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2017 Jack Daniel's Invitational Team Lineup

August 9, 2017

From October 27-28, over 100 championship barbecue teams from around the world will descend on Lynchburg, TN for the 29th Annual Jack Daniel's World Championship Invitational Barbecue.

Once there, teams compete in seven categories: Pork Ribs, Pork Shoulder/Butts, Beef Brisket, Chicken, Dessert, Cook’s Choice (Home Cookin’ from the Homeland for internationals) and Jack Daniel’s Sauce. Winners will savor their share of more than $45,000 in cash and prizes.

Here's the complete list of those teams selected to compete in this year's Invitational contest...

Grilled Strip Steak with Gremolata and Chipotle Olive Oil

August 5, 2017

Made up of parsley, garlic, and lemon, gremolata is an easy-to-make condiment that is quite popular in Italy and pairs nicely with grilled veal, steak, and more.

For this recipe, I use some amazing Wagyu New York strip steaks from Snake River Farms* which are perfectly marbled and packed with flavor, but you can substitute virtually any steak. To really take the flavor over the top, I finish the steak with a homemade chipotle olive oil.

Mozzarella and Bacon Stuffed Smithfield Pork Chop with Charred Pineapple Salsa

July 31, 2017

If you’re tired of boring pork chops then you’ll love today’s recipe for Mozzarella and Bacon Stuffed Pork Chops with Charred Pineapple Salsa featuring Smithfield’s new Roasted Garlic and Herb Pork Chops!

Pork Tenderloin Lollipops with Soy-Ginger Dipping Sauce

June 30, 2017

Continuing Grillocracy’s partnership with the fine folks at Smithfield*, today we’re firing up the grill for what is certain to become one of your “go to” appetizers -- Pork Tenderloin Lollipops with Soy-Ginger Dipping Sauce featuring Smithfield Roasted Garlic and Cracked Black Pepper Fresh Pork Tenderloin!