Cul-de-Sac Classics

You know the moment. The smoke starts rolling, and one by one the neighbors wander over to see what's on the grill. These are the recipes I make for those days.
Ham & Cheese Sliders
  • Mike 'Rock' Rauch
  • February 16, 2026
  • 6 Mins Read

Ham & Cheese Sliders

Leftover Smoked Ham & Swiss Sliders on the Traeger (with Chipotle Aioli) If you’re staring at leftover ham and

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Traeger 2-1-1 Ribs Recipe
  • Mike 'Rock' Rauch
  • October 4, 2025
  • 6 Mins Read

Traeger 2-1-1 Ribs Recipe

Traeger 2-1-1 Spare Ribs: Sweet, Sticky, and Tender. When it comes to BBQ spare ribs, the 2-1-1 method on the Traeger

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Traeger sheet pan nachos with melted cheese, ground beef, corn, and green peppers at a Michigan tailgate
  • Mike 'Rock' Rauch
  • September 24, 2025
  • 7 Mins Read

Traeger Sheet Pan Nachos Recipe

These Traeger sheet pan nachos are what I make every year when the kids and I head up to the Big House for a game. One

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Simple Guacamole Recipe
  • Mike 'Rock' Rauch
  • September 10, 2025
  • 4 Mins Read

Simple Guacamole Recipe

Bold & Delicious Guacamole with Rock’s Coffee Rub There are a million ways to make guacamole, but this one is my

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Cilantro Lime Jasmine Rice Hero
  • Mike 'Rock' Rauch
  • May 24, 2024
  • 5 Mins Read

Cilantro Lime Jasmine Rice

Cilantro Lime Rice is an effortlessly simple yet incredibly flavorful side dish that is perfect for complementing your

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