Baked Italian won tons

Whaaat?? Italian Won Tons?  Yes! We have a lot of big sporting events coming up.  The Super Bowl, the Final Four, and Spring Training.  Why not serve something different?  Everyone loves pizza flavors; why not put it in a different package? A won ton would surprise and amaze your friends, or maybe help you make…

Poutine w/ bacon and duck

This is the signature dish of Montreal. I think you can get it in coffee shops and churches.  You have the crispy fries, the melty cheese curds, salty bacon, savory duck, and creamy gravy over everything.  Although I had never actually had it before, I have seen it on TV about a 100 times. So…

Pork and shrimp spring rolls

This is a Southeast Asian staple.  Most of us are used to the flour wrapper deep fried ans served with duck sauce.  This is a lighter version used in Vietnam and Thai cuisine.  The peanut sauce rocks and I will use it on a lot of other things.  A word about the wrappers;  it will…

For the love of herbs

Herbs can be the Mary Tyler Moore of cooking.  They can take a nothing dish and suddenly make it all seem worthwhile.  The pop of flavor can be both subtle or eye popping depending on how you use them.  Knowledge of herbs can really up your game in cooking.  Herbs can also help you cut…

Jalapeño poppers

This is a good snack for game time.  This is a formal warning: this has a kick.  The chorizo and the jalapeño will wake up your taste buds.  Grab a beer and enjoy.  8 oz cream cheese (now I like goat cheese ‘cause it’s kinda funky, but that’s just me)  8 oz Pinconning sharp cheese,…