Looking to spice it up at your next tailgate gathering?

Use some tailgating recipes with some ZING to change it up before the big game. Try these on for size…

PICO BURGER. A little pico de gallo and avocado on a brioche bun makes it better than just a burger!

BARBECUE SAUCE. Try this recipe for ribs, burgers, brisket — anything!

BBQ BEEF BURNT ENDS. Just heat and eat these deliciously tender bite-sized smoked brisket pieces.

Peruse more fantastic recipes for tailgating here. Then check out these tailgating favorites like steaks, hot dogs, beef tenderloin tips and more!

Go team!

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Are you barbecuing? It’s time!

Here are some top meal ideas and recipes for your barbecue – pick some and have a go!

ENTREES

I absolutely LOVE a good brisket. That smoky flavor makes me so happy. And ribs are a great go-to entree as well. Ever tried burnt ends? They’re boneless and not messy. Delicious! Try beef or pork.

SIDE DISHES

What goes with everything? Twice-baked potatoes! Cheesy, bacony goodness. Another great option my family loves is green beans in mushroom cream sauce. Delish!

BBQ SAUCES

You could buy those store-bought sauces but why not try something fresh? A little extra effort makes it taste that much better. Here are some awesome sauce recipes – give ’em a whirl!

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It’s National Barbecue Month so NOW is the perfect time to talk sauce!

Some of us like it, some of us don’t. And of those of us who love the stuff, we’ve all got our own ideas of what makes a sauce GREAT.

There’s tangy, sweet, tomato-y, and everything in between.

With so many options, what’s a BBQ sauce lover to do?

Check out this guide to all things “sauce.” It’ll help put things into perspective.

And, hey, would it be the worst thing in the world if you had to try them all to figure out which one you like best?

I think not.

Happy Barbecue Month! And happy saucing!

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