OK, followers of this blog know I use alcohol in cooking, but I don’t drink. I don’t think that should disqualify me from making a cocktail. I did some research and in honor of the 4th of July, I did my take on the S’mores martini (the best way to describe it). I took some…
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Biscoff Pork Loin
You know the cookies you get on an airplane instead of real food. They make a great crust on a pork loin. This is a simple recipe, with only 4 ingredients. Technique is everything. Make sure the seer is good, and this comes out golden brown and delicious. I hope you like it. 1 pound…
Bacon Apricot Muffins
This is a brunch dish, pure and simple. Smoke and salt cured bacon from A to Z Butcher with the addition of apricot two ways. Sweet, smoky, and salty. This is a brunch dish or works as a grab and go breakfast. I hope you like it. 2 cups flour1/2 teaspoon salt2 tablespoons baking powder2…
Seafood Chimichanga
I was thinking back to my younger days in Seattle, and most Fridays my work buddies would head to Casa Lupida for a couple of beers. After said beers and two baskets of chips and salsa, I would order a seafood chimichanga. Now, this was circa 1985-86, so the $1 drafts were just as important….
Cheese Steak Calzone
This is a combo meal combining pizza dough and the Philly cheese steak. I went heavy on bold. Montreal steak seasoning on the chuck eye steak. Red onion and mushrooms for their unique flavor. Then the cheese blend; Velveeta , blue cheese and cheddar one creamy, one tangy and one flavorful. The thin pizza crust…
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