Ready to throw the ultimate summer BBQ? Get inspired with our lineup of sizzling crowd-pleasers, from melt-in-your-mouth fall-off-the-bone ribs you can make in your oven to creamy crockpot mac and cheese, classic baked beans, and show-stopping summer desserts. Whether you’re craving smoky, sticky ribs, crave-worthy sides, or no-bake treats, these easy BBQ recipes guarantee your cookout is a hit. Fire up your appetite and discover your next BBQ favorites—your grill (and your guests) will thank you!

Make Fall Off The Bone Ribs In Your Oven

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Make Fall Off The Bone Ribs In Your Oven – Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Get your napkins ready when you make these super tender pork ribs with a sweet maple dry rub in your oven. These easy to make bbq pork ribs always turn out perfect and literally fall off the bone every time. What makes these ribs, so good is the low heat and slow cooking process combined with my maple spice mix as a rub. This easy recipe gives you tender meat every time. >> Learn How: Make Fall Off The Bone Ribs In Your Oven

Choose One Of My 3 Rib Rub Recipe

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After you have picked your rub, pour 1 cup of spice rub into a small bowl. Place the ribs on a large cutting board, meaty side up. Gently shake the dry rub on the ribs, being sure to cover the top side completely. Next, massage the rub into the ribs. I like to use rubber gloves when rubbing down my ribs. >> Learn More Below: Choose One Of My 3 Rib Rub Recipe

Learn The Secret Wrap

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Pull out a large sheet of parchment paper, big enough to completely wrap your slab of ribs. Place your seasoned ribs in the middle of the parchment paper. >> Learn How: Learn The Secret Wrap

The Second Wrap

Wrapping pork ribs and parchment paper and then aluminum foil
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Next, get a large sheet of heavy-duty aluminum foil, large enough to wrap the ribs completely. Place the parchment-covered rack of ribs in the center of the foil. Carefully fold the foil, forming a tight seal around the rack of ribs. Allow the ribs to sit for 30 minutes to infuse the rub’s flavor into your meat. >> Learn How: The Second Wrap

Baking Ribs In The Oven So They Fall Off The Bone

Pork ribs ready to go into the oven that have been wrapped in foil
Baking Ribs In The Oven So They Fall Off The Bone – Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Place the wrapped rack of ribs on a large baking sheet. If your cut of ribs has a good bit of fat, use a baking dish with at least 2-inch sides, just in case the juice from the ribs seeps out while cooking. Place your ribs on the middle position rack of a preheated 275-degree oven. Go to Intentional Hospitality for complete instructions. >> Get The Full Recipe: Baking Ribs In The Oven So They Fall Off The Bone

Bacon and Whiskey BBQ Sauce

Bacon and Whiskey BBQ Sauce. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This step is optional. The ribs are great when seasoned with just the dry rub, but if you like saucy ribs, follow these steps. To sauce the ribs, unwrap the ribs just enough to expose the rack’s top. Cover the ribs with your favorite BBQ sauce with a BBQ sauce brush. I like using my homemade Bacon and Whiskey BBQ Sauce. >> Get The Full Recipe: Bacon and Whiskey BBQ Sauce

Bold and Smoky Texas BBQ Rib Rub

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Bold and Smoky Texas BBQ Rub Recipe – Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This Texas BBQ Rub recipe is an easy way to turn ordinary barbecue into extraordinary!  This classic Texas-style combination of spices, salt, and sugar is a surefire way to make your grilled meats a star.  The rub infuses a sweet, savory flavor and helps form a coveted crunchy crust.  Best of all, it’s easy to make!  This BBQ rub is a great seasoning for all kinds of meats such as briskets, pork ribs, pork butt, beef ribs, chicken, and prime rib. >> Get The Recipe: Bold and Smokey Dry Rub Recipe

BBQ Coffee Dry Rub For Ribs

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BBQ Coffee Dry Rub Recipe – Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Easy BBQ Coffee Dry Rub Recipe for Ribs, Steak, Pork & Brisket is the perfect rub for kicking up your vegetables and meats when grilling.  It infuses your taste buds with a sweet slightly nutty flavor and can be kicked up with some heat if you double up on the cayenne pepper. >> Get The Recipe: BBQ Coffee Dry Rub Recipe

Sweet Maple Dry Rub For Ribs

Maple dry rub
Sweet Maple Dry Rub Recipe – Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

If you want a great dry rub recipe for ribs, you need to mix up this Award Winning Dry Rub For Ribs. This homemade dry rub has a sweet maple-infused flavor with savory spices and just a touch of heat. Friends and family will say you are a pit master with this award-winning dry rub for ribs at your next BBQ. >> Get The Recipe: Sweet Maple Dry Rub Recipe

Free Printable Labels For Gifting Homemade Dry Rubs

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If you need a gift for someone special in your life who loves to grill, give them a jar of homemade maple dry rub and help them become one of the best pit masters. >> Get The Free Printable: Homemade Rub For A Gift Labels

Boston Baked Beans Crockpot Recipe

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The best homemade slow cooker Boston baked beans are made with molasses, brown sugar, and plenty of chunks of bacon for an unforgettable flavor and perfect texture. Easily cooked in the Crock Pot, this easy recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and bubbles away all afternoon. Sweet, savory beans are easier than you thought, and come together perfectly every time. >> Get The Full Recipe: Boston Baked Beans Crockpot Recipe

Easy Crockpot Mac and Cheese

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This crockpot mac and cheese recipe will become a family favorite. There’s nothing like the creamy, cheesy goodness of digging into a hearty helping of homemade mac and cheese. It’s especially delicious when it’s cooked in the slow cooker, mostly because it requires almost no effort. The hardest part is cooking the pasta.  > Get The Full Recipe: Easy Crockpot Mac and Cheese

Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans

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Here is the perfect side dish for your next potluck, BBQ, or summer party – slow-cooked sweet and savory bourbon baked beans. This yummy recipe features a medley of flavors, including sweet barbecue sauce, crispy bacon, brown sugar, and a touch of your favorite bourbon. Best part, it’s super easy to make with minimal cleanup. > Get The Full Recipe: Bacon and Bourbon Baked Beans

Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole Copycat

cracker barrel hash brown
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This hash brown casserole copycat recipe is made with thawed hash browns, sour cream, cream of chicken soup, onion, and cheddar cheese and can be prepared in the oven or slow cooker. It is the perfect side dish for any meal, and the whole family will love it. >> Get The Full Recipe: Cracker Barrel Hashbrown Casserole

Grilled Corn Recipe

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Nothing says summer like grilling and corn on the cob, so this Grilled Corn In Husk with a BBQ coffee rub is the essence of summer flavors all combined with the punch of coffee, grilled bbq flavors, and a pinch of heat. >> Get The Full Recipe: Grilled Corn Recipe

Corn Salad

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Corn Salad – Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

I love serving this corn salad over a bed of lettuce. I’m going to show you how to recreate the popular fresh corn salsa from Chipotle Mexican Grill at home with this easy step-by-step recipe. It’s perfect for topping your favorite Mexican recipes, such as tacos, burritos, and nacho casserole, or the perfect appetizer: corn salsa and chips.  >> Get The Full Recipe: Corn Salad

Classic Chili Hot Dog Topping Recipe

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Classic Chili Hot Dog Topping Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Take your hot dogs to the next level with this beer-infused chili. Loaded with beef, black-eyed peas, and bold spices—it’s a BBQ crowd-pleaser.
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Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe

A bowl of creamy macaroni and cheese with green peas, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, served in a white dish on a yellow surface.
Classic Macaroni Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

This crowd-pleasing macaroni salad is a fast favorite—whip it up in minutes and serve chilled alongside all your grilled favorites.
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Easy Sloppy Joes Recipe

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This homemade sloppy joes recipe has a sweet and tangy sauce that is incredibly easy to prepare and simmer in your slow cooker. It’s a great main dish recipe for busy weeknights, church potlucks, or a casual party with friends.
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The Best BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe

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The Best BBQ Chicken Wings Recipe. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Craving finger-licking wings without the hassle? These zesty 3-ingredient BBQ chicken wings come together in a snap and pack bold flavor—perfect for your 4th of July spread.
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Tart Cherry Pie

A freshly baked cherry pie with a golden-brown lattice crust on top, sitting on a textured white surface. The edges of the crust are crimped, and some cherry filling is visible between the lattice.
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An old-fashioned Tart Cherry Pie made easy by using tapioca! Topped with a gorgeous lattice this homemade pie is perfect for summer!
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Whiskey Steak Marinade for BBQs

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Whiskey Steak Marinade for BBQs. Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

Fire up the grill and treat your guests to a steak infused with smoky whiskey goodness. This marinade creates juicy, flavorful steaks that scream summer celebration.
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Zesty Macaroni Salad Recipe

A large bowl filled with creamy macaroni salad, featuring corn, red kidney beans, chopped peppers, and herbs. A lime wedge and wooden spice bowls are in the background, with another bowl of salad slightly out of focus.
Zesty Macaroni Salad Recipe. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Bring some fiesta to your feast with this colorful macaroni salad. It’s creamy, crunchy, and packs just the right amount of heat for a standout side.
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BBQ Pulled Pork Sliders

Pork sliders on Hawaiian buns with extra barbecue sauce and melted cheese
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The recipe takes you through the steps of preparing the shredded pulled pork sliders. There is also a secret sandwich sauce that adds a delightful creamy flavor, perfectly complementing the meat. The best part is this is an easy make-ahead.
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Fresh Apple Slaw

A person pours a bowl of yellow dressing over a colorful salad in a glass bowl. The salad contains kale, red cabbage, carrots, and apple slices. A striped cloth is visible beside the bowl on the white surface.
Fresh Apple Slaw. Photo credit: Intentional Hospitality

Fresh, vibrant, and ready in minutes, this apple slaw combines crisp apples, crunchy cabbage, and a zesty homemade dressing for the perfect side dish. Whether for a busy weeknight or a family gathering, this easy recipe will brighten up any meal!
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Free Printable BBQ Decorations

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 How-To: Tap the button below. Add the BBQ Party Pack to your cart. Go to your cart and enter the discount code, Free Discount Code: EMAILFREEBIE Checkout, and I will send you your FREE printable right to your inbox! >> Get Your Freebie: BBQ Party Pack

Classic Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers

A close-up of a creamy dessert in a glass bowl, topped with crumbled biscuits, with a silver spoon partially inserted into it. A small portion of the dessert is served in a glass next to the bowl on a gray surface.
Banana Pudding. Image Credit: Butter and Baggage

This Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers is a classic Southern dessert that’s creamy, rich, and layered with fresh bananas and crunchy wafers. Perfect for any occasion. > Get The Full Recipe: Banana Pudding with Vanilla Wafers

No-Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake

A plate with a slice of pink strawberry dessert topped with whipped cream, a strawberry slice, and a mint leaf sits in the foreground. In the background, a glass dish filled with more of the same dessert shows additional strawberries and whipped cream on top. Fresh strawberries and a pink striped cloth are also visible.
Dreamy No-Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake – Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

This beautiful Strawberry Angel Food Cake dessert recipe is so easy to make. Plus, it’s a no-bake recipe with only 4 basic ingredients: angel food cake, jello, whipped topping, and fresh strawberries. > Get The Full Recipe Now: Dreamy No-Bake Strawberry Angel Food Cake

No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie

Five mini orange creamsicle pies are arranged on a white surface. Each pie has a graham cracker crust, smooth orange filling, a dollop of whipped cream, and a slice of orange on top. An orange and white cloth is partially visible on the left side.
No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie – Image Credit: Intentional Hospitality

If you need a quick, no-bake dessert, this easy-to-make three-ingredient Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie will surely be a hit with friends and family. > Get The Full Recipe Now: No-Bake Orange Creamsicle Jello Pie

Make a Splash: 17 Irresistible Seafood Recipes

Jump into flavor with our mouth-watering, easy seafood recipes, from creamy seafood dips and finger-licking buttery sauces to classic seafood boils that will heighten any gathering. Whether you’re hosting a backyard cookout or a beachside picnic, these delectable recipes are sure to make a splash and leave your guests craving more. >> Get All The Recipes: 17 Irresistible Seafood Recipes