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Our site hosts one of the biggest collections of home-cooked, family-tested recipes on the net, with thousands of options to choose from! We feature recipes for the pellet grill, gas griddle, and all outdoor cooking methods, but you’ll also find lots of side dishes, drinks, desserts, Instant Pot recipes, and much much more.
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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
Pulled Pork Pizza
Our Smoked Pulled Pork Pizza is a delicious fusion of smoked barbecue flavors and everyone’s favorite food – pizza, creating a meal that appeals to everyone. When we do a big pork butt, we always have leftovers. So finding different ways to repurpose it is an easy way to make a quick dinner during the week. We take leftover smoked pulled pork, combined with the tang of barbecue sauce and…
Grilled Wagyu Hanger Steak
Grilled Hanger Steak is an excellent cut of steak known for its robust flavor and tender texture. This cut of beef, sometimes known as “butcher’s steak,” is beloved for its beefy taste and relatively low cost compared to other premium…
Grilled Lamb Loin Chops
Grilled Lamb Loin Chops are a fantastic option for a quick and delicious meal, perfect for dinners where you want to serve something impressive, but without extensive prep time. These chops are seasoned with a blend of Greek seasonings and…
Butterfinger Fluff Pie
Our Butterfinger Fluff Pie combines the crunchy Butterfinger bits with the creamy texture of a classic fluff pie. This dessert features a homemade graham cracker crust filled with a whipped mixture of cream cheese, vanilla pudding, and marshmallows, topped with…
32 Flavor-Packed Air Fryer Recipes for Every Meal of the Day
Air fryers have become as common in kitchens these days as microwaves, and it’s easy to see why. These compact devices can produce delicious meals, rejuvenate leftovers so they taste freshly made, and significantly improve the quality of freezer meals.…
18 Inventive Spring Asparagus Recipes
Spring asparagus is one of the best things to make, no matter how you prepare it! As one of the first vegetables you start seeing domestically in the US popping up in markets in the spring, you’re going to notice…
Traeger Pizza
Our Traeger Pizza Recipe is complete with made-from-scratch pizza crust, homemade sauce, and tons of meaty toppings and cheese. Loaded with bold pepperoni, diced ham, and seasoned ground beef, we cook this in our pellet grill for wood-fired flavor and…
Kimchi Fried Rice
Kimchi Fried Rice combines the traditional flavors of kimchi with the comfort of a quick stir-fry, resulting in a dish that’s both flavorful and satisfying. Made with jasmine rice, kimchi, vegetables, and eggs, it’s a versatile recipe that can be…
21 Pasta Salad Recipes That’ll Steal The Show
When the sun starts coming out in the spring, the first hint of warmth I’m firing up the grill. If it is grilling season that means it is also pasta salad season, which is one of my favorite times of…
Grilled Blackened Chicken Breasts
Out Grilled Blackened Chicken Breasts are a simple and flavorful dish, known for its spicy, smoky crust and tender, juicy interior. This technique involves seasoning the chicken breasts with a robust blackening rub before it hits the grill. The high…
18 Blackstone Recipes That’ll Blow Your Mind
Celebrate the sunshine with this sizzling collection of gas griddle recipes! Your backyard is about to become the hottest spot in the neighborhood as you whip up restaurant-quality meals that are easier than ever. This handy guide is packed with…
15 Surprising and Delicious Pork Chop Recipes
If you’re anything like me, you know that feeling of scrolling endlessly through recipes online, trying to find something that screams “cook me!” It’s tough, right? Well, I’ve got something for you that might just end the search, at least…
36 Pellet Grilled Chicken Recipes
Dive into our selection of pellet grill chicken recipes, perfect for any taste and skill level. Ranging from classic dishes to creative new twists, these recipes are designed to be straightforward and highlight the natural taste of chicken, complemented by…
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.