Firehouse Hot Five Alarm Collection – Part 4

Smoked sausage slices on metal tray

Five Alarm Smoked Sausage

Hardwood-smoked sausage finished with Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce delivers bold smoke with extreme heat.

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time90 minutes
Rest Time5 minutes
Servings6
Smoker Temperature225°F
Target Temperature160°F

Recommended Wood: Hickory or Pecan

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds smoked sausage links
  • ½ cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce

Directions

Smoke the sausage at 225°F until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. During the final 20 minutes, brush lightly with Five Alarm BBQ Sauce and allow the glaze to caramelize before serving.

Perfect Pairings

Baked beans, grilled onions and peppers, potato salad.

Leftover Ideas

Sausage sandwiches, jambalaya, breakfast hash.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

Apply just enough sauce to build heat without masking the smoky sausage flavor.

Five Alarm Jalapeño Poppers

These smoked jalapeño poppers are stuffed with creamy cheese, wrapped in bacon, and finished with Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce.

Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time75–90 minutes
Rest Time5 minutes
Servings8
Smoker Temperature250°F
Target TemperatureBacon crisp / peppers tender

Recommended Wood: Apple or Cherry

Ingredients

  • 12 jalapeños, halved
  • 8 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • 12 slices bacon
  • ½ cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce

Directions

Fill each jalapeño half with the cheese mixture, wrap with bacon, and smoke at 250°F until the bacon is nearly crisp. Brush lightly with Five Alarm BBQ Sauce during the final 15–20 minutes and continue cooking until the glaze is set.

Perfect Pairings

Smoked wings, burgers, pulled pork.

Leftover Ideas

Dice into mac and cheese or omelets.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

Even heat lovers appreciate balance—let the bacon and smoke complement the sauce.