A Smokin’ Christmas Feast for Your Family

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Grillers gold blog a prime rib on a wooden cutting board with rosemary sprigs and two ramekins of red spices

Hey there, grill masters and smoke enthusiasts!

Christmas is just around the corner, and you know what that means—time to bring out the big guns. Forget the standard holiday meal this year; let’s fire up the grill and wow your family with a feast they’ll be raving about into the New Year.

This isn’t just any holiday meal. Nope. This is smoke-infused perfection. Grab your Grillers Gold Premium BBQ Pellets, and let’s create a Christmas feast that Santa himself would stick around for!

Grillers gold raw prime rib on a cutting board with onion, garlic and rosemary ready for a smokin Christmas feast

The Main Dish Showstopper: Smoked Prime Rib Roast

If you’ve never smoked a prime rib, you’re in for a treat. This is the kind of centerpiece that will have your guests ooh-ing and ahh-ing before they even take a bite.

Here’s how to do it:

  1. Pick your pellets: For prime rib, I recommend Grillers Gold Smokeshack Blend Pellets. They bring a bold, hearty smoke that pairs beautifully with beef.
  2. Season like a pro: Rub your roast with a mix of kosher salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and fresh rosemary. (Pro tip: Let the seasoning sit overnight in the fridge to really lock in the flavor.)
  3. Smoke it low and slow: Set your grill to 225°F and smoke the prime rib until it reaches an internal temp of 120°F for medium-rare (or your preferred doneness). This usually takes about 35-40 minutes per pound.
  4. The reverse sear trick: Once you hit the target temp, crank up the heat to 500°F and sear the roast for 5-10 minutes to get that crispy, caramelized crust. (Need more info on reverse sear? Check out our previous blog for tips and tricks here.)

Serve it with a drizzle of horseradish cream or au jus, and trust me—no one will miss the ham this year.

Bacon wrapped dates for the Christmas Grillers Gold smokin blog on a slate cutting board

Festive Appetizers: Start with a Bang

While your roast is smoking, let’s get the party started with some easy, crowd-pleasing apps:

  • Bacon-Wrapped Dates: Sweet, salty, and smoky perfection. Wrap dates in bacon, secure with toothpicks, and smoke with Grillers Gold Fruitwood Pellets until the bacon is crispy.
  • Smoked Cheese Dip: Combine cream cheese, shredded cheddar, and a little beer (yes, beer!) in a cast-iron skillet. Smoke it until melty and gooey. Serve with pretzels or toasted baguette slices.
  • Smoked Salmon Crostini: Smoke a fillet of salmon with our Grillers Gold Cherry Pellets, then flake it onto crostini with cream cheese, dill, and a squeeze of lemon. Easy and elegant!
Scalloped potatoes for the Grillers Gold Christmas feast. Nestled in a cast iron skillet sitting on a wood surface

Holiday Sides with a Smoky Twist

Why should the main dish have all the fun? Let’s give your sides a little smoky love too.

  • Smoked Scalloped Potatoes: Layer thinly sliced potatoes with cream, cheese, and garlic in a baking dish, then smoke until bubbly and golden.
  • Brussels Sprouts with Bacon: Toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and chopped bacon. Smoke them in a grill basket until caramelized and crispy.
  • Smoked Cranberry Sauce: Yes, you can smoke your cranberry sauce! Cook fresh cranberries with sugar and orange juice, then pop the pan on the grill for 30 minutes.

Sweet Endings: Dessert on the Grill

Don’t stop now—we’re taking dessert to the grill, too!

  • Smoked Bread Pudding with Whiskey Sauce: Cube some day-old bread and mix it with a custard of eggs, cream, and sugar. Smoke it with Grillers Gold Fruitwood Blend Pellets, then drizzle with a warm whiskey caramel sauce.
  • Smoked Chocolate Lava Cakes: Prep your favorite chocolate lava cake batter, pour into ramekins, and smoke for 10-12 minutes. Serve with a dusting of powdered sugar or a scoop of ice cream.
Wooden thermometer sitting in the snow with snow falling around it

Winter Grilling Tips: Master the Chill

Grilling in winter? You bet! Here’s how to make it seamless:

  1. Insulate your grill: A grill blanket or welding blanket works wonders to keep your heat steady.
  2. Keep your pellets dry: Moisture is the enemy, so store your Grillers Gold Pellets in a sealed container.
  3. Plan ahead: Winter grilling takes a little longer, so factor in some extra time to get your grill up to temp and maintain it.
  4. Check your fuel: Cold weather means your grill may burn through pellets faster. Keep extra Grillers Gold bags handy—because nothing says “Grinch” like running out of smoke mid-meal!
Two whiskey glasses with brown liquor in them clinking with twinkling lights in the background

Your Smokin’ Christmas Awaits

There you have it—a Christmas feast that’s anything but ordinary. With Grillers Gold BBQ Pellets and a little holiday magic, you’re going to deliver a meal that’s unforgettable. So, bundle up, grab a hot cocoa (or a bourbon), and get grilling!

What’s on your grill this Christmas? Share your ideas in the comments—I’d love to hear what you’re smoking for the holidays!

Merry Christmas, happy grilling, and may your coals burn bright friends!

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