With Labor Day approaching I thought this would be a good time to post another side dish recipe. This is a simple recipe to prepare and will feed a good size crowd. The recipe is mildly seasoned so if you want to heat it up a little bit, it should work out well; Jalapenos would … Read more
The next time you’re in the mood for Chinese food give this Oriental Chicken Thighs Recipe a try. It’s a little on the sweet side; but really good. The Chinese five spice powder, and red pepper flakes, creates a delicious combination of flavors for this dish. This is a simple recipe that doesn’t require a … Read more
This Mac and Cheese recipe is rich and creamy with Smoked Gouda adding a delicious and unique smoked flavor to the dish. This is a simple recipe that’s quick to put together, and large enough to serve a good size family. Use it as a side dish, or a one-dish dinner. The next time you’re … Read more
This Slow Cooker Vesuvio Recipe, is not quite a traditional recipe; being more on the side of what I would call a chicken stew. The main seasoning incorporated into the recipe is Zesty Italian dressing. This is a quick recipe to put together, and because it’s cooked in the slow cooker it frees up a … Read more
I was having a cookout and needed a side dish to go with the grilled chicken so I decided to put this Herbed Rice Pilaf on the menu. This is a simple recipe that you can have ready by the time the chicken comes off the grill. I prepared the recipe as written, and it … Read more
When I was growing up this was one of my brother’s favorite summer time treats. Here in Upper Michigan tomatoes ripen late into the season – so being able to use some of them early was a good thing. Fried Green Tomatoes have a special flavor all of their own; give them a try. … Read more
Incorporating wood smoke into your grilling can be a little challenging, and time consuming, but it is well worth the time and effort. Different types of wood can give off unique types of flavor. Smoking with your gas grill is not as hard as you think. A piece of aluminum foil, some wood chips, and … Read more
After a successful fishing trip I decided to put a fish fry on the supper menu. I wanted to get away from the oil a little bit, so instead of having fries as a side dish, I decided to try this flavored rice recipe. Basically, this is a little different version of Spanish rice. It’s … Read more
The roasted peppers in this recipe are delicious; they are a nice added touch to what is basically a pepper chicken recipe. I prepared this recipe as written but there is room to add some additional spices if you desire; like maybe some red crushed pepper flakes to give it a little bit of heat. … Read more
“Looking for a fun twist on the classic hot dog? Try this delicious Chili Corn Chip Hot Dog recipe that combines the savory flavors of chili and cheese with the crunch of corn chips. This recipe is sure to be a hit with both kids and adults, making it the perfect option for a backyard … Read more
This is another simple and good recipe. This recipe doesn’t require many ingredients so chances are you probably have most of them on hand. The finished pork chops are tender, juicy, and delicious. I used boneless pork chops in this recipe, but bone-in would be good as well. Cooking time will vary depending on the … Read more
With the 4th of July coming up at the end of the week I thought it would be a great time to post this Best Ever Grilled Turkey Burgers Recipe. This is a simple recipe that requires very few ingredients, almost no prep time, and cooks quickly, with the end result being delicious, juicy, burgers. … Read more
Steaks on the grill are always a nice treat so when I ran across this spice rub recipe I decided to give it a try. I used this spice rub on ribeye steaks and they were delicious. This is a fairly large recipe so you will have spice mixture left over to use on future … Read more
This Cracker Crusted Deep Fried Chicken Recipe uses saltine crackers as its main ingredient in the chicken coating. It makes the chicken nice and crispy and gives it a unique flavor. For brining the chicken the directions say 1 to 4 hours; but I was a little tight on time so I let it brine … Read more
This Shrimp Cold Salad Recipe makes a great side dish to go with your next cookout, or it is hearty enough to use as a standalone one dish meal. The recipe is quick, and simple to put together. Just be sure to allow enough time for it to chill a little bit before serving. … Read more
Here’s another simple and good recipe that doesn’t require many ingredients and is quick to prepare. The pork chops are seasoned, browned, and then finish cooking in the sauce. You can have this dish on the table in less than an hour. The next time you are tight for a time give this Pork Chops … Read more
If you are looking for a really good grilled chicken recipe for the 4th of July; this is it. It does take a little extra time to put this recipe together, but it is well worth the effort. The chicken turns out tender, sticky, and delicious. The chicken thighs marinate in the spice rub for … Read more
This is a little different take on pancakes. This recipe combines graham crackers, buttermilk, sour cream, and cornmeal. This is a simple recipe, and the final results are really good. The next time you have a craving for pancakes give this one a try – it’s a lot better than you would think. Enjoy Graham … Read more
It’s a beautiful day here in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan so I decided to fire up the grill. I have quite a few brat recipes on my blog already, but this one was a little different so I decided to give it a try. it is a little more work than just throwing the … Read more
Even though summer is here we were all in the mood for chili; maybe because it hasn’t been all that warm. I had a very busy day coming up, and I also wanted to go fishing, so I decided to get out the slow cooker to save some time. This chili recipe is a little … Read more