Texas loves its brisket and its chili. What if I combined them both? I hot smoked brisket to give that Texas flavor, then used that in a Texas style chili. I used 3 dried chilis, tomatoes, spices, onions, garlic, and beef broth. Here is where I go off the rails: I added beans. Texans hate…
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Lobster Mac Stuffed Green Pepper
I’ve had stuffed peppers all my life, a green pepper with rice, hamburger, and tomato sauce. That’s it, no surprises, traditional and boring. I just changed the rules you have the right to break the rules. I stuffed mine with lobster meat, onions, mushrooms and mac and cheese. Did I just hear a shut your…
Blood Orange Chocolate Chippers
This has flavor bomb written all over it. First there is the juice and zest of blood oranges. Then Orange liqueur comes to the party and well; he’s drunk again. Chocolate chips and cardamom bring some needed bitterness to the cookie. I hope you like it. 1 orange cake mix1 egg1/3 cup oil2 tablespoons blood…
Twice Baked Potato Latke
This is a brunch or special breakfast dish. In all honesty a way to use leftover twice baked potatoes. All it takes is the ingredients to make twice baked potatoes plus flour and an egg. So potato, cheese, sour cream, chives and seasoning salt. You don’t have to wait for a holiday for twice baked…
Goat Cheese, Jalapeños, Figs & Bacon
I love small plates or tapas dinners. This is a welcome addition to that tradition. Now if feel you want more heat you can use smaller jalapeños but I’m kind of a wimp. The honey goat cheese does provide a cooling effect. The bacon is of course bacon and by adding gives a salty, smoky…