While most agree that the Mojito originated from Cuba, there is much debate as to it’s true origins. The version I most subscribe to is that it was conceived by the British explore Sir Frances Drake as a means for preventing scurvy, which was a …
Read MoreBaked Italian Meat Balls
I’m wadding into the highly controversial world of Italian meatballs by stating up front that I think meatballs have the best taste and texture when made using a combination of ground pork mixed with ground beef. Beyond that basic building block everything that follows is …
Read MoreFluffy Buttermilk Pancakes
Stop using store-bought pancake mix, it’s stale, flat, and filled with chemicals and artificial flavors that can’t be good for your health; besides, it’s not hard to make an infinitely better fluffy batter mix from scratch. This simple recipe makes four 6″ pancakes (two servings), …
Read MoreLemon Zested Paella
Paella is a classic Spanish dish with three proteins; chicken, pork (Chorizo sausage), and shrimp. It’s a bit involved to make and it feeds a lot, but it also stores well and makes a great leftover. Traditionally paella is made in a special pan that …
Read MoreThe Greater Fool Theory
Chapter 15 in the R.M. Dolin novel “The Dangling Conversation“, May 15, 2023. ISABELLE: “I can’t do it, especially on short notice and it doesn’t help that Henry’s being a real shit; first he springs this on me last minute then gets offended when I …
Read MoreRunza Casserole
Could be from Kansas, could be from Nebraska, is there any real difference? Most agree Runza is a German-American immigrant comfort food made with hamburger and cabbage. Serves 9 yuppies or 3 hungry cowboys. This is a great dish to serve on poker night along …
Read MoreSkillet Ratatouille
A French vegetarian classic, ratatouille is a simple but involved vegetable staple for summertime. You can make this as a side, mixed with pasta, or even used with your breakfast eggs. Most ratatouille recipes don’t use mushrooms, but I like them so it’s optional for …
Read MoreBourbon Chicken with Sauce
Served over rice or beside slow cook grits makes a great meal option. I provide both a grilled and oven baked version. If you opt for grilling, I recommend a side of grilled Zucchini as well. While you could waste fine bourbon on this recipe, …
Read MoreGrilled Zucchini with Oven Option
Zucchini is one of those things you can do just about anything with, from making noodles to jazzing up a pasta dish, but by itself and grilled it’s the perfect side to serve with grilled steak or salmon. The important part about grilling zucchini though, …
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