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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.

Kingsford® Recipe Collections

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Easy Holiday Dinner Recipes & Grilling Ideas

Bring cheer to your holiday table with festive foods that are perfect for any dinner party, potluck, or grilling feast. Our easy recipes make planning your holiday menu fun and effortless. Celebrate the season with BBQ dishes that are as joyful as they are delicious!

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Easy Thanksgiving Grilling Recipes: Dinner & Side Dish Ideas

Celebrate the flavors of the season with a delicious Thanksgiving meal! From classic side dishes and traditional dinner ideas to easy BBQ and grilling recipes, Kingsford has everything you need for a memorable holiday. Explore our top Thanksgiving food picks and menu inspiration to make your feast truly unforgettable.

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The Perfect Grilled Veggies Collection

Fire up our selection of certified crowd pleasers. These recipes are your go-to for the perfect veggies, each and every time.

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The Perfect Grilled Seafood Collection

Fire up our selection of certified crowd pleasers. These recipes are your go-to for the perfect seafood, each and every time.

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The Perfect Grilled Poultry Collection

Fire up our selection of certified crowd pleasers. These recipes are your go-to for the perfect chicken, each and every time.

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The Perfect Grilled Pork Collection

Fire up our selection of certified crowd pleasers. These recipes are your go-to for the perfect pork, each and every time.

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The Perfect Beef Collection

Fire up our selection of certified crowd pleasers. These recipes are your go-to for the perfect steak, each and every time.

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The Best Burger Recipe Collection

Want to be a grill master? You’ve got to perfect the classics. Pick a burger recipe and add another notch to your grilling belt.

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Grill Up the Best BBQ with Kingsford’s Summer Dishes

Grill it like you mean it. Here’s a lineup of crowd-pleasing summer dishes that’ll help you turn up the heat on neighborhood cookouts, family dinners, or friendly get-togethers.

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Spring into Grilling Season

The birds are singing, the flowers are blooming, and around here, that can only mean one thing—grilling season is in full swing. Lucky for you, we’ve got spring BBQ recipe ideas for lamb, ham, beef, fish, and more. Now let’s get grilling!

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Smoke Sessions

This panel of BBQ and grilling specialists are here to show you how to Smoke, Grill, Sear, Bake, Roast and Braise like a pro, so you can master your flavor on any grill.

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Give Mom the Gift of Grilling

From breakfast in bed to sweet treats and savory surprises, make her day extra special by serving up a Mother’s Day cookout menu that says, “I love you, Mom!”

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King of the Tailgate Recipe Collection

Fire up your tailgate with this crowd-pleasing collection of Kingsford game day dishes inspired by some of the country's top colleges. No matter who you're rooting for, these recipes will turn any college football game day into a win — no matter the score.

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Jason Kelce: King of the Grill Collection

Jason Kelce is taking his talents from the field to the grill with four championship-worthy dishes that’ll score big with your friends and family. 

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Grilling with Ranch

We teamed up with the flavor wizards at Hidden Valley® Ranch to bring you a series of inspired recipes that are as easy to grill as they are to eat.

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Grill ’n’ Chill Memorial Day Recipes

When it comes to good times and great food, we’ve always got your back. That’s why we’re kicking off Memorial Day in style with a little Red, White & BBQ, courtesy of these mouthwatering recipes.

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Global Grill

Take your grill on a tasty trip around the globe with this curated collection of fired-up international favorites.

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Game On for Game Day

Grab the remote, light the grill, and invite the neighbors. The Big Game is on and so is the smoky flavor with drool-worthy recipes to kickstart your game day spread.

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FIeld to Flame

We hope you’re hungry because this Kingsford and Masterbuilt collaboration is serving up some of the freshest grilling recipes you’ve ever laid your tastebuds on.

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Grill It Up for Dad

Fire up the grill and let the good times roll with a collection of Father’s Day BBQ party ideas that bring the heat, the flavor, and the fun.

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Easy Tailgate. Easy Win.

The big game calls for big flavor. Add these recipes to your lineup and use Kingsford® Match Light® Charcoal to instantly light up the grill.

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Chef David Collection

Fire up your grill and get ready for a smoke and char-filled flavor adventure with this collection of recipes from Chef David Olson — a nationally recognized American Culinary Federation Chef and award-winning creator of recipes cooked over fire.

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Big Game Eats

Kingsford and recteq team up to bring you the best Big Game eats for you and your family. Get your lineup ready for some major grilling touchdowns.

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Beercoal Recipe Collection

Crack open these recipes that feature Kingsford® charcoal briquets made with real beer* to ensure any backyard, lakeside or rooftop barbecue tastes as great as the Miller Lite® in your hand.  

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30 Minute Meals

Half an hour and a bag of Kingsford® is all it takes to create crave worthy meals on your grill.

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