What I’ve been doing!
What have I been doing? I’ve literally had to work harder than ever before to keep my restaurants alive and my staff working. As for all of you, it has been a crazy year, and I can’t wait until 2021 (maybe I shouldn’t say that!) Anyway, we have to cope with what we’re given, so […]
Hope everyone is staying safe!
Wow, it’s been a while! Hey everyone, it’s been a while since I’ve had time to post. I hope everyone is staying safe during this crazy time! Along with all of you, I’ve never been through anything similar to this pandemic, and it has really caused me to prioritize my time in ways I never […]
Carne Asada Skirt Steak
Skirt steak is one of my favorite cuts. It grills quickly, accepts marinades well, and has a great beefy flavor. This recipe for carne asada skirt steak is so flavorful and delicious it will be in your regular rotation. Types of Skirt Steak First, let’s talk about skirt steak. There are two types, outside skirt […]
Wagyu Porterhouse with Pink Peppercorn Sauce
With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, you may be thinking about making a special dinner. I have the solution, not only for Valentine’s but any time a very special meal is called for- porterhouse steak. And not just any porterhouse, but an amazing American wagyu porterhouse from my friends at Mishimareserve! (Don’t forget, if you order […]
Pink Peppercorn Sauce
I love love love pink peppercorns! Pink peppercorns are actually berries from a shrub known as Peruvian Peppertree. They are called peppercorns only because they resemble them in appearance and have a mild, peppery flavor. I love to make pink peppercorn sauces of many varieties. This recipe for a pink peppercorn sauce incorporates beef stock […]
BBQ Yucatan Pork
BBQ Yucatan Pork A recent trip to an international market yielded plenty of treasures to play with in the kitchen. Among my purchases were plenty of ramen, sausages from Argentina and Columbia, some amazingly fresh produce, and banana leaves! Yep, a huge pack of them! I knew I had to use them, so I made […]
Spicy Crawfish Dip
Need a rich, creamy dip for a get-together, but you’re tired of the same-old-same-old? Then here’s an easy recipe for a Spicy Crawfish Dip that will be the life of the party. It’s really quite simple, but super flavorful. The amount of heat is up to you, but the creaminess helps cut some of the […]
Winter Pork Stew
A few days ago I had plans to cook a Boston butt for a friend (of course, it was going to be a Prairie Fresh Pork Butt.) Well, plans get changed as they had to go out of town. A cold snap had developed, and I love comfort food in the cold weather, so I made […]
Smoked Catfish Dip
When you get an invite to cook at the James Beard House, you make plans to go to NYC! I was recently honored with an invitation, and I immediately accepted it. This recipe for Smoked Catfish Dip is one of the recipes I cooked and served there. It was part of the “passed appetizers” portion […]
Achiote Pork Tenderloin
I’m posting some of the recipes I cooked at the James Beard House dinner. This recipe for Achiote Pork Tenderloin was one of my favorites. It has beautiful color from the achiote paste, and the Southwestern seasoning is one of the blends that I always keep on hand at my house. It’s wonderful on anything […]
