Short Rib Ragu
This short rib ragu is a great weeknight pasta dish that can be made ahead and ready in less than 30 minutes. It’s beefy, earthy and full of deliciousness. What is ragu ? Ragu is a hearty, seasoned sauce of meat and tomatoes that is …
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Mexican Street Corn (Elote)
Subscribe for more Mexican street corn (Elote) is a combination of grilled corn tossed in a creamy sauce to create a Tex-Mex style side dish. It is incredibly easy to make and even more flavorful. Once you have crafted this masterpiece you’ll never look at plain …
French Dip Sandwiches
The French dip is a superior hot sandwich that is crafted and then dunked in to a jus that absorbs a well balanced broth. Side not when you go to a restaurant and order a French dip with au jus you are actually saying French …
Garlic Herb Pork Tenderloin
This garlic herb pork tenderloin is an often forgotten cut of meat. It doesn’t have as much flavor as some other cuts. However, it is one of the more delicate cuts of meat. In this recipe I’ll show you how to take some basic steps …
Herb Crusted Rack of Lamb
Subscribe for more Whenever I’d go to a more upscale restaurant, lamb was my go-to on the menu. It was something that I couldn’t (or at least wouldn’t) attempt to make at home. After some experimentation, I’ve come to realize that it’s easier than I …
Beef Wellington
Wondering how to master Beef Wellington? Not only is it Gordon Ramsey’s signature dish, it’s a showstopper as a dinner entrée. It screams special occasion, but can also be for a Sunday dinner. Even though Beef Wellington looks intimidating –take it step by step and …
Best Smoked Brisket Recipe
Nothing is better than a perfectly cooked slice of brisket. Flawlessly caramelized on the outside with that dark smoked crust and the red ring of smoky bliss on the inside of meat. But we all know brisket doesn’t start off that way. It’s actually one …
Smoked Chicken
This smoked chicken is great all around go to for dinner. It combines the savory elements of paprika, garlic and a gentle hint of smoke. My favorite is making tacos out of any leftovers. If you are wanting to take your barbecues to the stratosphere …
Lemon Butter and Basil Scallops
This is one of my favorite scallop recipes! The way the Scallops and basil create an elegant balance between the land and sea make them savory and delicate. If you haven’t been a fan this is definitely the place to start. Plus, it takes less …
Hands-off Instant Pot Risotto
If you haven’t had risotto you are truly missing out. It’s actually a lot easier than it looks to create a perfectly creamy and delicious side dish. If you are feeling a little bit more adventurous you can customize by adding additional veggies and protein …
