Winter may be here – but that doesn’t mean you have to stay inside. With the Big Green Egg, you can take advantage of outdoor cooking all year. Try out these winter Big Green Egg recipes and cooking tips from The Buxton Complex.
Benefits of Cooking on Your Big Green Egg
The Big Green Egg is a popular outdoor ceramic cooker that you can use to grill, bake, and roast your favorite foods. Even when temperatures drop below freezing, the outside temperature doesn’t affect the Big Green Egg’s performance. The efficiency of this ceramic cooker means heat and moisture won’t escape while you’re grilling – simply keep the dome lid closed. Big Green Eggs are made with patented technology that prevents the ceramic shell from cracking in cold weather.
Follow these tips for successful winter grilling:
- Allow 10-15 minutes for your Big Green Egg to warm up.
- Once you are done using the Big Green Egg, allow it to cool completely before closing all the vents.
- Keep your Big Green Egg covered when not in use to protect it from the elements.
Big Green Egg Recipes
When it’s cold outside, reach for tasty and filling comfort foods. These dishes are easy to prepare on your Big Green Egg – make them for a weeknight meal or bring them to your next tailgate.
Sausage Sliders
Ingredients
- 2 lb. ground sausage, removed from casing
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 16 slider buns or rolls
- Salt and pepper
- Your favorite condiments
Instructions
- Set your Big Green Egg to direct cooking at 400°F.
- Combine ground sausage and beef in a bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and mix.
- Use a spoon to scoop up 3-ounce balls and press them into patties. You should have 16 small slider patties.
- Place patties on the cooking grid. Cook for three minutes on each side until sliders reach an internal temperature of 160°F.
- Slice each and top sliders with the condiments of your choice, such as mustard, relish, or peppers and onions.
Roasted Potato Wedges
Ingredients
- 2 lb. russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
- 4 tbsp. olive oil
- 1 minced garlic clove
- 4 tbsp. of your favorite chopped herbs, such as rosemary, parsley, sage, or thyme
- ¼ c. grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Set your Big Green Egg for indirect cooking with the ConvEGGtor at 400°F.
- Add potatoes to a bowl with olive oil, garlic, herbs, and salt. Toss to combine.
- Spread potato wedges evenly onto a perforated cooking grid. Place on the Egg and roast for about 20 minutes.
- Flip potatoes over and continue roasting until crispy and browned, about 15 minutes.
- Transfer potatoes to a serving plate and top with parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper to taste. Serve and enjoy.
Making these meals is even easier with the addition of Big Green Egg tables, which provide convenient extra space for prepping ingredients and organizing utensils.
Shop Big Green Egg Products at The Buxton Complex
You don’t have to wait until next summer to enjoy your Big Green Egg. At The Buxton Complex, we carry Big Green Eggs in several different sizes, as well as EGGcessories. Whether you’ve got a big backyard or just a small patio space, you’ll find a Big Green Egg that suits your needs. We serve customers in Bucks, Mercer, Burlington, and Hunterdon counties and the surrounding areas in New Jersey with the best products for home and garden. For more information about The Buxton Complex, contact us today.
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