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Our very dear friend Teresa, who sadly passed too soon several years ago, used to make the best Rumaki for our Christmas and New Year’s parties. Now, her husband and our dear friend, John, is with her. It’s a great party snack for the holidays and brings us great memories. Rest easy John & TJ….

If you’re still trying to come up with a sexy Christmas Eve dinner, this ought to do the trick.   Steak Marsala   1cup chicken broth ½-ounce dried porcini mushrooms 3 tablespoons olive oil 12 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced thin Kosher salt and fresh-pepper, to taste Four 6-8-ounce sirloin steaks 1 shallot, minced 1 tablespoon…

Christmas Eve is one week from today…Yikes! Cioppino is a must for many families during the Holidays. This one comes from the Putah Creek Cafe in Winters. It’s expensive, time consuming and a lot of work, but if you want to show your friends and family a lot of love on Christmas Eve or New…

Yesterday, Beth asked me, “Wadaya want for Christmas Eve dinner?” I really didn’t have an answer. Then, I found a recipe in my annals. BTW…what are YOU doing for Christmas Eve dinner? Steak Diane Four 6–8-ounce steaks…your favorite cut.Kosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste1/2 cup beef broth4 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons Dijon mustard2 teaspoons tomato paste2…

Pour yourself a glass of wine, dim the lights and ask Alexa to play Sinatra. Now…cut the cheese. French Onion Mac N Cheese 6 tbsp. butter, divided, plus more room temperature for brushing2 real big yellow onions, halved and sliced into half-moonsKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste12 oz. cavatappi or other short curly pasta2 tbsp. all-purpose…

I am in the mood for a damn rib, dammit!   Honey-Garlic Ribs   2 racks of pork ribs ½ cup honey ¼ cup soy sauce ¼ cup distilled white vinegar 2 tablespoons brown sugar 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 teaspoon baking soda 1 teaspoon garlic salt   Preheat the oven to 375. Slice ribs…

It’s gonna be beautiful in Redding this weekend. Fire the grill and have a great weekend! Cowboy Rib-Eye Steak with Chimichurri Chimichurri:1 shallot, finely chopped1 Fresno Chile or red jalapeño, finely chopped4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced or finely chopped1/2 cup red wine vinegar1 tsp. kosher salt, plus more1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro1/4 cup finely chopped flat-leaf parsley2…

When you’re in the mood for french onion soup, turn it into a casserole. French Onion Chicken Casserole 4-6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (depending on size)2 teaspoons garlic powder1 teaspoon dried oreganoRed crushed chili pepper flakes, to tasteKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste2 cups shredded mozzarella or Gruyere cheese2 tablespoons unsalted butter6 large, yellow onions, halved…