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I love this season when the leaves appear, giving me the green light to grill often. The grill master in me appears, and I’m off planning recipes for an afternoon of entertaining with friends. My first provision stop is Cohasset butcher shop Teodora’s Boucherie Gourmande, known for its extensive meat selection and superior quality. The shop is a culinary mecca, offeringchef-inspired grilling options that are freshly prepared, locally sourced, and rich in flavor. You can order custom cuts or choose from its many options, like Baby Back Ribs, Bacon Wrapped Pork Tenderloin, Denver Steak, Porterhouse Steak, Prime Cowboy Steak, Prime Steak Flank, Ranch Steak, Tomahawk Steak, andjuicy Wagyu Burgers.There is simply no other butcher shop like it!
For al fresco dining, Teodora’s offers an ever-changing selection of mouthwatering kabobs dressed in exceptional house-made marinades like Citrus and Chimichurri. When I visited, there were 12 options including Steak and Onion; Turkey with Red Pepper and Onion; Pork with Rainbow Chard, Yellow Pepper and Onion; and BBQ Steak Tips. I thought I had made up my mind, until I saw the gourmet burger options, five to be precise! The cabinet had a Signature Classic Burger, a Sweet Bacon Burger, a Wagyu, and a Brisket. I settled on the Truffle Burger wrapped with bacon with a cream cheese center. It may be heaven under a bun. I also added a family favorite to my order, Potatoes Gratin. Heat the potatoes in the air fryer for a crispy finish.
If you make your own kabobs, Teodora’s has delicious Prime Steak Tips and Filet Mignon, ready to be dressed. Teodora’s has a tantalizing array of sauces with the best flavors such as Peter Luger’s Old Fashioned Sauce, a fat-free combination of horseradish and traditional rich brown steak sauce or Bachan’s Original Japanese Teriyaki BBQ Sauce, a savory-sweet recipe of soy, mirin, ginger, garlic, and green onion. Personally, I like Miller’s Sweet & Spicy Banana Pepper Sauce, which hasa bold, tangy heat. Let me be clear. It is not for the faint of heart! A tip for kabobs: try a flat, wide stainless steel skewer that can go over the hottest grill. They are reusable with pointed tips, making it easy to slide meat on. The flat sides prevent rolling on the grill and help cook food more quickly. I like William Sonoma’s Stainless Steel Skewers.
Teodora’s has homemade sausages like California Chicken or Hot Italian Chicken for party planning. Whole-animal butchery is another option where you’ll discover a broader range of flavors and cuts while also supporting sustainable practices that reduce food waste.
Try this recipe with easy-to-find ingredients.
Teodora’s Boucherie Gourmande’s Baby Back Ribs on the Grill Recipe
BBQ Sauce Ingredients
- 1 tsp olive oil
- ½ onion diced
- 1 tsp cumin
- 2/3 cup ketchup
- 1 tsp hot chili sauce
- 2 tsp brown sugar
- ¼ apple cider vinegar
Cooking Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the onions and cook until soft and translucent, 5 to 8 minutes.
- Stir in the cumin and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Add the ketchup, hot chili sauce, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar.
- Stir to combine, season with salt, then cook for 2 minutes.
- Set aside while the ribs finish baking.
Baby Back Ribs Ingredients
- 2 Teodora’s Baby Back Ribs (for two adult servings)
- Salt and Pepper
- Teodora BBQ Sauce
Cooking Instructions
- Preheat grill by raising it to 500 degrees, then lower the heat to medium, about 350 degrees, for 15 minutes.
- Sprinkle ribs with a lot of salt and pepper. Add Teodora’s BBQ Sauce.
- Put on grill for 25-30 minutes.
- Flip every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking and avoid burning. Add BBQ sauce on every flip.
- Remove after 30 minutes. The inside will be light pink. Place on a plate.
- Add sauce and wrap in tin foil.- Ribs will cook for another 8-10 minutes on the plate.