Recipes

You can find chicharrónes on the tables in Mexican, Filipino, Argentinian, Cuban, and Spanish, especially during special occasions. What is a chicharron? This dish begins with pork belly or rinds. --split-- Depending on your location, a chicharron may become pork belly with skin attached, and others only use pork rinds. In both cases, the skin receives a hardy helping of seasonings and is fried until crispy. --split-- What to Expect When it comes to flavor, chicharron packs a wallop. It is savory, rich, and sensual. After you recover from that first bite, you’ll notice the crispy texture married to soft...

Have you ever had spicy bacon jam? If not, you are in for a treat. The flavor profile is a little tricky to explain, but what I can tell you is this stuff makes a great indulgence. I’ve used it on tomahawk steaks, ribs, and even salmon. Talk about versatility! --split-- What Makes Spicy Bacon Jam Special? If you want a syrupy. smoky, and savory condiment, just reach for bacon jam. People love it for various reasons. The taste of spicy bacon jam is at the top of the attribute list. You get a little tang from vinegar, and sweetness...

Lamb is an often overlooked meat, but it’s got a lot going on! The flavor of lamb is slightly sweet and mild. There are earthy notes and a hint of gaminess. --split-- So what’s so great about racks of lamb? For one, it is tender and juicy. For another, it makes one impressive presentation that’s nothing short of elegant. And last, but not least, Lamb is a versatile meat. It pairs with a wide variety of herbs and spices (rubs) like those we make at CusoCuts, marinades, and sauces. You can pan-sear it, grill it, or roast it. --split-- Shopping...

Smoked prime rib is succulent, thanks to fantastic marbling. This steak cut comes from the cow's rib, so it hasn’t been overworked. This means tremendous tenderness. --split-- Whole prime ribs are big guys. You’ll want about a dozen people to consume it. The average weight is a hefty 12-16 lbs. When serving, offer two ribs per person. While you might only think of smoked prime rib as a holiday serving, it doesn’t have to be. Ask your butcher to cut the prime rib into a size suitable for your family. --split-- Tips: Shopping for Prime Rib Besides the size of...

hen you want to receive a stunning “WOW” from your guests, a Tomahawk steak is the cut for you. It is simply huge. The perfect tomahawk steak isn’t difficult to achieve. Just give it a little love with barbecue rub, and it’s good to go. --split-- What is Tomahawk Steak? A Tomahawk Steak, sometimes called a cowboy steak, is unique because the ribeye steak remains on a long rib bone. It really does look a bit like a tomahawk axe. When your mind is on a dramatic presentation, the tomahawk is an ideal centerpiece.  --split-- Getting to Know Your Steak...

I confess. I love making rack-of-lamb on the grill. While people seem to set it aside for special occasions, there’s no reason not to pull out some chops (you can cut them from the rack). You could also make something vibrant and texturally inviting, like Herb-Crusted Leg of Lamb. --split-- If you’re nervous about making a Grilled Rack of Lamb, it’s not really that hard. Grilling is an art, and at first, your jitters are normal. Just stick to a tried-and-true recipe, and you can’t really go wrong. --split-- What Is Rack of Lamb This product is an unsplit primal...

In 1964 the Anchor Bar & Grill in Buffalo began using Frank’s Hot Sauce for grilling chicken wings. A new sensation (Buffalo Wings) was born. --split-- But this hot sauce tastes great on all kinds of things, including pork ribs. --split-- In this recipe for Buffalo Pork Ribs, I combine Frank’s Sauce with a little brown sugar and a tasty Cuso’s all-natural rub for that sweet-heat balance. Then, a layer of smokiness rounds out a delicious main course.  --split-- Ingredients 2 slabs baby back pork ribs Olive oil ¼ cup Cuso’s Smoky Garlic Buffalo Seasoning 1 tbsp brown sugar (if...

If you like roasted vegetables, then you’ll like them fresh off the grill, too. This recipe for Southwest Grilled Vegetables has a Mexican-leaning edge that brings out bright, individual flavors. I’ve used one of my all-natural seasonings for this recipe: Southwest Sand. --split-- Some people prefer grilling vegetables over charcoal for smokiness. However, you can use a smoker just as easily. Plus, you can pick the vegetables you like the most and swap them out (or add to) the ingredient list. Got leftover veggies in the fridge? Cook them up! --split-- Options:  Vegetables that work great on the grill (besides...