Category: Appetizers

Cheddar Bacon Smoked Chex Mix

Looking to add a little twist to your next gathering or movie night? Look no further than my Cheddar Bacon Smoked Chex Mix! This easy snack mix combines crunchy crackers, crispy cereal, and pretzels with a slightly spicy and smoky flavors. A few weeks back, I had made some sweet Chex mix for…

Cajun Smoked Crawfish Dip

Are you ready to take your appetizer game to the next level? Look no further than my Cajun Smoked Crawfish Dip! This delicious creamy and flavorful dip combines the smoky flavors of cajun spices with the rich and tender meat of crawfish, resulting in a dip that is sure to impress your guests….

Sriracha Whiskey Smoked Pork Belly Burnt Ends

A little crispy, a little soft and loaded with flavor. These Sriracha Whiskey Smoked Pork Belly Burnt ends are a must try! Little bites of pork with a sweet and spicy homemade bbq sauce. Just the right amount of smoky flavor, too. I can’t believe I have been smoking meats for years and…

Blackstone Queso Mexican Pizzas

Ready for a fun and easy dinner idea to make on the Blackstone griddle? Try these Blackstone Queso Mexican Pizzas! This pizza recipe comes together easily with naan bread as the base, taco meat, and your favorite taco toppings. Plus melty queso drizzled on top makes these a delicious meal the whole family…

Orange Marmalade & Bourbon Smoked Sausage

Ready for a super easy and flavorful appetizer that is great all year long or to snack on for the big game? Try this easy Orange Marmalade & Bourbon Smoked Sausage appetizer. I cooked this in our Traeger pellet grill but you can cook them in the oven or on the grill, too!…

Slow Cooker Guinness Glazed Meatballs

If you love slow cooker meatballs than you need to give this easy Irish appetizer a try! I have been making these Slow Cooker Guinness Glazed Meatballs for years to serve at our St. Patrick’s Day party. Easy to make, flavorful, and the perfect appetizer or main dish any time of the year….

Air Fryer Irish Nachos

March is around the corner and I love sharing some Irish recipes with you! You may have been to a pub and seen these so I knew that these Air Fryer Irish Nachos would be something my husband and I would enjoy on what I call our “bar food Friday’s”. Layers of crispy…

Hot Pepper Jelly Crescent Rolls

Ready for a super easy appetizer recipe perfect all year long or for the holidays? Try these Hot Pepper Jelly Crescent Rolls! Soft cream cheese with hot pepper jelly rolled into flakey crescent rolls makes this recipe a winner. I love easy recipes with crescent rolls so knew I had to share this…

Hot Pepper Jelly Smoked Cream Cheese

Have you tried smoked cream cheese on your Traeger or pellet smoker yet? If you haven’t you are missing out! This Hot Pepper Jelly Smoked Cream Cheese will be your new go-to appetizer for any party or even for the holidays. Warm cream cheese smoked with chopped jalapenos, BBQ rub, and then topped…

Mexican Style Smoked Shotgun Shells

You may ask yourself, what is a smoked shotgun shell? Well if you haven’t heard of them yet, they are manicotti shells that are stuffed with some type of meat/cheese mixture and then wrapped in bacon. Smoked to perfection, these Mexican style Smoked Shotgun Shells are made with chorizo, jalapenos, and cheese. Seriously…