Opening Day is tomorrow! The Giants open their season at Petco Park. Go Giants! Opening Day Beer Brats 3 tablespoons vegetable oil (divided) 2 pounds of bratwurst 1 medium onion (halved and sliced lengthwise) 4 cloves of garlic (minced) 1 bottle or can of beer (Any good lager will work. I used Summer…
Well, one more nice day in Redding before the wet weather sets in again. Hey, Mother Nature…would it kill ya to stop already? I’ll check in again with ya in July, when I’ll be bitchin’ about the heat. Smothered Pork Chops with Garlic-Mushroom Sauce 4 boneless pork chopsPaprika, to tasteKosher salt and fresh-ground pepper, to taste2 tablespoons…
I wrote this literally, as I was playing a long set of Today’s Country on Q97…Pretty Little Poison, Knockin’ Boots, Wild As Her, Texas Hold ‘Em, How Country Feels, Half Of Me. Happy Friday! Honey-Garlic Ribs 2 racks of pork ribs½ cup honey¼ cup soy sauce¼ cup distilled white vinegar2 tablespoons brown sugar4 cloves garlic, minced1 teaspoon…
What is today? Thursday? Screw it. Happy Taco Thursday! Chicken Tinga Tacos 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil 1 white onion, thinly sliced 4 garlic cloves, sliced 1 tablespoon ground cumin 1 tablespoon taco seasoning or Tajin 2 cups chicken stock One 14-ounce can tomato puree 1 teaspoon Mexican oregano 2 bay leaves 1…
Happy Pi Day! (3/14) The number π is a mathematical constant, the ratio of a circle’s circumference to its diameter, commonly approximated as 3.14159. What?! With St. Patrick’s Day coming up and this being Pi Day, I thought this would be appropriate. Shepherd’s Pie 2 pounds russet potatoes2 tablespoons sour cream or softened cream cheese1 large egg…
St. Patrick’s Day is this Sunday, so, if you’re looking for a good Corned Beef & Cabbage recipe, my mom always made a good one that is certain to knock your shillelagh in the dirt! Ruthie’s Corned Beef & Cabbage with Horseradish Sauce and Mustard Sauce 1 corned beef brisket (about 4 pounds) with spice packet2 tablespoons…
Let’s stay on that London Broil jag and turn ’em into tacos. Happy Taco Tuesday! Mojo Marinaded London Broil Tacos with Pico de Gallo and Salsa Roja 2 pounds London BroilMojo, recipe followsOlive oil, for coating the grillKosher salt and freshly ground black pepperCorn tortillasShredded romaine or iceberg lettuce, for servingChopped white onion, for servingShredded Jack cheese,…
London Broil has nothing to do with London or Broiling (Although, you can broil it) It’s an inexpensive top round steak. If you marinate it, grill it and slice it correctly, it’s a fantastic cut of meat. If you cook it past medium rare, feed it to your dog, or someone you don’t like very…
Chicken wings for dummies. Couldn’t be easier. Mix all the crap together, get it in the crock pot and walk away. SLOW COOKER STICKY CHICKEN WINGS 3 pounds chicken wings2 tablespoons cornstarchSesame seeds for garnishFresh cilantro, chopped for garnishScallions, chopped for garnish FOR THE SAUCE1/3 cup soy sauce1/3 cup prepared hoisin sauce1/3 cup brown sugar, packed1/4 cup honey4…
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…
