Publix brings BBQ burnt ends to summer without a smoker

• Publix wants to take the heat out of a summer favorite with something new: Smokehouse Marinated Pork Belly for Burnt Ends.
• The burnt ends will be available this summer.
• The Florida-based supermarket chain is expanding.

Nothing says summer like lazy beach days and barbecues.

Publix wants to take the heat out of a summer favorite with something new — Smokehouse Marinated Pork Belly for Burnt Ends.

The burnt ends "deliver the bold, slow-smoked flavor people expect from burnt ends, without the need for a smoker or long cook time. It’s fully marinated and oven-ready," Publix announced in a news release.

Craving burnt ends? Publix has the answer

"Great barbecue has traditionally required an extensive time commitment. But what if the bold, slow-smoked flavors of backyard barbecue could be achieved in a fraction of the time — no smoker, grill or guesswork needed?

"This summer, Publix is making it easier than ever to enjoy rich, indulgent bites packed with big barbecue goodness, thanks to a new product offering designed for maximum taste with minimal effort: Publix Smokehouse Marinated Pork Belly for Burnt Ends.

When are Publix burnt ends available?

Publix Smokehouse Marinated Pork Belly for Burnt Ends is available now through the summer, the company said.

Publix burnt ends offer 'maximum taste with minimal effort'

The Publix burnt ends are fully marinated and ready to cook in your oven.

"Publix is making it easier than ever to enjoy rich, indulgent bites packed with big barbecue goodness, thanks to a new product offering designed for maximum taste with minimal effort.

"Fully marinated and ready to cook, shoppers can enjoy the deep and savory tasting notes typically achieved through hours of slow smoking with just a simple trip to the oven." 

Publix supermarkets now in 8 states

According to its website, Publix has 1,435 locations in eight states.

Founded in Winter Haven, Florida in 1930, the chain has the most locations in the Sunshine State with 892 stores. A full breakdown of all locations includes:

• Florida: 892
• Georgia: 219
• Alabama: 96
• South Carolina: 74
• North Carolina: 62
• Tennessee: 62
• Virginia: 24
• Kentucky: 6

Cheryl McCloud is a journalist for the USA TODAY Network-Florida's service journalism Connect team. You can get all of Florida’s best content directly in your inbox each weekday day by signing up for the free newsletter, Florida TODAY, at https://floridatoday.com/newsletters.