Smoked Gouda-Chorizo Jalapeno Poppers and Smoked Mexican Tri-Tip

Smoked Gouda-Chorizo Jalapeno Poppers and Smoked Mexican Tri-Tip

Tonight, is the opening of the NFL season! The Lions are at the Chiefs. Sunday, the Niners visit the Steelers, the Raiders are in Denver and the Giants? Well, they stink. So, it’s time for game-day eats. Smoked Gouda-Chorizo Jalapeno Poppers and Smoked Mexican Tri-Tip 1 pound ground Mexican chorizo (If using links, remove the casings)1/2-pound smoked…

Birria Tacos

Birria Tacos

Birria Tacos might be the Holy Grail of tacos. After a lot of research, I found a good recipe and made some modifications for a great recipe. Where in Redding can we get a good Birria Taco? Ingredients• 14-16 cups hot water• 8 lbs. chuck roast cut into 4 large chunks• 4 lbs. short ribs (bone…

Cold Shrimp Salad

Cold Shrimp Salad

Cold Shrimp Salad2 pounds cooked medium shrimp, peeled and deveined without tail1 green bell pepper, finely chopped1 red bell pepper, finely chopped5 cloves garlic, minced1 sweet onion, dicedchopped fresh cilantro1 avocado – peeled, pitted and dicedsalt and pepper to taste½ cup olive oilchili pepper flakesPlace shrimp in a large mixing bowl with red and green bell peppers, garlic, onion, cilantro, and avocado. Drizzle with olive…

Slow Cooker Beef Tips with Mushrooms and Egg Noodles

Slow Cooker Beef Tips with Mushrooms and Egg Noodles

Facebook friend, Tyree, asked for a slow-cooker recipe. Too hot for the oven. I have a Z-Line oven and it does put off a lot of heat. Slow Cooker Beef Tips with Mushrooms and Egg Noodles 2 yellow onions finely chopped16 ounces white mushrooms quartered4 pounds beef chuck roast cut into 1-inch cubes4 cups beef stock, divided½…

Bourbon Chicken

Bourbon Chicken

Here’s something else you can do with those big ol’ boobs of yours! Bourbon Chicken 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves½ cup packed brown sugar½ cup soy sauce⅜ cup bourbon2 tablespoons dried minced onion1 teaspoon ground ginger½ teaspoon garlic powder Gather all ingredients.Place chicken breasts in a single layer in a 9×13-inch baking dish.Mix together brown sugar, soy…

Chicken and Mushrooms

Chicken and Mushrooms

Happy Monday! Hope you had a good weekend. Here’s a good dish for a cloudy, cooler day in Redding. Chicken and Mushrooms 3 lb. Chicken thighs, or boneless, skinless breasts1 lb. Mushrooms, sliced2 Garlic cloves, chopped or 2 tsp jarred garlic1 Onion, sliced6 tbsp. Olive oil1 tbsp. Butter1/2 c Sherry2 tbsp. chicken stock1 tsp. Basil, crushed1 tsp….

Simple Street Tacos

Simple Street Tacos

I’m a simple man with simple needs. Simple foods are often the best foods. Happy Taco Tuesday! Simple Street Tacos 2 tablespoons soy sauceFresh lime juice from two limes2 tablespoons canola oil, divided4 cloves garlic, minced (I use Christopher Ranch in the jar)2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon dried oregano1 teaspoon onion powder1 1/2-2 pounds…

Grilled Steak Fajitas with Onions and Peppers

Grilled Steak Fajitas with Onions and Peppers

WFDT? Grilled Steak Fajitas. This recipe calls for skirt steak, but you can use anything really, flank steak, thinly sliced top round, tri-tip, etc. Hey, it’s your recipe. Have fun with it! Grilled Steak Fajitas with Onions and Peppers 1 tablespoon paprika2 teaspoons packed light brown sugar1 teaspoon ground cumin2 teaspoons chili powder1 teaspoon garlic powderKosher salt…