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An American Story

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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Preserve the Pit

The history of grilling at Kingsford is a classic American story. It all started in 1919 when Edward G. Kingsford helped Henry Ford procure a stretch of timberland to supply wood for his auto plants.

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American Pride

An American-made company founded over 100 years ago, Kingsford has a lot to be proud of. Our employees have been continuing the family tradition in backyards across the nation.

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The Kingsford Difference

Kingsford has been fueling legendary grills since 1920, and we’re still America’s #1 charcoal for good reason. Our briquets light faster, burn longer, and deliver the high heat you need for exceptional results. Whether you’re searing steaks or savoring smoky flavors, one thing’s for certain — nothing beats the original.

Recipes

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeño Shrimp Poppers

Seafood foodies will enjoy this popular appetizer paired with a succulent shrimp.

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Cooking for 6 people

Ingredients

  • 12

    whole jalapeños, halved lengthwise with seeds and membranes removed

  • 24

    fully cooked, tail-on shrimp

  • 24 slices

    bacon

  • 1 cup

    cream cheese

  • 2 tbsp.

    Bloody Mary rub


1Food Prep

Begin by slicing the jalapeños lengthwise and removing the seeds and membranes.

Fill each jalapeño with cream cheese and place a shrimp on top of the cream cheese.

Next, wrap each popper with a piece of bacon and place on a pellet grill cooking mat (or any grill-proof mat) and season lightly with the Bloody Mary rub.

2Grill Prep

3The Cook

    • Load your pellet grill with Kingsford® Grillmaster’s Choice pellets, and preheat to 350°F.

    • When you’re at temp, place the grill mat with the poppers inside your pellet grill, and cook for 20 minutes, or until the bacon is fully cooked.

    • Enjoy with friends and family!

Recipe created by recteq on behalf of Kingsford® Charcoal.

  • For safe meat preparation, reference the USDA website.

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