Category: Appetizers

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…

Catalina Dressing Pasta Salad

If you are in search of a new pasta salad recipe this Summer, you are in luck! This easy Catalina Dressing Pasta Salad will be your new go-to. If is fun looking, loaded with vegetables, and sweet! Everyone will love this at your next Summer get together or BBQ. My Mother in Law…

Garlic & Herb Smoked Shrimp

Ready for an easy appetizer for this Summer? Try these Garlic & Herb Smoked Shrimp. Easy to make, loaded with flavor, and smoked to perfection on your pellet smoker or grill. I made theses smoked shrimp on the Traeger pellet smoker but of course you can bake them, too. We cook a lot…

Shortcut Chicken Teriyaki Lettuce Wraps (Served Two Ways)

On the lookout for a lighter meal this Summer? Then give these Shortcut Chicken Teriyaki Lettuce Wraps a try! I actually served them two ways, in Romaine lettuce and over white rice, so whatever floats your boat go for it! Now that I am at home mostly with my girls, I am always…

The Best Smoked Shells N Cheese (with Oven Instructions)

Okay I finally figured out how to make the best smoked mac and cheese recipe. It has taking me a few years and a Tiktok recipe to get us there- but here we are. The Best Smoked Shells N Cheese is amazing and our go to recipe for mac and cheese. You can…

Hot Honey Brisket Sliders

If you are on the lookout for something easy to make with your leftover brisket, you need to give these Hot Honey Brisket Sliders a try. They are so easy to make, they melt in your mouth, and make a quick and easy snack. Tender smoked brisket between sweet rolls and then topped…

Cream of Potato Soup with Ham

Nothing warms the body like a warm, hearty, and nutritious bowl of homemade potato soup. This Cream of Potato Soup with Ham recipe is perfect with leftover ham from the holidays or even thick cut ham from the deli. This is really easy to make and delicious. This is a very easy soup…

Three Ingredient Beer Bread

If you are looking for an easy bread to make anytime of the year, you need to try this Three Ingredient Beer Bread. A family friend told me how to make this years and years ago and it is my go to recipe. A little sweet, super soft, and perfect to serve up…

How to Make Jalapeño Cheese Pretzels

Ready for the ultimate appetizer for game day or anytime you are feeling like whipping something up on a lazy Sunday? Try these Ultimate Jalapeno Cheese Pretzels for a snack that everyone will enjoy! Soft fluffy pretzels baked to perfection with a little cheese and spicy jalapenos… yes amazing. Soft pretzels are honestly…

Parmesan Ranch Smoked Chicken Wings

Well if you are like the majority of people (myself included) you enjoy snacking on some chicken wings. These Parmesan Ranch Smoked Chicken Wings are finger licking delicious and easy to make. Dry rubbed with zesty ranch seasoning and smoked to perfection on your grill or smoker. Why you will love these Smoked…