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Don’t want turkey? We’ve got great Rib Roast, Ham, and Filet Mignon too.
Latest Posts
25 Delicious Dip Recipes
Dips have a rock-solid place in appetizer lore. Not only because they are delicious, but also because they are SO versatile and varied! Hot or cold, we’ve got our 25+ favorite ways to DIP right here! Spicy spinach garlic dip is like your favorite spinach dip, but amped up. I love sriracha! Homemade french onion dip is made with copious amounts of caramelized onions, garlic, and a combination of cream cheese and sour cream as a base. This is the ultimate party dip full of artichokes, spinach, and bacon. Serve up in a big bread bowl and let your family go nuts! Restaurant-style bread dip full of fresh herbs is just as good as anything you'll get when you are out to eat! Give me a big crusty loaf of bread and this dip and some good vinegar any day! Quick, easy, and delicious Beer Cheese Dip with Bacon. Perfect appetizer for any get-together! This buffalo chicken dip is cooked mostly in the Instant Pot, and then finished off in the oven to get that bubbly brown cheesy crust. Easy Smoked Salmon Dip is made with hot smoked salmon, cream cheese, and other common household staples you probably have laying around right now. Delicious and SIMPLE bacon ranch dip uses packaged ranch dip, thick-cut bacon, and magic. Or something. Because it is amazing. Easy cheesy queso dip is made even better with the addition of taco meat! This recipe also boasts NO Velveeta or processed cheese, even though there's nothing wrong with that sort of thing. 😉 This homemade cheesy artichoke dip features a crescent sheet crust and crescent rolls and biscuits all around the edges. A homemade artichoke dip and copious amounts of cheese make this a must-have dip for any of your upcoming gatherings. Easy homemade Bean Dip comes together in just 5 minutes and is one of my favorite appetizers to throw together in a snap. It is endlessly customizable, and you probably have all of the ingredients on hand right now. Smoked caramelized onions and roasted garlic are whipped into a homemade dip that's going to knock your socks off! Easy Smoked Black Cod Dip is a snap to whip together and makes an amazing appetizer for any occasion! The TikTok sensation is hitting a grill near you! This smoked cream cheese dip is simple and delicious. You're going to want a slab of this in the fridge pretty much always. This cheesy twist on a classic artichoke dip takes smoked cream cheese, roasted garlic, and artichokes and gives you this Double Smoked Artichoke Dip! Simple pub cheese that's made with smoked cheese and smoked amber ale! Sweet and tangy and smokey and perfect for dipping! This super easy pellet grill appetizer is perfect for Halloween, or anytime you need a snack. Throw together this simple dip in 5 minutes, and then let your pellet grill do all the work! Wood fire + seafood is always a winner, and when you throw in some cream cheese & sour cream to the mix? Forget it. You've officially upgraded. All the good flavor of shrimp scampi in spreadable, dippable form! I cannot wait to make this again! Chicken, all the wine, artichokes, and more in a dip that's dying to be made into a meal. Buffalo dip featuring cauliflower! Great for any people in your life that prefer to skip the meat. Artichoke dip is incredible, and artichoke dip with red peppers? AMAZING. Sausage dip is one that is going to please everyone. Make sure to have some hearty bread around! Smoked gouda AND pimento cheese? I'm in. I might also use this as a sandwich spread, mix some into my next egg scramble, and just eat it with a spoon in-between. Oh, okay. My favorite food in dip form? ON IT.25 Delicious Dip Recipes
Traeger Grilled Salmon with Tingly Salt
We took our new favorite tingly salt and put it on a fresh piece of salmon for this delicious take on our Traeger Grilled Salmon recipe! This post is NOT sponsored. Momofuku didn’t ask me to write this, doesn’t know…
Blackstone Sturgeon with Lemon Cream Sauce
Fire up the griddle and cast those lines because with this Blackstone Sturgeon with Lemon Cream Sauce we take fresh sturgeon fillets that are seasoned and seared right on the Blackstone and then sauce them with an umami-rich lemon cream…
Grilled Togarashi Salmon Rice Noodle Bowl
There’s nothing easier than grilled salmon, and this time we made some Grilled Togarashi Salmon Rice Noodle Bowls that were packed full of stir fried cabbage, mushrooms, and bell peppers in a Korean-inspired stir fry sauce that you’re going to…
Lemon Pepper Smoked Wings
Smoked wings are pretty much my favorite thing ever. Appetizer, meal, whatever. If there are wings, I’m eating them. These Lemon Pepper Smoked Wings are simple to make and feature Meat Church’s Gourmet Lemon Pepper. Traeger Lemon Pepper Smoked Wings…
2021 OWYD Year In Review
2021 was another year that many of us are really glad to have behind us, but I wanted to take a few minutes to focus on some of the wins and positives this year instead. Feeling nostalgic and want to…
Garlic Parmesan Smoked Wings
If you are into chicken wings, our Garlic Parmesan Smoked Wings are going to be just what you’re looking for! Smoked and fried before getting a bath in warm, fresh garlic butter, these wings feature the Garlic and Herb blend…
Smoked Chicken Gorgonzola Pasta Salad
We took tender smoked chicken breast and mixed it together with gorgonzola, a homemade Greek salad dressing, and fresh vegetables and mixed them all-together to make our Smoked Chicken Gorgonzola Pasta Salad! Perfect for lunches all week or as a…
How to make amazing Smoked Chicken Wings
Chicken wings are one of my all-time favorite foods, and we make them quite a bit! This post is going to walk you through all of our favorite recipes and answer all of your burning questions about making the BEST…
Sweet Heat Smoked Spicy Chicken Wings
Our Sweet Heat Smoked Spicy Chicken Wings recipe uses habanero powder to give them little kick, and our Traeger pellet grill to add the smoke. Next, they hit either the deep fryer or the air fryer for crispy skin you…
Must Have Griddle Accessories
Just get your griddle out of the box, and wondering what you’re going to need to cook up a storm? We put together a list of must have accessories for the new griddler all in one spot!
Nicole Johnson
Nicole Johnson, a self-taught expert in grilling and outdoor cooking, launched Or Whatever You Do in 2010. Her blog, renowned for its comprehensive and creative outdoor cooking recipes, has garnered a vast audience of millions. Nicole's hands-on experience and passion for grilling shine through her work. Her husband, Jeremiah Johnson, also plays a pivotal role in recipe development, adding his culinary flair to the mix. Together, they form a dynamic duo, offering a rich and varied outdoor cooking experience to their followers.