When you’re making mashed potatoes, use your Traeger to take them to the next level. These smoked mashed potatoes are buttery, cheesy, and topped with crispy bacon, making them a hard-to-beat side dish. I boil and mash Yukon gold potatoes with cream and butter, then smoke them in a cast-iron skillet until the cheese on […]

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Homemade pickle spears are easier than you might think, and they taste incredible. These refrigerator pickles don’t require any canning equipment or special skills—just fresh cucumbers, a simple brine, and a bit of patience. They’re perfect for summer cookouts, backyard barbecues, or anytime you want that crisp, tangy crunch alongside your burger or sandwich. They’re […]

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I’ve been making these maple glazed carrots for years, and they never fail to disappear from the dinner table. What started as a way to get my kids to eat more vegetables has become one of our most requested side dishes. They’re perfect for Thanksgiving and Christmas dinner, Sunday family roasts, weeknight dinners, or holiday […]

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Roasting broccoli completely transforms this everyday vegetable. The florets develop incredible crispy, golden edges while staying perfectly tender inside. Now I find myself making this simple recipe at least twice a week because it’s honestly that good. Whether I’m preparing a weeknight dinner, hosting a family gathering, or meal prepping for the week ahead, this […]

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The key to truly exceptional double-baked potatoes lies in three things: starting with the right potato, keeping the mixture hot while blending, and that final brief trip under the broiler that creates the perfect golden top. This recipe incorporates all those lessons that I learned from my mother, and I promise it will become a requested favorite at your table too.

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