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Cinco de Mayo, or the fifth of May, is this Sunday, a holiday that celebrates the date of the Mexican army’s May 5, 1862 victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. Also known as Battle of Puebla Day. Enchiladas Suiza (Swiss) 9 tomatillos, husked and rinsed1/2 white onion1 serrano Chile1 yellow Chile2…
Today is National Shrimp Scampi Day and Sunday is Cinco de Mayo. Remember, nobody parties like a Gringo! Mexican Shrimp Scampi with Chipotle Butter 1 stick Butter4 Chipotles in adobo sauce, pureed1 tsp dried oregano1 tsp dried basil1 tbsp minced garlic (I use Christopher Ranch in the jar)Kosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste1/2 tsp paprika1 tbsp…
Our engineer, Barry, brought in some baby chicks that hatched last night (4/22) Aren’t hey cute? Let’s make dinner. Chicken Piccata 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste Flour, for dredging Olive oil Dry white wine 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons caper…
Happy Monday! Here we go, on that workweek treadmill again. I hope you have a terrific and productive workweek. Remember, the first five days after the weekend, are the hardest. Classic & Delicious Buffalo Wings with Blue Cheese Dip For the dip:1/2 cup sour cream1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese1/4 cup mayonnaise1 clove garlic, chopped1 tablespoon buttermilkJuice of…
The weather in Redding this weekend is gonna be kinda crappy. Might as well stay in and cook. Tex-Mex Enchiladas with Chili Gravy Chili Gravy 1 1/2 pounds ground beef 1 onion, chopped 3 Tablespoons chili powder 1 tablespoon cumin 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1 teaspoon Mexican or regular…
Happy Taco Tuesday! Enjoy Giants baseball tonight with some damn fine tacos! Chipotle-Chicken Soft Tacos Ingredients for 6 tacos 2tablespoons vegetable oil 2Roma tomatoes, finely chopped 1/2medium onion, finely chopped 1clove garlic, finely chopped 2lb chicken breasts, or boneless, skinless thighs, chopped into 1-inch cubes 2or 3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely…
I got this recipe from an old Mexican farmer named Eugenio Valdez Encarnacion Ramirez Gonzales Huertas who lost his tongue in an unfortunate bass fishing accident. It was impossible to have a conversation with him without laughing hysterically but he made great Wet Burritos! Wet Burritos 1 lb. lean ground beef 2 cloves…
If you’re going to the Giants home opener on Friday, I strongly suggest the Gilroy Garlic Fries and a cold beer. If not, make your own. Garlic Fries 1 bag frozen French fries¼ cup vegetable or canola oil4 cloves fresh garlic, minced or 4 teaspoons jarred, minced garlic1 tablespoon dried or fresh parsley, finely chopped1 tablespoon dried…
Happy Taco Tuesday! Giants and Dodgers tonight on the big screen and the wafting of homemade tacos in my kitchen. Somebody pinch me! Chipotle Ground Beef Tacos For the taco seasoning:2 tablespoons chili powder2 tablespoons ground cumin1 tablespoon smoked paprika1 tablespoon garlic powder1 tablespoon onion powder1 teaspoon ground coriander2 teaspoons cornstarch1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt For the tacos:3/4…
Happy Easter! Beth and I are not planning a big Easter brunch or dinner. So, we’ll treat ourselves to a nice steak and asparagus topped with one of my steak toppers and I don’t care if the boys are grown and out of the house…I’m still coloring eggs! Hope you have a nice day! Dave’s Famous…
