Category Archives: main course
Beer Can Chicken– Does the Beer matter?
I finally got around to making Beer Can Chicken after seeing it in about 400 cooking shows, 273 cooking magazines, and 4.7 million websites. In most of those presentations I saw a common thing– the beer being used was typically … Continue reading
Ceviche Crab Stack
Last weekend I prepared a surf-and-turf dinner for eight with a twist. No steamed lobsters and New York strips this time around, instead a spicy, tangy journey across Central America. First, petit filet mignons with a Mexican-inspired red wine and … Continue reading
Mussels with Smoked Salmon and Cream Sauce
Meh. I saw this recipe in a cook book at my mom’s house and it seemed like it would be good. It was so-so. I’ll be sticking with this one in the future. The recipe, in case you’re looking for … Continue reading
Rosemary Grilled Chicken Thighs
Add this to your “Things-to-keep-on-hand-for-fast-and-excellent-meals” list: Boneless, skinless chicken thighs. This is one item that I try to keep bulk packs of in the freezer. Typically I buy a 16-pack and divide it in half for freezer storage. It’s easy … Continue reading
Fish Tacos
A favorite, summer foodie event for me is sitting out on the deck, consuming mass quantities of Fresh-Mex and cooling off with a Margarita or another choice cold beverage. Fish tacos, with fresh, grilled mahi-mahi, pico de gallo, and crème … Continue reading
Kabob Kubideh
Something different to do with ground beef. The dancing is optional, but it does make it taste better. The Recipe: 1 lb Ground Beef, 80-85% lean 1 Large White Onion, grated & water drained 1 Garlic Clove, crushed 1 Large … Continue reading
Italian Meatballs
The family recipe! Two recipes for the price of one: Italian Meatballs 1 to 1.5 lbs of Ground Beef (80%-85% lean) 1 Egg 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese 1/2 cup Italian-style Bread Crumbs 1 heaping tsp dried basil 1 heaping tbl … Continue reading