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Favorite Recipes for the Holidays
Whether it is Easter, Christmas, Thanksgiving, 4th of July, or another holiday you like to get together with loved ones and celebrate, we’ve got your menu covered!
Don’t want turkey? We’ve got great Rib Roast, Ham, and Filet Mignon too.
Latest Posts
Traeger Salt & Pepper Spot Prawn Skewers
Want to throw something on the Traeger that isn’t beef or pork? Love seafood? This Traeger Salt & Pepper Spot Prawn Skewers recipe will for sure hit the spot! Salty, smoky, and oh-so-good! It’ll be a hit at any barbecue you have this summer. Traeger Salt & Pepper Prawn Skewers I don’t know about you guys, but grilled seafood is the BEST kind of seafood. The rich taste with the…
Smoked Bacon Ranch Mac and Cheese
Just when you thought mac and cheese couldn’t possibly get any better, along comes our homemade Smoked Bacon Ranch Mac and Cheese. I have done some wonderful versions of Smoked Mac and Cheese, too, but as the saying goes, “Everything is better…
Homemade Mac and Cheese
What’s better on a rainy day than some ooey-gooey mac and cheese? How about super simple, cheese and flavor-packed, one-pot mac and cheese! My Homemade Creamy Mac and Cheese will satisfy all of your comfort food cravings without using any heavy…
Strawberry Vodka Sparkler
Summer cocktail time isn’t over yet, and this Strawberry Vodka Sparkler is going to be topping your list. Basically homemade White Claw or Truly, but with the option to sweeten it up if you are into that kind of thing.…
Traeger Carne Asada
Sunshine, hot days, margaritas, and my Traeger Grilled Carne Asada are all you need for a perfect summer night! Skip the taco mix with ground beef and try something new! This is amazing to make for your next cookout. Super…
Raspberry Jam
This Easy Homemade Raspberry Jam is the perfect combination of sweet, tangy, and homemade goodness! Simple, delicious, and versatile enough to use on any dessert or breakfast food you could imagine – what else could you ask for from some…
Traeger Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Sauce
This simple Traeger Pork Tenderloin with Mustard Sauce is a snap to throw together, takes less than 30 minutes from fridge to table, and is a family favorite! Traeger Pork Tenderloin grilled with mustard sauce Pork tenderloin with mustard sauce offers…
Grilled Caesar Pasta Salad
This delicious Caesar Pasta Salad featured my homemade Caesar Dressing, pellet grilled romaine, homemade Traeger croutons, and all the pasta. It is my favorite summer salad, and if we are having a pasta salad content, this one is the clear…
Easy Buttered Noodles
Who doesn’t love quick, simple, and easy to make side dishes? My Easy Butter Noodles are going to be the perfect side dish for your next meal! Full of flavor and a hit with all ages, I promise you’re going…
Smoked Traeger Scalloped Potatoes
This recipe for homemade Traeger Scalloped Potatoes is simple, creamy, and my go-to for a side for our Easter ham! We also like this next to our Beef Tenderloins, and even for brunch! Simple ingredients make this a classic made-from-scratch…
Homemade Hamburger Helper
This easy Homemade Hamburger Helper is made with run-of-the-mill ingredients, ALL OF WHICH you can probably pronounce, unlike the boxed magic it is named after. Which I also love, but don’t buy very often because let’s be honest. If we…
Cherry Gin and Tonic
My Cherry Gin and Tonic is a sweeter twist on a refreshingly classic cocktail. This drink is best served on a hot summer day to someone swinging in a hammock. Or making dinner. Or mowing the lawn. Whatever. Cherry Gin…
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.