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Meet kenny d
Kenny Dasher is the mastermind behind Ol' Geechee BBQ, named after the Ogeechee River that runs through his hometown of Savannah, GA. It’s here that Kenny’s passion for barbecue took root and grew into a legacy.
Starting out with Hogwaller BBQ, Kenny built a reputation for real-deal,
no-nonsense barbecue. His first restaurant, KD’s BBQ, became a go-to spot, known for its bold flavors and hearty servings in Nahunta, Ga. Demand for his BBQ, along with his signature sauces and rubs, set the stage for what would become a BBQ staple.
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OUR FOUNDER, JOHNNY MORRIS
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Entrepreneur
Conservationist
CONNECTING GENERATIONS
TO THE OUTDOORS
Johnny (John L) Morris, founder and CEO of Bass Pro Shops, got his start in 1972 by selling fishing tackle out of the back of his father’s store. Since then, Johnny has earned a reputation as one of the most visionary and influential retailers of the last 50 years. Today he is known as a retail and travel destination pioneer.
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Thanksgiving Turkey: A Perfect Salt Brine & Kenny D's Rib Rub Recipe
As Thanksgiving approaches, the aroma of roasting turkey fills the air, evoking memories of family gatherings and festive feasts.
This year, why not elevate your Thanksgiving dinner with a mouthwatering grilled turkey? With a delicious salt brine and our very own Kenny D's Rib Rub, this recipe promises a juicy, tender turkey that will impress your guests and leave them asking for seconds!
The Importance of Brining
Brining is a crucial step in ensuring your turkey remains moist and flavorful. By soaking the turkey in a salt brine, you allow the meat to absorb moisture and enhance its flavor. The result? A succulent turkey that’s bursting with taste and juicy goodness.
Ingredients You'll Need For the Brine:
1 gallon water
1 cup kosher salt
1 cup brown sugar
4 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons black peppercorns
2 tablespoons fresh thyme (or 2 teaspoons dried thyme)
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary (or 2 teaspoons dried rosemary)
1 lemon, sliced (optional)
For the Rub:
Kenny D's Rib Rub (use as directed on the package for your turkey) 1/4 cup olive oil
1. Brine the Turkey
Start by preparing the brine. In a large pot, combine the water, kosher salt, brown sugar, minced garlic, peppercorns, thyme, rosemary, and lemon slices. Stir until the salt and sugar dissolve completely. If you want to cool the brine faster, add ice.
Next, submerge your thawed turkey in the brine, ensuring it’s fully covered. Cover the pot and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours. This is the secret to achieving a perfectly juicy turkey that will be the centerpiece of your Thanksgiving table.
2. Create the Flavorful Rub
While your turkey is brining, it’s time to prepare for the rub. After rinsing and drying your turkey post-brining, generously apply Kenny D's Rib Rub all over the turkey, including under the skin. This will infuse the turkey with rich, smoky flavors that perfectly complement the juicy meat.
3. Grill or Smoke to Perfection
4. Rest and Serve
Once the turkey is perfectly cooked, remove it from the grill and let it rest for at least 20 to 30 minutes. This step is crucial as it allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring that every bite is juicy and delicious.
This Thanksgiving, impress your family and friends with a beautifully grilled turkey that’s been brined to perfection and seasoned with Kenny D's Rib Rub. With a bit of preparation and love, your turkey will be the star of the show, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Happy Thanksgiving, and enjoy the delicious feast!
Kenny D's Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
1 whole chicken (about 3-4 pounds)
2-3 tablespoons Kenny D's Rib Rub
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 lemon, halved4 cloves garlic, crushed
Fresh herbs (like rosemary, thyme, or parsley (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken:
Remove the giblets and excess fat from the cavity of the chicken. Rinse the chicken under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels.
Season the Chicken:
Rub the olive oil all over the chicken, including under the skin where possible. This helps the skin get crispy and adds flavor.
Generously sprinkle Kenny D's Rib Rub all over the chicken, making sure to coat it evenly. Rub it in well for maximum flavor.
Season the cavity of the chicken with salt and pepper. Stuff the cavity with the halved lemon, crushed garlic, and any fresh herbs you’re using.
Preheat the Grill or Oven:
If using a rotisserie attachment on your grill, preheat it according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If using an oven, preheat to 375°F (190°C).
Cook the Chicken:
If using a grill with a rotisserie, secure the chicken on the spit and start the rotisserie. Cook for about 1 to 1.5 hours or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) in the thickest part of the thigh.
If cooking in the oven, place the chicken breast-side up in a roasting pan. Roast for about 1.5 hours, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F. You can baste the chicken with its juices halfway through cooking for added moisture.
Rest and Serve:
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the grill or oven and let it rest for about 10-15 minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute, ensuring a moist chicken.
Tips for Best Results
Brining (Optional): For even juicier chicken, consider brining the chicken in a saltwater solution for a few hours before seasoning.
Cooking Time: Cooking times may vary based on the size of the chicken and your specific grill or oven, so always check the internal temperature.
Leftovers: Store leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
Enjoy your delicious Kenny D's Rib Rub rotisserie chicken, perfect for family dinners or meal prep!
Best ever Rib Recipe w/ Sweet Blue
Ingredients
2 racks of baby back ribs
1/2 cup Kenny D's Rib Rub
1 cup Sweet Blue BBQ Sauce
Instructions
Prepare the Ribs:
Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs and trim any excess fascia from the bottom. This helps the seasoning penetrate the meat better and allows for more tender ribs.Rinse the ribs under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
Season the Ribs:
Generously sprinkle Kenny D's Rib Rub all over the ribs, ensuring an even coat on both sides. Rub it in well to ensure the flavors penetrate the meat. Let the ribs marinate overnight in the refrigerator for maximum flavor.
Preheat the Smoker:
Preheat your smoker to 225°F.
Cook the Ribs:
Place the seasoned ribs in the smoker and cook for about 3 to 4 hours, maintaining a steady temperature.
About halfway through cooking, cover the ribs loosely with tinfoil to prevent over-browning and add Sweet Blue BBQ Sauce. Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches about 190°F to 203°F and the meat is tender.
Rest and Serve:
Once cooked, remove the ribs from the smoker and let them rest for about 10 minutes before cutting.
Slice the ribs between the bones and serve them with extra Sweet Blue BBQ Sauce on the side for dipping.
Tips for Best Results
Check for Doneness: Ribs are done when they are tender and the meat has pulled back from the bones. A good indicator is when the internal temperature reaches about 190°F to 203°F.
Enjoy your delicious Kenny D's Rib Rub ribs slathered in Sweet Blue BBQ Sauce—perfect for impressing family and friends at your next holiday get together!
ABOUT KENNY D
The Legend Behind Ol' Geechee BBQKenny Dasher, aka Kenny D, is the mastermind behind Ol' Geechee BBQ, named after the Ogeechee River that runs through his hometown of Savannah, GA. It’s here that Kenny’s passion for barbecue took root and grew into a legacy.
Starting out with Hogwaller BBQ, Kenny built a reputation for real-deal, no-nonsense barbecue. His first restaurant, KD’s BBQ, became a go-to spot, known for its bold flavors and hearty servings. Demand for his BBQ, along with his signature sauces and rubs, set the stage for what would become a BBQ empire.
A proud disabled military veteran, Kenny brings the same dedication and heart to his BBQ as he did to his service. His love for the grill started young, helping out at family BBQs and pig roasts, and he’s been perfecting his craft ever since.
Today, Kenny has partnered with HERO Foods as their BBQ guru and head of acidified foods. Together, they’re turning out award-winning sauces and rubs that pair perfectly with HERO’s premium beef, chicken, and pork. Whether you’re a backyard BBQ fan or a pitmaster, Kenny’s products bring that next-level flavor every time. This Christmas, give the gift of Ol' Geechee BBQ. Grab our sauces and rubs for your next cookout and see for yourself why Kenny D’s BBQ is the stuff of legends. The proof? It’s in every bite.
From our family to yours!
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LIFE'S BETTER WITH REAL FOOD & GREAT FRIENDS
HERO stands for “Healing the Environment, Regenerating Ourselves.”
We need to heal the environment through better growing practices and regenerate ourselves through better eating choices. HERO Cooperative connects the farmer growing the products and the consumer seeking those high-quality goods for healthier, cleaner living. Local and regional producers are improving the quality of the food (non-GMO, organic) and local, regional consumers are gaining access to those farmers and their products.
It’s time for the smaller, quality producers to reconnect with the consumers for the benefit of the community. We are bringing the farm to the table and competing with the big food producers and beating them with high quality products at better prices and value through our integrated supply chain. We are tipping the scales back towards the favor of smaller, local farmers, and the communities (including all demographics, especially traditionally underserved communities with less access, less options, less alternatives.)
THE BEGINNING
Johnny’s values were strongly shaped by his parents. Both were born in 1911 to very humble beginnings in the heart of the Ozarks in Willard, Missouri. His mother Genny was one of 10 children growing up in a two-bedroom house. His father John A. Morris grew up poor and was raised primarily by his Great Aunt. A decorated World War II veteran, John A. proudly served his country and participated in the Battle of the Bulge. Afterward he returned home to Missouri and became a successful merchant in the Springfield area.
Johnny’s parents both loved to hunt and fish and soon shared their passions with their son. From an early age, Johnny understood how fishing and hunting fostered a special respect and appreciation for nature and wildlife.
At age 21, Johnny fell in love with the emerging sport of bass fishing and spent five years on the professional circuit. After noticing growing interest in the sport, Johnny started Bass Pro Shops with 8 square feet of space in the back of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, the company’s sole location for the first 13 years of business. Johnny’s passion for the outdoors and his feel for the products and shopping experiences desired by outdoor enthusiasts helped transform the industry.
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FROM GRILL TO TALBE
RIBS
3-4 HOURS
CHICKEN
2 HOURS
WINGS
20-30 MINS
PORK
8-10 HOURS
FIVE PILLARS, ONE PASSION
CONSERVATION
Johnny Morris is creating an unprecedented alliance of over 200 million passionate customers, team members, industry partners and leading conservation organizations to make a significant impact in our communities and the future of the outdoors.
OMNICHANNEL RETAIL: BASS PRO SHOPS AND CABELA’S
Johnny pioneered the concept of destination retail and created an outdoor gear enterprise that is one of the most beloved and well-recognized brands in North America. Today, Bass Pro Shops has nearly 200 retail stores and marine centers across North America and Outfitters welcome more than 200 million visitors annually.
MANUFACTURING: WHITE RIVER MARINE GROUP
In 1978, Johnny Morris revolutionized the marine industry when he introduced Bass Tracker, the world’s first “fish ready” professionally rigged and nationally marketed boat, motor and trailer package. For the first time, fishermen could buy quality fishing boats “factory direct” at tremendous savings, allowing thousands of families to access the water for the first time. The development allowed Tracker to compete aggressively against larger, more established brands. For more than 40 years running, Tracker has remained the
No. 1-selling fishing boat brand in America. In 2010, Tracker Marine Group surpassed Brunswick to become the leading boat manufacturer in the world.
HOSPITALITY: BIG CEDAR LODGE
Almost 30 years ago Johnny began development on what is now Big Cedar Lodge. Today the nature-based resort hosts more than 1 million guests annually. Nestled in its own wooded hollow on more than 4,600 acres, Big Cedar Lodge rests on the shores of the sparkling 50,000-acre Table Rock Lake and features a collection of lodges, cottages and cabins rooted in rustic elegance that come with all the modern comforts. Big Cedar also offers four restaurants, a world-class spa, five swimming pools, more than 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, and dynamic land and water adventures ranging from bass fishing, water skiing and lake cruises to campfire wagon tours and horseback riding.
SPORTSMAN’S CLUB
The Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s CLUB is a comprehensive customer loyalty program that allows customers to better connect with our company and the outdoors. This allows customers who share our passion for nature to join our conservation efforts while earning great rewards.
ONE OF AMERICA’S FOREMOST CONSERVATION LEADERS
In conservation circles Bass Pro Shops founder Johnny Morris is often referred to as a modern-day Theodore Roosevelt for his leadership, personal commitment and dedication to conservation efforts.
A conservationist at heart, Johnny Morris recognized the need for citizens to take a strong position in the careful management and use of our natural resources. Using his entrepreneurial success as a platform for that cause, he has contributed heavily both in time and resources to many significant conservation organizations and initiatives.
Today he is one of the country’s leaders working to ensure natural habitats, wildlife and the outdoors remain healthy and abundant for future generations to protect and enjoy, having established a significant personal legacy that spans national initiatives and extensive partnerships supporting conservation organizations.
NATURE-BASED ATTRACTIONS AND EXPERIENCES
From innovative products and retail destinations to world-class resorts and attractions, Johnny is driven by a passion for creating signature experiences that help families connect to nature and each other. Natural beauty, quality raftsmanship, attention to detail and
family fun are the hallmarks of every project Johnny pursues.
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