Fish Piccata

Fish Piccata

Don Potter loves fish, but doesn’t know what to do with it.   Fish Piccata   4 Fresh Filets of Tilapia, Snapper, Cod or any meaty white fish 1 Clove of Garlic, minced 2 tsp of Olive Oil Kosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste 1 Tbsp of Flour 2 Tbsp of Capers or to…

Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa and Garlic-Lime Mayo

Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa and Garlic-Lime Mayo

Tomorrow is Super Taco Tuesday! Vote early. Vote often.Grilled Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa and Garlic-Lime Mayo FOR THE TACOSJuice of 3 limesChopped cilantro, plus more for garnish2 garlic cloves, minced1 tsp. cuminOlive oilZest of 1 limeKosher salt, to taste1 lb. shrimp, peeled and deveined8 tortillas, warmed, for servingLime wedges, for squeezingPlastic squeeze bottle, for drizzling…

Ragu Bolognese

Ragu Bolognese

The weather is gonna be pretty crappy in Redding this weekend. So, stay inside and fill your home with the waft of comfort. Ragu Bolognese 1/4 cup olive oil4 tablespoons butter2 onions, chopped4 stalks celery, finely chopped1 carrot, scraped and finely chopped5 cloves garlic, sliced1 lb. ground veal1 lb. ground pork1/2 lb. ground beef1/4 lb. pancetta, minced1/2…

Siracha Shrimp Tacos with Siracha Sour Cream

Siracha Shrimp Tacos with Siracha Sour Cream

Happy Taco Tuesday! Siracha is back on store shelves! So… Siracha Shrimp Tacos with Siracha Sour Cream 6 tsp. Sriracha, divided2 tbsp. soy sauce2 cloves garlic, minced1 1/2 lb. shrimp, tails removed, peeled and deveined1 c. sour cream1/2 tsp. sesame oil1 tsp. honey2 limesKosher salt, to taste2 c. shredded purple cabbage1/4 c. fresh chopped cilantro1 tbsp. canola…

Honey-Garlic-Soy Salmon with Garlic-Parmesan Asparagus

Honey-Garlic-Soy Salmon with Garlic-Parmesan Asparagus

Hope you had a good weekend. Beth and I finished our studio apartment project and it’s now ready to rent. I’m looking for an air-fryer recommendation. Until then, I’ll fire the oven. Honey-Garlic-Soy Salmon with Garlic-Parmesan Asparagus 4 salmon fillets, about 6 ounces each1/3 cup soy sauce1/3 cup honey1 Tablespoon sesame or olive oil3 garlic cloves, minced…

Not Exactly Kentucky Fried Chicken

Not Exactly Kentucky Fried Chicken

It’s not exactly KFC, but it does have eleven herbs and spices. Go ahead, count ’em. Not Exactly Kentucky Fried Chicken 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces (I like legs and thighs)2 cups all-purpose flour1 egg1 cup buttermilk2 tablespoons paprika1 tablespoon onion salt1 teaspoon celery salt1 teaspoon black pepper1 teaspoon dried mustard1 teaspoon ground ginger1 teaspoon white…

Happy Taco Tuesday!

Happy Taco Tuesday!

Happy Taco Tuesday! Rotisserie Chicken Tacos with Seasoned Taco Shells 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil1 medium onion, thinly sliced2 cloves garlic, finely gratedOne 4-ounce can chopped green chiles, drained well2 teaspoons New Mexico or ancho Chile powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon smoked paprika1/2 teaspoon ground coriander1/2 teaspoon dried oreganoKosher salt, to tasteOne 8-ounce can tomato sauce1 tablespoon…

Marry Me Chicken

Marry Me Chicken

Be careful, you might just get a proposal tomorrow night with this recipe. Happy Valentine’s Day! Marry Me Chicken 2 tablespoons olive oil4 boneless skinless chicken breasts, or 6-8 bone in, thighs2 cloves garlic, minced1/2 teaspoon dried thyme1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes3/4 cup chicken broth1/2 cup heavy cream1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped1/2 cup parmesan cheese, gratedFresh basil,…

Cast Iron Baked Oysters Rockefeller with Creamy Dijon Spinach

Cast Iron Baked Oysters Rockefeller with Creamy Dijon Spinach

They say, oysters are an aphrodisiac. I say, they’re just damn good. Cover your bases. Serve oysters on Valentine’s Day. Cast Iron Baked Oysters Rockefeller with Creamy DijonSpinach 4 slices thick-cut chopped bacon3 cups chopped onions1 1/2 cups chopped green bell pepper1 1/2 cups chopped celery1 teaspoon Creole seasoningKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste1-pint oysters, drained…