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Mussels Mariniere: Great Finger Food From France

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

This classic mussels (Moules Mariniere) recipe from France is so easy. And it's finger food. After simmering in a flavor rich white wine, cream, and tomato sauce, the mussels are served, shells and all, into big shallow bowls with plenty of the liquor laden broth and serve with crusty bread or grilled bread.

Pure Pastrami Perfection, The Sous-Vide-Que Method

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Clint Cantwell, AmazingRibs.com President And BBQ Personality

Pastrami is the ultimate expression of beef brisket, and it is at its best if you start with sous vide. To begin, prepared corned beef is rendered moist and tender thanks to a low and slow sous vide water bath. The meat is then smoked on the grill, creating mouthwatering sliced pastrami for sandwiches and more.

Grilled Lemonade, Summer’s Smokiest Beverage

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

When life gives you lemons and a grill, why not make grilled lemonade! Nothing is more refreshing on a hot day than lemonade and this recipe takes it over the top. Lemons are halved then grilled until lightly charred before creating a smoky homemade lemonade that will be a surefire hit at any backyard BBQ bash.

Sweet And Sour Coleslaw, The Perfect BBQ Side

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Looking to step up your coleslaw game? Here is a simple recipe that is sure to impress your guests. In the South there are two kinds of slaw: Sweet-sour and creamy. Sweet-sour is vinegar and sugar based. Creamy is mayo or sour cream or buttermilk based (or a blend of them). This sweet-sour recipe is super easy to make.

Chasing the Dogs: What to Drink with a Hot Dog

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Some drinks are perfect for hot dogs. Here are suggestions for beers, wines, and soft drinks.

Candied Bacon: The Greatest Sweet And Salty Combination Ever

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

The saltiness of bacon is a perfect foil and contrast to sweetness. Here are a variety of methods for creating mouthwatering candied bacon, including brown sugar bacon, toffee bacon, and chocolate bacon. There are several ways to put the concept to work, and of course it is best with homemade bacon.

French Toast On The Grill, A Breakfast Must

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Elevate breakfast to new heights by hitting the grill for this heavenly French toast recipe. Toast is dipped in to an egg mixture before being cooked on the grill, either with a griddle or, better yet, directly on the grill grates. The result is a smoky, full flavored French toast that puts the indoor manor to shame.

This Warm French Potato Salad Has Got To Be The World’s Easiest Potato Salad Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

The warm French potato salad just might be the world's easiest potato salad. Olive oil, salt, and fresh herbs are all you really need. It's a snap to make and soooo good. Served warm, it is a sure-fire hit.

Classic Chicago Italian Beef Sandwich Recipe Done At Home

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Classic Italian Beef Sandwiches are a popular regional specialty in Chicago and here is the recipe to make easy authentic Italian beef sandwiches at home featuring slow smoked beef, drippings, and peppers.

Lamb Merguez Sausage Recipe: A Taste Of Morocco

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Chef Ryan

Take your grilled sausages to a whole new level with this tested recipe for homemade Moroccan Merguez lamb sausage. Merguez is a spicy sausage from North Africa whose popularity has spread all over Europe with African immigrants. You'll find it being grilled in Berlin on street corners and in Paris' finest restaurants.

Slaw Dogs, A West Virginia Original

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

If you've ever enjoyed the full flavor of a West Virginia slawdog then you'll enjoy making your own at home with this tested recipe. Coleslaw and a meat sauce are standard on a hot dog in West Virginia, coming together in one flavorful bite after another. Our recipe includes homemade slaw, bean free chili, and mustard.

The Great, Incomparable, Classic Chicago Hot Dog Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

In Chicago, where hot dog stands far out number hamburger joints, there is one perfect classic recipe, and very little variation from it.

Homemade Chocolate Truffles, As Easy To Make As They Are To Fall In Love With

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Chocolate truffles are elegant, seductive and surprisingly easy to make! They start with a simple mixture of melted chocolate and cream (called ganache). The mixture is chilled, rolled into balls, and coated with your choice of finishing flavors from cocoa powder and coconut to crushed nuts or spices. Have fun with it!
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Original New Orleans BBQ Shrimp Recipe Does Right Bayou

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

New Orleans barbecue sauce is a rich, hot buttery sauce used on shrimp but it works beautifully on many other dishes. Technically, since there is no smoke in the recipe, so it really isn't barbecue, but there's no reason why you can't bask in its delicious mix of butter, garlic, Louisiana hot sauce, and more.

Candied Pickled Jalapeños: Champion’s Cowboy Candy Recipe

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Meathead, AmazingRibs.com Founder And BBQ Hall of Famer

Add some sweet heat to sandwiches, favorite side dishes, cornbread, and much more for this recipe for Cowboy Candy, a.k.a. candied jalapenos. This recipe is a refrigerator pickle, so all jars must be stored in the fridge. When you are done, save the syrup for us in DC Mumbo sauce, barbecue sauce, cocktails, and more.
 

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