Leftover Summer BBQ Recipes 3 Ways. (2024)

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You guys, we need to have a random little chat.

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Don’t worry, I’ll keep it quick. You remember on Thursday how we added a rooster to our chicken coop? Well, if you know anything about chickens than you know that roosters can be pretty aggressive. Luckily ours seems to be OK, but he definitelycan be a little rowdy if you get in his space. Here’s the thing though, my dad is SO serious about this rooster. He was over on Friday night and he looked so intent as he was telling me how I need to care for this thing when he is gone. Like no joke, he acted like this roosterwas going to bite my face off.

The determined tone of his voice as he discussed this birdwas INTENSE. It just makes me laugh a little. I mean, five years ago I would have never thought my dad would be talking to me about how to care for a roster, but there he was, acting like the thing was a mountain lion or something. I feel like I should probably be taking this a bit more seriously…but I mean, it is just a chicken…

Right??

If you follow me on snapchat (hbharvest) than you have already met the new guy, and heard him too…he’s loud. Probably going to be lots more snaps of the animals this week cause guess who is on chicken and goat duty… ME. Should be real fun. 🙂

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OKok, let’s talk recipes now! I have not one, not two, but THREE new recipes I’m sharing with you guys today. I don’t know about you, but when I cook for a crowd, or even just my family, I always make a ton of food. Too much for us all to eat, but I figure it’s always best to have too much, than risk having too little. My goal is to never let anyone go home hungry…it’s a good goal and all, but it always leaves me with plenty of leftovers.

Which brings me to these leftover summer BBQ recipes. I personally love leftovers. I have a lot of fun creating really good, easy meals with leftovers and I thought it would be fun to share some of my GO-TO recipes using ribs. With the July 4th just around the corner, and summer in full swing, I feel like at some point, most of us willhave a rack of ribs lying around. These three recipes are the perfect way to use up that extra pork.

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Alright, let’s go through the recipes one by one shall we?

…recipe one: nachos!! I feel like this one might be slightly obvious, but I’m still sharing it with you guys because nachos need to be shared. These are simple, but delicious. Shredded BBQ pork, cheddar cheese, pepper jack cheese, sweet corn, guacamole, mango salsa + fried eggs… don’t skip the fried eggs, they’re everything on nachos, TRUST ME. Also, you could totally do these for breakfast, I mean, there is an egg!

…recipe two: BBQpork cobb salad. This is the healthy leftover option, but promise it’s still delicious. Shredded pork, spinach, ripe peaches, tomatoes, avocado, hard-boiled eggs, blue cheese and honey mustard vinaigrette.

…recipe three: caramelized onion and brie panini. Caramelized onions + pork + brie, enough said.

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And DONE. Three quick and easy recipes to help turn your leftovers into something totally new and fun! Sooo, whose ready for a little Sunday cookout?!? The idea here is, cook today… yummyeats all week long…

Man, that’s what I call a Sunday meal prep.

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BBQ Nachos.

Author: Tieghan Gerard

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes minutes

Total Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories Per Serving: 1229 kcal

Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

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Ingredients

  • 1 bag tortilla chips
  • 2 ears sweet corn kernels removed from the cob
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded pepper jack cheese
  • 1 cup shredded pork
  • 1/2 cup BBQ sauce + more for serving
  • 4-6 fried eggs
  • Guacamole mango salsa and sour cream or Greek yogurt, for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.

  • Spread the tortilla chips out on a parchment lined baking sheet, or 9×13 inch baking pan. Sprinkle the corn over the top of the tortilla chips in an even layer. Top with half the cheese. Sprinkle on the shredded pork in an even layer and top with the remaining cheese.

  • Place the baking dish into the oven and bake for 6-8 minutes, until cheese is melted.

  • Remove the baking sheet from the oven and top nachos with guacamole and fried eggs. Serve immediately!

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Chopped BBQ Pork Cobb Salad.

Author: Tieghan Gerard

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 15 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 Servings

Calories Per Serving: 491 kcal

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Ingredients

  • 6 cups fresh spinach
  • 1 cup shredded BBQ pork warmed
  • 2 ripe peaches sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cubed cornbread toasted
  • 1 avocado sliced
  • 2 hard boiled eggs sliced
  • 1/3 cup each fresh cilantro + basil, chopped

Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

Instructions

  • In a large salad bowl toss together the spinach, pork, peaches, tomatoes, cornbread and avocado. Add the sliced egg and blue cheese. Serve the vinaigrette along side.

Honey Mustard Vinaigrette

  • Whisk together all the ingredients in a small bowl or glass jar. Taste and adjust salt + pepper to your liking.

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BBQ Pulled Pork and Brie Panini.

Author: Tieghan Gerard

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings: 4 Paninis

Calories Per Serving: 363 kcal

Nutritional information is only an estimate. The accuracy of the nutritional information for any recipe on this site is not guaranteed.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large sweet onion thinly sliced
  • kosher salt + pepper
  • 8 ounces brie sliced
  • 1 cup leftover shredded pork
  • BBQ Sauce
  • 4 in ciabatta rolls cut half (or 1 loaf of ciabatta, cut into 4 pieces)

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the butter. Add the onions and cook about 5 minutes or until softened. Sprinkle the onions with salt + pepper and continue cooking another 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently, until caramelized.

  • Grab the ciabatta rolls and layer on the caramelized onions, brie and shredded pork. Add the top half of the ciabatta bread. Repeat with the remaining rolls/slices.

  • Heat a medium cast iron pan or grill pan over high heat. Heat a second cast iron pan over high heat. Rub each sandwich all over with olive oil. Working with one sandwich at a time, add it to one of the hot pans. Carefully take the other hot pan and press it gently down onto

  • the sandwich, pressing the sandwich together. Cook for 4-5 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the bread golden. Remove and repeat with the remaining sandwiches.

  • Eat...immediately while all hot and gooey!!

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For real though? The Brie? The Onions? The egg?!?! Yes, please.

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FAQs

What can I do with left over barbecue? ›

How to Use Leftover BBQ – 6 Ideas for Your Next Meal
  1. BBQ Pizza. Whether it's frozen, leftover, or homemade, adding your leftover BBQ will transform an average pizza to a flavorful meal! ...
  2. BBQ Loaded Baked Potato. Loaded baked potatoes are an easy and tasty meal! ...
  3. BBQ Nachos. ...
  4. BBQ Grilled Cheese. ...
  5. BBQ Mac and Cheese. ...
  6. BBQ Chili.

What do you serve at a summer barbeque? ›

Grilling and BBQ Side Dishes
  • Easy. Pasta Salad. ...
  • Classic Potato Salad. Millie Peartree. ...
  • Easy. Crispy Smashed Sweet Potatoes. ...
  • Turnip Greens. Vallery Lomas. ...
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  • Easy. Refried Beans. ...
  • Easy. Charred Green Beans and Lemony Yogurt. ...
  • Street Corn Pudding. Brett Anderson, Genevieve Ko, Ernest Servantes.

How to reheat a barbecue without drying it out? ›

Conventional Oven

Make sure there aren't any pieces of plastic wrap or butcher paper on your meat before you put it in a pan or wrap it with aluminum foil and put it in the oven. If you're placing your meats directly in a pan, you can include up to a half cup of water to help add steam and retain moisture.

How long does leftover BBQ last? ›

Your barbecued chicken, steak and pulled pork have a lifespan of about three to four days in the fridge. In the freezer, most cooked meats will last about two to six months.

How do you throw a cheap BBQ? ›

You can ask your guests to contribute to the rest of the feast by bringing a side dish or a dessert. You ask your guests to bring their own meat. The host does the grilling and provides all the sides and desserts. This is a little more unusual, but it can be a good solution if you have guests with disparate tastes.

What is the most popular BBQ meat in the summer? ›

Some of the premium BBQ meat options include steak, pork chops, succulent ribs, flavourful chicken thighs and breasts, mouthwatering burgers, an array of fish, and a diverse selection of sausages. Upgrade the flavour of your proteins by marinating them overnight in a blend of spices, herbs, and oils.

How do I host the best summer BBQ? ›

The key to a great barbecue is to keep it casual. Don't go overboard on the menu: focus on a few tried-and-true recipes. Think quality, not quantity. Pick one or two meat-oriented meals (burgers, steaks, or sausages are solid bets), and an easy veggie option (roasted veggie skewers are always a win).

What is the most popular barbecue food? ›

In general, brisket, pulled pork, and ribs are the popular BBQ dishes.

How do you rejuvenate a BBQ? ›

How to Refurbish a Charcoal Grill
  1. Step 1: Start With the Greasy Bits. ...
  2. Step 2: Get the Ash Out. ...
  3. Step 3: Use a Shop-Vac to Get It Really Clean. ...
  4. Step 4: Scrape Out the Grease and Charred Flakes. ...
  5. Step 5: Use Steel Wool and Water-Based Cleaner. ...
  6. Step 6: Remove Handles, Accessories and Hardware. ...
  7. Step 7: Tackle Exterior Rust.
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How do you revive a BBQ? ›

Gas BBQ Grill Restore
  1. Step 1: Disassemble the BBQ Grill. Ok lets rip into it, first unscrew all wooden parts, handles, side trays, etc. ...
  2. Step 2: Clean the Inside. ...
  3. Step 3: Wash Everything. ...
  4. Step 4: Paint It. ...
  5. Step 5: Put It Back Together and Get to Dinner. ...
  6. Step 6: Afterthoughts and Comments.

Can BBQ meat be reheated? ›

Managing leftovers

Take the leftovers indoors as soon as you can. This keeps the food out of the sun and away from insects and animals. You should look to consume the leftovers from your barbecue within 48 hours. If you're reheating anything, only reheat it once and make sure it's steaming hot before serving.

Which foods should not be reheated? ›

  • Oct 17, 2023, 07:14 PM IST. 7 Foods Items That Can Turn Toxic When Reheated. ...
  • Vegetables With High Amounts of Nitrate. Vegetables with high amounts of nitrate, like carrots, turnips, celery, or spinach, can turn toxic when reheated. ...
  • Rice. ...
  • Potatoes. ...
  • Mushrooms. ...
  • Cold Pressed Oil. ...
  • Eggs. ...
  • Chicken.
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Can I eat 4 day old BBQ? ›

Beef, veal, lamb and pork roasts, steaks and chops may be kept 3 to 5 days. After cooking, meat, poultry and seafood can be safely stored in the refrigerator 3 to 4 days.

What is traditionally served at a BBQ? ›

Hamburgers and steaks are traditionally the most common food item thrown on the grill, although there are so many more options for what to serve at a barbeque. From steak to oysters to vegan salad, grab some inspiration from our list of BBQ food ideas.

What to have at a BBQ cookout? ›

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  2. Campfire Hot Dog Skewers. PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON. ...
  3. Grilled Stuffed Peppers. ...
  4. Classic Coleslaw. ...
  5. Grilled Beer Brats. ...
  6. Grilled Shrimp Piccata Skewers. ...
  7. Hawaiian Macaroni Salad. ...
  8. Antipasto Potato Salad.
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How do I host a backyard BBQ party? ›

How to plan the perfect backyard barbecue
  1. Prepare your grill. Clean the caked-on grease off your grill before guests arrive. ...
  2. Plan the menu. ...
  3. Craft a signature co*cktail. ...
  4. Keep bugs at bay. ...
  5. Plan to play. ...
  6. Embellish with festive lights. ...
  7. Don't forget dessert. ...
  8. Cultivate a relaxed atmosphere.

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