Comfort Foods

Texas Skillet Potatoes and Onions are crispy, buttery, and packed with flavor. Made with red potatoes, onions, and simple seasonings in a cast iron skillet.

This Cowboy Chowder (aka Shepherd’s Pie Soup) combines savory ground beef, potatoes, carrots, and rich broth into a hearty one-pot comfort meal. Easy, filling, and perfect for chilly nights, and especially great if you’re feeling under the weather.

Classic Texas comfort food recipes including chicken fried steak, chili, pinto beans, cornbread, and backyard entertaining tips.

Cozy Texas comfort meals for cold winter nights, featuring hearty mains, homemade breads, and classic desserts from Backyard Texas Grill, Out of the Box Baking, and Storybook Kitchen.

Turn leftover turkey into a cozy cast iron skillet pot pie made with crescent rolls, biscuits, or dinner roll dough. Perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any cold holiday night—oven, grill, or smoker friendly.

Got Thanksgiving leftovers? Transform turkey, dressing, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, and more into fresh new meals with these easy, family-friendly ideas perfect for the day after the feast.

This Traditional Green Bean Casserole is cooked on the smoker for an extra layer of rich, savory flavor. Tender French-style green beans, creamy mushroom sauce, and crispy fried onions come together in this timeless holiday side dish.

These Brown Sugar Honey Glazed Carrots are tender, buttery, and perfectly sweet—an easy side dish made right on the smoker or in the oven. Ideal for holidays, family dinners, or anytime you’re firing up the grill!

Enjoy true Southern comfort with this crispy Chicken Fried Steak made in a cast-iron skillet, complete with easy homemade country cream gravy. A classic Texas dinner everyone will love!

Make delicious jalapeño cheddar sourdough rolls in just one day! This easy recipe uses sourdough starter + yeast for soft, flavorful rolls with a spicy kick.