The secret to a really good grilled pork chop is the marinade because the goal of a marinade is to add flavor and to tenderize. The three main components of a good marinade are fat, acid and flavorings. The combination …
Oven fried chicken is a bit healthier than deep fried chicken. And, although you get the texture of fried chicken, you do not have to clean up that greasy mess. The other benefit of this recipe is how versatile it …
Fall has arrived here in the foothills of the Blue Ridge mountains and the weather is beautiful. During this time of year, I always think of the autumn fruits and vegetables that are at their best: wild mushrooms, squash, pumpkin, …
Surprisingly, Chicken Francese is an Italian American dish popular in the region surrounding Rochester, NY. When Italian immigrants arrived in Rochester, they brought their recipes with them, including veal francese; however, they substituted chicken for the more expensive veal. It …
I am always looking for a new brunch recipe. When I came across Egg Pie Tyrolese in The Gourmet Cookbook Volume 1 (1965), I knew I had to try it. This peasant food dish has its roots in the Tyrol …
Growing up, we would often visit The Red Pig Restaurant for barbecue. You could smell the barbecue roasting and its intoxicating aroma when you pulled into the parking lot. I prefer pork over beef for barbecue and would usually order …
I was in the supermarket the other day and the blueberries were ripe, plump, and looked delicious. I was reminded of a recipe I came across online from one of those large companies that specialized in refrigerated and frozen branded …
The main difference between Sorbet and Sherbet is that sorbet has no dairy. Sherbet (not “sherbert” as it is often mispronounced) incorporates a small amount of dairy, such as milk, cream, or buttermilk, which give scoops a richer, creamier consistency. …
Duchess Potatoes are an elegant side dish that adds panache to any meal and wows guests. They are a classic French side dish and first appeared in cookbooks in the mid-1770s. The origin of the name is uncertain but what …
In the early 2000s, we had Sunday brunch with our late friend Bob every week at one of his favorite restaurants. Bob owned a travel agency back in the day and had traveled all over the globe, so he was …