Category: Cooking
July 30, 2019 is National Cheesecake Day!
In case all you #Foodies out there are unaware, today is National Cheesecake Day. For me, this is obviously something that needs to be taken advantage of so I thought I’d share the recipe I use when making a cheesecake. If you’re making or having cheesecake today, don’t hide it … show us in the […]
Continue ReadingChicken and Dumplings Recipe by Ree Drummond
Yesterday we tried Ree Drummond’s Chicken and Dumplings recipe. I made a few small modifications, described below, but other than that it’s one of the best Chicken and Dumplings recipe I’ve ever tried. And it’s so simple to make. I watch Ree Drummond on Food Network TV quite often and really enjoy the show. I’ve […]
Continue ReadingRed Wine Braised Short Ribs
This is one of my favorite meals; so flavorful, moist and tender! Served with potatoes, rice or grits makes for a relaxing dinner. Ingredients 5 pounds bone-in beef short ribs, cut crosswise into 2-inch pieces Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper 3 tablespoons vegetable oil 3 medium onions, chopped 3 medium carrots, peeled, chopped […]
Continue ReadingGrandma’s Perfect Caramels
Soft, chewy, and melt in your mouth caramel is the perfect candy to set out for guests or gift giving. With only a few staple ingredients and a little bit of time, homemade candy has never been easier. Ingredients 1 cup granulated sugar ¾ cup corn syrup ½ cup unsalted butter 1 cup heavy cream […]
Continue ReadingMom’s Shortbread Cookies
I was very lucky to have a mom who was not only a great mom, but a great cook too! I always enjoyed the holiday season because mom and the other wonderful cooks in our family tree broke out their mixers, cookie sheets and delicious recipes. One of my all-time favorites was (and still is) […]
Continue ReadingCountry Style Pork Ribs
Found a great buy on Country Style Pork Ribs and its hard for to pass that up. A great Country Style Pork Ribs is about 1 pount per rib with fat marbled throughout. Its that fat that makes them taste so good. I’ve always said, fat makes everything taste delicious. So, if you were hoping […]
Continue ReadingJamaican Jerk Chicken
The other night I had a craving for Jamaican Jerk Chicken. I’ve made this recipe before and it’s so good, I just had to make it again. However, this time I decided to share it with you. Jerk Marinade This marinade will make enough for 10 to 12 chicken thighs. I always cook extra because […]
Continue ReadingKale, Sausage and Potato Soup
Rainy days and soup. IMHO, that’s comfort food at its best. Kale? I always thought Kale was inedible and even rarely used as a garnish. However, I remember my first experience eating Zuppa Toscana Soup at Olive Garden. All of my previous thoughts about Kale went away. That soup was amazing. And served with their […]
Continue ReadingChicken Piccata, Jasmati Rice and Peas
Tonight I made Chicken Piccata, Jasmati Rice with Garlic and Shallot and Peas for dinner. It turned out very good, so I thought I would share it with you. Chicken Piccata Ingredients 3 Skinless and boneless chicken breasts, butterflied and then cut in half Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper All-purpose flour, for dredging […]
Continue ReadingPerfect Breakfast Potatoes
I was eating brunch at a restaurant, in Fresno, this last week and breakfast potatoes that were hard and seemed undone. If you have ever had this problem with your potatoes, here is a guide for making the perfect potatoes. This technique doesn’t have to be just for breakfast potatoes, I use it for scalloped […]
Continue ReadingSplit Pea Soup
[toc]There have been a few times in my life when I ask “where have you been all my life?”. Okay, okay its happened more than once. But my point is, why do I wait so long before I make this soup? Sure, I live in Arizona now, and its hot; but who cares? Peas and […]
Continue ReadingCountry Sausage and Gravy, Grits and Poached Eggs
I was in the mood for brunch today so I decided to make Country Sausage and Gravy, Grits and Poached Eggs. It’s quick, simple and, oh so, delicious! I absolutely love grits. However, by themselves, they can be bland and boring. The next time you make grits, consider spicing them up; the possibilities are endless. […]
Continue ReadingCheesy Fresh Corn Grits
Grits are a fantastic side and can be cooked and used in so many ways. In a short few months, we will be coming up on fresh corn season. Use the recipe, below, to kick-up your next grits dish. Ingredients 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter 1 tablespoon Canola Oil 3 ears Fresh Corn, kernels removed Kosher […]
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Alfredo Sauce
Alfredo Sauce Author: Bob Mixon Alfredo sauce is very versatile and wonderful over fettuccini and other pasta. Use this basic Alfredo sauce over pasta and add broccoli or shrimp. ~yum~ Servings: 4 Ingredients 2 cups (1 pint carton) Heavy Cream 12 tablespoons Unsalted Butter 1/2 tablespoon Fresh Garlic, Minced 2 cups Parmesan Cheese, Grated 2 […]
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Chorizo Sausage
[toc] I love Chorizo Sausage but found most it you can purchase at the grocery store is very greasy and made from some pork products that aren’t too appetizing! I won’t get in to the details but you can look it up on the Internet. Once you learn what it is made of, you may […]
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