These Traeger appetizer recipes prove your pellet grill can do a lot more than just smoke brisket. That wood-fired flavor does something special to jalapeño poppers, bacon-wrapped bites, buffalo wings, and smoked queso that you just can’t get from the oven. The recipes are straightforward and use everyday ingredients, but the smoky depth from the […]

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Spring weather and the Traeger make a good combination, especially when you’re planning Easter dinner. Smoking a ham or roasting lamb outdoors frees up your kitchen and gives you more options for what to serve. This roundup includes the classics for Easter: smoked ham with glaze, leg of lamb, herb-roasted chicken, and sides like asparagus, […]

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These Traeger summer recipes are the ones I turn to when the weather warms up and I’m ready to spend more time outside with the grill. There’s something about cooking outdoors that just hits different—maybe it’s the smell of wood smoke drifting through the yard, or the way perfectly smoked brisket and grilled chicken taste […]

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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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This Traeger grilled New York strip steak is simple, delicious, and ready in minutes. It’s perfect for date nights, special dinners, or weekend cookouts when you want something that feels a bit more upscale. I like to cook it medium rare and serve it with classic steakhouse sides. The Traeger adds just enough smoke flavor […]

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Sundays are made for the smoker. There’s no rush, no schedule to keep—just time to let something cook low and slow while you relax. I love starting a brisket or pork shoulder early in the morning, then spending the day doing whatever needs doing while the Traeger does its work. This collection features recipes perfect […]

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February’s cold weather is perfect for low and slow smoking. There’s something satisfying about tending the smoker on a chilly day while incredible aromas fill the air. I find myself reaching for these recipes more in winter—maybe it’s the comfort of hearty smoked meat, or maybe it’s just a good excuse to spend time outside […]

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