While at my friends at A to Z Butchers, I saw in the display case some venison chops and decided they would be the wow factor to the Christmas dinner. I used some of my dad’s tricks, marinating in wine to eliminate the gaminess and to add flavor. My so -in-law cooked it hot and…
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I am a 3rd generation cook who loves trying new ideas
Asian Surf and Turf
This dish has the Asian trinity along with pork which is more common in Chinese cuisine than beef. I also used crab meat which is readily available in Vietnam. This dish is salty, sweet, earthy, and spicy. It’s more of a collaboration of countries than a regional dish. The slaw has vegetables with a kimchi…
Italian Christmas Cookies
This is a classic from the old country. The almond flavor is front and center; traditionally almond extract is used, but I prefer the taste of amaretto. The texture is soft with a flavorful glaze and holiday sprinkles. There is just a hint of cinnamon which plays well with the almond flavor. I hope you…
Fudge-Brownies
This is a mash up of two great desserts, so you are making two desserts. Rich fudge on top of a dense brownie. I did this one without nuts because two of the crash test dummies are allergic to nuts. Each dessert can carry its own weight: both are chocolatity and full of flavor. My…
Winky Wink
This is an older style cookie that originated in Africa then move to Europe. This cookie has dates, pecans, and maraschino cherries. The wrinkles are corn flakes, bourbon and the cardamom. I gave the taste testers this biscuit and they said it did resemble an eye and when I asked it they liked it the…
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