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Tri-tip with mango salsa recipe

Chili-Rubbed Tri-Tip with Mango-Jalapeno Salsa

Tri-tip steak is a classic of California BBQ culture, first popularized in Santa Maria on California’s Central Coast. It’s since gone nationwide and is popular for grilling and roasting, although it might still be a newer cut for those on the East Coast. The triangular cut from the bottom sirloin […]

chipotle-cacao rubbed skillet sirloin filet

Chipotle-Cacao Rubbed Sirloin Filets

Sirloin filets are a ButcherBox favorite; it is one of our favorite steaks to cook because it is so quick and easy to grill or sear in cast iron, and always comes out tasting amazing. This recipe takes our sirloin filets to another level with a sweet and spicy rub […]

baked chicken in red dutch oven with potatoes

Recipe: How To Bake Chicken Using a Dutch Oven

There’s nothing like a juicy, fall-apart tender roast chicken. One great way to achieve perfect crispy baked whole chicken? A Dutch oven. The Dutch oven—a heavy-bottomed pot that works wonders distributing heat evenly around your food—is the perfect vessel for roasting whole chicken. Here’s why. A Dutch oven allows you […]

butcherbox gift box

The Ultimate Kitchen Gadget Gift Guide

The season of gifting has arrived! If you’re wondering what to get that special home cook in your life, we’ve got great ideas thanks to some of our friends. Surprise them with one (or some!) of these must-have gadgets that make time spent in the kitchen even better. And if you decide to treat yourself—we won’t tell. The Lodge Pan Scraper It’s no secret—most of us prefer cooking as […]

thanksgiving outdoors

A Fresh Take on Thanksgiving: Celebrating Outdoors 

This fall, outdoor gatherings are extending well beyond tailgating. Depending on the weather where you live, having Thanksgiving outside might not be a new tradition at all. For others, it’s a big change. If your get-together is looking and feeling a little different, the food you serve might, too. An outdoor Thanksgiving calls for […]

pumpkin spice chicken recipe

Roasted Pumpkin Spice Chicken Thighs

These chicken thighs are sure to be a hit at Friendsgiving. This recipe calls for the season’s favorite pumpkin spice, bacon that can’t be beaten, and a little bit of patience. But your guests will be very thankful for the effort you put into this seasonal dish.  

a pile of buffalo chicken wings

How to Bake Chicken Wings At Home

Whether it’s game day or just a Tuesday night, crispy chicken wings are always satisfying. This staple made its claim to fame in the 1980s when American bar owners saw the newly inexpensive meat as an opportunity to salt up and promote beer sales. And you may think you require […]