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Happy Opening Day! The Giants open their season in Cincinnati, the A’s are in Seattle and the Dodgers host the Tigers. Bust out the brats and enjoy! Opening Day Beer Brats 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided)2 pounds of brats2 onions, halved and sliced into half moons4 cloves of garlic, minced2 bottles of a good craft beer1 teaspoon…

Pork steaks are on sale at my favorite meat store in Redding. So…   Smothered Pork Chops with Garlic-Mushroom Sauce   4 boneless pork chops or pork steaks Paprika, to taste Kosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste 2 tablespoons butter, divided 1/2 cup olive oil, divided 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced 1/2 small yellow onion,…

Happy Taco Tuesday! I’ve been wearin’ out the Blackstone, of late. Here’s a classic for ya. Classic Blackstone Tacos 1 lb. ground beef1 medium onion, finely chopped1 can (4 oz) diced green chiles2 tbsp taco seasoning1/4 cup water12 regular size corn or flour tortillas3/4 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack)1/4 cup crumbled Cotija cheese1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro1…

I made some hot, steamy fuh-jy-tas on the Blackstone last night.   Steak Fajitas   2 pounds steak of your choice 2 Tablespoons olive oil 2 red bell peppers, sliced 2 yellow bell peppers, sliced 2 yellow onions, sliced 4 cloves garlic minced 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil 2 packages fajita seasoning Flour tortillas Lime wedges,…

Happy Weekend! If you have some shrimp in the freezer, bust ’em out and get to work! This tostada is tasty, refreshing and pairs well with a bloody Mary!   Shrimp Ceviche Tostadas   For the Shrimp Ceviche: 1 lb. raw shrimp, peeled, deveined, and chopped into small pieces 3/4 cup fresh lime juice (enough…

Happy Friday!I found my recipe for Korean tacos. I’m gonna fire the Ninja this weekend.  Korean BBQ Bulgogi Beef Tacos 3 pounds boneless beef short ribsFlour or corn tortillasLime wedges, for squeezing Marinade1 cup sodium soy sauce1/2 cup mirin1/2 cup brown sugar1/4 cup sesame oil6 cloves garlic6 scallionsOne inch knob, peeled & grated fresh ginger Asian SlawNapa cabbage…

It looks like it’s gonna be really nice this weekend in Redding. So…fire the grill! These chicken thighs make for great tacos! Grilled Hawaiian Chicken Thighs The Meat and Marinade4 lbs. boneless, skinless chicken thighs1 C. packed light brown sugar1 C. soy sauce6 cloves of garlic, chopped1-2 inches of fresh ginger, peeled and chopped1 onion halved and…

St. Patrick’s Day is this coming Monday. If you’re looking for a good Corned Beef & Cabbage recipe, my mom always made a good one that is certain to knock your shillelagh in the dirt! Ruthie’s Corned Beef & Cabbage with Horseradish & Mustard Sauce 1 corned beef brisket (about 4 pounds) with spice packet2 tablespoons brown…

I’m in the mood for a cheesy, ooey-gooey sandwich   Tappan Out Patty Melt   2 pounds ground beef 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce Montreal steak seasoning, to taste 12 slices good quality bread (I use rye) ½ cup Secret Sauce, recipe follows 3 medium Vidalia onions, thinly sliced 6 slices American cheese 1 stick, or…