Firehouse Hot Five Alarm Collection – Part 13

Loaded potato skins with bacon and sour cream

Five Alarm Smoked Potato Skins

Crispy smoked potato skins loaded with cheese, bacon, and Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce for intense smoky heat.

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time60–75 minutes
Rest Time5 minutes
Servings6
Smoker Temperature250°F
Target TemperatureHot throughout

Recommended Wood: Apple or Cherry

Ingredients

  • 6 baked potato halves
  • 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
  • 3/4 cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce
  • Sour cream
  • Sliced green onions

Directions

Fill the potato skins with cheese and bacon. Smoke at 250°F until the cheese is melted and bubbling. Drizzle with Five Alarm BBQ Sauce and garnish with sour cream and green onions before serving.

Perfect Pairings

Wings, burgers, chili, pulled pork.

Leftover Ideas

Breakfast potatoes or casseroles.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

Serve immediately while the skins are crisp and the cheese is hot.

Five Alarm Smoked Cauliflower Bites

Smoky cauliflower florets glazed with Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce make a bold vegetarian option.

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time60–75 minutes
Rest Time5 minutes
Servings4–6
Smoker Temperature225°F
Target TemperatureFork tender

Recommended Wood: Cherry or Apple

Ingredients

  • 1 large head cauliflower, cut into florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose seasoning
  • 1/2 cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce

Directions

Coat the florets with olive oil and seasoning. Smoke at 225°F until almost tender. Brush lightly with Five Alarm BBQ Sauce during the final 20 minutes and continue cooking until caramelized and fork tender.

Perfect Pairings

Rice, grilled vegetables, baked potatoes.

Leftover Ideas

Wraps, grain bowls, pasta salad.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

A light glaze keeps the smoke and natural cauliflower flavor in balance.