA games and "Cowboy Caviar" was a tailgate...
Prosciutto and Havarti Jalapeno Poppers
None of these are EVER left over at my parties or tailgates. They are simple to make and grill, and aren’t too spicy because the seeds from the jalapeno have been removed. Sometimes I make these for dinner because I love them that much. ...
BBQ Nachos – Super Bowl of Nachos
Chris Grove of NibbleMeThis, is an all star griller and when I saw these bbq nachos, I new they'd be perfect for "tailgating 2.0". Here are Chris' directions: "I smoked a pork butt this weekend (click here to find why this cut from the shoulder is called a...
Kicking off the Tailgating 2.0 Series with Bristol Bash ’em Up Paninis
With football season in full swing, it's time to kick off my Tailgating 2.0 Series and feature football certified recipes of my own, as well as recipes from my fellow grill enthusiasts. This new series is sure to turn heads at your next tailgate and even make...
3 Pepper Wagyu Beef Sliders
All about the beef: Wagyu and Kobe I’m sure you’ve heard of “Wagyu” and “Kobe” beef and are wondering what the difference is. Wagyu is the breed of cow used to produce Kobe style beef. Called Kobe if raised in the Kobe region, Wagyu if raised out of the country....
Cilantro Lime Beef Satay
Everyone knows I really like making skewers. I mean, who doesn't love meat on a stick? In Southeast Asian cuisine, there's a popular dish called satay that consists of meat or vegetables that have been seasoned, skewered and grilled and served on a stick. This recipe...
Tandoori Grilling on the Homdoor Grill, plus- a Naan Recipe for the Grill
You never know when or where you next adventure is going to find you. My latest adventure found me grilling down in the keys on a Tandoori Grill called the Homdoor grill learning to make Indian inspired dishes on the grill. This just goes to show that grilling truly...
Baja Chicken & Slaw Sliders
With summer on its way out and football season around the corner, it's time to break out some delicious tailgate certified recipes to bid summer farewell. But on the bright side, we can welcome a new season of pigskin, foam fingers and body paint. Here is a tasty Baja...
Grilled Yellow Squash & Zucchini Caprese Salad
Introducing a new contributor to GrillGirl.com: Chef Troy Gagliardo from my hometown of Charlotte, NC. Troy is a big griller and hosts “Tuesdays with Troy” on Fox Charlotte’s News Rising Show. Give Troy a warm welcome and check out his recipe for Grilled Yellow Squash...
Grilled Mini Caprese Pizzas
One of my favorite things to make on the grill is pizza. Your grill is like a pizza oven and you can essentially bake your dough on the grates much like a pizza bakes in a hot coal brick oven. I got the chance to tour the kitchen at Anthony’s Coal Fired Pizza to see...
Grilling With Jack Contest Winners: Smoked Jack Daniels Twinkies Wrapped in Bacon & The Ultimate Jack Daniels Dinner
Wow. You guys really outdid yourself on this one. So much so that I had to pick 2 winners!! See all the comments on the original contest post to see all the honorable mentions including a whiskey cream sauce, cedar planked salmon with Jack, and some great Jack infused...
Reader’s Recipes: Smoked Amberjack Fish Dip
I love getting feedback and recipes from my readers, especially from fellow girls on the grill, so I'm glad to post this yummy smoked amberjack fish spread recipe from Barbara Bellack. Smoked Fish Dip is one of the best things about living in Florida in my opinion,...
Larry’s Quest for the 25 Undeniable BBQ Truths
My good BBQ friend Larry, author of the BBQ Grail (tag line "a normal guy and his queorder viagra onlinest for the perfect BBQ experience"), is doing a poll from his readers on the "25 Undeniable BBQ Truths". If you have ever heard of the "Moink Ball" in BBQ Circles,...
Grilled Margarita Recipe
I love grilling and I love cocktails so when I learned all about the concept of grilled cocktails it was a GAME CHANGER for me! You may recall in previous posts that I learned about the "Grilled Cocktails" food trend while attending Kingsford University earlier this...
Smoked BBQ Chicken Wings
Smoking can be quite addictive. So much so that I decided to add a touch of smokiness to my chicken wings last weekend. It only takes about 45 minutes of time on the grill to achieve serious smokiness, and you’ll be smacking your lips in satisfaction. I’ve been...
Charleston Style Coleslaw (BEST EVER COLESLAW RECIPE)
Coleslaw is the ultimate side dish for BBQ, burgers, hot-dogs, you name it. When I walk into a BBQ restaurant, I always order the slaw and judge accordingly. In my humble opinion, bad slaw will kill my review of an otherwise good restaurant. I hate an overly saturated...
Herbed Grilled Veggies Recipe
Let this sink in: THE GRILL IS FOR MORE THAN JUST MEAT! EVERYTHING BENEFITS FROM SMOKE FLAVOR! I interrupt your meat filled social media feed to remind you that there is no better way to add amazing flavor to veggies than to grill them! In fact, when I fell in love...
Bacon Explosion on the Big Green Egg
The Bacon Explosion is an urban legend in BBQ, much like the "Moink Ball". Of course it's not good for you but how can you not love bacon, perfectly woven into a shell to house sausage, cheese and other goodies? My pals over at Culinary Concepts (The Weber and...
Grilled Chicken Satay Skewers
This recipe is a derivation from Mastering the Grill: The Owners Manual for Outdoor Cooking and also the blog “A Good Appetite”. There are many recipes for the peanut sauce that makes up chicken satay on the internet, but what I like about this one is that it is...
Chris Lilly’s Grilled Sweet And Spicy Pickles
I really love pickles. When I was younger, one might have considered me a pickle addict as I could knock out a jar of claussen pickles in a day! I guess I am now a reformed pickle addict. I was introduced to a lot of cool new recipes while I was at Kingsford...
Kingsford University Part 2: Grilled Cocktails- Grilled Lemonade and The “Rib Job”
I have plenty of super cool recipes to share with you in upcoming posts, but I first want to tell you about the fabulous "GRILLED COCKTAILS" that are part of Kingsford's 2011 "Food Trends". Other food trends to be aware of, and I will expand upon these in future posts...
Grill Girl’s Valentine’s Day Picks
I believe a way to a person's heart is truly through their stomach. Here are my top dishes for making Scott love me just a little bit more every time I make them! Ranging from brunch, appetizers, dinner or dessert, these are my favorites for a memorable meal on...
Super Bowl Recipes!!!
Well folks, it's that time of year again. Time to gorge yourself on fritos, queso dip and beer. Why not elevate your "game" a bit and try these recipes? While all of these recipes were originally made on the grill, they can easily be made in the oven. I realize that...
September Women’s Grilling Clinic Yields More Female Grilling Enthusiasts!
The September Women's Grilling Clinic was another success! I had the joy of meeting 16 wonderful women, all with a keen interest in learning to grill. We had 3 different grills out so everyone could be exposed to the grilling style that fit their needs. First things...
Salsa Skewers = Grilled Mango, Pepper and Avocado Salsa
Scott and I had great fish tacos at Surf Road Taco up in New Jersey and their "baja salsa" had something about it that made it extra special and much more addictive than all the other salsa choices. What was this secret ingredient? Char and Smoke! Nothing takes a...
McCormick Grillmates Italian Sausage and Vegetable Grinders- Easy Grilled Sandwich!
These Italian Sausage Grinders are great for feeding a crowd! They're also kid friendly! There really is nothing you can't do on the grill- including overstuffed italian sandwiches with rich melted cheese! I used McCormick Grillmates peppercorn and garlic...
Grill Girl Talks Tailgating with Jason Pugh from WPTV Channel 5
That's right folks- it's tailgating season again. Time to get your portable grills ready for another season of beer consumption, mardi gras beads matching your favorite team and of course, lots of finger food. I made my infamous (at least to myself) chipotle sriracha...
Grilled Mini Caprese Pizzas
Pizza is not just for ovens anymore. The grill is a great place to do pizza because you get nice grate marks on the dough that adds a nice touch as the grill actually cooks the pizza dough. These mini caprese pizzas are easier to do because it is easier to flip...
Fire Roasted Salsa Verde by Chris from “Nibble Me This” blog
Shhh! This is Chris from NibbleMeThis. Grill Grrrl (aka Robyn) is out this week and I thought I’d let myself in and mess around in her outdoor kitchen. I heard she’s got some cold Dos Equis in the fridge. Let’s have a few and grill something to eat. Let’s be honest....
Take Your Grill to Work Part 2: Chicken and Beef Satay
Here's part 2 of "Taking your grill to work" with Jeff Deverter including everything you need to make chicken and beef satay but first, a quick video. Now for those recipes... Did you enjoy this chicken and beef satay? Check out...
Grilling at Work Series: Part One featuring Jeff Deverter
Being GrillGirl has its perks. I get to meet lots of nice people all with one passion: GRILLING! Jeff Deverter is a grilling enthusiast I met via my blog and we share grilling adventures with each other. You can check out his adventures here:...
Cuban Inspired Pork Skewers using GrillMates Applewood Rub
Living in South Florida, Cuban inspiration abounds and I have one of my co-workers to thank for the idea behind these pork skewers. The pork shoulder meat is readily available in Latin supermarkets because it is traditionally used in the dish Masas de Cerdo Fritas...
Grilled Coconut Shrimp Skewers
Nothing says the tropics like coconut and pineapple and that is what is in this scrumptious recipe. Utilizing fresh pineapple, coconut milk and coconut rum, this recipe will easily transport you to a Caribbean Island, no matter where you live. This recipe is healthy...
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus
Grilled Bacon Wrapped Asparagus is a great appetizer for entertaining as the recipe doesn't require that much prep and you can hang out with your friends outside while the asparagus do their thing with the bacon on the grill. Your friends will rave over this dish! The...
South Florida Smoked Fish Dip
Smoked fish dip is an old school Florida tradition. If the rumors are true, S. Florida was once dotted with smoked fish huts that existed solely for the purpose of smoking fish and selling fish dip. My neighbor, Dan's family used to own one of these fish smokin'...
Italian Sausage Skewers
This is a SUPER easy dish. Just collect your favorite vegetables for kabobs and then select your favorite type of sausage. You can serve these with rice or pasta. ...
Jalapeno Poppers aka Atomic Buffalo Turds
Even people who don't like spicy food have tried these at my house and have gone back for seconds. I wouldn't classify this recipe as "healthy" .. although it is healthier than traditional jalapeno poppers that have been put in a fryer! Whenever Scott and I make...
Chipotle Sriracha Buffalo Wings
This is a fun and easy thing to serve when you are having people over as these are universally likeable and easy to make and serve. So far I’ve made these 3 times and everyone has liked both the flavor and the heat level of the sauce. Served with blue cheese sauce,...
Grilled Oysters with Jalapeno Butter Sauce
There's not too much to grilling oysters, and thank God for that. I like to leave the high maintenance stuff to other people (!!!) https://grillgirl.com/2012/03/perlas-seafood-and-oyster-bar-an-oasis-in-the-heart-of-austin/...
Mediterranean Sammies
This is a light yet SUPREMELY SATISFYING Mediterranean style sandwich that offers a nice alternative to your traditional ham and cheese (BORING!). https://grillgirl.com/2018/04/cedar-planked-pizza-on-the-grill/...
Easy Black Bean Soup with Cilantro Sour Cream
This recipe for Black Bean Soup with Cilantro Sour Cream is easy and makes enough to take to work for a few days or for a second night of leftovers. I pair this soup with a salad and bread for a full meal, or you can have this as an appetizer before a larger course....
Conch Salad, Bahamian Ceviche
I was recently in Bimini, the Northernmost Island of the Bahamas, where it is a rite of passage, so to speak, to try the Conch Salad while there. You can find conch shells literally in every nook and cranny of this island that is only 50 miles from Fort Lauderdale, as...
Chipotle Cilantro Coleslaw
This is my own recipe that came about from a few recipes I found online and then I put my own twist on it. At the time, I'm sure the ingredients I had on hand had a lot to do with it. Scott originally said he didn't like coleslaw but the first time I made this he had...