Korean Sloppy Joes

I’ve been making my Mom’s version of Sloppy Joes for a very long time and often kicked it up with some onions (occasionally peppers), added Guy Fieri’s onion straws and reduced some of the salt and sugar. Gochujang is a favorite condiment and provides the heat in these Sloppy Joes. There are different versions of … Continue reading

Spicy Chili Crisp Potato Salad (Liang Ban Tu Dou)

This is a spicy potato recipe coming from Eating Well Magazine by Louisa Shafia. There is a lot of heat provided by Sichuan chili oil and peppercorn oil, Sichuan peppercorns and some dried or fresh chili peppers. Very good potato dish but for me, without the bamboo shoots.

The Best Salt and Vinegar Baked Fries

Salt and vinegar is one of my favorite flavour combinations, being very fond of salt and vinegar potato chips. The fries have the  same delicious salt-and-vinegar taste and then they are baked besides. I’ve made a version using red potatoes and another using Yukon gold potatoes. Russet potatoes are the best due to their higher … Continue reading

Sweet Potato Casserole with Pecan Topping

This is my second new recipe for Thanksgiving and it would also be a nice addition for any special occasion . Some times I will just bake or grill whole sweet potatoes, make a hasselback version, or just roast them in a delicious sauce such as Roasted Maple Cinnamon Sweet Potatoes or Sweet Potatoes with … Continue reading

Jamaican Seasoned Tilapia and Greek-Style Lemon Potatoes

Tilapia is a very mild fish and easily adapts to all kinds of spices and flavors. It is readily available and a very affordable fish that doesn’t taste fishy. A light entree that’s healthy too especially needed during the holiday season. This seasoning would be delicious on any mild flavored fish. I don’t buy seasoning … Continue reading

Alex Guarnaschelli’s Macaroni Salad

This salad is a childhood memory from the 1970’s that Alex enjoyed with her family. It was a salad they bought at the local grocery store and the creative chef that she is has kicked it up with her own version. I think we can all identify with food memories from our childhood. I served … Continue reading

Healthier Baked Beans Slow Cooked

Baked beans have always been a favorite side during grilling season. Funny how some dishes are seasonal and family oriented (at least for me anyways). I grew up with doctored up Campbell’s baked beans out of a can – Mom’s were deliciously sweet and always great in addition to her potato salad. We often got … Continue reading

Mesa Grill Southwestern Potato Salad

Summertime is grilling and making recipes like potato salad. I have my favorite that every one likes but I also enjoy trying new recipes which compliment the main course. This potato salad is spicy and would be excellent with a grilled hamburger, steak or even chicken but I wouldn’t serve it with a mild fish … Continue reading