It’s National Cheese Lovers Day! So, I thought I’d share a couple of grilled cheese sandwiches with ya. Jalapeno Popper Grilled Cheese 8 slices sourdough bread thick cut8 slices thick-cut bacon2 teaspoon mayonnaise6 ounces cream cheese4 tablespoons diced jalapenos or to taste1/2 teaspoon garlic powder4 tablespoons parmesan cheese8 slices pepper-jack cheese Cook the bacon, but not too crisp….
Let’s get serious now, about game-day food. Sausage-Stuffed, Bacon-Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers 1-pound mild, or hot Italian sausage16-24 slices bacon8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, shredded1/2 cup cheddar cheese, shredded¼ cup chives, finely diced1-pound jalapeños, sliced in half, lengthwise and de-seeded (about 15 peppers) Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment…
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…
When I was a kid, my mom used to find half-eaten peanut butter & jelly sandwiches under my pillow. That would’ve never happened had I made my patty melt. Patty Melt 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef3/4 teaspoon onion powderKosher salt and fresh ground pepper, to taste2 slices rye bread2 tablespoons milk1 tablespoon butter2 large onions, sliced2 cups…
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…
