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Recipes that include Jamaica jerk seasoning whether a dry spice rub or wet paste. The jerk flavor is used the traditional Jamaican way to make jerk chicken, but also with fish, lamb, beef, as well as many different vegetables.

Popular recipes using jerk seasoning include: Smoked Jerk Chicken, Jerk Red Snapper, Smoked Whole Cauliflower, and Jerk Fried Chicken but I like to sprinkle jerk spice on my fried plantains.

Grilling season for me is all year round. I'm not much for rain, but the elements generally do not stop me from that grill life, especially during football playoffs season. Big games are scheduled this winter weekend so I'll be pretending I'm vacationing in the islands with an ice cold Red Stripe Lager and these slow-smoked jerk ribs. Make this for your gameday experience or wait til the summer if you're not inclined to deal with the weather. Enjoy

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As part of this year’s Black History Month celebration, I’ve collaborated with several other amazing black food bloggers for our 2021 Black History Month Virtual Potluck Takeover.  Not only do we celebrate and honor the culinary traditions of people across the African diaspora, but we also share some historical context behind many of the dishes. My contribution this …

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Wow, mustard greens might be my new favorite leafy green vegetable. I’ve always been a collard greens man, but there’s something about the slightly peppery taste of mustard greens that just hits a little different. In many Southern households, mustard greens with bacon are a staple, especially during New Year's celebrations, symbolizing prosperity and good …

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I’ve jerked many different foods in my day, but this jerk steak is my first ever jerked beef recipe.  A tender, juicy ribeye steak is flavored with tangy, authentic Jamaican jerk sauce and grilled to perfection. A great steak merely requires a quality cut and flawless technique. There is nothing like a good ribeye, and …

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Indulge in the creamy richness of the best smoked mac and cheese, a delectable symphony of flavors that perfectly complement Prince's iconic music from "Sign of the Times" album. Each bite is a harmonious blend of smoky notes and cheesy goodness, taking your taste buds on a flavorful journey through time and music. Related Posts: …

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