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Smoked Chuck Roast

Southwestern Smoked Chuck Roast

This smoked chuck roast recipe is the perfect way to make smoky, shredded beef with bold Southwestern flavors for burritos, tacos, nachos, rice bowls, and more.

Smoked Chicken Breast

Smoked Chicken Breast

This smoked chicken breast recipe leans into wood fire flavors with a slightly smoky chicken that stays juicy on the inside and has lightly browned crispy skin on the outside.

Grilling Corn On The Cob

A Better Way to Grill Corn on the Cob

To find a better way to grill corn on the cob, we tried different grilling methods and seasonings before landing on a foolproof recipe for delicious grilled corn with a touch of char.

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Smoked Roast Beef Shareable

Painting sauce on ribs

Split Rock Lighthouse Summer

Calaphon Pans

Pyramid Of Cheesy Dogs

Classic Negroni

Sliced Smoked Pork Loin

Blueberry Pie Whipped Cream

Latest Items from Umami’s Market

Seasonal Favorites

A few of our favorite recipes, stories, and tips that celebrate the season.

Quick Pickled Spicy Carrots

Quick Pickled Spicy Carrots

With their vivid colors and tangy bite these quick pickled carrots get their unique flavor from being pickled with a poblano pepper and whole allspice.

Margarita

The Mysterious History of the Margarita

When you think of tequila cocktails, one thing comes to mind – the margarita. Despite how well-known the margarita is, its history is a mysterious thing. Who invented it? Why? And most importantly, how do you make a margarita that tastes great?

Blood and Sand Cocktail

Blood and Sand Cocktail

The Blood and Sand Cocktail is a classic scotch cocktail recipe named after the Rudolph Valentino movie about a bullfighter from the 1920s.

Korean BBQ Short Ribs Recipe

Korean BBQ Short Ribs

Marinated with soy sauce, fresh lime juice, ginger, and garlic these grilled Korean BBQ short ribs have a hint of smoke and deep umami flavors.

Black Garlic Risotto Featured

How to Cook With Umami Foods

Learn how to cook umami foods using a few simple techniques that will improve your cooking and add more umami flavor to dishes.

Southwest Seasoning Blend

Southwest Spice Blend

This Southwest spice blend transforms dishes by highlighting the region’s slightly smoky, deeply flavored food. The seasoning is ideal for grilled meat and veggies and anything from the smoker.

Au Jus Recipe

How to Make Au Jus

This au jus recipe creates a perfect dipping sauce for prime rib, french dip sandwiches, and roast beef.

Beef Gravy Recipe

Savory Beef Gravy

This savory homemade beef gravy recipe uses a simple technique to improve beef broth, along with a couple of secret ingredients to create an unforgettable brown gravy.

French Dip Sandwich

French Dip Sandwich Recipe

What makes a French dip sandwich so delicious is the combination of crusty bread, tender beef, melty cheese, and savory au jus.

Primal Beef Cuts

The Complete Guide to Beef Roasts

Learn everything you need to know about beef roasts. From chuck roast to top round, learn how to pick and cook the best cut of beef for every occasion.

Tender Beef Roast Recipes

Delicious Recipes for Beef Roasts

Our favorite beef roast recipes. From top round to chuck roast, we have delicious recipes for the oven, smoker, pressure cooker, and sous vide.

Ground Turkey Enchiladas

Our Favorite Enchilada Recipes

We’ve collected our favorite enchilada recipes in one place to help cooks find the perfect recipe for the enchiladas of their dreams!

Ground Turkey Enchiladas

Turkey Enchiladas

Turkey enchiladas made with pinto beans and ground turkey are a simple way to make healthy, delicious enchiladas at home.

Red Enchilada Sauce

Red Enchilada Sauce

This red enchilada sauce has deep flavors that soak into the tortillas and filling, adding layers of flavor perfect for beef, chicken, and cheese enchiladas.