Jul 14 2026
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Family Meal Recipe

Inspired by Smoak BBQ
Time2h
Serves6

Serves 4-6 people | Includes choice of meat, brioche buns, choice of two sides, brisket burnt ends, 5 biscuits, and cornbread

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Sides

Brisket Burnt Ends

Biscuits

Cornbread

Method

Main Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Meat

    Choose either brisket or pulled pork as your meat option. If using brisket, season it with your favorite rub and smoke or slow-cook until tender. For pulled pork, cook until it can easily be shredded.

  2. 2

    Toast the Brioche Buns

    Slice the brioche buns in half and toast them lightly on a skillet or grill until golden brown.

Sides Preparation

  1. 3

    Make Coleslaw

    Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, and coleslaw dressing in a bowl. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

  2. 4

    Prepare Baked Beans

    Heat baked beans in a saucepan over medium heat until warmed through. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Brisket Burnt Ends Preparation

  1. 5

    Cube the Brisket

    Take the cooked brisket and cut it into 1-inch cubes.

  2. 6

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine BBQ sauce, brown sugar, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

  3. 7

    Coat the Cubes

    Toss the brisket cubes in the BBQ mixture until evenly coated.

  4. 8

    Bake

    Spread the coated cubes on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F (150°C) for 1 hour, stirring halfway through.

Biscuits Preparation

  1. 9

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.

  2. 10

    Cut in Butter

    Add cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients and mix with a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

  3. 11

    Add Milk

    Stir in the milk until just combined. Do not overmix.

  4. 12

    Shape and Bake

    Turn the dough onto a floured surface, pat down to about 1-inch thickness, and cut into rounds. Place on a baking sheet and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes or until golden.

Cornbread Preparation

  1. 13

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.

  2. 14

    Add Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, milk, and eggs. Pour into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

  3. 15

    Bake

    Pour the batter into a greased baking dish and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

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