I had nothing better to do during a long set of Today’s Country, so I thought I’d share a taco recipe with ya. Flank Steak Tacos with Garlicky Cilantro Chimichurri Marinade:1/4 cup Dijon mustard1/4 cup fresh lime juice1 tbsp soy sauce1 tsp Worcestershire sauce2-1/2 lbs. flank steak Chimichurri:2 cups minced cilantro2-1/2 tbsps. minced garlic (the jarred garlic works…
Happy First Day of Summer! Summer officially arrived here at 3:07 this morning. What’s more summery than barbecued chicken? I am the “Thighmaster” If you can’t find the Huy Fong siracha (the one with the rooster on the bottle), or don’t wanna pay $30-$90 online for it, the Tabasco siracha is a great substitute. Honey-Siracha Chicken…
Happy Father’s Day to you and yours! Here’s one more recipe I think dad would love. Finely diced, it makes good taco meat too. HAWAIIAN STYLE TERIYAKI CHICKEN 3 pounds of boneless, skinless chicken thighs.1 cup of soy sauce1 cup of pineapple juice1 cup of brown sugar packed5 cloves of mashed garlic.1 inch knob of fresh ginger,…
Treat dad to surf n turf on Sunday. I think that’s what he wants. Yes, that’s definitely what he wants. Grilled Cajun Garlic Butter Lobster Tails 4 lobster tailsKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste1stick butter melted2 Tablespoons olive oil4 garlic cloves, minced2 Tablespoons Cajun seasoning Fresh, finely chopped parsley or cilantro, for garnishPreheat grill to medium…
Father’s Day is this Sunday! I know what dad wants…a big, juicy, sloppy, all over his face, 6 napkin burger! Bacon Blue Cheese Burger with Caramelized Onions For the burgers2 pounds ground chuck1 tablespoon onion powderA few dashes of Worcestershire sauceFresh ground pepper, to taste8 ounces blue cheese, sliced12 slices thick-cut bacon, cooked and drained on paper…
It’s a Taco Tuesday so let’s make some tostadas. Hey, dad would love these on Sunday. He may even forgive you for all the bad things you did! Tequila-Chipotle Shrimp Tostadas with Mexican Slaw 1/3 cup plus 1 Tbs. olive oil1/2 tsp. pure chipotle chile powderKosher salt, to taste1 lb. extra-large (26 to 30 per lb.) shrimp,…
Fathers Day is this Sunday! It wouldn’t kill ya to make dad a nice meal. Baltimore Pit Beef Sandwich with Garlic-Parmesan Fries andCreamed Spinach For the Meat:1 tablespoon fine sea saltFreshly ground black pepper1 tablespoon onion powder1 tablespoon garlic powder2 teaspoons dried oregano1 tablespoon paprika1 teaspoon chili powder2 pounds beef top round, cut into 2 equal pieces For…
Beth and I were at Applebee’s the other night having a cocktail (Thanks Les Remley) and waiting for our to-go order. I saw a plate of their famous riblets go out to a table and it reminded me, I can do that. Smoked, Sweet and Sticky Riblets 4lbs pork ribletsKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste2…
I’m sure the Rat Pack loved a good Caprese salad. How about a Caprese steak? This will knock your d**k in the dirt! BTW…what does that mean anyway? Caprese Steak 3/4 c. balsamic vinegar4 cloves garlic, minced2 tbsp. honey2 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil1 tbsp. dried thyme1 tbsp. dried oregano4 of your favorite cuts of steak2 beefsteak tomatoes,…
Happy Taco Tuesday Eve! Next time you plan a Mexican fiesta, try my carnitas recipe. It’s a real crowd pleaser I’ll tell ya. Slow Cooker Carnitas Tacos and Grilled Mexican Street Corn 3 whole ancho chiles3 whole pasilla chiles4 cloves garlic, unpeeled2 to 3 chipotles in adobo sauce1 small can green chiles with liquid1/2 medium white onion,…
