Author: Dave Tappan

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…

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…

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,…

London Broil has nothing to do with London or Broiling (Although, you can broil it) It’s an inexpensive top round steak. If you marinate it, grill it and slice it correctly, it’s a fantastic cut of meat. If you cook it past medium rare, feed it to your dog, or someone you don’t like very…

Chicken wings for dummies. Couldn’t be easier. Mix all the crap together, get it in the crock pot and walk away. SLOW COOKER STICKY CHICKEN WINGS 3 pounds chicken wings2 tablespoons cornstarchSesame seeds for garnishFresh cilantro, chopped for garnishScallions, chopped for garnish FOR THE SAUCE1/3 cup soy sauce1/3 cup prepared hoisin sauce1/3 cup brown sugar, packed1/4 cup honey4…

Tomorrow is Super Taco Tuesday! Vote early. Vote often.Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa and Garlic-Lime Mayo FOR THE TACOSJuice of 3 limesChopped cilantro, plus more for garnish2 garlic cloves, minced1 tsp. cuminOlive oilZest of 1 limeKosher salt, to taste1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined8 tortillas, warmed, for servingLime wedges, for squeezingPlastic squeeze bottle, for drizzling…

The weather is gonna be pretty crappy in Redding this weekend. So, stay inside and fill your home with the waft of comfort. Ragu Bolognese 1/4 cup olive oil4 tablespoons butter2 onions, chopped4 stalks celery, finely chopped1 carrot, scraped and finely chopped5 cloves garlic, sliced1 lb. ground veal1 lb. ground pork1/2 lb. ground beef1/4 lb. pancetta, minced1/2…

Happy National Surf & Turf Day!   Steak With Creamy Garlic Shrimp   4 New York or Rib Eye steaks Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste Olive oil   Creamy Garlic Shrimp: Unsalted butter 1 lb. large, jumbo or colossal shrimp, peeled, deveined, tail on or off 1 tbsp. Old Bay 2 tablespoons…

Happy Taco Tuesday! Siracha is back on store shelves! So… Siracha Shrimp Tacos with Siracha Sour Cream 6 tsp. Sriracha, divided2 tbsp. soy sauce2 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2 lb. shrimp, tails removed, peeled and deveined1 c. sour cream1/2 tsp. sesame oil1 tsp. honey2 limesKosher salt, to taste2 c. shredded purple cabbage1/4 c. fresh chopped cilantro1 tbsp. canola…

Hope you had a good weekend. Beth and I finished our studio apartment project and it’s now ready to rent. I’m looking for an air-fryer recommendation. Until then, I’ll fire the oven. Honey-Garlic-Soy Salmon with Garlic-Parmesan Asparagus 4 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each1/3 cup soy sauce1/3 cup honey1 Tablespoon sesame or olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced…