Pencils, Notebooks, Backpacks. The checklists seem never-ending this time of year. With our Back to School BBQ Checklist, along with Sonny’s Catering and Family Meal Deals, consider this your Study Guide to success.
One Stop Shop for Keeping the Kids Fed
This should be a course in and of itself. With all the things you’re balancing every day, it takes a lot of time and energy to make sure the kids have something delicious to eat every school night. That’s where our checklist comes in. Get just a few of these simple to make, kid-friendly items and you’ll ace the test.
Back to School BBQ Checklist
1. Pulled Pork & Buns
- There’s something simple and easy about a Pulled Pork Sandwich. Smoking a whole Pork Butt will keep you fed for days, and sandwiches are easy to make.
- Kid-friendly hack: Get small buns and make sliders. They’re much easier for little fingers.
2. Smoked Turkey
- For something a bit leaner, you can’t go wrong with Smoked Turkey. Grab it from Sonny’s or your local butcher and add onto a sandwich. It also easy to toss onto a salad.
- Kid-friendly hack: Add some Sonny’s Sweet BBQ Sauce to their sandwich. Trust us.
3. Mac & Cheese
- Who loves this creamy & dreamy side? Kids. This is easy to make ahead of time, and portion it out in your kids’ dinner throughout the week. A bonus: it heats up in the microwave nicely too.
- Kid-friendly hack: Add some of your kids’ favorite shredded cheese on top if you’re baking it. It’s that extra touch that goes a long way.
4. BBQ Beans
- Another easy one to batch cook ahead of time. Whether they’re simmered on the stove or baked in the oven, make a tray of these and you’ll have sides for days.
- Kid-friendly hack: Slice up some cooked hot dogs and add them to the beans, now you’ve got an easy weeknight meal.
Family Meal Deals
Want all of this kid-friendly checklist in one place? On the way home, pick up our new Pork & Tender Family Pack for $32.99. This kid-friendly package is sure to be a crowd-pleaser and comes with:
- 1 pound of Pulled Pork
- 6 jumbo Chicken Tenders
- 2 Sidekicks (Our suggestion: Mac & Cheese + BBQ Beans)
- 4 Pieces of Bread
How can we make this even easier? Order it ahead on the Sonny’s App. You can schedule it for when you’re drivin’ home and meet us outside for our new and improved curbside experience. You don’t even need to leave your car. What’s more, if you order on the app, you’ll be earnin’ rewards you can use on some sweet rewards. Now that’s an easy Back to School BBQ Meal kids and parents will love.
Smokin’ Catering Options
What if you’re lookin’ for a Back to School BBQ Meal you can keep on savorin’? In that case, it’s time to Create Your Own BBQ Bundle. Just as the name suggests, you’ve got even more freedom here. Simply take your pick of our slow-smoked meats, sidekicks and bread and create your family’s perfect feast. You’ll have more than enough to go around.
Check out some of our options below, and get to plannin’ your weeknight dinner:
If you’re feeding more than just the fam, get a closer look at what Sonny’s Catering has to offer. From tempting appetizers to party-size portions, we’ve got something sweet in store.
Recipes for Busy Families
Everyone’s lookin’ for savings, so we understand if you want to fire up the smoker at home. But we won’t leave you smolderin’ there either. Head Pitmaster Shannon Snell fires things up with recipes that would make an amazing Back to School BBQ Meal.
With our Budget Friendly BBQ Meal Prep, Shannon takes you through three delicious meals that are lunchbox ready and won’t break the bank: Smoked Mac & Cheese, Pork Tenderloin Tacos and Bourbon Smoked & Fried Chicken Wings. Trust us, that Smoked Mac & Cheese will make you the envy of the office or cafeteria. While on YouTube, be sure to Subscribe to get more BBQ Tips and Recipes. We’ve got a lot cookin’ up in our smoker, and you don’t want to miss any of it.
Make a Sonny’s Stop After School
Alright, you’ve got your checklist and you’re ready for class. So, whether you follow that to a T or go for one of our convenient Family Meal Deal options, there are plenty of ways to get your family their favorite BBQ as they get back in the swing of things.
Here’s another idea. If you’re lookin’ for good family time. Stop by your local Sonny’s after school. We’d love to welcome you in for some slow-smoked BBQ and quality time around our table. With bus routes, sports practice and homework, the last thing you need to worry about is lunch or dinner on a school night. So, take it from us, consider that box checked.
