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Here’s something for a cool, Fall weekend. I used to make this at Tappan Out Pizza, when I was closed on Sundays. Mama Areola’s Sunday Gravy 2 pounds boneless beef chuck roast4 tablespoons olive oil, divided1 pound uncooked sweet or hot Italian sausage links6 cloves garlic4 large sprigs fresh basil4 tablespoons tomato paste2 (28-ounce) cans whole peeled…

We have some cold, wet weather headed to Redding this week. Bundle up with a classic. Tomato Soup with Cheese-Onion Toast For the Tomato Soup:2 tbsp olive oil1 large onion, chopped4 cloves garlic, minced1 carrot, chopped2 cans (28 oz each) whole peeled tomatoes4 cups vegetable broth2 tbsp tomato paste1 tsp sugar1 tsp dried basil1/2 tsp dried oreganoKosher…

Here’s a side for my surf n turf dinner. It’s a good lookin’ side, it’s delicious and it makes your pee smell funny! Garlic-Parmesan Bacon Wrapped Asparagus 2 lb asparagus cleaned, woody ends removed1 stick unsalted butter2 tbsp minced garlic1 lb thin-sliced bacon½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheeseRed pepper flakes, to tasteKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to…

This will make the menu for Saturday night’s Make-A-Wish dinner as a starter. Mexican Shrimp Cocktail Court Bouillon (Poaching liquid for shrimp)10 cups cold water2 medium carrots, quartered2 stalks celery, quartered1 large onion, quartered1 head garlic, halved1 lemon, halved1/2 bunch parsley5 sprigs fresh thyme2 bay leaves 2-pounds medium shrimp, de-veined and shell onFresh cilantro leaves, for garnish6 Roma…

I’m putting together a surf-n-turf menu for a dinner at my house that was purchased at the Make-A-Wish Foundation Radio-thon. I’m considering a take on Steak Oscar. Filet Mignon with Shrimp and Lobster Cream Sauce 4 (6 oz) filet Mignon steaksKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste2 tablespoons olive oil1/2 pound large shrimp, peeled and de-veined1/2 pound…

Sunday, it’s a Super Bowl re-match. Chiefs at the 49ers. I’m gonna re-create a sandwich that I made for the Super Bowl. Hopefully with a different outcome. Dave’s Meatball Sub 1 lb ground beef1 lb ground pork4 garlic cloves, grated½ cup yellow onion, finely chopped¾ cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated1 cup breadcrumbs2 tsp Worcestershire sauce2 eggs2 tbsp Italian…

We are chickened out. I made some great crock-pot chicken dinners this week, but I need some red meat in my life. My boss thinks I post too many recipes with meat. He would like me to concentrate on recipes that don’t include meat. I said to him, “Hi, my name is Dave. Apparently we’ve…

We are in Crock-Pot heaven! Crock-Pot Chicken Cacciatore 6 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs1 tablespoon olive oilKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste8 ounces sliced mushrooms2 teaspoons minced garlic1 yellow onion, halved & sliced into half-moons1 green bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch pieces1 red bell pepper cut into 1/2 inch pieces4 carrots, rinsed & cut into 1/2…

The best kitchen tool ever invented, might just be the Crock-Pot. Crock-Pot Buffalo Wings 4 pounds chicken wings. Drums and flats separated; tips removed.2 tablespoons vegetable oilKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste1 teaspoon garlic powder1 teaspoon chili powder1 teaspoon onion powder1 tablespoon Montreal Steak Seasoning1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce4 tablespoons butter1 cup Franks wing sauce1/2 cup ketchupChives…

Dodgers and Padres tonight. Who’s going to the NLCS? Peppered Salmon and Creamed Corn FOR THE SALMON4 tablespoons soy sauce2 garlic cloves, mashed to a paste4 teaspoons lemon juice2 teaspoons sugarFour 6-ounces salmon fillets, skinless2 tablespoons black pepper3 tablespoons olive oil FOR THE CREAMED CORN AND BELL PEPPER3 cups frozen corn kernel2 tablespoons olive oil1 cup red bell…