Advertisements As you all know, I love to make my own seasoning blends, spice rubs and what not. This particular spice rub is meant for pork – like a pork shoulder or butt for pulled pork, pork ribs, or even pork chops. With the addition of brown sugar you get that lovely sweet but spicyContinue reading “Pork Spice Rub”
Category Archives: Healthier Fare
Smoked Pineapple Teriyaki Burgers
Advertisements Sometimes you just want a classic bacon cheeseburger – and sometimes you want something a little extra, dare I say, a little bit gourmet when it comes to your burger night. By going down the fusion road, you can take the classic flavors of the islands and turn it into a dang tasty burger.Continue reading “Smoked Pineapple Teriyaki Burgers”
My Favorite Spicy Recipes
Advertisements Spicy food is not for everyone – that is for sure. But when it comes to my own kitchen – I like for things to have spice that makes sense not just spice to melt your face off. I want to taste the flavors of the peppers to come through and enhance the dishContinue reading “My Favorite Spicy Recipes”
Chorizo Beans & Rice
Advertisements One pan bean and rice dishes are always a great idea for a weeknight dinner. You can put everything into the pan an go about your evening routine. This recipe for Chorizo Beans & Rice is made of simple ingredients, and comes together so easily. It is hearty and full of flavor. It isContinue reading “Chorizo Beans & Rice”
Creamy Salsa Dip
Advertisements If you have been around this blog much in the last almost 5 years…then you know that I love to make sauces. Most of the meals I make have some sort of sauce involved – a gravy, a pan sauce, a cheese sauce, a fresh veggie sauce, a hot sauce…I just love sauces. AndContinue reading “Creamy Salsa Dip”
My favorite Recipes Using Shrimp
Advertisements Not everyone loves shrimp – especially not as much as I do! Shrimp is such a great protein to mix things up on the dinner schedule. It is also really great for a quick meal as it does not take all that long to cook through. For the most part I like to useContinue reading “My favorite Recipes Using Shrimp”
My favorite Recipes Using Ground Turkey
Advertisements Ground Turkey is a staple protein in my kitchen. You can use it in just about any recipe that calls for a ground meat – like beef, pork, sausage or chicken. It cooks and crumbles mostly the same way and takes on the flavors of the dish much like ground beef or chicken. YouContinue reading “My favorite Recipes Using Ground Turkey”
Rolled Chicken Tacos with Queso
Advertisements Rolled tacos or taquitos are a fun twist on a typical taco. You get the lovely texture of the baked or fried tortillas, with plenty of cheese and chicken inside. Along with a fantastic and super easy homemade queso for dipping – your family is going to love this one. Rolled Chicken Tacos withContinue reading “Rolled Chicken Tacos with Queso”
Chicken & Bean Tacos
Advertisements As the weather turns a bit cooler, I like to find ways to make our meals just a bit more hearty. And one of the best ways to do that is to add beans to a dish. They are a great sort of extra protein and add a bit of “weight” to a dish.Continue reading “Chicken & Bean Tacos”
Roasted Chicken Salad Sandwiches
Advertisements Ok while this recipe may seem a bit involved it really can be done with ease. The garlic dill roast chicken can be made several hours in advance (during the lunch hours or even the day before), And the dressing may have a several components, you probably have all of it to hand. LetContinue reading “Roasted Chicken Salad Sandwiches”