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Kevi’s Fresh From the Garden Salsa

From the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru Here is my salsa that I make. It is a fresh salsa which means it is uncooked. The stuff you get in the jars contains cooked tomatoes……this is a totally different taste. Currently it is all the rave in the salsa world. Give it a try….the [...]

Couzan Billy’s Jambalaya

From the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru I know there are many Jamba recipes out there. This one is unique in that you throw everything into the pot and cook. No making a roux, no browning the meat, no cooking the rice. It is ideal for doing on the grill. Matter of fact, [...]

Bacon and Cheese Sandwich

4 strips bacon, cooked and drained 2 slices American cheese 2 slices bread 2 teaspoons butter Lightly butter one side of the bread slices. Place cheese on the unbuttered side of one slice of bread. Place bacon strips over top of cheese. Cover with other slice of bread, buttered side up. Place sandwich on George [...]

Mom’s Old Fashioned Homemade Mustard

From the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru 1/2 cup dry mustard1/2 cup cider vinegar1/2 cup granulated sugar1 egg, beaten1 teaspoon cornstarch1 cup mayonnaise (NOT Miracle Whip)Dash of salt Mix mustard with vinegar and refrigerate overnight. Bring to room temp and cook with beaten egg, sugar, salt and cornstarch. Cook slowly, stirring constantly, till [...]

Randy’s Jerky

From the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQGuru This comes from Randy, a fellow BBQer and jerky aficionado! 1 (3 pound) beef steak3/4 cup soy sauce, light1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce1/4 cup hot sauce1/2 cup Tender Quik3 tablespoons steak sauce1 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 teaspoon garam masala1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon black pepper, [...]

Cousin Pat’s Kicked Up Pretzels

Submitted by Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru This comes from my Cousin Pat Gill and is right up my alley! I never cared for pretzels until I ate these! Thanks Patty K.! 1 (15 to 20 ounce) package pretzels1 cup vegetable oil 1 package ranch dressing, dry 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper [...]

Nona’s Spaghetti Sauce

From the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru Here is one straight from Italy. My Nona taught us this one…very simple yet so tasty. The secret is the pork. I use whatever cheap pork is around…chops or country ribs are very good, or steaks, etc. Enjoy!! 2 large pork chops1 pound ground beef2 garlic [...]

Kevi’s Baked Beans

From the kitchen of Kevin Taylor, the BBQ Guru Well, this is the new bean recipe that we will use in our contests this year! Wish us luck! 2 pounds navy beans1/2 pound bacon1 small onion, minced1 can tomato soup1 can water1 cup light brown sugar1/4 cup molasses1 teaspoon dry mustard2 tablespoons vinegar Soak beans [...]

Grilled Bananas

Look for bananas that are slightly green on the ends…they will stand the heat much better. In a saucepan, melt 1/2 stick butter and add 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice and 1 teaspoon cinnamon. You can do this on the grill if the pan has a heatproof handle. Peel 4 bananas [...]

Ice Cream Sandwiches

You want chocolate???? You GOT chocolate!! LOL These are the biggest hit at my children’s parties…. 2 cups all-purpose flour3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon kosher (coarse) salt1 1/4 cups unsalted butter2 cups granulated sugar2 large eggs2 teaspoons vanilla extract Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Sift together onto a [...]

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