Bacon Blue Stuffed Mushrooms

Bacon Blue Stuffed Mushrooms

Beth makes a great stuffed mushroom. I like to sneak some blue cheese in when she’s not looking. These make a great Super Bowl snack. Bacon Blue Stuffed Mushrooms 3 strips bacon12 large mushrooms2 tablespoons butter1 onion, diced2 cloves garlic, sliced6 ounces cream cheese6 ounces blue cheese2/3 cup bread crumbs Cook bacon strips in a large skillet over…

Ribeye Steak Sandwiches on Texas Toast with Roasted Garlic Mayo

Ribeye Steak Sandwiches on Texas Toast with Roasted Garlic Mayo

Allow me to prey on your emotions for a spell. Ribeye Steak Sandwiches on Texas Toast with Roasted Garlic Mayo 2 (8 oz) Boneless ribeye steaks1 Sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced2 Portobello mushrooms, sliced4 Slices provolone cheese1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce, divided1 Tbsp balsamic vinegarMontreal steak seasoning, to taste1 Tbsp olive oil1 Tbsp butterKosher salt and fresh-ground…

Grilled Tri-Tip and Rib-Eye Chili

Grilled Tri-Tip and Rib-Eye Chili

If you’re on chili detail Super Bowl Sunday, blow ’em away with my award-winning recipe. Grilled Tri-Tip and Rib-Eye Chili 4 pounds steak (I use a combination of tri-tip and rib-eye)2 pounds hot Italian sausage, casings removedKosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste4 large onions, diced4 cloves garlic, minced2 to 4 jalapeño peppers, seeded and finely…

BBQed Oysters with Cheese Topping and Garlic Finishing Butter

BBQed Oysters with Cheese Topping and Garlic Finishing Butter

The Niners are going to the Super Bowl! If you’re planning a Super Bowl menu, you must include an ice chest full of big, beautiful BBQ oysters. If you don’t…just stay home and watch the Lifetime Movie Network. BBQed Oysters with Cheese Topping and Garlic FinishingButter Cheese Topping:2 cups grated Parmesan cheese1 cup grated mozzarella cheese2 tablespoons…

Beer Battered fish Tacos with Quick Pickled Onions and Cucumber and Chipotle Crema

Beer Battered fish Tacos with Quick Pickled Onions and Cucumber and Chipotle Crema

It’s National Fish Taco Day! Beer Battered fish Tacos with Quick Pickled Onions and Cucumber and Chipotle Crema Vegetable oil, for frying2 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking powder3 teaspoons ground cumin3 teaspoons cayenne pepper3 teaspoons garlic saltA few dashes of Tapatio hot sauce12 ounces beer or club soda3 (8-ounce) tilapia, halibut, rock fish or cod fillets, cut…

Oven Roasted Country Style Ribs

Oven Roasted Country Style Ribs

My barbecue game really sucks right now. So until I get that straightened out, I’m using my oven a lot. Oven Roasted Country Style Ribs 6 lbs. country-style pork ribsKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste4 teaspoons light brown sugar4 teaspoons chili powder4 teaspoons sweet paprika or smoked paprika4 teaspoons garlic powder4 teaspoons onion powder2 teaspoons ground…

Blackened Shrimp Nachos

Blackened Shrimp Nachos

Who do you like in SB 58? Chiefs? Ravens? Niners? Lions? According to the color scheme of the SB 58 logo, it’s gonna be Ravens/Niners. Oh well. Enjoy the games on Sunday. Blackened Shrimp Nachos Blackened seasoning:paprikagarlic powderonion powderOld Bay or Cajun seasoningdried thymefresh ground black peppercayenne pepperdried oregano Pico De Gallo:4 plum tomatoes, seeded and diced1 small…

Garlic Bread Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches for 8 Hungry Fans

Garlic Bread Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches for 8 Hungry Fans

It’s Championship Sunday! Go Niners! I amped up this recipe for a crowd. Garlic Bread Chicken Parmesan Sandwiches for 8 Hungry Fans For the Chicken4 Tablespoons olive oil4 Tablespoons Unsalted Butter4 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved lengthwise (you’ll end up with 8 cutlets)Seasoned croutons, crushed very fineJarred or homemade pestoJarred or homemade meatless marinara16 slices provoloneParmesan (I…

Crispy Sticky Asian Wings

Crispy Sticky Asian Wings

I think you’re gonna need this for the games this weekend. Go Niners! Crispy Sticky Asian Wings For the wings:3 lbs. chicken wings3 tbsp. Rice flourKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste3 green onions, sliced on the biasLime wedges, for squeezing For the sauce:1 tsp sesame oilKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste1 inch piece of ginger,…

Sausage-Stuffed, Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Sausage-Stuffed, Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers

Let’s get serious now, about game-day food. Sausage-Stuffed, Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers 1-pound mild, or hot Italian sausage16-24 slices bacon8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded¼ cup chives, finely diced1-pound jalapeños, sliced in half, lengthwise and de-seeded (about 15 peppers) Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment…