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Special Feature: History of St. Louis BBQ
St. Louis has one of the most unique, fiercely defended, and delicious barbecue histories in the country. I am not originally from STL, so I wanted to dig a little deeper in the bbq traditions in the city. I took a little trip about the city and created this very brief introduction to St. Louis BBQ.
Wild West Cowboy Butter
This is an easy recipe for a cowboy butter that will be great on that grilled steak or grilled corn on the cob.
Ingredients
- 8 Tablespoons of Butter
- 1 Tablespoon Fresh Minced Garlic
- 1 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
- 1 large Lemon (for zest and 2 Tablespoons of juice)
- 2 Tablespoons of Dijon Mustard
- 2 teaspoons Smoked Paprika
- 1 Tablespoon of fresh chopped Chives
- 1 Tablespoon of fresh chopped Parsley
- Salt to taste
Steps to Prepare
- Melt the butter in a pan at medium/low heat.
- Add the garlic and chili flakes. Mix together.
- Zest lemon over the mixture. Add lemon juice and mix together.
- Add Dijon mustard and paprika. Mix and then remove the pan from the heat.
- Pour mix into a small glass container with a lid.
- Add the chopped chives, parsley and salt. Mix together.
- Then place in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to chill before using.
Texas Top 50 BBQ
After the 2025 Texas Top 50 BBQ list was released by Texas Monthly Magazine, I made it my mission to check out some the state's best BBQ joints.
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5-Star White Chicken Chili
We’re turning up the flavor on a comfort food classic with this Smoky White Chicken Chili, made from a whole spatchcocked chicken slow-smoked to perfection. The rich, creamy base is loaded with roasted poblanos, jalapeños, northern white beans, and that signature smoky flavor from the Oklahoma Joe’s Bronco Pro Drum Smoker. This isn’t your average white chicken chili — it’s bold, hearty, and BBQ-inspired, perfect for tailgates, cold nights, or any time you want something that sticks to your ribs and warms the soul.
Ingredients for the Smoked Chicken:
- 1 Small Whole Chicken
- BBQ Rub for the Chicken
Chili Ingredients:
- 1 White Onion
- 3 Poblano Peppers (Roasted, Deseeded, and Diced)
- 1 Jalapeno (Deseeded and Diced)
- 3 Cloves of Garlic, Minced
- ¼ Cup of Flour
- 6 Cups of Chicken Stock
- 8oz Cream Cheese, softened
- 3 Cans of Northern White Beans (rinsed…and mash one can of the beans)
- 3-4 Cups of Pulled Smoked Chicken
- 1 Cup Heavy Cream
- 2 Tablespoons of Mexican Seasoning or Chili Seasoning
Possible Toppings
- Sour Cream
- Shredded Pepper Jack Cheese
- Fresh Cilantro
- Shredded Sharp Cheddar Cheese
- Sliced Avocado
- Tortilla Chips
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