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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…

It’s not exactly KFC, but it does have eleven herbs and spices. Go ahead, count ’em. Not Exactly Kentucky Fried Chicken 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces (I like legs and thighs)2 cups all-purpose flour1 egg1 cup buttermilk2 tablespoons paprika1 tablespoon onion salt1 teaspoon celery salt1 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon dried mustard1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon white…

Happy Taco Tuesday! Rotisserie Chicken Tacos with Seasoned Taco Shells 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 medium onion, thinly sliced2 cloves garlic, finely gratedOne 4-ounce can chopped green chiles, drained well2 teaspoons New Mexico or ancho Chile powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 teaspoon dried oreganoKosher salt, to tasteOne 8-ounce can tomato sauce1 tablespoon…

Be careful, you might just get a proposal tomorrow night with this recipe. Happy Valentine’s Day! Marry Me Chicken 2 tablespoons olive oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, or 6-8 bone in, thighs2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes3/4 cup chicken broth1/2 cup heavy cream1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup parmesan cheese, gratedFresh basil,…

They say, oysters are an aphrodisiac. I say, they’re just damn good. Cover your bases. Serve oysters on Valentine’s Day. Cast Iron Baked Oysters Rockefeller with Creamy DijonSpinach 4 slices thick-cut chopped bacon3 cups chopped onions1 1/2 cups chopped green bell pepper1 1/2 cups chopped celery1 teaspoon Creole seasoningKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste1-pint oysters, drained…

I opened up my pantry and found a few cans of tuna. Yikes! Crunchy Tuna Casserole 1 lb. bow tie pasta2 tbsp. butter1 onion, chopped6 oz. canned white tuna (packed in oil), drained and flaked, reserve 2 tbsp. oil2 tbsp. flourKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste1 c. white wine2 c. chicken stock1 c. frozen peas1 tomato,…

It’s a tri-fecta of wings for your Super Bowl party. Go Niners! Slow Cooker Garlic-Parmesan Wings2 lb. chicken wings1/2 stick butter, melted4 cloves garlic, minced2 tbsp. Dried Parsley1 1/2 c. freshly grated Parmesan, dividedKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste 1. Place chicken wings in a large slow-cooker.2. In a large bowl, mix butter, garlic, parsley, and…

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…

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…

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…