Blog & Recipes

Beer-Braised Short Ribs

This is one of the easiest crock-pot recipes and is the shortest recipe I'll probably ever write.

Braised Chicken

Braised Chicken: it's more about technique than the recipe. You can use any combination of flavors you and your family like.

Braised Oxtails

A truly under-appreciated cut of meat!

Crockpot Chuck Roast

We don't have red meat often because in our household we have a picky meat eater. However, I decided to try out a new (to me) product...

Steamed Tilapia w/Crispy Boxed Mix

Let's take the standard box rice mix and elevate it while also making this ONE DISH meal, in a quick, easy, & cheap manner!

Pasta Carbonara

Bacon or Pancetta, Parm, Pasta, Eggs and Water. These are items I almost always had in my fridge when I lived alone, and this was one of the

Lemon Garlic Chicken & Noodles

Lemon Garlic Chicken & Noodles To be honest my favorite part of this were the noodles with the sauce. Enjoy!

The Question of Brine

This time of year, there are many of opinions and thoughts regarding certain big holiday feasts being prepared. One of those is to brine or

Mac 'n' Cheese

This is how I cook, 90% of the time. I use my instincts, trail by fire. Failure is the first step to success; don't be afraid to try new thi

Chicken Saltimbocca

"Saltimbocca": jump in the mouth. Typically made with veal or chicken cutlets. After working in restaurants I have walked away with...

Collard Greens Wrapped Snapper

This week I've been to the Farmer's Market, once as a customer and once as a vendor. Not only did I have a great turn out for my second...

National Margarita Day!

In case you didn't know, today is National Margarita Day! Here are a few recipes that I enjoy! *This post is in no way sponsored by...

Leftover & Pantry Dishes; Pt 1

This will be the first installment of what will probably be me telling you all about how I use up leftovers from time to time and how I...

Chicken Piccata

My families Valentine's dinner is a nice Chicken Piccata and sides of seared sumac carrots with a Romaine and Arugula salad with...

Baked Chicken & Rice

Quick, one pan dinner! Chicken and Rice 1 package Chicken Thighs, 4-5 2 cups Minute Rice 1 cup Chicken Broth 1 cup Cream 1/4 cup fat (I...