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Give Backyard Barbecues a Boost with Easy Crowd-Pleasers
Last Updated on August 31, 2025 by Daily News Staff

Give Backyard Barbecues a Boost with Easy Crowd-Pleasers
(Family Features) Classic burgers and hot dogs might get the spotlight during backyard barbecues, but tasty sides and twists on tradition are what take your cookout to the next level. Since no meal is complete without Bush’s Baked Beans, chef James Briscione turns to these hearty Hamburger Baked Beans, which provide a twist on a cookout favorite with seasoned ground beef combined with baked beans. Simply cook ground beef with onions then add ketchup, mustard and baked beans, stirring everything together until heated through. With their sweet and savory flavor, Bush’s Baked Beans perfectly complement whatever is on the table, whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or heading to a neighborhood potluck. They make it easy to bring big flavor and a dish that everyone will enjoy – no extra prep required. Varieties like Original and Brown Sugar Hickory are musts for your next cookout, and the Vegetarian version makes Briscione’s go-to Grilled Chile Rellenos a new grilling favorite. It’s an easy vegetarian recipe with some zing, as poblano chiles are stuffed with baked beans, peppers and onions then covered with cheese and grilled. “Bush’s Baked Beans bring a depth of flavor and texture that works with anything on the grill,” Briscione said. “They hold their own next to barbecue and can also be the base for easy, delicious dishes that bring people together.” To complete your cookout and please potluck crowds with more delicious recipes, visit bushbeans.com.
Hamburger Baked Beans
Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 5 minutes Servings: 4- 1/2-1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 small onion, diced
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 teaspoon spicy mustard
- 28 ounces Bush’s Original Baked Beans
- In skillet over medium heat, cook ground beef with onion.
- Drain fat. Add ketchup, mustard and baked beans. Stir together until heated through.

Grilled Chile Rellenos
Prep time: 20 minutes Cook time: 40 minutes Servings: 6- 6 large poblano chiles
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 medium onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 jalapenos, seeded and chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 can (28 ounces) Bush’s Vegetarian Baked Beans, drained
- 1 1/2 teaspoons hot sauce
- 12 ounces pepper jack or Monterey Jack cheese, coarsely grated, divided
- salt, to taste
- freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Cut poblano chiles in half lengthwise to create boats for filling; scrape out seeds.
- In nonstick skillet, heat olive oil.
- Add onion, garlic, jalapenos, red bell pepper, cilantro and cumin; cook over medium heat until golden brown, about 4 minutes.
- Remove pan from heat and stir in vegetarian baked beans, hot sauce and 8 ounces cheese. Add salt and pepper, to taste.
- Spoon mixture into hollowed chiles and sprinkle with remaining cheese.
- Preheat grill to medium heat.
- Arrange chiles on grill away from heat. Cook until chiles are tender and cheese is browned and bubbling, 30-40 minutes.
- Remove from grill and serve.
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Easy Game Day Sliders Recipe: Simple Salami Sliders for Tailgating
Make game day easy with Simple Salami Sliders. This quick recipe uses everyday ingredients for delicious tailgating food ready in just 25 minutes.

Easy Game Day Sliders Recipe: Simple Salami Sliders for Tailgating
Keep Your Focus on the Action with an Easy Game Day Winner
(Family Features) When spicy dips and saucy wings sound a little too overwhelming for your next game day gathering, turn to a simple yet still delicious solution. These Simple Salami Sliders can make game day planning a breeze with pregame ease and just a few everyday ingredients for the perfect snack at kickoff. Find more tailgating and homegating recipes at Culinary.net.
Simple Salami Sliders
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6- 1 package slider buns
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 slices salami
- 8 slices ham or other deli meat
- 1 stick butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- everything bagel seasoning (optional)
- Heat oven to 350 F.
- Halve slider buns, creating top and bottom portions. Set top portion aside, leaving bottom portion in original container. Place bottom portion and container in baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer Swiss cheese, salami and ham then cover with top buns.
- Mix melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Parmesan cheese, onion powder and garlic powder. Pour over sliders.
- Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes then remove foil, sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning, if desired, and bake, uncovered, 10 minutes.
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A Comfort Food Classic
Last Updated on December 5, 2025 by Daily News Staff

A Comfort Food Classic
(Culinary.net) ’Tis the season for comfort foods, and this recipe with crumbled bacon and cubed potatoes smothered in melted cheddar cheese is sure to satisfy. Find more meal ideas at Culinary.net.Watch video to see how to make this recipe!

Cheesy Baked Potato Casserole
- 5 pounds red potatoes, cubed
- 1 pound bacon, cooked and crumbled
- 1 pound cheddar cheese, cubed
- 16 ounces shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1 tablespoon minced chives
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- Heat oven to 325° F.
- In large bowl, combine potatoes and bacon.
- In separate large bowl, combine cheese, onion, mayonnaise, sour cream, chives, salt and pepper. Add to potato and bacon mixture until combined.
- Pour into 9-by-13-inch baking dish. Bake 50-60 minutes until browned and bubbly.
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Easy, Elegant Charcuterie Boards for Effortless Holiday Hosting
Create stunning charcuterie boards with sommelier-approved wine pairings for stress-free holiday hosting. Get 3 easy recipes featuring prosciutto, genoa salame, and capocollo with perfect cheese and wine matches.

Easy, Elegant Charcuterie Boards for Effortless Holiday Hosting
(Family Features) When holiday occasions call for you to don your hosting cap, skip complicated appetizers and hors d’oeuvres to instead serve sustainable charcuterie with sommelier-approved wine pairings. After all, simplicity can still equal premium flavor with the right meats, cheeses and libations. It doesn’t take a hosting expert or pairing professional to create a spread that’s as memorable as it is delicious. Charcuterie boards made with just a few ingredients can start the festivities on a high note by wowing loved ones with your pairing prowess. Amaze your guests (and even yourself) by starting with heritage breed pork in small-batch artisanal production from Niman Ranch, whose independent family farmers and ranchers raise all animals with no antibiotics or added hormones ever. Their commitment to humane practices and sustainability leads to the exceptional flavor and tenderness your crowd craves and can taste in every bite. Match the selection of meats – like prosciutto, genoa salame or capocollo in these recipes – with complementary cheeses and accents such as crostini, olives or even thyme-infused honey for an extra special touch. Finally, find the perfect bottle of wine for each board to round out a palate-pleasing spread that suits each guest’s preferred pairing profile. With flavor, sustainability and a personal touch, charcuterie can bring holiday occasions to life for you and your loved ones. Visit NimanRanch.com to find more seasonal inspiration and charcuterie solutions.
Prosciutto, Sottocenere and Aligote
- Niman Ranch Prosciutto
- Firm cheese, such as Sottocenere
- Toasted crostini
- Aligote wine

Genoa Salame, Vintage Grand Ewe and Syrah
- Niman Ranch Genoa Salame
- Aged, firm sheep’s cheese, such as Vintage Grand Ewe
- Olives
- Syrah wine

Capocollo, Aged Cheddar, Thyme Honey and Txakoli
- Niman Ranch Capocollo
- Aged sharp cheddar cheese
- Thyme-infused honey
- Txakoli wine
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