Easy No-Bake Strawberry Pie
This easy strawberry pie combines pie filling, fresh strawberries, and homemade whipped cream in a graham cracker crust. The perfect no-bake summer dessert.
Entertaining
You love good food, but you love feeding others even more. Whether you’re hosting family, friends, or the whole neighborhood, we’ve got inspiration to make every gathering unforgettable. From festive table settings and easy party foods to creative ways to keep guests entertained, these ideas will help you plan, prep, and present like a pro. Hosting just got a whole lot more fun—pun intended!
How to Plan a Backyard BBQ for 20+ People: A Complete Timeline
Hosting a crowd? This BBQ timeline walks you from two weeks out to serving time — nothing forgotten, everything hot.
The Ultimate Texas 4th of July Cookout
Plan the ultimate Texas 4th of July with grilled meats, smoked favorites, patriotic desserts, backyard decorating ideas, and entertaining tips.
From Backyard Hobby to BBQ Blog
The story behind Backyard Texas Grill — how a love of backyard cooking and Texas BBQ became a blog worth following. Meet the pitmaster.
Texas Trash Pie
Texas Trash Pie is loaded with chocolate, pecans, pretzels, coconut, and caramel in a flaky crust — a sweet-and-salty Texas dessert classic.
How to Feed a Crowd at a Backyard Graduation Party
Easy tips and crowd-pleasing recipes for feeding guests at a backyard graduation party: grilled meats, easy sides, and desserts.
The Ultimate Backyard Fiesta: Cinco de Mayo Menu Ideas
Plan the perfect backyard Cinco de Mayo fiesta — fajitas, salsas, festive drinks, and Texas-style Mexican food ideas for the whole crowd.
Texas Comfort Food Recipes for Family & Gatherings
Warm, hearty Texas comfort meals perfect for cold nights — from smoked soups and chilis to casseroles and cozy family favorites.
Smoked Appetizers & Party Foods
The best smoked appetizers for your next BBQ or party — pig shots, stuffed jalapeños, smoked dips, and more crowd-pleasing bites.
Valentine’s Date Night: Texas-Style Meals Worth Staying In For
Skip the restaurant — these Texas-style Valentine’s Day meals are worth staying in for. Steak, sides, and desserts to impress at home.