RestaurantsBluebird BarbecueThe Family Reunion Recipe

The Family Reunion Recipe

Inspired by Bluebird Barbecue
Time16h
Serves6

you can have it all! pulled pork, smoked turkey, 15hr brisket, spare ribs, smoked chicken + all of our from-scratch sides. served family style for 4-6 to share

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Ingredients

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Meats

Sides

Method

Preparation

1

Marinate the Meats

Rub the pulled pork, turkey, brisket, ribs, and chicken with BBQ rub, and let them marinate for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

2

Preheat the Smoker

Prepare your smoker to a temperature of 225°F (107°C) using your choice of wood chips.

Cooking

3

Cook the Meats

Place the marinated meats in the smoker. Cook the pulled pork for 8-10 hours, the turkey for 4-5 hours, the brisket for 15 hours, the spare ribs for 5-6 hours, and the smoked chicken for 3-4 hours, or until tender.

4

Prepare the Sides

While the meats are smoking, prepare the coleslaw, baked beans, cornbread, and macaroni and cheese according to your favorite recipes.

Serving

5

Serve Family Style

Once all the meats are cooked and rested, shred or slice as appropriate and arrange them on a large platter alongside the sides. Serve warm and enjoy!