A comforting scent for me, is walking into my mother-in-law’s house and her chuck roast is well into its third hour of braising. The onion, garlic, and pepper draw me into the kitchen, and keeps … Read more
I will admit that I am a bit of a snob about certain foods. No matter how strange or inappropriate the time or setting, there are certain dishes that I will always order. I have … Read more
Actually, I learned how to make bacon jerky after a cool, funny story with my son. While I was cleaning out some pictures from my parents’ house, I came across a few from my scout days. My son … Read more
Who does not like beef sticks? They are tasty, packed with protein, and can last quite a while if preserved properly. However, it seems like every year they get more and more expensive to buy … Read more
Tuna steaks are a versatile piece of meat. It doesn’t have that overwhelming fishy smell or feel to it that other fish steaks like halibut have.In fact, people who normally stay away from seafood will … Read more
Sunday dinner as a child was a ritual for our family. Mom would prepare a beef roast, sided with English peas, carrots and roasted potatoes. As we grew older, the meal stayed the same. When … Read more
If you are anything like me, you probably have some venison in the freezer. The real problem is deciding how to prepare it. There are a few issues that arise when preparing venison. Many people are … Read more
Salmon is a wonderful and popular fish which is used almost in every country around the world. There are many ways to cook and enjoy its taste. Whether you eat it raw, grilled or smoked, … Read more
Peppers are such a fantastic way to brighten almost any dish. The colors, and the flavors elevate each plate they are added to.We’ve enjoyed dicing them, sautéing them, and stuffing them with cheese and then … Read more
The delicious tri tip steak comes from one of the toughest muscles on the cow, but still, it has some of the best flavor on this animal. It is also, a great candidate for a … Read more