One of my favorites. An easy peasy awesome price of meat. This one is on the grill but can easily be done in the oven as well. 1 1/2 lb top round, or flank Marinade: 1/2 c red wine 1/2 c balsamic vinegar 1 tbsp soy 3-4 cloves garlic minced Rub 1 tbsp rosemary 1…
Tinfoil grilled Shrimp and veggies
In the summer I always try and cook on the grill for a few reasons. one is to keep the house cool, and the obvious reason is to sit on the deck, and drink a beer (or 3)! One of the down sides of living in the Midwest (only for a few more months –…
Paleo Pecan Maple Salmon
Made a variation of this a few nights ago, and thinking this may have to be revisited Again soon! 2 6-8 Oz salmon filets 1/2 c: finely chopped pecans 1 Oz: apple cider vinegar 1 c: real maple Syrup Dash of salt n pepper Dash of cayenne Preheat oven to 375 In a food processor…
Taco Seasoning
I make this by the pound, because I love tacos, and Mexican food in general, so instead of buying those little packets at the store for .99 i just keep a big ole container of “the seasoning of the gods” on hand. this way I know I am safe. Can also be used for a…
Sheet pan nachos
Everyone loves tacos! But what about the good Ole Nacho. Here is a pretty easy process for making some good Ole nachos made to order. Let everyone decide how they want their own what you need: 4 pieces of parchment paper approx 12×12 each nacho chips Beef or chicken (or both) taco seasoning tomato –…
Chicken Cordon Bleu
A quick and tasty version of a child hood favorite. 4 boneless chicken breasts 4 slices ham – thinly sliced 4 slices Swiss or Provolone cheese 1 egg, whisked 2 tbsp: water or milk 1 cup Italian seasoned breadcrumbs (to make: Bread crumbs add 1 tbsp Italian seasoning) ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese Quick sauce…
Guacamole
Simple recipes are always the best, and this is no exception. Minimal ingredients and minimal time. 2 avocados 2 Roma tomatoes Small white onion 1/2 bunch of fresh cilantro leaves 1/2 tsp: cummin Lime 1 jalapeño seeded (optional) Salt pepper to taste Dice avocados, tomatoes, onion, and rough cup the cilantro. Add to the food…
Avocado and Tomatillo Salsa
Every time I hear Tomatillos, I always picture my girlfriend as a child n her neighbors garden picking and eating them off the vine. Not sure the neighbor was to happy, but she sure was! Pics will follow (if they are not-up yet – yes I will be to lazy to delete this line later… )…
bruschetta
For a late night snack or an appraisal to please… Making the night before is best, but day of is fine too. 1 load French bread 1 package of cherry tomatoes, or 2 tomatoes 1/2 C: balsamic vinegar 1/4 C: olive oil 2 cloves of garlic minced Salt n pepper Fresh Mozzarella Preheat oven to…
Spinach n Artichoke dip
Made this tonight for 75. ( Well actually for 77, because Cami was helping and “testing” the so for me) Gotta say this is as easy as it gets and is oh….so….good. 2 cups parmesan cheese 1 (10 ounce) boxfrozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained of excess liquid 1 (14 ounce) canartichoke hearts, drained and…