Author: Dave Tappan

Here’s a side for my surf n turf dinner. It’s a good lookin’ side, it’s delicious and it makes your pee smell funny! Garlic-Parmesan Bacon Wrapped Asparagus 2 lb asparagus cleaned, woody ends removed1 stick unsalted butter2 tbsp minced garlic1 lb thin-sliced bacon½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheeseRed pepper flakes, to tasteKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to…

This will make the menu for Saturday night’s Make-A-Wish dinner as a starter. Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Court Bouillon (Poaching liquid for shrimp)10 cups cold water2 medium carrots, quartered2 stalks celery, quartered1 large onion, quartered1 head garlic, halved1 lemon, halved1/2 bunch parsley5 sprigs fresh thyme2 bay leaves 2-pounds medium shrimp, de-veined and shell onFresh cilantro leaves, for garnish6 Roma…

I’m putting together a surf-n-turf menu for a dinner at my house that was purchased at the Make-A-Wish Foundation Radio-thon. I’m considering a take on Steak Oscar. Filet Mignon with Shrimp and Lobster Cream Sauce 4 (6 oz) filet Mignon steaksKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and de-veined1/2 pound…

Sunday, it’s a Super Bowl re-match. Chiefs at the 49ers. I’m gonna re-create a sandwich that I made for the Super Bowl. Hopefully with a different outcome. Dave’s Meatball Sub 1 lb ground beef1 lb ground pork4 garlic cloves, grated½ cup yellow onion, finely chopped¾ cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated1 cup breadcrumbs2 tsp Worcestershire sauce2 eggs2 tbsp Italian…

We are chickened out. I made some great crock-pot chicken dinners this week, but I need some red meat in my life. My boss thinks I post too many recipes with meat. He would like me to concentrate on recipes that don’t include meat. I said to him, “Hi, my name is Dave. Apparently we’ve…

We are in Crock-Pot heaven! Crock-Pot Chicken Cacciatore 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs1 tablespoon olive oilKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste8 ounces sliced mushrooms2 teaspoons minced garlic1 yellow onion, halved & sliced into half-moons1 green bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch pieces1 red bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch pieces4 carrots, rinsed & cut into 1/2…

The best kitchen tool ever invented, might just be the Crock-Pot. Crock-Pot Buffalo Wings 4 pounds chicken wings. Drums and flats separated; tips removed.2 tablespoons vegetable oilKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 tablespoon Montreal Steak Seasoning1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce4 tablespoons butter1 cup Franks wing sauce1/2 cup ketchupChives…

Dodgers and Padres tonight. Who’s going to the NLCS? Peppered Salmon and Creamed Corn FOR THE SALMON4 tablespoons soy sauce2 garlic cloves, mashed to a paste4 teaspoons lemon juice2 teaspoons sugarFour 6-ounces salmon fillets, skinless2 tablespoons black pepper3 tablespoons olive oil FOR THE CREAMED CORN AND BELL PEPPER3 cups frozen corn kernel2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup red bell…

The rib purest might say that ribs should only be smoked. Although I do love a good smoked rib, I vehemently disagree. I think your oven is a rack’s best friend. Wine Braised Baby Backs 2 racks of baby back ribs. Nice rack!Dry Rub:8 tablespoons light brown sugar, tightly packed3 tablespoons kosher salt1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon…

Staying on that crock-pot jag… Crock-Pot Tuscan Chicken 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs, or skinless, boneless breasts4 teaspoons Italian seasoning1 teaspoon onion powderKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste4 cloves garlic, minced1 cup sun dried tomatoes, drained and chopped1 cup chicken broth2 cups heavy cream1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated2 cups baby spinach, choppedYour favorite pasta, cooked Season the…