There’s a New Flavor in Town: Welcome Rancher BBQ Braised Beef

When it comes to hearty, mouthwatering meals that evoke feelings of comfort and togetherness, few cuisines rival the charm of American barbecue, and few restaurants rival Bob Evans. This time-honored tradition, deeply embedded in the fabric of American culinary culture has found an irresistible new flavor combination at your local Bob Evans.

Starting today, “There’s A New Flavor in Town” with the addition of three tantalizing Rancher BBQ Braised Beef menu items, made with slow-cooked, braised and barbecued beef, ranch dressing and a sweet and smoky BBQ sauce, available system wide as dine-in or takeout meals and for lunch or dinner delivery

To celebrate the new dishes, we’re going to take a quick look into the rich history of American barbecue and unveil each dish that pay homage, while adding a craveable Bob Evan’s twist, to this beloved culinary heritage.

The Legacy of American Barbecue

American barbecue has evolved over centuries, and its roots can be traced back to Native American and Indigenous cooking methods that involved slow-cooking meats over open flames. However, it was during the colonization of the Americas and the influence of diverse cultures that barbecue truly flourished. Then again, in the early 1920s, the cooking technique became accessible to a wider audience with the invention of the first charcoal briquette by Henry Ford and Thomas Edison's friend, E.G. Kingsford

Fun Fact 1: World's Longest BBQ Marathon

In 2014, a team of barbecue enthusiasts from the United States set a Guinness World Record for the longest continuous barbecue marathon. They barbecued for an impressive 80 hours, 20 minutes, and 20 seconds!

Fun Fact 2: Presidential Barbecue Traditions

Barbecue has even made its way to the White House, becoming a cherished tradition for many U.S. presidents. Lyndon B. Johnson, known for his Texan roots, hosted iconic barbecues featuring his secret barbecue sauce recipe. Even Abraham Lincoln was reported to have a fondness for the flavors, enjoying barbecues with his family and advisors.

Fun Fact 3: Community Connection

One of the enduring charms of barbecue is its ability to bring communities together – something we highly cherish at Bob Evans Restaurants. Barbecue festivals, cook-offs and trying new dishes or techniques (like the Rancher BBQ Beef) are all rooted in the spirit of camaraderie and shared love for good food. It's a culinary experience that transcends generations and fosters connections.

Discovering the NEW Rancher BBQ Braised Beef Menu

Now that we've learned a little about American barbecue, it's time to explore the mouthwatering Rancher BBQ Beef menu items, available for curbside dinner pick up, carryout dinner and dinner delivery.

Rancher BBQ Beef Dinner: A BBQ lover’s dream perfect for lunch or dinner, featuring flavorful braised and barbecued beef layered atop crispy baby potatoes, cheddar, bacon and ranch dressing, drizzled with sweet and smoky BBQ sauce and topped with crispy onion rings.

Rancher BBQ Beef Mac & Cheese: An all-in-one deep-dish bowl featuring tender slow-cooked BBQ beef and crispy bacon atop creamy mac and cheese, topped with real cheddar cheese and drizzled with ranch dressing.

Rancher BBQ Beef Burger: A burger packed full of BBQ goodness, featuring flavorful braised and barbecued beef, American cheese, ranch dressing and crispy onion rings all on a toasted brioche bun. Served with French fries and deli pickles.

Starting today, guests can now order the new Rancher BBQ Beef dishes at all Bob Evans locations for dine-in, carryout dinner or lunch and dinner delivery. To learn more, find a location near you, or to place an order, visit: www.BobEvans.com

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