Category: Dinner

Scrumptious Dr. Pepper Country Style Ribs

Scrumptious Dr. Pepper Country Style Ribs

With simply 2 cans of Dr. Pepper (not diet) and some easy ingredients and slow cooked in your crockpot, this country style ribs recipe is absolutely lip smacking.

Jon Favreau’s Chef Movie “Scarlett’s Pasta” Recipe

Jon Favreau’s Chef Movie “Scarlett’s Pasta” Recipe

In 2014… actor, writer and director Jon Favreau made and starred in the movie “Chef”. I have admittedly seen this about 6 times. Favreau plays a chef who, after a public altercation with a food critic, quits his job at a popular Los Angeles restaurant…

Family Favorite Hunts Original Chicken Cacciatore

Family Favorite Hunts Original Chicken Cacciatore

This recipe quite honestly, was printed on the side of a can of Hunts Tomatoes back in the 1970’s. My mother has made this for years, later me taking the baton as well. It’s terrific! Tip: Be gentle with the cloves and thyme… a little…

Easy Garlic, Herb & Lemon Grilled Wings

Easy Garlic, Herb & Lemon Grilled Wings

I have never cared for the typical and all-too-plentiful Buffalo-style chicken wings… the aroma takes me back to my Air Force days living in the dormitory and the common room WREAKED of the smell of these come Monday morning! OK, so that’s my memory of…

Grilled Pork w/ Rich Vegetable Gravy Over Noodles

Grilled Pork w/ Rich Vegetable Gravy Over Noodles

Here’s a winner. The grilling factor of the pork is optional, but definitely the most tasty and presents to the dinner table beautifully. If grilling isn’t in the cards then simply brown the pork on your stovetop. The sauce is light yet super tasty boasting…

Italian Sausage & Chicken w/ Pepper Blend & Penne

Italian Sausage & Chicken w/ Pepper Blend & Penne

My mother came up with this brilliant recipe. If you follow the directions, the following makes A LOT of food! You’ll have some fine leftovers to enjoy and it’s always better the next day. I use mild Italian sausage, but feel free to kick it…

Hungarian Goulash w/ Sirloin Over Egg Noodles

Hungarian Goulash w/ Sirloin Over Egg Noodles

I have been enjoying this dish for as long as I can remember. Growing up, my brothers and I were definitely well fed, even when money was tight. This recipe is hugely delicious and fairly easy to make. The sauce is really rich and we…

Baked Chicken w/ Fresh Peppers and Mushrooms

Baked Chicken w/ Fresh Peppers and Mushrooms

Definitely one of my most requested family favorites. My daughter, mother, ex-wife (really) all rave over this one… except my Dad. Oh well, you can’t win over everybody, but everyone else I’ve made this for screams for the recipe! Incredibly easy, and inexpensive to make.…

Sauteed Zucchini w/ Fresh Garlic & Mushrooms

Sauteed Zucchini w/ Fresh Garlic & Mushrooms

This is without a doubt one of my quick and easy go-to meals. It’s inexpensive, versatile, VERY tasty and just plain ole delicious! My recipe will feed 2 people generously, so even feeding 4 will still be fast and inexpensive. Enjoy!

Balsamic Glazed Chicken w/ Red Potatoes and Rosemary

Balsamic Glazed Chicken w/ Red Potatoes and Rosemary

THIS restaurant quality recipe is just straight up awesome. It tastes incredible, a bit of honey sweetness, savors a touch of heat thanks to the hot pepper flakes, and presents beautifully. I strongly suggest preparing in a large cast iron skillet if you have one…