Elk Sausage Mac & Cheese

I got my annual package from Pinconning Cheese Company. It contained sharp Pinconning cheese and elk summer sausage. I made Mac and cheese. I had to feed a bunch of folks so this recipe fits a 9 x 13 pan. The ingredients include 4 cheeses and a crispy topping. Pinconning cheese has been used in…

Dandelion Greens

I was at the Stafford Long Family Market and found some dandelion greens. Since I had never cooked with them, it was time to try them. I asked my daughter who had tried them and she gave me the guidance on what they taste like. Which I may have ignored and did my own thing….

Zucchini Blossoms with Chili Lime Crust

Zucchini blossoms are almost done for the year so this will be the last recipe until I see them again; like next Saturday at the Warrenton Farmers market. I took some chili lime pistachios, combined with seasoned Panko bread crumbs for the coating. I stuffed the blossom with some honey goat cheese with chives. Put…

Bourbon Bacon Jam

I was going to a cookout with burgers and hot dogs so I wanted something different so I did this recipe. It has bacon, balsamic vinegar, onions, garlic, brown sugar and some spices. Now comes the smoky bourbon which adds a richness to the jam; just do not operate machinery for 30 minutes. It has…

Real Steak Fries

Full disclosure: this has potato and steak but not in a way you have thought of. I take a Rancher steak strip from A to Z meats, dip it in pancake batter, then dip it in hash browns and fry it until golden brown. Add a chimichurri to dip and an egg on the side,…