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Recently, at Rolling Hills Casino, my friends Rodney, Neal and I spent a day of gambling. For lunch, Rodney had fish and chips. He said it was really good. Here’s how our exchange went:Me: Those any good?Rodney: They’re great!Me: Can I have a taste?Rodney: No!Me: Would it kill ya?Rodney: Shut upMe: No, you shut up Fish…

It looks like we’re gonna get more weather this weekend in Redding. Birria Tacos have become very popular here, in the last few years and they are drop dead, delicious. This recipe takes a lot of time and effort, but if you love to cook, it might be a fun thing to do this weekend….

This snowy weather puts me in the mood for a good, pan-fried steak. Here’s an au Poivre that I butchered with red wine, in stead of cognac and I added capers. Rib-Eye Steak and Red Wine au Poivre 2 tablespoons black peppercorns, coarsely crushed1 tablespoon minced garlic2 teaspoons ground cumin2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil2 rib-eye steaks, cut…

It’s a Chile Verde kinda Monday in Redding. A margarita on the rocks would be ok too. Chicken Chile Verde in a Pressure Cooker 3 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs and drumsticks1-pound poblano peppers, roughly chopped, seeds and stems discarded12 ounces tomatillos, husks discarded, quartered1 medium white onion, roughly chopped6 ounces Anaheim peppers, roughly chopped, seeds and…

Happy Fat Tuesday! Let the fun and debauchery begin! Louisiana Shrimp Po Boy with Rémoulade Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste1 teaspoon cayenne pepper1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon paprika1/2 teaspoon dried oregano1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon onion powder Vegetable oil for frying2 pounds medium shrimp (16/20), peeled, tails removed and deveined1 cup buttermilk1 1/2 cups all-purpose…

Happy Friday! I got this recipe from actress, Nancy Travis, who played Vanessa, on the TV series, “Last Man Standing” Her baked ziti was a running gag on the show. It’s actually very good. Vanessa Baxter’s Baked Ziti 1 lb. ziti pasta, cooked al dente1 1/2 lbs. Italian sausage, casings remove, crumbled and cooked1 (15 ounce) containers…

Don’t pretend like you don’t like squid. Braised Squid Stuffed with Chorizo INGREDIENTS for 4 servings3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil8 ounces fresh chorizo, peeled and crumbled1 cup fresh bread crumbs1 1/2 pounds whole squid with tentacles1 medium onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, chopped2 bay leaves4 strips lemon zest1 cup white wine2 cups fish or chicken stock1 (32 ounce)…

It’s gonna be really nice in Redding this weekend. Sunshine, with temperatures in the mid 60’s-low 70’s. Go to your happy place and fire the grill. As Tyler Hubbard says, “Jack makes good whiskey but God makes the good stuff” Jack Daniel’s Grilled Steak with Garlic-Pepper Shrimp 4 New York Strip Steaks, boneless1/2- cup Jack Daniel’s Whiskey1/2-…

Happy Valentine’s Day! Nothing says “I love you” like carne asada tacos! Marinated Carne Asada Tacos with Smoky Tomatillo Salsa Chipotle and Garlic Marinade1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tbs honey1 1/2 tbs McCormick Grill Mates Chipotle and Roasted Garlic rub1 1/2 tbs waterJuice from one limeOne 2–3-pound tri tip or skirt steakKosher saltCorn and…

The restaurant review website, Zagat, says Italian cuisine is the #1 most popular cuisine for Valentine’s Day. One of my Q97 listeners, Kaylae, says that is her favorite. So, Let ‘Er Buck! Dave’s Chicken Marsala 2 large chicken breastsKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste1/4 cup all-purpose flour for dredging2 Tbsp olive oil1 Tbsp unsalted butter8…