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The NFL Playoffs are here! I’m rooting for two teams tomorrow. The Browns, for my friend Robert Withrow (a.k.a. Robert Christopher) and the Dolphins, for my son Max and because they’re playing the Chiefs. Double this recipe for a crowd. Rib-Eye Steak Sandwich with Blue Cheese and CaramelizedOnions and Mushrooms 1 lb. boneless rib-eye steak2 tablespoons balsamic…

It’s Super Wild Card Weekend. No Niners till next weekend, but good games. Saturday…doubleheader, Sunday…tripleheader, Monday Night Football. Time to plan your game day menu. This is a smoker to fryer recipe. If you fry them only, fry in batches and increase the frying time to 10-12 minutes. Bang Bang Chicken Wings Bang Bang Sauce:1 cup mayo1/4…

“Show ’em that little move I taught ya there pork chop” Garlic Butter Baked Pork Chops 2 thick, bone-in pork chopsKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste4 tbsp butter, softened1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil 1. Preheat oven to 375°.2. Season pork chops with salt and pepper and set aside.3. In…

Baby backs in the oven is one of my favorites. Baked BBQ Baby Back Ribs ½ cup ancho Chile powder¼ cup white sugar¼ cup brown sugar¼ cup Kosher salt2 tablespoons fresh-ground pepper1 tablespoon ground cumin1 teaspoon dry mustard1 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper½ teaspoon ground dried chipotle pepper1 rack baby back pork ribs1 cup barbeque sauce Preheat oven to…

Marinated Flank Steak With Blue Cheese Schmear 1 1/2-2 lbs. flank steaksMarinade1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons kosher salt1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper2 tablespoons minced garlic1/4 cup olive oil Schmear1/3 cup blue cheese, crumbled3 tablespoons salted butter, room temp1 tablespoon prepared horseradish1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil1 tablespoon chopped fresh thymesalt & pepper 1.Trim steak of any excess…

The 49ers host the Rams this Sunday for the final regular season game of the year. Next up…divisional playoffs! Go Niners!   Easy Grilled Buffalo Wings   1 1/2 cups hot sauce. I like Crystal or Frank’s. 1/2 cup buttermilk Hot wing rub (recipe follows) 3 pounds chicken wings, drums & flats separated. Get them…

The next time you see that big family pack of drumsticks in your freezer and wondering what to do with them, fire your oven and get sticky! Sticky Baked Drumsticks Olive oil, to drizzle12 chicken drumsticksKosher salt and fresh, ground pepper, to tasteSesame seeds and thinly sliced scallions, for garnishFor the glaze:1/2 cup honey1/4 cup fish sauce2…

Happy New Year and all the best to you and yours in ’24! Cheers!   Creamy Tri-Tip Tips with Egg Noodles   2 pounds trimmed tri-tip, sliced and cut into bite size pieces 1 yellow onion, chopped 2 (10.75 ounces) cans condensed cream of mushroom soup 1 cup milk 1/2 cup red wine 1 package…

Happy Friday! Here’s a classic weekend recipe that’ll surely warm your cockles.   Beef Stew   1 tablespoon unsalted butter 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided 2 pounds trimmed chuck roast, cut into 8 pieces Kosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste 1 cup finely chopped onion 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour…

Boneless, skinless chicken thighs are on sale right now at R & R Quality Meats & Seafood for $1.99 a pound! Just call me “The Thigh Master” Baked Maple Chicken Thighs 12 boneless, skinless chicken thighs2 Tbsp olive oil1 tsp sesame oilKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste2 Tbsp maple syrup2 Tbsp apple cider vinegar3 garlic cloves,…