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07/14/2026 | Smith & Sons BBQ Sauce |

Five Alarm Armadillo Eggs

Bacon-wrapped jalapeños stuffed with sausage and cheese, then glazed with Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce for an extra-fiery finish.

Prep Time30 minutes
Cook Time2½–3 hours
Rest Time10 minutes
Servings8
Smoker Temperature250°F
Target Temperature165°F

Recommended Wood: Apple, Cherry, or Pecan

Ingredients

  • 8 large jalapeños
  • 2 pounds breakfast sausage
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 8 slices bacon
  • ¾ cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce

Directions

Fill the jalapeños with the cheese mixture, wrap with sausage, then bacon. Smoke at 250°F until the sausage reaches 165°F. Brush with Five Alarm BBQ Sauce during the final 20 minutes and continue cooking until the bacon is crisp.

Perfect Pairings

Coleslaw, baked beans, potato salad.

Leftover Ideas

Chop into mac and cheese or breakfast burritos.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

Keep the bacon seam-side down so it stays wrapped throughout the cook.

Five Alarm Party Wings

Hardwood-smoked party wings finished with Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce are made for heat lovers.

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1½–2 hours
Rest Time10 minutes
Servings8
Smoker Temperature275°F
Target Temperature175°F

Recommended Wood: Apple, Cherry, or Pecan

Ingredients

  • 5 pounds split chicken wings
  • 3 tablespoons favorite poultry seasoning
  • 1 cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce

Directions

Season the wings and smoke at 275°F until they reach about 165°F. Brush with Five Alarm BBQ Sauce during the final 20 minutes and continue cooking until the wings reach 175°F. Rest briefly before serving.

Perfect Pairings

Celery, blue cheese dressing, fries.

Leftover Ideas

Wing wraps, salads, quesadillas.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

Serve extra sauce on the side for guests who want maximum heat

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