Author: Dave Tappan

The weather says it’s time to step up your comfort food game. Beef Tips with Gravy over Noodles 2 tablespoons olive oil1 onion chopped2 pounds cubed chuck or stew meat10 ½ ounces beef broth10 ½ ounces onion soup1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce1 bay leafKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to tasteCooked egg noodles, for servingTo Thicken Gravy:3 tablespoons…

Another great weekend is ahead, packed with some great sports contests…World Series, Ducks and Cal, NASCAR at Martinsville, Kings and Heat, Warriors and Hornets, Sharks and Lightning, Raiders and Saints, Niners and Rams. There’s probably some soccer somewhere, but who cares? Take your pick and I’ll be your wingman!Hot Wings with Blue Cheese-Yogurt SauceFor the…

The spaghetti carbonara was great last night, so I thought I’d stay on the pasta train. If you like it hot and spicy, try this:Shrimp Fra Diavolo1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling1-pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined6 cloves garlic, thinly sliced2 to 4 anchovy fillets, chopped1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more,…

Happy Friday…Happy Weekend! I usually wait until Halloween to make my first batch of chili for the season, but I might have to get a little practice in this weekend. Enjoy your weekend!Chicken and White Bean Chili2 -15-ounce cans white beans, drained1 Tbsp olive oil2 medium onions, chopped2 cloves garlic, minced4 teaspoons ground cumin1 teaspoon…

I’m craving a steak and a good sandwich, so why not do both? Go ahead and splurge. Joey says the economy is really healthy! Everything is really cheap these days!Chicago Steakhouse SandwichSteak:One 20-ounce boneless rib eye steakKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperSauteed Garlicky Spinach:3 tablespoons olive oil4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced1/2 teaspoon crushed red…

Here’s another Q97 listener inspired dish. Put some Dean Martin or Frank Sinatra on the record player and pour yourself a glass of Malbec for this one.Garlic Parmesan Chicken8 bone-in, skin on chicken thighs1 1/2 pounds fingerling potatoes4 cups baby spinach, chopped4 tablespoons unsalted butter, divided1 tablespoon Italian seasoningKosher salt and freshly ground pepper, to…

One of my great Q97 listeners, Chyla, suggested stuffed shells for dinner tonight. Thanks Chyla!My Big Cheesy Manicotti (That is not an euphemism!)14 manicotti pasta tubes, uncooked4 cups ricotta cheese2 cups shredded Mozzarella, divided1/2 cup grated Parmesan, divided2 eggs1/4 cup chopped fresh parsleyKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste2 cups spaghetti sauce, with or…

Sometimes on Mondays, I just feel like stabbing something.Honey, Lime, Siracha Chicken Skewers and Peanut Sauce4 tablespoons soy sauce1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons honey1 tablespoon vegetable oilLime zest, from two limesFresh lime juice, from 2 limes4 garlic cloves, peeled and roughly chopped2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and roughly chopped2 tablespoons Sriracha sauceKosher salt to taste3…

Happy Friday…Happy Weekend! I had a really bad burger the other night from a place in Redding that usually serves up really good food. Maybe burgers aren’t their thing. You know the old saying: If you want it done right…do it yourself.Green Chile-Bacon Cheeseburgers• 8 strips of thick sliced pepper bacon• 12 ounces ground beef•…

Good news! Beginning November 15th, we can buy a 365 fishing license! Starting in 2023, your fishing license will be valid from the day you buy it for 365 days! California finally got something right! Let’s celebrate with tacos!Crispy Fish Tacos with Cabbage Slaw & Avocado CremaCABBAGE SLAW½ head green cabbage, finely shredded½ medium red…