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Happy Friday! I got this recipe from actress, Nancy Travis, who played Vanessa, on the TV series, “Last Man Standing” Her baked ziti was a running gag on the show. It’s actually very good. Vanessa Baxter’s Baked Ziti 1 lb. ziti pasta, cooked al dente1 1/2 lbs. Italian sausage, casings remove, crumbled and cooked1 (15 ounce) containers…

Don’t pretend like you don’t like squid. Braised Squid Stuffed with Chorizo INGREDIENTS for 4 servings3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil8 ounces fresh chorizo, peeled and crumbled1 cup fresh bread crumbs1 1/2 pounds whole squid with tentacles1 medium onion, chopped4 garlic cloves, chopped2 bay leaves4 strips lemon zest1 cup white wine2 cups fish or chicken stock1 (32 ounce)…

It’s gonna be really nice in Redding this weekend. Sunshine, with temperatures in the mid 60’s-low 70’s. Go to your happy place and fire the grill. As Tyler Hubbard says, “Jack makes good whiskey but God makes the good stuff” Jack Daniel’s Grilled Steak with Garlic-Pepper Shrimp 4 New York Strip Steaks, boneless1/2- cup Jack Daniel’s Whiskey1/2-…

Happy Valentine’s Day! Nothing says “I love you” like carne asada tacos! Marinated Carne Asada Tacos with Smoky Tomatillo Salsa Chipotle and Garlic Marinade1/4 cup olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar2 tbs honey1 1/2 tbs McCormick Grill Mates Chipotle and Roasted Garlic rub1 1/2 tbs waterJuice from one limeOne 2–3-pound tri tip or skirt steakKosher saltCorn and…

The restaurant review website, Zagat, says Italian cuisine is the #1 most popular cuisine for Valentine’s Day. One of my Q97 listeners, Kaylae, says that is her favorite. So, Let ‘Er Buck! Dave’s Chicken Marsala 2 large chicken breastsKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste1/4 cup all-purpose flour for dredging2 Tbsp olive oil1 Tbsp unsalted butter8…

This recipe is super easy and would be great for Super Sunday morning to sop up all the alcohol coming later in the day. Tater Tot Casserole 1 pound hot or mild Italian sausage, casings removed and crumbled½ sweet onion diced2 cloves garlic minced15 ounces canned mixed vegetables10 ounces cream of mushroom soup2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauceDash of…

OK. One more wing recipe for your Super Bowl bash. Baked Maple-Bacon Wings 2 lb. chicken wings15 slices bacon, halved1/4 cup barbecue sauce2 tbsp. maple syrup1 tbsp. apple cider vinegar1 tbsp. brown sugar1/2 tsp. chili flakes 1. Preheat oven to 425° and line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. Wrap wings with ½ slice bacon each, and…

Yeah, I know…Another freaking wing recipe. Baked Garlic-Parmesan Wings 2 lbs. chicken wings1-2 tbsp. vegetable oil2 sticks melted butterKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste8 cloves garlic, minced4 tbsp. Freshly Chopped Parsley2 cups shredded Parmesan, plus more for garnish2 tsp. red pepper flakesCaesar dressing, for dipping 1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Toss chicken wings with…

Wings is the word. The first time I made these, I forgot about them and they turned to mush. So, watch the time carefully and check on them once in a while. Don’t forget about your wings in the crock pot. Slow Cooker Garlic-Parmesan Wings 2 lb. chicken wings (Drums and flats)1/2 stick butter, melted8 cloves garlic,…

Imagine these babies on your Super Bowl menu.  Damn Fine Sweet and Spicy Shrimp Tacos For the damn Shrimp:2 pounds large shrimp, peeled, deveined and tails removed2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon chili powder1 teaspoon ground cumin1 teaspoon smoked paprika1 teaspoon garlic powder1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepperFinely grated zest from 2 limes1/4 cup canola oil, plus more for cooking…