How to Cook London Broil on the Grill
The summer times are when we all appreciate the fact that we own a grill. Nothing beats standing in your backyard, roasting slabs of meat… Read More »How to Cook London Broil on the Grill
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How to Cook Turkey Bacon in an Oven
We all love bacon, and it’s exciting to discover new ways to prepare it. And if you’re a huge fan of turkey bacon, you always… Read More »How to Cook Turkey Bacon in an Oven
How to Cook Corned Beef Brisket in a Slow Cooker
For those who enjoy preparing dishes with a slow cooker, making corned beef brisket is a lot of fun. It’s a two-perk recipe; you get… Read More »How to Cook Corned Beef Brisket in a Slow Cooker
How to Cook a Turkey Breast in a Crock Pot
A dish of slow-cooked turkey breast is a sure way to add excitement to a table when needed. Turkey breasts offer you the same delicious… Read More »How to Cook a Turkey Breast in a Crock Pot
How to Cook a Ribeye Steak on the Grill
For extreme lovers of steak, ribeye is an acquired taste. Though it’s on the pricey side, its exquisite marbling and top-quality meat give you a… Read More »How to Cook a Ribeye Steak on the Grill
How Do You Cook a Precooked Ham in a Slow Cooker?
A pre-cooked ham is already a tasty dish to have for many occasions. But you can also improve the flavor and texture by cooking it… Read More »How Do You Cook a Precooked Ham in a Slow Cooker?
How Long to Cook Shrimp on Grill
Grilled shrimp is one of the most exciting recipes you’ll ever come across, and the process produces a delicious effect every time. But one aspect… Read More »How Long to Cook Shrimp on Grill
How Long to Cook Chicken Tenders in Air Fryer
Many parties and get-togethers have been rescued by the superfast recipe that is air fryer chicken tenders. And not only is the recipe delicious, but… Read More »How Long to Cook Chicken Tenders in Air Fryer
How to Cook Bacon on the Stove
Hardly would you come across a home where bacon isn’t a regular on the menu. Delicious, filling, and complementary to most foods, bacon is the… Read More »How to Cook Bacon on the Stove
How Many Minutes Per Pound to Cook a Turkey
Everyone loves a great meal, and turkey is one you can be sure your guests will appreciate. Whether the occasion is Thanksgiving, Christmas, or you… Read More »How Many Minutes Per Pound to Cook a Turkey
How to Cook Swordfish on the Grill
A swordfish is an oily, large, elongated, round-bodied fish that gets its name from the bony, sword-like protrusion on its face. It’s a mild-tasting white… Read More »How to Cook Swordfish on the Grill
How Long to Cook Corn on the Grill
Whether it’s at a traditional backyard barbecue or simply enjoying the arrival of summer, everyone has come to appreciate a good serving of grilled corn.… Read More »How Long to Cook Corn on the Grill
BBQ At Home: 8 Mouth-watering Recipes You Must Try
Tired of eating the same dishes at your local barbecue joints? Don’t spend money on BBQ restaurants. You can prepare these delicious dishes right at… Read More »BBQ At Home: 8 Mouth-watering Recipes You Must Try
Falafel Recipe
Today I wanna tell you how I like to make falafel. Falafel is these beautiful chickpea fillets that are infused with spices and lots of… Read More »Falafel Recipe
Pecan Pie Recipe
Pie has been known to man since ancient times. Pecans are native to the Southern United States and pecan pies have long been served as… Read More »Pecan Pie Recipe
Fried Chicken Recipe
Every country has its version of fried chicken. Large chunks of chicken pieces are seasoned, breaded and deep-fried. The seasoning can vary, but the marinade… Read More »Fried Chicken Recipe
The Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
Pot pie is believed to have been originated from Greece. It is saucy meat covered by pie crust. The pie crust is a flaky puff… Read More »The Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
Beef Stew Recipe
Beef stew is a staple comfort food made in heaven! Hearty and healthy, every household has their own take on this classic recipe. With the… Read More »Beef Stew Recipe
Crepe Recipe
Crepe is a Latin word which means crisp and this recipe was evolved in the old 14th century. This dish is mainly made with wheat… Read More »Crepe Recipe
Biscuit Recipe
Biscuit recipe was developed in middle ages and the word is derived from the Latin word ‘bis coitus’, which means twice baked. Some people get… Read More »Biscuit Recipe
Cornbread Recipe
Cornbread is a Native American cuisine made from dried and ground maize. The European explorers learnt the recipe from Chickasaw, Cherokee, Creek and Choctaw tribes… Read More »Cornbread Recipe
Quiche Recipe
Quiche is originally a French dish, but adding cream and eggs to it was practised by Italian and English homes. The dish at its basic… Read More »Quiche Recipe
Mexican Taco Pork Bowl
This Mexican Taco Pork Bowl is an easy-to-cook, carb-free option for any night of the week. The combination of taco seasoning, salsa, yogurt, and cheese… Read More »Mexican Taco Pork Bowl
BBQ Pulled Beef Recipe
BBQ Pulled beef is delicious to serve for dinner or even to bring to parties. You can easily make this recipe to serve a large… Read More »BBQ Pulled Beef Recipe
Grilled Chicken with Basil Butter Recipe
Spring and Summer are approaching and it is the time of year again to fire up the grill. This grilled chicken with basil butter is a great way to kick off your grilling season. Don’t worry if you don’t have a grill, an indoor grill pan will work fine for this recipe as well! The chicken is marinated in lemon juice, lime juice, honey, and garlic and then grilled to perfection. Once the chicken has finished cooking and is still hot it is topped with basil butter. The delicious basil butter gets a lot of flavor from fresh basil and garlic powder. Enjoy.
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Irish Tacos Recipe
This St. Patrick’s Day if you are looking for a delicious dish to prepare you should probably give these Irish tacos a try. These tacos are loaded with shredded pork, queso fresco cheese, shredded cabbage and a lime crema. What makes these tacos Irish you may ask? The pork is cooked in Guinness stout. The stout really gives the taco meat an amazing flavor. The pork is also seasoned with a homemade spice mix and the crema is just a simple combination of sour cream, cilantro and lime juice. I like to prepare the meat in the slow cooker and then shred it and it is ready to be eaten. You can top these tacos with whatever condiments you like. Enjoy.
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Cinnamon Swirl Bread Recipe
If you are looking for a delicious and sweet treat you will probably want to make this simple cinnamon swirl bread. This recipe uses ingredients… Read More »Cinnamon Swirl Bread Recipe
Lactation Cookies Recipe
My wife and I recently had our second child and I prepared a triple batch of these lactation cookies to help her produce more breast… Read More »Lactation Cookies Recipe
Easy Baked Chicken Taquitos Recipe
These baked chicken taquitos use flour tortillas and are delicious and easy to prepare. This recipe is a great way to use up leftover cooked… Read More »Easy Baked Chicken Taquitos Recipe
Turkey Grilled Cheese with Gravy Recipe
It should come as no surprise that a turkey grilled cheese is even better when it is served with a side of gravy for dipping. This recipe is very easy to prepare and can easily be adjusted to your taste. I used sliced roast deli turkey, swiss cheese, and french bread. The gravy is just a simple combination of flour, butter, chicken broth and pepper. You can use whatever type of broth you want to flavor the gravy, such as turkey. Enjoy.
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Sour Cream Sugar Cookies Recipe
Sugar cookies are one of the most classic and delicious sweets to prepare for Christmas and the holiday season. What is great about sugar cookies is that they are easy to prepare. These sugar cookies are a little bit different and use sour cream. I would say that the texture is more like that of a cake than a cookie. Once the dough is prepared and the cookies are baked, they are coated with frosting and sprinkles if desired. The frosting is just a simple combination of butter, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk. You can add food coloring if you want, I used blue. These are easy to prepare in large batches if needed. Enjoy.
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Mustard BBQ Pulled Pork Recipe
Pulled pork sandwiches are great with traditional bbq sauce but if you are looking for something a little bit different, using a southern mustard based bbq sauce is a great option as well. The mustard bbq sauce is similar to the regular sauce but the primary ingredient is yellow mustard. The sauce is very easy to prepare and you probably already have most or all of the ingredients on hand already. In this recipe a pork roast is rubbed with seasoning and then cooked in the slow cooker, shredded and mixed with the prepared mustard bbq sauce. I like to serve the pork on sandwiches and you can also add some coleslaw to the sandwiches or serve it on the side. Enjoy.
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How to Make Chocolate Truffles
There are all different ways to prepare truffles but they usually consist of some type of filling and are coated in chocolate. If you need… Read More »How to Make Chocolate Truffles
Short Rib Poutine Recipe
Who doesn’t like poutine? When you combine gravy with cheese curds and fries you have one of the most delicious combinations. Add shredded beef short ribs into the mix and you have taken things to the next level. This recipe is prepared in the slow cooker and does not require much work at all. The gravy is just a simple combination of beef broth, worcestershire sauce, salt, pepper, and thyme. For this poutine I used store bought french fries but you can make your own if you want as well. There is no beer in my version of this dish but you could add some if you want! Enjoy.
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Brats with Broccoli Slaw Recipe
These bratwurst with honey mustard broccoli slaw are great to serve for gameday. The brats can be grilled or cooked on the stovetop. I like… Read More »Brats with Broccoli Slaw Recipe
Slow Cooker Pork Ragu Recipe
A delicious meat sauce to serve over cooked pasta is pork ragu. You can prepare pork ragu on the stovetop but I prefer the slow cooker. Just simply throw all of the ingredients into the crock pot, let it cook, shred the meat and it is ready to serve. The ragu gets a lot of flavor from red wine, tomatoes, garlic, carrot and onion. You can use whatever type of pasta you want to this recipe but I used pappardelle. I like to serve this recipe with garlic bread on the side. Enjoy.
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Maxwell Street Polish Recipe
The origins of the Maxwell Street Polish come from Maxwell Street in Chicago, IL. The Maxwell street polish is grilled or fried polish sausage on… Read More »Maxwell Street Polish Recipe
Hot Dog Tacos Recipe
A great recipe to prepare for football season is hot dog tacos. These tacos are tortilla shells stuffed with cheese, a hot dog, guacamole and… Read More »Hot Dog Tacos Recipe
Honey Mustard Chicken Flatbreads Recipe
I have a new obsession with flatbreads lately and I decided to prepare some with honey mustard and grilled chicken. These flatbreads are topped with… Read More »Honey Mustard Chicken Flatbreads Recipe
Hot Dogs with Onion Rings Recipe
These hot dogs with onion rings are great to serve for the upcoming NFL season and can easily be prepared on the grill. The hot dog are topped with onion rings, coleslaw and bbq sauce. This is more of an idea than a recipe and you can use whatever type of BBQ sauce you like, as well as whatever coleslaw you enjoy. I like to serve these hot dogs with French fries. Enjoy.
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Santa Fe Chicken Recipe
Santa Fe Chicken is marinated grilled chicken topped with sundried tomatoes, black beans, cheese and cilantro. The chicken is marinated for only about 10 minutes in lime juice, seasoned with salt and pepper and then grilled. If you don’t have a grill you can also cook this on the stove top. Enjoy.
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Grilled Chicken Street Tacos Recipe
These grilled chicken street tacos are a perfect dinner to prepare on the grill during the summer. This recipe consists of marinated grilled chicken, cilantro, and red onion on corn tortillas. You can add additional ingredients such as black beans and queso fresco cheese. A squeeze of lime juice tops these tacos off nicely. The marinade gives the chicken a lot of flavor from ingredients such as vinegar, orange juice, lime juice, and ancho chili powder. I would recommend marinating the chicken for at least 6 hours for a good amount of flavor. Enjoy.
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Balsamic Dijon Pork Chops Recipe
Pork chops are an easy and inexpensive dinner to prepare on the grill during the summer. These balsamic Dijon pork chops are grilled and then brushed with a sauce. The sauce is a combination of balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, and a few different spices. I like to use boneless pork chops but using bone-in is fine as well. I like to serve this recipe with a cold pasta salad. Enjoy.
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Coney Sauce Recipe
One way to really step up the flavor of your grilled or boiled hot dogs is with coney sauce. This is not chili for hot… Read More »Coney Sauce Recipe
Shredded Smoked Chicken Recipe
I have always had an interest in the delicious flavor of smoked meats, so when I got my hands on a Traeger wood pellet grill I knew had to prepare a couple of smoked chickens. I used 2 whole 4lb chickens for this recipe. First I prepared a spice blend and then mixed it with butter and rubbed it under the skin and all over the outside of each chicken. I then placed the chicken onto the pellet grill and smoked the chickens at 350 degrees F. for about an hour and 30 minutes. The flavor of the pellets that I used to cook this chicken were the hickory bbq hardwood pellets.
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Slow Cooker Beef Stew Recipe
This delicious beef stew is prepared in the slow cooker and is great to serve for dinner. The meat is browned and then added into the crockpot with ingredients such as beef broth, garlic, onion, mustard, beer and many other ingredients. If you don’t want to use beer, just add extra beef broth instead. You can skip the browning of the meat if you want and just add it into the slow cooker. You can add extra vegetables if you want such as carrots. This stew goes great served with egg noodles. Enjoy.
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Grilled Bacon Wrapped Hot Dogs Recipe
These grilled bacon wrapped hot dogs are an excellent recipe to prepare on the grill during the summer. The hot dogs are wrapped in strips of bacon and then grilled until the bacon is crisp. The buns are toasted and then topped with BBQ sauce, the grilled hot dogs, Velveeta cheese sauce, jalapeno peppers, lettuce and tomato. You can use whatever type of hot dogs you want for this recipe but I used the natural casing hot dogs. You can serve this dish with cold salad or French fries. Enjoy.
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Honey Soy Grilled Pork Chops Recipe
Honey Soy grilled pork chops are excellent during the summer. These pork chops have just the right about of heat and flavor. The pork chops are marinated in soy sauce, honey, garlic, and crushed red pepper flakes. You will want to allow the pork chops to marinate for at least 30 minutes. I marinated them for about 5-6 hours. I like to use boneless chops, but of course bone-in is fine as well. I like to serve these honey soy grilled pork chops with a cold salad. Enjoy.
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Grilled Chicken Lo Mein Recipe
This chicken lo mein is a little different because it includes grilled chicken instead of the typical stir-fried chicken. The flavor of the grill helps to make this chicken lo mein unique. The chicken is marinated in hoisin sauce and then placed onto the grill, cooked, and sliced. The lo mein gets a lot of flavor from the sauce which consists of ingredients such as chicken broth, soy sauce, oyster sauce and hoisin sauce. If you cook a lot of Chinese food, you probably already have a lot of these ingredients on hand already. Enjoy.
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Kansas City BBQ Sauce Recipe
No one does BBQ like Kansas City. This is a BBQ sauce that is Kansas City Style. This sauce consists of many ingredients and all of them come together to create a delicious sauce for the grill. The sauce is simply prepared on the stovetop and simmered for about 30 minutes. Most of the ingredients you probably already have on hand. You can use this BBQ sauce for a variety of different meats but I used boneless skinless chicken breasts. Enjoy.
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Chipotle Chicken Tacos Recipe
These chipotle chicken tacos are delicious and perfect if you are looking for something a little different for taco night. These tacos consist of grilled chicken, cheese, lime crema and a BLT slaw. The chicken and tortillas are prepared on the grill. The chicken marinade gets a lot of flavor from ingredients such as chipotle seasoning, Dijon mustard, honey, vinegar and lime juice. My favorite part of this recipe is the slaw which is combination of bacon, cabbage, tomato and onion. The lime crema tops these tacos off nicely with a cilantro and lime flavor. Enjoy.
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Chili Cilantro Lime Chicken Recipe
This chili cilantro lime chicken is marinated and grilled to perfection. The marinade consists of a few simple ingredients such as lime juice, zest, cilantro, red chili flakes, cumin, and honey. You will want to marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes but I recommend a bit longer than that. I think I marinated it for about 6 hours. This recipe uses boneless skinless chicken breasts but you can use thighs as well. You can use the chicken for tacos or burritos or just serve it as is with some rice on the side. If you are looking for a delicious chicken marinade, give this one at try. Enjoy.
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How to Grill Lobster Tails
Another great option for summer grilling is lobster tails. Lobster can be a bit expensive where I live so I only prepare it occasionally but when I do it is a real treat. If you have wondering how to grill lobster tails, the truth is, it is very easy. If you have access to fresh lobster, that’s perfect but if you live in a place like I do, you will probably have to get it frozen. You will want it thawed when grilling. I just left mine in the refrigerator overnight. The lobster tails are cut in half and then brushed with a garlic butter sauce and grilled. Just be careful not to overcook the lobster. Enjoy.
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Grilled Steak with Blue Cheese Butter Recipe
Grilled steaks are one of my favorite meats to prepare on the grill and when you add a blue cheese butter, things become even better. The steaks are simply seasoned with salt and pepper and then grilled to your liking. You can use whatever type of steak you want for this recipe but I recommend a cut that is good on the grill such as New York strip or ribeye. The blue cheese butter is a combination of chives, blue cheese, garlic, butter, Dijon mustard, salt and pepper. Enjoy.
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Garlic Butter Grilled Shrimp Recipe
Garlic butter shrimp is easy to prepare on the grill. The combination in this recipe of garlic, butter and lemon juice goes great brushed on shrimp. The sauce gets additional flavor from pepper and paprika. You will want to make sure that you don’t overcook the shrimp. You can use wooden or metal skewers for this recipe. If you are using wooden you will want to soak them in cold water first. I like to serve this recipe with wild rice on the side. Enjoy.
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Onion Potato Chip Burgers Recipe
These potato chip onion burgers are great on the grill or cooked on the stovetop. The patties are mixed with breadcrumbs and egg to give them a little different texture from your normal beef patty. The burgers are topped with French onion dip and kettle chips for a nice crunch. You can use pretty much whatever type of cheese you prefer here but I used cheddar. These are great served with French fries. Enjoy.
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Prime Rib Burgers Recipe
When I came across some prime rib burger patties at the store I knew that I had to give them a try. I’m I glad that I did because the prime rib was delicious and has a very different flavor from your normal burger. These burgers are topped with caramelized onions, a horseradish cream, and smoked provolone cheese. You can cook the burgers either on the stovetop or grill them on an outdoor grill. I recommend using ag good type of bun such as brioche. Enjoy.
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Beer Brats with Slaw Recipe
The warmer weather is coming up soon and that means it’s time to fire up the grill again. A great way to start off the grilling season is with beer brats. These brats are cooked in beer and then placed onto the grill to finish cooking. A delicious slaw is also added to these brats. The slaw is mainly oil and vinegar based (no mayo) and really adds a nice flavor to these brats. Enjoy.
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Mississippi Roast Recipe
I am not sure why this recipe is called Mississippi roast but it is a fantastic recipe to prepare in the slow cooker. This beef roast gets a lot of its flavor from au jus and ranch dressing seasoning packets. Additional flavor comes from pepperoncini. To prepare this recipe simply add everything to the slow cooker and let it cook for 8 hours and then shred the beef and it is ready to serve. I like to serve this roast with mashed potatoes and use the sauce in the crockpot as a gravy. Enjoy.
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Oven Roast Chicken Breast Recipe
A lot of the time I will settle for boneless chicken breasts but the truth is, roasting bone-in chicken breast with the skin on in the oven is far more flavorful and delicious. The chicken in his recipe is coated with seasoning and then fried in a pan for a few minutes and finished cooking in the oven. You can cook these fully in the oven if you want but the cook-time will be a little longer, so make sure that you check the chicken with a meat thermometer to make sure that it is fully cooked. Frying the chicken breast in the pan helps to get the skin crispy. I like to throw in a few cut up red potatoes cover in olive oil with a little salt and pepper. It is delicious. Enjoy.
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Slow Cooker Kielbasa Bites Recipe
These slow cooker kielbasa bites are an excellent appetizer to prepare for the super bowl. This appetizer is very easy to prepare. The kielbasa is sliced and placed into the crockpot with bbq sauce and sweet chili sauce. You can also just prepare this in a saucepan if you are short on time. I like to serve these on toothpicks. Enjoy.
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Bacon Ranch Potato Foil Packets Recipe
You can fire up the grill to prepare these bacon ranch potato foil packets. These foil packets make a great side dish to serve with your grilled meat. The potatoes are sliced and then mixed with ranch dressing, garlic powder, salt and pepper and placed into the foil packets with bacon and cheese. The foil packets are placed onto the grill and cooked for about 20-25 minutes or until tender. Top with fresh parsley once they are cooked. Enjoy.
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Teriyaki Grilled Shrimp Recipe
Teriyaki grilled shrimp just like from Red Lobster Restaurant is great on the grill. This recipe is easy enough to prepare, all that you need is some homemade teriyaki sauce, raw shrimp, and skewers. The teriyaki sauce is used as both a glaze and a marinade. The teriyaki sauce gets a lot of flavor from ingredients such as soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic. The shrimp can be topped with sesame seeds if desired. Enjoy.
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Roasted Chicken with Lemon and Garlic Recipe
During the colder months, I love to prepare a whole chicken in the oven. This recipe for roasted chicken with lemon and garlic is delicious. The chicken is spread with a lemon garlic butter mixture and then stuffed with lemons and fresh rosemary and onion and then baked to perfection. You will want to use fresh ingredients for this recipe for the best flavor possible. This dish is great to prepare for dinner any night of the week or for the upcoming holiday season. I like to serve this chicken with flavored rice. Enjoy.
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Shrimp and Parmesan Steak Recipe
This recipe for shrimp and parmesan steak is a lot like the one from Applebee’s. This surf and turf dish consists of grilled steak topped with shrimp and a parmesan cream sauce. The shrimp is coated with old bay seasoning. You can either grill the shrimp or fry it in the pan. The parmesan cream sauce is just a simple combination of heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and various seasonings. You can use several cuts of steak for this recipe but I used ribeye. Enjoy.
Steak and Potato Foil Packets Recipe
Steak and potato foil packs are great on the grill. What is nice about this recipe is that everything is prepared in the foil packets and you don’t need to do any additional cooking. The steak and potatoes are drizzled with a garlic butter sauce and then grilled in foil packets. The potatoes are then topped off with cheese, bacon and green onion. The trick here is to not overcook the steak. I would recommend cutting up the potatoes into smaller pieces so that they cook quickly. If you like your steak medium-rare you will want to cut the steak into larger pieces. Enjoy.
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Balsamic Grilled Pork Tenderloin Recipe
Pork tenderloin on the grill is great with this balsamic and Dijon marinade. The marinade for this recipe is a combination of a few simple ingredients such as honey, Dijon, vinegar, oil, and seasonings. For the best flavor, you will want the pork tenderloin to marinate for several hours to overnight. If you want you could also bake this in the oven and brush it with the marinade occasionally. I like to serve this recipe with flavored rice on the side. Enjoy.
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Chicago Char Dogs Recipe
It turns out Chicago style hot dogs aren’t just boiled but they can be grilled as well. When they are grilled they are called Char Dogs. I have been to Chicago a few times but I have never tried the char dog before. The Char Dog is pretty much identical to the regular boiled Chicago dog but the difference is the hot dogs have an X shape cut into the ends and they are grilled. These hot dogs are topped with mustard, diced onion, tomato, pickle relish, dill pickle spears, celery salt and sport peppers. The bun that is to be used with these hot dogs is a poppy seed bun. There are not set ingredients amounts in this recipe, what is listed is simply what is required to make the Char Dogs. Enjoy.
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Slow Cooker Chicken Mozzarella Pasta Recipe
Slow cooker mozzarella chicken pasta is a delicious and easy dinner to prepare for the colder months of the year. The chicken is prepared in the crock pot and the pasta is cooked on the stove and then placed into the crock pot and topped off with a lot of mozzarella cheese and it is ready to serve. The chicken in the crock pot is topped with butter, pesto, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. I like to use boneless skinless chicken breasts for this recipe but you could use thighs as well. Serve with garlic bread if desired. Enjoy.
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Grilled Italian Sausage Recipe
You may have never even thought about it but Italian sausage is great on the grill. This recipe consists of grilled Italian sausage with onions and peppers in a sweet and sour sauce. This recipe can be completely prepared on the grill but I prepared it using a combination of the stovetop and the grill. Prepare the recipe on the stove top and then brown the Italian sausage on the grill. I like to serve this recipe on bratwurst buns but you could also serve it as is. Enjoy.
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Slow Cooker Pork Chops Recipe
Pork chops are great when prepared in the slow cooker. This recipe is for boneless pork chops that are cooked in the crockpot with a delicious sauce. The sauce uses Asian style ingredients such as red chili paste and soy sauce to get most of its flavor. The sauce is thickened with a cornstarch and water mixture near the end of the cooking time. These pork chops are great to serve with rice on the side. Enjoy.
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Tuscan Chicken Marinade Recipe
If you are looking for a good marinade recipe for chicken, you may want to consider making this Tuscan chicken marinade. It has great flavor and is easy enough to prepare. The Tuscan chicken marinade is used both as a marinade and as a sauce for serving after the chicken is cooked. If you don’t want to grill the chicken it can be baked in the oven. This recipe gets a lot of flavor from sundried tomatoes, vinegar, basil and oregano. The marinade is prepared in the blender and then can be used in a ziplock bag with the chicken. Enjoy.
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Grilled Chicken Spice Rub Recipe
Having a good dry spice rub on hand to prepare grilled chicken is a must. This spice rub uses a simple combination of spices to give your grilled chicken a delicious flavor. Sure, salt and pepper is fine but why not even add more flavor with a good dry rub? The best part is you probably have all or most of these ingredients on hand already. This spice rub is a combination of garlic powder, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt and pepper. This recipe makes enough rub to cover about 3 chicken breasts. You can easily prepare this rub in large batches and save some of it for future use. Enjoy.
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Beef Street Tacos Recipe
We have really seen a rise in the number of food trucks in the Upper Peninsula. One of my favorite types of food trucks are… Read More »Beef Street Tacos Recipe
Smoked Sausage Rolls Recipe
These smoked sausage rolls are another great recipe to prepare on the grill. These rolls consist of grilled smoked sausage or kielbasa, white bbq sauce, a fried sauerkraut and onion mixture, and Swiss cheese. The combination of flavors on these rolls is absolutely delicious. The white bbq sauce gets a lot of flavor from mustard, horseradish, and vinegar. If you don’t have an outdoor grill, these could also be prepared on the stovetop in a frying pan or using an indoor grill pan. If you want you can toast the hot dogs until on the grill. You can serve these smoked sausage rolls with French fries on the side. Enjoy.
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Honey Mustard Grilled Pork Chops Recipe
These honey mustard pork chops are great on the grill during the warmer months. Using pork is a great alternative to chicken and is a bit cheaper to purchase. This recipe uses a honey mustard sauce for both brushing while grilling and for dipping. The honey mustard sauce gets a lot of flavor from mustard, honey, and apple cider vinegar. Preparing this recipe is easy enough, the honey mustard sauce is prepared on the stovetop and then basted onto the pork while it is being grilled to perfection. I like to serve these pork chops with a cold salad. Enjoy.
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Marinated Grilled Chicken Recipe
If you are looking to add a little bit of delicious flavor to your grilled chicken, a marinade is an excellent way to do that. This marinade gives the chicken a lot of flavor from ingredients such as soy sauce, garlic powder, brown sugar, fresh thyme, and lemon juice. You will probably have most of these ingredients on hand already. You will want to marinate the chicken for at least 8 hours for the best flavor. Once the chicken is grilled you can serve it as is or you can slice it and use it in salad or wraps. Enjoy.
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Marinade for Grilled Steak Recipe
Let’s face it, steak tastes great with just salt and pepper but if you are looking for something a little different, this marinade for grilled… Read More »Marinade for Grilled Steak Recipe
How to Grill Chicken Skewers
If you have ever wondered how to grill chicken skewers it is very easy and a simple marinade can really add a lot of flavor. You simply cut boneless skinless chicken breasts into chunks, place them into a marinade for a few hours, thread them onto skewers and then grill them to perfection. This recipe uses common ingredients for the marinade, many of which you probably already have on hand. If you are using wooden skewers, soak them in cold water for several hours before grilling. Otherwise, they will burn quickly on the grill. This is a great recipe to prepare for summer at cookouts. Enjoy.
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