Tri-Tip Nachos

Happy Opening Day! Giants vs. Padres. Dodgers vs. Cardinals. A’s vs. Guardians. Let the journey begin. Tri-Tip Nachos 2 lbs. Smoked Tri-Tip, seasoned with your favorite Mexican seasoning15 oz can black beans1 bag of your favorite tortilla chips2 cups sharp cheddar cheese, shredded3 Roma tomatoes, chopped3 jalapeños, chopped1 small red onion, chopped2 sliced black olives1 cup homemade…

Smothered Pork Chops with Garlic-Mushroom Sauce

Well, one more nice day in Redding before the wet weather sets in again. Hey, Mother Nature…would it kill ya to stop already? I’ll check in again with ya in July, when I’ll be bitchin’ about the heat. Smothered Pork Chops with Garlic-Mushroom Sauce 4 boneless pork chopsPaprika, to tasteKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste2 tablespoons…

Honey-Garlic Ribs

I wrote this literally, as I was playing a long set of Today’s Country on Q97…Pretty Little Poison, Knockin’ Boots, Wild As Her, Texas Hold ‘Em, How Country Feels, Half Of Me. Happy Friday! Honey-Garlic Ribs 2 racks of pork ribs½ cup honey¼ cup soy sauce¼ cup distilled white vinegar2 tablespoons brown sugar4 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon…

Chicken Tinga Tacos

What is today? Thursday? Screw it. Happy Taco Thursday!   Chicken Tinga Tacos   2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 white onion, thinly sliced 4 garlic cloves, sliced 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon taco seasoning or Tajin 2 cups chicken stock One 14-ounce can tomato puree 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano 2 bay leaves 1…

Shepherd’s Pie

Happy Pi Day! (3/14) The number π is a mathematical constant, the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter, commonly approximated as 3.14159. What?! With St. Patrick’s Day coming up and this being Pi Day, I thought this would be appropriate. Shepherd’s Pie 2 pounds russet potatoes2 tablespoons sour cream or softened cream cheese1 large egg…

Ruthie’s Corned Beef & Cabbage with Horseradish Sauce and Mustard Sauce

St. Patrick’s Day is this Sunday, so, if you’re looking for a good Corned Beef & Cabbage recipe, my mom always made a good one that is certain to knock your shillelagh in the dirt! Ruthie’s Corned Beef & Cabbage with Horseradish Sauce and Mustard Sauce 1 corned beef brisket (about 4 pounds) with spice packet2 tablespoons…

Mojo Marinaded London Broil Tacos with Pico de Gallo and Salsa Roja

Let’s stay on that London Broil jag and turn ’em into tacos. Happy Taco Tuesday! Mojo Marinaded London Broil Tacos with Pico de Gallo and Salsa Roja 2 pounds London BroilMojo, recipe followsOlive oil, for coating the grillKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperCorn tortillasShredded romaine or iceberg lettuce, for servingChopped white onion, for servingShredded Jack cheese,…