Thanksgiving is upon us and it's time to start thinking about what you're going to cook! Whether you are cooking the main dish, a side or a dessert, we have you covered! These recipes are from some of our favorite brands that we carry and many of them utilize their own seasonings that we stock at the shop. If a recipe calls for cooking on a specific grill that you don't have...come buy it - or simply use your oven, there is no need to follow these recipes exactly.
Main Dish Recipes
Brined & Smoked Turkey
A turkey that is brined in Kosmos Q Turkey Brine, then smoked and finished with a delicious glaze. This turkey will be like no other turkey that you have served for Thanksgiving!
Turbo Trusser Fried Turkey
Here is a recipe for a simple fried turkey that utilizes the super convenient Turbo Trusser.
Spatchcock Turkey
A spatchcocked turkey is a great way to prepare a turkey so it cooks evenly and presents beautifully! You can brine the turkey whole or spatchcock it first. It doesn't matter!
Turbo Trusser Turkey
Turbo Trusser & Fogo say that this will be your juiciest and easiest turkey ever!
BBQ Smoked Ham
Here is a recipe from Malcolm Reed. Switch it up this Thanksgiving and serve a smoked spiral ham with a BBQ twist!
Smoked Ham
Can't have holidays without the holiday ham - and none is better than home-smoked ham with your favorite glaze. Here is a recipe that utilizes Kosmos Q Dirty Bird & Killer Bee rub and glaze.
Appetizer Recipes
Butternut Squash Soup
Served piping hot with a hunk of crusty bread, this creamy, nourishing butternut squash soup recipe is Winter comfort food at its best. This recipe uses a Big Green Egg but it can be cooked in many other ways.
Smoked Sausage Balls
These smoked sausage balls are a quick and easy appetizer that pack a ton of flavor. When you need a nice appetizer to hold you over until the main event, these will do the trick, just don't fill up on them!
Creole Shrimp Dip Recipe
This Malcolm Reed Creole Shrimp Dip recipe will bring a little southern flavor to your table this Thanksgiving. It's always fun switching it up from the normal fare and the guests will love this appetizer
Smoked Cream Cheese
Smoked Cream Cheese?! That's right, this tasty and incredibly simple recipe will be great as an appetizer before the main meal. This recipe utilizes Meat Church BBQ rubs but feel free to use your own favorite.
Side Dish Recipes
Gouda Mashed Potatoes
Trying to find the perfect match for the prime rib you're making? Look no further! This recipe is super delicious and pretty easy to make. The gouda makes these potatoes extra creamy and Kosmos Q's Texas Beef seasoning perfects it.
Grilled Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts and bacon, a match made in heaven. What makes this recipe even better than normal brussels sprouts recipes, is Lane's Qnami seasoning. It adds a very unique and delicious flavor that will have people going back for seconds.
Sweet Potato Casserole
This Sweet Potato Casserole recipe from Malcolm Reed can be prepped the night before which is always helpful when preparing a whole thanksgiving meal.
Butterscotch Biscuits
These biscuits are made with Big Green Egg's savory pecan seasoning and then cooked indirect on the Egg.
Smoked Mac & Cheese
Everyone loves mac and cheese. Save the space inside by cooking this simple recipe on your smoker/grill. The 3 cheese blend will create possibly the cheesiest, tastiest mac and cheese you have ever had in your life.
Cornbread Stuffing
Try this cornbread stuffing recipe that has a little Kosmos Q twist by utilizing their Dirty Bird Sriracha and Texas Beef seasoning.
Chuck's Corn Casserole
This corn casserole recipe from Dizzy Pig is a crowd-pleaser for sure! The corn brings a vibrant flavor to this dish while the chilies, jalapeños and Shakin’ the Tree rub add a pop, perfect for winter gatherings.
Roasted Butternut Squash with Vidalia Sriracha Aioli
Roasted vegetables on the grill are always better. Utilize your grill or smoker for this recipe and keep the heat out of the kitchen.
Dessert Recipes
Outdoor Pumpkin Pie
Grilling season is not over until it’s over, even if it’s pumpkin season already! This is a delicious recipe that will get you grilling this Winter if you’re up for the challenge of making your own pumpkin pie from scratch.
Caramel Pecan Smoked Apples
Caramel, pecans, and Lane's Apple Pie rub are all quintessential fall flavors. This recipe takes those flavors and stuffs them into an apple! Can't go wrong here!
Apple Crisp
Doesn’t the thought of a warm, homemade Apple Crisp make your mouth water? Pure, hearty, fresh off the skillet… you can make this on the grill, too! This is an easy apple crisp recipe that goes really well with DIY dulce de leche.
Cast Iron Caramel Apple Pie
Who doesn't love apple pie?! This apple pie recipe is cooked in a cast-iron pan and can be placed in your oven or add a little grilled flavor to it by putting it in your Big Green Egg or Green Mountain Grill.
Apple Pie Blondies
These soft and chewy apple pie blondies combine Lanes Apple Pie seasoning with brown sugar and flavorful butter that makes for a great dessert. While it's hot make sure to add some vanilla bean ice cream on it, you'll thank me later!
White Chocolate Bread Pudding
In the South Bread Pudding is a sweet dessert served with just about any meal, but it's especially perfect for Thanksgiving!
Drink Recipes
Pumpkin Beer Cocktail
A drink that has 3 ingredients, booze and tastes like pumpkin pie. This one's a winner.
Fig Bourbon Smash
A slight twist on the classic bourbon smash, this recipe uses the tart flavor of figs instead of lemon. This is a great drink that looks as good as it tastes. Impress your family with this simple, tasty recipe.
Pumpkin Beer Bourbon Apple Cider
Apple cider is always a great drink to have on Thanksgiving. When you add beer and bourbon to it they get even better!
Holiday Old Fashioned
This Old Fashioned recipe is pretty similar to a regular old fashioned but this one adds some triple sec, rosemary, and also maple syrup for a little sweetness. The rosemary hits your nose when you drink this and adds so much to the flavor!
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