Married to BBQ
8 recipes converted from their YouTube cooking videos.
The CHEESIEST Smoked Mac & Cheese
A decadent, smoky twist on classic mac and cheese that’s perfect for Thanksgiving or any gathering. Sharp cheddar, gouda, and half a block of Vita cheese are smoked with cream cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and chili powder, then tossed with al dente macaroni and finished with a golden cheesy crust.
Cajun Garlic Butter Smoked Cream Cheese
A simple, crowd‑pleasing appetizer where a full block of cream cheese is scored, seasoned with a Cajun‑Creole garlic butter rub, wrapped in foil and smoked at 225°F until creamy, smoky, and perfect for dipping with chips or crackers.
My FAVORITE Crispy Tacos 🌮 (just like dad used to make!)
A nostalgic take on classic fried tacos, featuring ground beef simmered in stewed tomato juice and beer, then stuffed into freshly softened corn tortillas and shallow‑fried until golden and crispy. Top with the reserved stewed tomatoes for the ultimate crunchy‑soft taco experience.
The BEST Fried Pickle Dip 🥒
A crunchy, creamy dip that combines toasted panko, tangy dill pickles, sour cream, and cream cheese. Perfect for BBQs, cookouts, or any gathering where you need a crowd‑pleasing appetizer.
The BEST Smoked Texas Queso 🧀
A smoky, creamy cheese dip that blends Velveeta, Monterey Jack, Rotel tomatoes, jalapeños, onion and cilantro, smoked low and slow at 250°F for a rich Texas‑style queso perfect for chips, veggies, or as a topping for tacos and nachos.
Brisket 101: forget the time and focus on temperature
A step‑by‑step guide to making tender, juicy Texas‑style smoked brisket using a low‑and‑slow 225°F smoke, mustard binder, beef rub, periodic spritzes, and a butcher‑paper wrap for perfect bark and melt‑in‑your‑mouth texture.
MASSIVE Slab of Texas Beef Dino Ribs
A massive 8‑lb slab of beef ribs smoked low and slow at 225°F, wrapped in foil, and finished until the meat reaches a buttery 203°F. The result is tender, juicy, and classic Texas barbecue that falls off the bone.
Easy Chicken Fried Rice on the Griddle!
A smoky, restaurant‑style chicken fried rice cooked on a Blackstone griddle. Marinated chicken thighs, day‑old rice, peas & carrots, and a fluffy scramble of eggs come together in a quick, high‑heat stir‑fry that's perfect for family meals or backyard gatherings.