The Cookout chronicle
News, recipes, and stories from Miss Essie's backyard to yours.
May 13, 2026
BBQ Wedding Catering in Utah: A Southern Tradition for Your Big Day
Listen up, because we’re about to talk about the most important day of your life: and more importantly, what your guests are going to be talking about for the next ten years....
Read ArticleMay 12, 2026
Hickory Smoked BBQ 101: A Beginner's Guide to Mastering the Perfect Smoked Ribs Recipe
Listen up, friends. There ain’t nothing quite like the smell of hickory smoke wafting through the backyard on a Saturday afternoon. If you’ve ever tasted a rib so tender it practically melts...
Read ArticleMay 7, 2026
Why Natural Ingredients Win: The Pit Master’s Guide to Real Southern BBQ Flavor
If you want barbecue that tastes like it came from a real smokehouse and not a factory shelf, start with the label. A great sauce should bring out the best in smoked...
Read ArticleJanuary 10, 2019
Miss Essie's Story
Miss Essie’s is about love, comfort, family and bringing a smile to your face~ Marcus Jones
Read ArticleJanuary 10, 2019
Miss Essies BBQ Grilling Tips
Grilling the perfect food requires more than just cooking it over a flame, follow these simple tips and you should get fantastic results.
Read ArticleJanuary 10, 2019
Miss Essie BBQ-Meet The Team: Marcus Leon Jones
Marcus derives from very humble beginnings. Growing up in Arizona, with three siblings in the poorer areas of West Phoenix, he credits his mother with being the driving force in the family....
Read ArticleDecember 21, 2018
Miss Essie's Southern New Year’s Eve Traditions
Whether you are superstitious or perhaps a traditionalist, there are several southern dishes that are thought to bring you good luck and fortune in the new year. Collard greens, cornbread, hoppin’ John...
Read ArticleDecember 21, 2018
Grilling the Best Holiday Ham
There are two key things you need to know about grilling the perfect ham for this or any holiday: low and slow.
Read ArticleDecember 7, 2018
Smoked Turkey 2018
Preparing a juicy and flavorful turkey only takes a few simple tools, some advanced planning, and a good recipe. We recommend bringing your bird for at least 48 hours to ensure it is full of...
Read ArticleNovember 30, 2018
Winter Grilling
Grilling is not just a summer sport, you can enjoy grilling all-year round if you follow a few simple steps to ensure your winter grilled items come out tasting and cooked, the...
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