Bacon Sherry Vinaigrette Dressing
When I make a salad, I want it to be fresh, flavorful and delicious! This super-easy bacon sherry vinaigrette dressing recipe will add some savoriness and extra flavor to any salad. Not only is it easy to make, but it’s very versatile as well. Bacon Dressings Traditionally a “Hot Bacon Dressing” is served with a […]
Sichuan Peppercorn Duck Breasts with Plum Poblano Sauce Video
Have you ever used Sichuan Peppercorns? If not, I’m here to tell you they need to be on your list! I love them, and this Sichuan Peppercorn Duck Breast with Plum Poblano Sauce recipe really shows them off! Sichuan peppercorns (also spelled as Szechuan) aren’t really a pepper, they’re a dried fruit- a tangy, tingly […]
Aussie Rack of Lamb with Cactus Pear BBQ Sauce Video
Watch the video on cooking this wonderful recipe, then read below for the full recipe! Don’t you love it when a plan comes together! I had been playing around with this Smoke-Grilled Aussie Rack of Lamb recipe for a while, but I recently made a couple of tweaks and it was if the universe nodded […]
Southwest Lamb Seasoning
I made this Southwest Lamb Seasoning blend up a while ago to play around with some racks of lamb. I knew the method I wanted to cook the lamb, and I also knew I would need a robust seasoning blend to stand up with my cooking method. I am so pleased with this seasoning, I […]
Asian Flank Steak with Shi-Shi Sautee
Flank steak is one of my favorite cuts of beef, and it’s not just for fajitas! This Asian flank steak with Shi-Shi sautée is super easy to make, and wonderfully flavorful. I love “Asian flavors” (though it does of disservice to list something as “Asian” flavors when there are so many wonderfully different flavors in […]
Achiote and Blood Orange Rotisserie Chicken
While I’ve always been known for southern-style BBQ and cuisine, I have been working on a new cookbook. As part of that, I’ve been using quite a few lesser known ingredients in my cooking (well, at least lesser known in Mississippi!) Achiote is a spice that is used quite often in Mexican and Caribbean cuisine, […]
Southern Deviled Eggs with chive-truffle vinaigrette
Deviled eggs are among the most Southern of items, and you absolutely must have a recipe available to you. Take heart, they’re exceedingly simple. However, sometimes you need to freshen up a classic recipe, and the addition of a simple, chive-truffle vinaigrette takes them to a whole new level. Deviled eggs everywhere! In case you […]
You missed the Lunch Bunch!
Recently, I had the honor of hosting Jennifer Biggs, food writer for the Commercial Appeal, with her bi-monthly Lunch Bunch. Jennifer has a restaurant host a luncheon, and the chefs prepare a special meal for her group. Usually these are limited to around 20-30 people, but I was hosting at Steak by Melissa, so we […]
Smoked Chicken “Peruvian Style”
Smoked chicken has always been a favorite of mine. It’s simple, flavorful and easy to cook. However, sometimes you just want to take the flavors up a few notches, and this recipe definitely does that. Read on for my “Smoked Chicken Peruvian Style” recipe! International flavor time! For the last few months, I’ve been working […]
Peruvian Chicken Sauce
This simple sauce brings a creamy freshness to almost any dish. I call it my “Peruvian Chicken sauce,” as it goes exceptionally well with my Smoked Chicken “Peruvian Style.” This sauce goes well with just about any simply grilled fish or meat, so feel free to pour it on! This sauce uses Aji Amarillo paste, […]
