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BBQ Cooking Class Recap, Recipes & Giveaway

By Shirley J Tuesday August 17, 2010

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Nothing screams summer like backyard bbq. On July 30, Chef Brian taught a Shirley J BBQ Cooking Class. We learned how to grill a pizza, make bbq pork and ribs and make a variety of BBQ sauces–all using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix.

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In case you missed the class, here’s all the recipes and a few tips for bbq success.

Shirley J BBQ Sauce Class - August 2010 (Grilled BBQ Pizza)

Grilled BBQ Pizza
You’ll start with a thin sourdough crust made with Shirley J Sourdough Bread Mix then top it off of tangy bbq sauce made with Shirley J BBQ Sauce mix add toppings like corn, cheddar cheese, green onions and cooked chicken breast strips.

Quick tip: Always have all of your ingredients cut up and ready to put on the pizza before you start grilling. The process goes by quickly.

Get the recipe for Grilled BBQ Pizza here.

Shirley J BBQ Sauce Class - August 2010 (Ribs)

Next up: BBQ Ribs and BBQ Pork.

Treat your friends and family to the spirit of summer with tantalizing ribs drenched in your own homemade BBQ sauce. Shirley J’s foolproof just-add-water sauce mix guarantees the perfect tangy enhancement to tender ribs. Or try our BBQ Pork. This famous dish from one of barbecue’s most celebrated states–North Carolina–is sure to be a hit with your family.

Get the recipes here: BBQ Ribs and BBQ Pork

Quick tip: Never cut the fat off of your roast meats.

The most popular use for Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix is to make your own BBQ Sauce. Shirley J’s one-of-a-kind BBQ Sauce mix makes BBQ fun, easy and delicious. Simply add water to our mix and you’ll have a zesty yet sweet compliment to any bbq dish. But don’t stop there, our BBQ Sauce Mix is so versatile you can mix just about any flavor in many forms to make bbq sauces unique to you.

When adding in flavors we like to divide these ingredients into three categories.

1. Fruit (dried, concentrated, and juice)
2. Sodas (Suggestions root beer, cola and cream sodas)
3. Condiments (Suggestions: mustard, Worcestershire, honey and ketchup/tomato)

Quick tip: Remember to reconstitute dried fruits and to dilute concentrates.

Get recipes for our favorite Shirley J BBQ Sauces:
Root Beer BBQ Sauce
Sweet Molasses BBQ Sauce
Asian BBQ Sauce
Cranberry BBQ Sauce
Kansas City BBQ Sauce
Cherry BBQ Sauce
Mustard BBQ Sauce
Vanilla BBQ Sauce
Spicy BBQ Sauce
Pineapple BBQ Sauce
Apricot BBQ Sauce

Other great recipes using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix:
Sticky Honey BBQ Wings
BBQ Pork Sandwich with Sour Cream Flat Bread
BBQ Chicken Skewers & Cranberry BBQ Sauce
Hawaiian BBQ Meatballs
Shirley J BBQ Marinade
BBQ Smokies

With all this BBQ Sauce fun going on, let’s go ahead and do a giveaway for one lucky winner. You’ll receive a 46 oz. container of Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix and a BBQ Sauce recipe booklet. What a great way to finish up the summer!

Enter to win by answering this question in the comments section: What BBQ Sauce flavor will you invent?

I can’t wait to read your responses! Earn additional entries by tweeting this post or mentioning it on your facebook page. You will get three extra entries if you blog about the giveaway. Let me know in the comments about each additional entry.

(Comments will be accepted until midnight EST, Sunday, August 22. Winners will be chosen randomly and contacted via email.)

Watch our in-depth product video about Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix.

To order Shirley J BBQ Sauce call 801-225-5073, visit shirleyj.com or drop by our Orem, Utah storefront.

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Shirley J Cooking Class – BBQ Sauce (July 30)

By Shirley J Monday June 28, 2010

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July 30, 2010
12:00 pmto1:00 pm

Learn to make incredible barbeque sauces at home with Shirley J.

Shirley J Backyard BBQ

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Come to our free cooking class on July 30 at noon. Chef Brian will teach you how to make a variety of bbq sauces using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix. You’ll learn how to incorporate fruits (fresh, dried and canned), soft drinks and everyday condiments to make bbq sauces unique to you. Chef Brian will also cover how to use Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix as a rub and marinade. You don’t want to miss this class.

Shirley J Cooking Class – BBQ Sauces
Date: Friday, July 30, 2010
Time: 12-1pm
Location: Shirley J Studio Test Kitchen (15 East 400 South, Orem)
Cost: Free
Type: Demonstration
Product: Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

In the meantime, watch this informative video about Shirely J BBQ Sauce Mix.

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Vanilla BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Vanilla BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
1 T. Worcestershire sauce
1 t. vanilla
2 c. water
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.


*ABM 2.2.2010

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Spicy BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Spicy BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
1 jalapeno (diced)
7 Japanese chili pods
3 c. water (divided)
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine jalapenos, Japanese chilies and 2 cups of the water. Cook covered on high for 10 minutes (this will cook off about 1 cup of water). Blend the liquid and the chilies in a blender until they are mostly smooth then add the additional cup of water and the Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix Simmer for 5 minutes.


*ABM 2.2.2010

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Root Beer BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Root Beer BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
2 c. root beer soda (any quality brand, not diet)
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.


*ABM 2.2.2010

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Pineapple BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Pineapple BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
2 c. pineapple juice
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.

*ABM 2.2.2010

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Mustard BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Mustard BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
1 c. yellow prepared mustard
1 c. water
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients and simmer for 5 minutes.


*ABM 2.2.2010

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Sweet Molasses BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Sweet Molasses BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
3 T. molasses
1 t. vanilla
2 t. cider vinegar
2 c. water
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients and simmer for 5 minutes.

*ABM 2.2.2010

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Kansas City BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Kansas City BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
1 c. apple cider vinegar
1 c. honey
1/2 c. water
3/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all of the ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.


*ABM 2.2.2010

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Cranberry BBQ Sauce (Shirley J)

By Shirley J Wednesday February 3, 2010

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Cranberry BBQ Sauce
using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Ingredients:
2c cranberry juice
3/4c Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

Directions:
In a saucepan combine all ingredients together and simmer for 5 minutes.

**ABM 2.2.2010

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Hawaiian BBQ Meatballs

By Shirley J Thursday January 21, 2010

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Shirley J Hawaiian BBQ Meatballs

Hawaiian BBQ Meatballs

Ingredients for meatballs:
1 ½ # lean ground beef
3 eggs
¾ c dry breadcrumbs
3 T Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix
½ c crushed pineapple, drained

Directions:
Combine all ingredients and mix thoroughly. Scoop meat mixture and roll into meatballs; size may vary according to desire. Place meatballs on baking sheet and bake in 350 degree oven for 20-30 minutes until cooked thoroughly.

Ingredients for sauce:
½ c Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix
1 c water
½ c plum sauce
½ c crushed pineapple
1 lb frozen meatballs

Directions:
In a crock pot on medium heat, add water, Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix, plum sauce and crushed pineapple. Mix together and add the meatballs allow it to simmer for at least 15 minutes in the sauce before serving (the longer the meatballs cook in the sauce the more flavors they will absorb).

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Cranberry BBQ Chicken Skewers

By Shirley J Tuesday December 8, 2009

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Cranberry BBQ Chicken Skewers

Ingredients:
1 1/2 lb. chicken tenderloins
12 6-inch bamboo skewers
1 (16 oz) can of jellied cranberries
1/4 c. Shirley J BBQ Seasoning
1/2 c. water

Directions:
Place one skewer into each piece of chicken lengthwise. Salt and pepper to taste, grill or sear in a pan or BBQ until the chicken is fully cooked. Baste with sauce (below) during cooking, if desired.

Sauce:
Combine the Shirley J BBQ Seasoning, water and cranberries and allow to sit for 5 minutes before serving. Use as a dip and as a basting sauce.

This recipe is part of the 2009 Shirley J Christmas Hors D’oeuvres Cooking Class. Other recipes in this menu include:

* Onion Tartlets (using Shirley J Universal Biscuit & Baking Mix and Shirley J Chicken Bouillon)
* BBQ Chicken Skewers (using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix)
* Spinach Pinwheels (using Shirley J Honey White Bread Mix and Shirley J Pizza & Pasta Seasoning)
* Clam Dip (using Shirley J Universal Sauce)
* Onion Dip (using Shirley J Onion Seasoning)
* Chocolate Peppermint Cookies (using Shirley J Universal Cookie Mix)

*ABM: 12.7.2009
*SJCC: 12.11.2009

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Tip Time – Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix

By Shirley J Thursday July 30, 2009

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The July Home Chef Blogger Recipe Contest is centered on Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix. We chose this product because we found it to be the perfect product to feature during this hot summer month. Grills are out and people have barbeque on their minds. Whether or not you are entering the recipe contest, we’re sure you’ll find these tips useful.

Here’s a little info about the product:

Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix is one of the most unique and versatile products ever. This product is terrific because you keep one product on your pantry shelf that becomes both a delicious, tangy BBQ sauce, and a perfect BBQ seasoning that you can use as a rub or seasoning for use with a variety of meats or vegetables.

Imagine delicious BBQ ribs, chicken, brisket, pulled pork sandwiches, Dutch oven and slow cooker BBQ and BBQ seasoning for dips casseroles roasted veggies all from the same mix. This is truly a Shirley J classic!

Right now our BBQ Sauce recipe calls for water and vinegar. Many Shirley J product experts have found that you can alter the sweetness or tangyness of the sauce by the amount of vinegar you use.  For a tangier sauce double the amount of vinegar.

Looking for a great recipe using Shirley J BBQ Sauce Mix? Try our BBQ Chicken Pizza today!

Hey all you Home Chefs! Don’t forget to enter the BBQ recipe contest, the deadline is tomorrow, July 31 at midnight, EST.

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Light up the grill…it’s time for a BBQ recipe contest!

By Shirley J Monday July 20, 2009

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The Shirley J Home Chef Blogger Recipe Contest continues! For the July 2009 challenge we want you to come up with the ultimate BBQ main dish! We are right in the heart of summer and are eager to make the most out of that grill! This is a quick turnaround challenge so grab that BBQ seasoning and fire up! We can’t wait to try your spin on kabobs, pulled meats, steaks, grilled veggies and more! The possibilities are endless!

Official Shirley J Home Chef Blog Recipe Contest Rules:

1. Develop or adapt a main dish recipe using Shirley J BBQ Seasoning Mix
2. Create a NEW post on your blog about your recipe with the following:
(a) complete recipe with specific instructions
(b) original picture of the complete dish
(c) link to the Official Shirley J Blog
(d) link to the Shirley J Web site

(e) post must be dated between July 20 and July 31, 2009 (NEW RULE!)

3. Blog post must be up by designated date: July 31, 2009 at midnight EST
4. Email me at beckyo@shirleyj.com with a link to your post
5. Have fun, experiment and make it tasty!

Each Home Chef entering a recipe will receive $5 and finalists will receive $10. The Home Chef who submits the winning recipe will receive $25 and have their recipe featured on the official Shirley J blog.

*There is not a limit on how many recipes a Shirley J Home Chef can submit. However, each submission recipe must have it’s own blog post and meet all of the above requirements.

If you do not have a blog and want to know how to start a blog, please contact me beckyo(at)shirleyj(dot)com.

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Fourth of July Specials & BBQ Menu

By Shirley J Monday June 29, 2009

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Shirley J is welcoming in the summer with our Independence Day special! From now until July 3 you can receive a 10% discount on our Fourth of July BBQ products. These products have been hand selected to design a great Summer BBQ Menu. Check out the Shirley J Independence Day Menu:

* French Onion Dip
* Wilted Spinach and Bacon Salad
* BBQ Potato Wedges
* Best Grilled Burgers
* BBQ Grilled Chicken with Shirley J BBQ Sauce
* Steak with Shirley J Steak Butter
* Peach Cobbler

You will receive a 10% discount on these Independence Day BBQ products:
* Shirley J All-Purpose Seasoning
* Shirley J Pizza & Pasta Seasoning
* Shirley J BBQ Seasoning
* Shirley J Beef Slow Cooker/Dutch Oven Seasoning
* Shirley J Buttermilk Biscuit Mix

*Offer is valid Monday, June 29 through Thursday, July 3. Home Chef and customer must mention this promotion to sales representatives in order to receive discount. Online orders must redeem discount by using the promotion code “july4bbq.“

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Steak…that’s what’s for dinner!

By Shirley J Friday June 19, 2009

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Mix up your next grilling party with Shirley J Products. There are a number of ways you can season your steak with Shirley J Products, but here are three to get you started.

Shirley J Beef Steak Rub

Ingredients:
1/4 – 1/2 c Shirley J Beef Slow Cooker/Dutch Oven Seasoning
Olive Oil

Directions:
Portion meat and brush with desired amount of olive oil. Then place Shirley J Beef Slow Cooker/Dutch Oven Seasoning on clean surface and spread. Place meat on seasoning and coat. Turn over meat and make sure entire surface is covered with seasoning. Grill to your liking. Should be enough rub for 2-4 steaks.


Shirley J Steak Marinade

Ingredients:
1-3 TB Shirley J Beef Slow Cooker/Dutch Oven Seasoning
1/4-1/2 cup oil

Directions:
Mix oil and seasoning together. Place meat in plastic bag and pour oil and seasoning mixture in bag. Let meat marinate for 1-4 hours. Grill.

Shirley J Steak Butter

Ingredients:
4oz Butter softened not melted (4oz = 1 stick)
1 ½ t Shirley J Pizza & Pasta Mix

Directions:
In a bowl combine both ingredients with the back of a spoon, until the seasoning is evenly distributed throughout the butter. Place on one end of a sheet of parchment / wax paper, and roll into a tube shape. Refrigerate and slice off desired amount and serve over steak or bread.

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BBQ Chicken & BBQ Sauce

By Shirley J Thursday June 18, 2009

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One of our favorite ways to use Shirley J BBQ Chicken Seasoning is to make it into a BBQ Sauce. The great thing about Shirley J BBQ Seasoning is that you can control it’s sweetness and tangyness! Try this recipe!

Shirley J BBQ Chicken & BBQ Sauce

Ingredients:
4 Chicken Breasts Halves, boneless & skinless
1 cup + 4 TB Shirley J BBQ Seasoning Mix (set aside 4 TB)
1/2 cup hot water
2 TB Vinegar, preferably white

Directions:
Mix hot water with 1 cup Shirley J BBQ Seasoning, add vinegar and mix until combined.
Tenderize chicken with meat mallet. Brush with olive oil and sprinkle 1 tablespoon of BBQ Seasoning per chicken breast half. Grill and top with BBQ sauce.

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