Backyard BBQ Essentials: The Best Hot Dogs & Bacon Picks
Fire up the grill—it’s time for backyard BBQ season.
During summer, there’s nothing like enjoying the sunshine and smoky, grilled flavor of delicious food with friends and family. And if you only buy the best for your loved ones, “whole foods bacon” and “whole foods hot dogs” are probably at the top of your shopping list.
Fortunately, Wellshire franks, hot dogs, hamburgers, sausages, and more are all made with natural ingredients, humanely raised, and conveniently available at a Whole Foods near you—how’s that for checking all your boxes?
Ensure the best barbeque in town this summer with Wellshire’s BBQ must-haves, grill tips, and more.
BBQ Must-Haves
When it comes to choosing the best meats for your barbecue, a top factor to consider is personal preference. Do you want juicy red meat, on-the-go franks, sizzling bacon, or all of the above? You’ll want to consider your crowd’s cravings, too—kids, adults, and maybe a scrap (or two) for your furry friend.
Regardless of whether you opt for hot dogs, sausages, or something else entirely, Wellshire’s all-natural meats are the perfect choice for any barbecue. Anyone can enjoy our clean, simple flavors because they’re free of common allergens and carefully labeled.
Hot Dogs and Sausages
Hot dogs are a classic cookout staple, but not all hot dogs are created equal. If you’re looking for a high-quality option, try our Premium Uncured Beef Franks. They’re easy to cook and grill-ready straight from the package. Plus, they’re pre-seasoned with natural flavorings like organic vinegar, cherry powder, paprika, and cultured celery powder.
For a paleo-friendly option, check out the Sugar Free Grass Fed Uncured Beef Franks.
Want to add some tasty grilled sausages to the menu? Sausages are some of the most versatile BBQ foods—they can be eaten in a bun like a hot dog, enjoyed with a knife and fork, or tossed with fresh grilled vegetables.
For an equally versatile spread, try our three different vegetarian-fed Wellshire sausages: turkey, pork, and chorizo.
Grilled Bacon
The crisp, smoky crunch of bacon can be enjoyed well beyond breakfast—this meat is actually a fantastic option for backyard BBQs, too. Grilling bacon gives it a good sear and that unmistakable charred flavor. Use it to make bacon burgers, crumble it over a fresh salad, or enjoy it on its own.
For your next cookout, check out our Applewood Dry Rubbed Uncured Pork Bacon. Applewood is both slightly sweet and smoky, making it easy to combine with the rest of your BBQ menu. We also recommend the Thick Sliced Dry Rubbed Uncured Pork Bacon, which holds its shape well on the grill. Plus, there’s no added water—that means you get maximum bacon flavor.
How to Grill Perfectly
Part of becoming a grill master is understanding how to grill your meats perfectly. Here are a few simple yet must-know tips for grilling the best hot dogs, sausages, bacon, and more:
- Set a timer – The last thing you want is to get distracted by all the barbecue fun and accidentally burn your meat. Help yourself out by using a handy timer.
- Rotate and flip – To ensure an even char on all sides, periodically rotate or flip your franks, sausages, and bacon slices.
- Watch out for grease drip – When you’re grilling, grease can drip down onto the grill flame, causing a fire hazard—especially when grilling bacon. To avoid this, pay close attention to your grill at all times, or use tin foil or a grill sheet.
The Wellshire Difference: All Natural BBQ
Another part of becoming a grill master? Knowing how to choose the highest-quality products for grilling. That’s why we always recommend Wellshire meats—for BBQ season and beyond.
Why choose Wellshire? All of our meats are:
- Humanely raised – Our animals roam freely on family-owned farms.
- Vegetarian-fed – Our animals don’t eat any animal products. Instead, they’re given a vegetarian-fed diet. As opposed to grain-fed meat, grass-fed meat is more nutritious and more ecologically sustainable.
- All natural – Our products are only seasoned with natural ingredients, like sea salt, organic cane sugar, cultured celery powder, and paprika—just check our transparent labels.
- Free of artificial additives – You can trust that there are no nitrates, nitrites, antibiotics, or added growth hormones in any of our meats.
When you choose Wellshire franks, hot dogs, bacon, and more, you stock your BBQ with incredible-tasting meat that you and your guests can feel good about.
Shop Wellshire BBQ Supplies at Whole Foods
Wellshire is the name to remember when buying Whole Foods hot dogs, bacon, and more. Browse all of our high-quality products, from smoked Polish sausages to classic beef franks, to create the perfect menu for your next cookout.
We also have you covered for non-grill dishes. Pick up some savory deli meat for a charcuterie platter or whip up some breaded chicken nuggets for the kids.
Stock up for your next BBQ at a Whole Foods near you, or order online from Amazon Fresh and enjoy your favorite Wellshire meats delivered straight to your door.
Sources:
Smells Like Home. How to Cook Bacon on the Grill. https://www.smells-like-home.com/2013/07/grilled-bacon/. Healthline. Grass-Fed vs. Grain-Fed Beef — What’s the Difference? https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/grass-fed-vs-grain-fed-beef.
