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I’m on a sandwich jag right now. In the sandwich world, few are purer and more classic than the Italian Sub. Where in Redding do you find a true, classic, Italian sub? Italian Sub 1/2 large onion, thinly sliced into half-moons1 12-inch loaf soft Italian bread5 tablespoons red wine vinegar5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oilKosher salt and freshly…

Tonight we’ll find out tonight who the Niners play on Sunday in the Divisional Round. I think I’m a Bucs fan tonight. Chorizo and Shrimp Quesadillas with Smoky Guacamole 2 ripe avocados1 lime, juicedA couple pinches Kosher salt1/4 cup sour cream, 3 rounded tablespoonfuls2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo1/2-pound chorizo sausage, sliced thin on an angle1 tablespoon…

Happy Friday! The NFL Wildcard games are this weekend:Saturday…Seahawks @ Niners, Chargers @ JaguarsSunday…Dolphins @ Bills, Giants @ Vikings, Ravens @ BengalsMonday….Cowboys @ Buccaneers Marinated Tri Tip Tacos with Guacamole SauceOne 2–3-pound tri tip, trimmed and silver skin removedFor the marinade:1/4 cup olive oilJuice from 2 fresh limes2 teaspoons cumin2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce2 teaspoons onion powder2…

I did a fridge clean out yesterday and realized I had some pretty good ingredients that I could use up for a nice dinner. This looks like a strange combination and it probably is, but it works. It was terrific! This is a perfect dish for the NFL playoffs this weekend. GO NINERS! Chicken Satay with…

I think a steak sandwich is the proper thing to make today. Batten down your hatches and blow your baffles and have a great day! Steak Sandwich with Cilantro-Lime Chimichurri and Sauteed Garlicky Spinach For the sandwiches:2 8oz strip steaksKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to tasteMontreal Steak Seasoning, to taste4 thick slices tomato4 slices pepper jack…

Apparently, It’s that time of year when we eat healthy. It sure takes the fun out of cooking. Grilled and Chopped Chicken Salad Ingredients2-4 (depending on size) boneless skinless chicken breasts2 tbsp olive oil1 lime, juiced1 tsp chili powder1 tsp smoked paprika1 tsp ground cumin1 tsp garlic powderKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste Dressing:¾ cup plain…

If tomorrow is a Taco Tuesday for ya, toss in a little adobo action, or keep this for the Wild Card games this weekend. Go Niners!   Adobo-Marinated Chicken Tacos   4 dried ancho chiles, wiped clean, stemmed, and seeded 4 dried guajillo chiles, wiped clean, stemmed, and seeded Water for soaking the chiles 2…

Isn’t this weather great? We sure need it. Puts me in the mood for baking. Get yourself over to R & R and pick up some nice, big chicken thighs. Tell ’em Dave sent ya.   Grilled Asian Chicken Thighs   16 bone in-skin on chicken thighs 1/2 cup hoisin sauce 1/2 cup honey 1/2…

So last night, I asked my wife “Do you want to stay up and watch the ball drop Saturday night?” She said, “Honey, I’ve been watching them drop for years.” Happy New Year to you and yours.   Pork Scallopini   4 (6 ounce) boneless pork loin chops 1⁄2cup all-purpose flour Kosher salt and fresh…

Last night, I caught a little grief for splattering cacciatore sauce all over the stove. I said, “I’m never cooking again” Well, that didn’t last long. What’s For Dinner Tonight?   Tagliatelle Bolognese 2 ounces dried porcini mushrooms, wiped of grit   1/4-pound pancetta or slab bacon, finely chopped 1 medium onion, finely chopped 2…