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Cast iron whole roasted chicken

Cast iron whole roasted chicken

If you haven't made a whole roasted chicken well now is the time! Let's add a little twist and do it all on cast iron!   Ingredients 1 4-6 pound whole chicken ( roaster preferably ) Caribeque Chicken Rub Caribeque Island Thyme Olive oil Cast iron skillet Red potatoes, Red onions, Carrots ( all options or use your favorite ) Directions Preheat your grill smoker or oven to 400 degrees F indirect Rinse your chicken and pat dry. ( If you leave in the fridge for a minimum of 2 hours to overnight this will help make the skin crispy ) Brush your chicken...

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Mojo chicken wings ( Grilled or Baked )

Mojo chicken wings ( Grilled or Baked )

Living in Florida we have a very heavy Cuban influence! Let's take these wings to the islands by marinating in mojo and spices then grilled or baked to perfection!    Ingredients 2 pounds chicken wings (tips removed; drumettes and flats separated) 1 bottle of store-bought mojo marinade  Caribeque chicken rub Caribeque Smack Sauce   Instructions Season the chicken wings with Caribeque chicken rub   In a bowl, add chicken wings, mojo marinade and place in the fridge for at least 5 hours (or overnight, the longer the better)   Remove chicken from fridge and bring to room temperature. Preheat grill, smoker or oven to 375 degrees F. Save...

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Mojo marinated Cornish game hens

Mojo marinated Cornish game hens

I am a huge fan of Cuban cooking especially the flavor of mojo! Mojo applies to any sauce that is made with garlic, olive oil or pork lard, and a citrus juice, traditionally bitter orange juice.  You can use mojo marinade many ways but today we are making mojo marinated cornish game hens   Ingredients:  4 cornish game hens Brine ( See this recipe ) 2 bottles of premade Mojo ( easier and perfect ) Caribeque AP rub ( used in brine )    Directions: Rinse the cornish game hens under cold running water, inside and out.  Get at least a 2-3 gallon container...

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Lamb and Feta Burgers

Lamb and Feta Burgers

We love experimenting with all types of proteins. Today we are going to Greece to make some delicious lamb and feta burgers. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb 2 cloves garlic, finely minced 1/2 pound feta cheese, crumbled 1 tablespoon Caribeque AP Rub 1 tablespoon Caribeque Island Thyme seasoning Directions     In a medium bowl, combine the lamb, garlic, feta, Caribeque AP Rub and Caribeque Island Thyme Seasoning, making sure not to overwork the mixture. Form the lamb mixture into 4 to 6 patties.   Heat up your grill to 450-500 degrees just get it hot!   Cook the lamb burgers...

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Whiskey/Espresso marinated skirt steak

Whiskey/Espresso marinated skirt steak

I know you are thinking Whiskey and Coffee? Yup, its a thing! Check out this simple recipe for the base of any meal, tacos, fajitas burritos or a huge salad. Ingredients 2 lbs of flank steaks, 1/2-inch thick  4-5 tablespoons Caribeque Big and Bold beef 1/2 cup of leftover coffee or espresso  1⁄4 cup of your favorite whiskey 2 tablespoons olive oil Directions: Score the flank steak with a sharp knife, about 1/8-inch deep, in a diamond pattern; set aside. Rub steaks down with olive oil and add 2-3table spoons of your Caribeque Big Bold Beef Rub Combine coffee, whiskey and 1-2 tablespoons of Caribeque Big and Bold Beef...

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