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Published: Apr 27, 2023 · Modified: Oct 22, 2023 by Amanda McGrory-Dixon

30+ Smoked Pellet Grill Recipes (Traeger, PitBoss, Etc.)

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A brown cutting board with slices of brisket from a pellet grill smoker after cooking with text overlay on top of the image.

Let’s elevate your BBQ game with these smoked pellet grill recipes! Smoking your favorite appetizers, meats and side dishes on your pellet grill is a simple way to add a depth of flavor and complexity and take your outdoor cooking to the next level. Here, you’ll find some of the best electric smoker recipes to throw the ultimate backyard party and make you look like a pitmaster.

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  • Why You’ll Love Smoking on a Pellet Grill
  • Choosing the Best Pellets for Your Dish
  • Appetizers
  • Main Courses
  • Side Dishes
  • Pellet Grill FAQs
  • Expert Tips
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Why You’ll Love Smoking on a Pellet Grill

Ultra versatile: You will get so much use out of your pellet grill. Of course, you can smoke the traditional BBQ meats, like brisket, ribs and chicken, but that’s just the start. Smoked cream cheese, anyone?

Convenient, fuss-free cooking: Thanks to the automated temperature control system, pellet grills beautifully maintain a consistent temperature without requiring your constant tweaks. We simply fill our hopper with pellets, set the cooking temperature and the smoker takes care of the rest. Many modern units even include Wi-Fi connectivity, so we can control the grill right from our fingertips.

Consistent results for all skill levels: With smoking, we often cook low and slow, which makes for a very forgiving process. Even beginners will quickly feel comfortable smoking all kinds of dishes. You don’t need to be a BBQ expert to make competition-worthy meals.

That wonderful smoky flavor: Wood pellets fuel the grill to infuse our favorite foods with the perfect touch of smoky flavor. We have quite a few options when it comes to the type of wood pellets, so we’ll review those to ensure you pick the right wood for your dish.

Choosing the Best Pellets for Your Dish

Pellets are made from many different types of wood, all of which impart a distinct flavor, so we want to choose a wood flavor that complements our dish. For instance, mesquite would be too bitter for smoking delicate lobster tails, but it’s great for brisket or tri tip. Here’s a handy little guide to make sure you pair the right wood to the right dish.

Wood TypeRecommended Food Pairing
MesquiteBeef
HickoryBeef, lamb, pork, poultry, seafood, cheese, side dishes
OakBeef, pork, seafood, cheese
PecanBeef, lamb, pork, poultry, baked goods, cheese, side dishes
MapleLamb, pork, poultry, baked goods, cheese, side dishes
AppleLamb, pork, poultry, seafood, baked goods, cheese, side dishes
CherryLamb, pork, poultry, seafood, baked goods, cheese, side dishes

Appetizers

No backyard party is complete without an array of appetizers. And, hey, since you already have the smoker fired up, why not throw these easy appetizers on the grill?

1. Smoked Jalapeno Poppers

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The Best Smoked Jalapeño Poppers
No summer party or tailgate is complete without a big tray of these crowd-favorite smoked jalapeño poppers! Thick, crisp bacon is wrapped around jalapeño peppers stuffed with the most decadent cream cheese filling to make one irresistible party snack. You can prep these jalapeño poppers in 20 minutes and then let the smoker take care of the rest.
Check out this recipe
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2. Smoked Queso Dip

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Smoked Queso Dip
For a crowd-pleasing appetizer for your summer parties, everyone will love this easy smoked queso dip recipe! Featuring an ultra creamy, velvety cheese base with the perfect smoky flavor, this loaded dip is filled with spicy chorizo, Rotel tomatoes, onions and fresh jalapeños to make one irresistible party snack. Make sure you have plenty of crisp tortilla chips on hand because everyone will devour this smoky queso.
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3. Smoked Cream Cheese

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Easy Smoked Cream Cheese
When you need the perfect party appetizer, you’ll turn to this easy smoked cream cheese over and over again! Coated in a flavorful dry rub, this cream cheese transforms into a luscious spread with just the right touch of smoky flavor after a trip to the grill. It just takes a few minutes to prepare this easy appetizer, and then the smoker handles the rest of the work.
Check out this recipe
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4. Smoked Salsa

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The Best Smoked Salsa
For the ultimate summer appetizer for any occasion, you’ll turn to this homemade smoked salsa over and over again! Made with only a handful of fresh ingredients, this smoky salsa is perfect for dipping or serving with your favorite Mexican dishes. You only need about 20 minutes of hands-on preparation time, and the process couldn’t be easier, no matter your skill level. Let’s show you how to make your new go-to tomato salsa.
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A white bowl of the smoked salsa on a brown serving tray with chips and salt all around it and cilantro sprigs and a jalapeño to the side.

5. Smoked Chicken Wings

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Crispy Smoked Chicken Wings
No party is complete without a platter of these crispy smoked chicken wings with all the fixings! After cooking low and slow for the perfect smoky flavor, these wings are blasted with a blaze of heat to ensure you get that crispy skin everyone loves — talk about one crowd-pleasing party snack. Whether you’re hosting a casual backyard cook-out or tailgating on game day, these best-ever smoked wings belong on your menu.
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6. Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip

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Smoked Buffalo Chicken Dip
Make everyone swoon at your next party when you set out this creamy, spicy smoked Buffalo chicken dip! Three different cheeses are mixed with tender shredded chicken and spicy Frank's RedHot Sauce and finished low and slow on the smoker to make the most irresistible dip that's perfect for game day. One scoop and your guests will keep coming back for more.
Check out this recipe
A hand dipping a tortilla chip in the smoked Buffalo chicken dip with more tortilla chips and chopped cilantro in the background.

Main Courses

And now for the main event — our delicious meats. Whether you prefer a big, beefy slice of prime rib or a lighter dish, such as chicken or seafood, you’ll find your perfect dinner here. These smoked meats are great for more casual gatherings as well as some fancier options for the holidays.

7. Pellet Grill Brisket

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Smoked Pellet Grill Brisket (Texas Style)
Let’s make your summer cookouts extra delicious with this smoked pellet grill brisket! After cooking low and slow, this Texas-style smoked brisket comes out melt-in-your mouth tender, and smoking a beef brisket is surprisingly simple, even if this is your first brisket. Your summer barbecues will be everyone’s favorite spot when this brisket is on the menu — it’s the ultimate summer dinner.
Check out this recipe
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8. Smoked Whole Chicken

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Smoked Whole Chicken on a Pellet Grill
Your summer barbecues aren’t complete without this easy smoked whole chicken! Prepared with a simple yet flavorful spice rub, this chicken is smoked to perfection for the most succulent, tender and moist meat. Plus, this smoked chicken takes 10 minutes of hands-on preparation time, and you can smoke one or multiple chickens at a time.
Check out this recipe
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9. Smoked Tri Tip

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Juicy Smoked Tri Tip
Put this ultra juicy smoked tri tip on the dinner menu when you need a meal that's sure to impress! In just 90 minutes with only a handful of simple ingredients and very little hands-on preparation, you can put the most flavorful, tender tri-tip steak on the table after smoking to absolute perfection. Bring your appetite because you and your guests will savor every succulent bite. 
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10. Pellet Grill Ribs

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Smoked Pellet Grill Ribs (3-2-1 Method)
Enjoy the most tender, finger-licking smoked pellet grill ribs using the easy 3-2-1 method! Featuring a perfectly balanced sweet, spicy and smoky dry rub, these fool-proof St. Louis-style pork spare ribs will be the star of your next summer barbecue party, and everyone will rave. These smoked ribs are a guaranteed hit.
Check out this recipe
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11. Smoked Burgers

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Smoked Burgers
When warmer weather comes calling, you need to whip up a batch of these super easy smoked burgers, piled high with your favorite toppings! This recipe makes for some ultra juicy burgers with the perfect smoky flavor that will be the highlight of your summer barbecue parties. Plus, these delicious smoked burgers only require about 10 minutes of hands-on preparation time, and even a beginner cook can master this recipe.
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12. Smoked Prime Rib

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Smoked Prime Rib (Standing Rib Roast)
For the ultimate special occasion meal, it doesn't get better than this impressive smoked prime rib roast! This beautiful piece of beef is smothered in a spiced garlic butter and then smoked until it transforms into the most succulent, melt-in-your-mouth tender meat. You can smoke it on an electric pellet grill, charcoal grill or gas grill — your choice. No matter how you smoke this flavorful prime rib, you have a guaranteed crowd pleaser that you'll want to serve every chance you get.
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13. Smoked Lobster Tails

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Smoked Lobster Tails With Lemon-Garlic Butter
Make your next special occasion even more memorable and put these smoked lobster tails with a decadent lemon-garlic butter on the dinner menu. You’ll love how sweet, buttery lobster gets an extra touch of flavor with the perfect kiss of smoky notes. Plus, this gourmet dinner only requires 20 minutes of hands-on preparation time — it’s elegance meets convenience.
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14. Smoked Leg of Lamb

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Smoked Leg of Lamb
When you need an impressive dish, serve this succulent smoked leg of lamb and watch all your guests happily devour every bite. Coated with a simple yet flavorful dry rub, this smoked lamb comes out unbelievably tender and juicy with the perfect touch of complex wood notes. You'll be surprised how simple it is to make, and this recipe only calls for about 10 minutes of hands-on preparation time before your trusty smoker takes care of the rest.
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15. Smoked Duck

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Smoked Duck With Spiced Pomegranate-Maple Glaze
Put an extra delicious touch to your holiday dinner with this juicy smoked duck! Finished with a spiced pomegranate-maple glaze for a festive spin, this duck features the most tender, succulent meat to make one memorable meal that's sure to impress. Don't be surprised if this smoked whole duck becomes a new family tradition.
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16. Smoked Turkey Thighs

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Smoked Turkey Thighs
Thanksgiving dinner has never been so simple and scrumptious than when these smoked turkey thighs are on the menu! With the perfectly spiced dry rub and trip to the smoker, these turkey thighs come out much more flavorful than your typical oven roasting preparation. Let’s fire up the smoker and cook a feast the whole family is sure to love.
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17. Smoked Turkey Legs

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Smoked Turkey Legs (Drumsticks)
Make your own succulent, delicious smoked turkey legs right from the comfort of your backyard! After soaking in a wet brine and coated with a BBQ dry rub, these turkey drumsticks come out perfectly tender with just the right kiss of smoky flavor. Whether you’re hosting a holiday dinner or backyard cookout, these turkey legs are sure to be a crowd favorite.
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18. Smoked Turkey Wings

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Crispy Smoked Turkey Wings
Skip the whole bird and make these crispy smoked turkey wings for your next holiday dinner! Thanks to a simple dry brining technique, these wings show off tender, succulent meat with that crispy turkey skin everyone loves. Preparing these wings only requires about 20 minutes of hands-on time, and then they smoke to absolute perfection. You’ll love this new holiday tradition for your delicious Thanksgiving dinner.
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19. Smoked Chili

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Smoked Chili With Tender Chuck Roast
When you need to serve a crowd for game day or a casual backyard party, everyone will rave about this smoked chili recipe. You’ll love how every beefy spoonful is full of tender chuck roast and hearty beans in a perfectly spicy, thick red gravy. For a meat-lover’s chili that’s a sure hit at any cook-off, you’ll return to this recipe over and over again.
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20. Double-Smoked Ham

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Double Smoked Ham With Spiced Orange Glaze
Make your next holiday meal even more special by serving this double-smoked ham with a spiced orange glaze. Also known as twice-smoked ham, this succulent piece of meat is reheated on the smoker for an extra flavor injection and then finished with a sticky, sweet glaze to make a holiday dinner the whole family is sure to love. This ham is perfect for feeding a hungry crowd, and it only calls for about 10 minutes of hands-on cooking time — the smoker takes care of the rest.
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21. Smoked Corned Beef

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The Best Smoked Corned Beef
No St. Patrick's Day celebration is complete without this very best smoked corned beef brisket on the dinner menu! This corned beef is smoked low and slow with a spiced Guinness braising sauce to make the most tender, juicy cured brisket. After one bite, this is sure to become a St. Patrick's Day tradition — consider this dish a guaranteed party favorite.
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22. Smoked Spatchcock Chicken

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Smoked Spatchcock Chicken With Crispy Skin
For all those summer grill-outs, make sure your dinner menu includes this succulent smoked spatchcock chicken, featuring everyone's favorite perfectly crispy skin! A simple dry rub gives the chicken those classic BBQ flavors with just the right kiss of smoke. You only need about 10 minutes of hands-off preparation time, and it smokes even faster than a traditional trussed chicken.
Check out this recipe
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23. Smoked Brats

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Smoked Brats With Beer and Onion
For an easy and crowd-pleasing dish at your next backyard BBQ party, you can’t go wrong with these very best smoked brats with beer and onion! After simmering in a beer braise, these brats are then smoked until they’re perfectly juicy and flavorful. These brats only require a few minutes of prep time, and then the smoker takes care of the rest.
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24. Smoked Chuck Roast

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Smoked Chuck Roast
When you need an easy yet crowd-pleasing meal for your next backyard cook-out, everyone will love this tender, juicy smoked chuck roast! This chuck roast is covered with a simple, flavorful dry rub and then cooked low and slow on the trusty smoker until it turns into one seriously succulent piece of meat. One bite will leave everyone's mouth watering for more.
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25. Smoked Chicken Quarters

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Smoked Chicken Leg Quarters
For a simple yet crave-worthy dinner, put these very best smoked chicken leg quarters on the menu and watch everyone fall in love with every delicious, succulent bite! Coated in a flavorful, aromatic dry rub, these tender, juicy chicken quarters are infused with the perfect kiss of smoky flavor and then are finished under a blast of high heat to ensure you get that perfect crispy skin. Your next backyard BBQ will be one to remember when you serve these smoked chicken quarters.
Check out this recipe
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26. Smoked Chicken Breast

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Juicy Smoked Chicken Breast
Make everyone's taste buds salivate when you serve this mouth-watering, ultra juicy smoked chicken breast! For the most tender, moist bite, this chicken slowly cooks in the smoker at a low temperature and is then finished on a hot grill to get that perfect crispy skin. Whether you're hosting a casual backyard BBQ or even a holiday dinner, these smoked chicken breasts make for a wonderful main course that your family and friends will adore for years to come.
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27. Smoked Meatballs

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Best-Ever Smoked Meatballs
Put these best-ever smoked meatballs on your next dinner party or game day menu and watch how happily and quickly everyone gobbles them up! Featuring a blend of ground beef and pork with loads of freshly grated Parmesan, these ultra juicy meatballs show off the perfect touch of smoky flavor for an added complexity, and you can serve them in so many ways. Make sure you keep this smoked meatball recipe handy because you'll turn to it again and again.
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28. Smoked Carnitas

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Smoked Carnitas (Mexican Pulled Pork)
Upgrade your favorite tacos, nachos and enchiladas with these tender smoked carnitas! Pork shoulder is cooked low and slow on the smoker and then finished in a citrusy braise until it transforms into melt-in-your-mouth shredded meat. These pork carnitas are perfect for serving a large crowd, and you will get so many uses out of this one recipe.
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The smoked carnitas in a black cast-iron skillet with jalapeños scattered around and lime slices and cilantro in the background.

29. Smoked Spatchcock Turkey

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Crispy Smoked Spatchcock Turkey
Make your next holiday meal one to remember and serve this succulent, crispy smoked spatchcock turkey! This turkey is coated with a flavorful dry rub and then smoked low and slow to infuse the perfect kiss of smoke into wonderfully tender, moist meat. The whole family is sure to fall in love with this smoked turkey.
Check out this recipe
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Side Dishes

Of course, we can’t forget the side dishes. My personal favorite is the smoked mac and cheese. In fact, it just may be my all-time favorite recipe here at Burrata and Bubbles. So please don’t miss that one, but you’ll also love these other smoked side dishes — they’ve all been met with rave reviews.

30. Smoked Mac and Cheese

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The Ultimate Smoked Mac and Cheese
Upgrade your comfort food game with the ultimate smoked mac and cheese! Made with cheddar, Gouda and Gruyère and topped with crispy panko crumbs, this cheesy pasta is the perfect side dish for your summer barbecues and holiday celebrations alike. Everyone will happily come back for seconds when this mac and cheese is on the dinner table.
Check out this recipe
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31. Smoked Mashed Potatoes

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Smoked Mashed Potatoes With Gouda
Give everyone’s favorite side dish a major flavor upgrade with these creamy smoked mashed potatoes! Prepared with browned butter, sour cream and rich Gouda, these mashed potatoes are infused with hickory notes to make the perfect accompaniment to any meal. Don’t be surprised if smoking becomes your new favorite way to prepare this classic side dish.
Check out this recipe
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32. Smoked Baked Beans

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Smoked Baked Beans (With Optional Bourbon)
Your summer barbecue party isn’t complete without a side of these smoked baked beans! After cooking low and slow in the most incredible BBQ sauce with loads of bacon, these baked beans balance just the right spicy, sweet and smoky notes. You’ll never go back to canned baked beans after one bite.
Check out this recipe
A cast-iron skillet filled with smoked baked beans on burlap with fresh thyme to the side.

Pellet Grill FAQs

Are pellet grills simple to use?

Absolutely, I find pellet grills to be the easiest outdoor cooking method. Once we load the hopper and set the temperature, the pellet grill automatically refuels the fire source, so we don’t have to constantly worry about maintaining the proper temperature. This also means pellet grill cooking generally requires very little hands-on work, which makes it great when entertaining.

Do pellet grills require electricity?

Yes, you will need access to an outdoor power outlet. These are electric smokers.

How long does it take for pellet grills to heat up?

With the caveat that every unit is different, I plan for 15-20 minutes when heating the grill to 225-250 degrees F. This is the perfect time to apply any dry rubs or take care of any other prep work.

Expert Tips

Store wood pellets in a dry environment: If your pellets get wet, they can expand and cause a jam in the hopper. I like to keep our pellets in an airtight container in the garage, and it works nicely.

Invest in a leave-in meat thermometer: This allows you to constantly keep an eye on the internal temperature of the meat for perfect results. While you could open the smoker to test the meat with an instant-read thermometer, this releases a lot of heat, which delays the cooking process. For overnight smokes, such as brisket, you’ll especially appreciate a WiFi-enabled thermometer.

Allow the meat to rest: After meat cooks, it needs time to rest to allow the juices to redistribute. This is even more important on large cuts of meat.

Use a water pan: I just about always use a water pan. Smoking is a very dry cooking process, so a water pan helps keep the food moist.

After salivating over all those recipes, let’s fire up the smoker and start cooking. With its versatility, convenience and tasty results, you will fall in love with pellet grill smoking.

Cheers!

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  1. Kris says

    September 27, 2023 at 6:10 pm

    I'm so happy I stumbled on these recipes!! That smoked mac and cheese was OUT OF THIS WORLD. I can't wait to try all of the others!

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    • Amanda McGrory-Dixon says

      September 27, 2023 at 7:58 pm

      Oh, I’m so glad to hear that! It’s truly my favorite.

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