Grilled Marinated London Broil

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…