Shad Roe with Bacon

One of the few things I have never worked with at Crosby’s Crabs is the shad roe. Well, I can cross that one off the list in a very delicious way. If you think about it, fish roe is an egg, so why not cook it with bacon? I added some capers, some sherry, and…

Famous Air Fried Chicken Copycat

This bluegrass state fried chicken is an institution across America. Royal Oakers, now is not the time to say why Chicken Shack is better- the rest of the country doesn’t get it . I’m focusing on the guy in the white suit. It’s Air fried, so it’s healthier. I don’t have 11 herbs and spices;…

Cincinnati Dry Ribs

This is for the Who Dey Nation. The spice rub is based on the spices found in Skyline Chili, with a couple of things that work with the porky goodness of the baby back ribs. I hope you like it. I got the ribs from American Heritage Farm at the Warrenton Farmers Market. 2 racks…

Better Pigs In a Designer Blanket

Growing up, pigs in a blanket were link sausage in a bisquick pancake. Sure, they were nice and portable, and we ate them cold as a snack, but we can do so much better. Spicy sausage, earthy mushrooms wrapped in flaky pastry with a sweet savory dipping sauce. I hope you like it. 1 pound…

Monkfish and Scallop Stew

When I started planning this dish, I was thinking something hearty on a cold winter day. Well, global warming – what are you going to do? But fresh seafood waits for no one. Just a few hints: don’t overcook your seafood. Any veggies will work, and have the potatoes precooked. This is a fairly quick…