Available for a limited time, Sonny’s is bringing fresh, seasonal ingredients to its famous BBQ

ORLANDO, Fla. /PRNewswire/ — Sonny’s BBQ, the industry-leading BBQ restaurant rooted in quality food, hospitality and spreading kindness, is introducing a limited-time spring menu that combines bold flavors and seasonal ingredients crafted by Head Pitmaster Shannon Snell. Starting March 3, the mouthwatering lineup is packed with sweet peach flavors paired with smokey BBQ to create a lineup that can’t be missed, and marks the return of two Sonny’s signature dishes in response to guest requests.

“Sonny’s spring seasonal menu pulls on core memories for me,” shared Snell. “The first time I had peach barbecue sauce was at a small barbecue joint in Tampa, right around the corner from the gym I went to growing up. They smothered it over chicken, creating a melting pot of flavors that stuck with me for years.  I wanted to bring that same unforgettable experience to our guests with a fresh, Sonny’s twist. There’s something about the rich, juicy flavor of Georgia peaches that pairs perfectly with our signature dishes.”

Snell along with the network of Sonny’s expert Pitmasters wove their roots of slow-cooked to perfection dishes with innovation that puts guest preference on the spring menu. Highlights include:

APPETIZERS

• Cheese Curds: TILLAMOOK® CHEDDAR CHEESE CURDS tossed in dry rub, served with Smokin’ Ranch
• Seasonal Wings: smoked wings tossed in a tangy Golden BBQ or Sweet Peach BBQ Sauce

SANDWICHES

• Brisket Grilled Cheese (RETURNING FAVORITE): chopped brisket, queso, and cheddar cheese on garlic bread
• Chicken Tender Sandwich: jumbo chicken tenders, tossed in Sonny’s Golden BBQ Sauce, loaded with pickles on garlic bread

ENTREES

• Sweet Peach BBQ Chicken: introducing the Sweet Peach BBQ sauced and grilled chicken to the menu, served with two Sidekicks and garlic bread

PREMIUM SIDES 

• Hot Link Mac & Cheese: signature Mac & Cheese, topped with chopped Hot Links, dry-rub, cornbread crumble and a drizzle of Sweet Sauce
• Onion Rings: thick-cut sweet onions, beer battered, fried to a crispy golden finish and seasoned with Sonny’s signature dry-rub.

DESSERTS 

• Peach Cobbler Egg Rolls (RETURNING FAVORITE): homemade Peach Cobbler, stuffed in an egg roll, deep fried to perfection, and served with whipped cream

SAUCES

• Golden BBQ: rich and tangy mustard-based sauce with a hint of sweetness
• Peach BBQ: vibrant peach flavored sweet BBQ sauce

Sonny’s BBQ invites guests to try the new seasonal menu and savor the flavors of spring. The lineup of new items, along with returning favorites, has something for everyone to enjoy – whether you’re a longtime Sonny’s fan or discovering Sonny’s as your new go-to BBQ spot.

Guests can also join the Sonny’s BBQ loyalty program to get more value of every bite. First-time guests get $5 off an entree and start gaining points for sizzlin’ deals.

To learn more about Sonny’s BBQ, visit SonnysBBQ.com and follow along on Facebook, Instagram and TikTok. Franchise opportunities can be found at https://sonnysbbqfranchise.com/. 

About Sonny’s BBQ
With nearly 100 locations spanning the southeast, Sonny’s BBQ® is one of the largest barbecue restaurant brands in the country. Its signature pulled pork, sweet tea, and unique appetizers have afforded the restaurant the title of “Best Barbecue Chain in America” by The Daily Meal. Floyd “Sonny” Tillman and his wife, Lucille, founded Sonny’s BBQ in 1968 in Gainesville, Fla. in hopes of creating a local BBQ joint for their community to enjoy. 55 years later, Sonny’s BBQ continues to do just that under the direction of CEO Jamie Yarmuth and local pitmasters spreading the spirit of BBQ in each of their communities through the ‘Q the Kindness and Random Acts of BBQ initiatives. The brand gives back more than $1.2 million annually across the eight states it serves, and reaches tens of thousands of community members with its generosity. Sonny’s BBQ is a leader in the hospitality industry with its commitment to creating unique consumer experiences, ability and willingness to utilize cutting-edge technology, and network of successful franchisee relationships. For more information, online ordering and to find the Sonny’s BBQ location closest to you, please visit www.SonnysBBQ.com or download the new Sonny’s BBQ mobile app.

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Celebrate the holiday with tasty desserts and time with family

(Family Features) Sweet, delicious treats make Easter celebrations magical, putting the final touch on brunch, lunch or dinner gatherings. Whether your crowd enjoys the sweet-tart combination of fruit-infused cakes, mini bundts with personalized decorations or rich, creamy cheesecake, the dessert table is sure to be popular.

Blueberry Lemon Bundt Cake and Carrot Cheesecake from “Cookin’ Savvy” are perfect desserts for sharing with loved ones, made with little effort and a lot of love. You can even let little ones help in the kitchen with Fun Mini Easter Bundts by allowing their creativity to run wild – just hand over the icing and chocolate toppers then watch the artistry unfold.

To ensure your feast goes off without a hitch, create these tempting cakes the day before for a no-hassle Easter.

Find more ways to elevate Easter celebrations with food by visiting Culinary.net.

Blueberry Lemon Bundt Cake

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Yield: 1 cake

• 1 pint fresh blueberries, rinsed
• 1 box lemon cake mix
• 1 stick butter, melted
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk

Glaze:

• 3 tablespoons melted butter
• 1 cup powdered sugar
• 3 tablespoons milk

1. Heat oven to 350 F.
2. Grease bundt pan and place rinsed blueberries in bottom. Mix cake mix, butter, eggs and milk; pour on top of blueberries. Bake 35 minutes. Let cool and remove from pan.
3. To make glaze: Mix butter, sugar and milk then pour over cake.

Fun Mini Easter Bundts

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Yield: 24 mini bundts

• 1 box confetti cake mix
• 1 stick butter, melted
• 4 eggs
• 1 cup milk

Chocolate Toppers:

• 1 cup each color melting chips of desired colors
• silicone Easter candy molds of desired shapes
• 1 pouch ready-made green icing

1. Heat oven to 350 F.
2. Mix cake mix, butter, eggs and milk. Pour into greased mini bundt pan and bake 20-25 minutes. Let cool and remove from pan.
3. To make chocolate toppers: In bowl for each color, melt melting chips in 1-minute intervals in microwave until thoroughly melted. Pour into baggies and snip corner. Pipe melted chips into molds and freeze 15-20 minutes. Pipe green icing onto mini bundt cakes for “grass” then place chocolate mold pieces on top.

Substitution: Save time on toppers by replacing with store-bought chocolate bunnies, eggs, crosses or marshmallow bunnies.

Carrot Cheesecake

Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy”
Yield: 1 cake

Cake:

• 1 box spice cake mix
• 1 cup grated carrot
• 1 cup coconut
• 4 eggs
• 1 stick butter, melted
• 2/3 cup vanilla Greek yogurt

Cheesecake:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• 1/2 cup powdered sugar

Topping:

• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1/2 cup chopped white chocolate chips

1. Heat oven to 350 F.
2. To make cake: Mix cake mix with carrot and coconut. Using hand mixer, blend in eggs, butter and yogurt. Pour mixture into greased springform pan and bake 30 minutes. Let completely cool in pan.
3. To make cheesecake: Using hand mixer, whip whipping cream and sugar to form whipped cream and set aside.
4. Using hand mixer, whip cream cheese, vanilla and powdered sugar. Add in whipped cream and mix. Pour onto completely cooled carrot cake in springform pan. Let set in refrigerator at least 4 hours or overnight before unspringing pan.
5. For topping: Sprinkle chopped nuts and chocolate chips on cake before serving.

Tip: For extra festive appearance, add desired Easter candy on top.

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(Family Features) When it comes to sit-down family meals, one thing is for certain: It feels like you never have enough time. With your hectic schedule – full days at school and work, afternoon sports practices for the kiddos and plans with friends on the weekends – preparing a home cooked meal everyone will love can be daunting.

Busy Families

However, that time together in the kitchen and at the table is valuable. It offers an opportunity to bond through shared meals and gives kids a chance to learn life skills, such as measuring ingredients, simple cooking methods and properly seasoning favorite dishes. Dining at home also promotes healthier eating habits like portion control.

By rethinking your approach to home cooking, you can bring back family meals for those special moments together. Call your loved ones together and plan for fresh, homemade recipes with these easy steps.

Plan the Menu in Advance
Thinking about the week (or two) ahead can help avoid last-minute decisions to hit the drive thru. Pick a day – many families opt for Sunday evenings – you can sit down together and schedule meals for the upcoming week. If you can, try and plan dishes little ones can help with so the whole family can get involved. Make sure everyone feels included by allowing each member of the family to pick a recipe for the week. Be flexible and keep in mind plans may change. Try to plan at least one recipe you can make in 30 minutes or less so you can be prepared for the unexpected, and remember to take advantage of hands-off cooking methods like the slow cooker.

Use Ready-to-Cook Ingredients
With fresh, flavorful ingredients from The Little Potato Company, busy families have more options to choose from for meals the whole family will love. For easy and delicious oven-roasted or grilled potatoes, A Little Garlic & Parmesan Oven or Grill Ready Little Potatoes deliver a classic garlic and cheese flavor. Perfect for those seeking plant-based options, they’re an easy side to serve with your favorite main courses.

Grocery Shop Online
If the thought of hunting the store aisles for that one missing ingredient keeps you awake at night, online grocery shopping can save you the time and hassle. While meal planning for the week, jot down a list of each ingredient you’ll need for those recipes then add everything to your digital cart in minutes. Some stores and services even offer delivery so you can collect groceries right off your front porch. An added bonus: Shopping online means you can mindfully plan your shopping list with groceries you actually need.

Take Advantage of Quick Cooking Methods
On those hectic evenings when you don’t even have time to let the oven preheat, look to the microwave for salvation. Combining the sweetness of honey with a little heat from chili, A Little Hot Honey Microwave Ready Little Potatoes provide a pop of flavor that’s ready in minutes. Simply heat the potatoes in the microwavable tray for 5 minutes, sprinkle on the hot honey seasoning pack and enjoy. Because they come pre-washed, require no peeling and are small enough they don’t need to be cut, you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time around the table.

Ask for Help in the Kitchen
Even the simplest of recipes is bound to require a little work in the kitchen. Make cooking at home a family affair by asking loved ones to help set the table, put away leftovers and wash dishes so you can focus on conversation instead of cleanup.

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Visit littlepotatoes.com to find a store near you and more quick, convenient family meal solutions.

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