Frequent readers of this blog should be well aware that during certain times of the year our local grocer marks down the beef tenderloin to a price more representative of sirloin. When this happens, we stock up. We have shared a few ways we prepare this: on the grill as … [Read more...] about Ginger-Soy Beef Tenderloin Kebabs
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Spring Vegetable Fried Rice with the Kids
I've shared fried rice before, only that time there was chicken involved, and this time I turned to whatever the farmer's market would supply me with. I came home with a mesh bag full of sugar snap peas, baby bok choy and beautifully twisted garlic scapes. I've always been … [Read more...] about Spring Vegetable Fried Rice with the Kids
Chicken Salad: Deconstructed Guacamole Style
It's not a secret that I love avocados. I buy 4 or so a week on a regular basis, and then I add chunks of them to salads, I spread them on burgers and sandwiches, and I love them as guacamole and chips. It's no surprise then that when looking for a twist on chicken salad, I … [Read more...] about Chicken Salad: Deconstructed Guacamole Style
Smoked Barbecue Ribs: The Movie
We invited our neighbors over for a "how to smoke barbecue ribs" session a while back. There's nothing like a lazy afternoon with your neighbors, sitting in the backyard as the baby back ribs smoke in the background. One of our favorite things about our neighborhood is … [Read more...] about Smoked Barbecue Ribs: The Movie
Root Beer Floats with Vanilla Bean Gelato
When we embarked on the homemade ice cream path, the next obvious step was consumption of all the delicious gelatos and ice creams that were filling the freezer. First we ate bowls of vanilla bean gelato with mint leaves for garnish, we smooshed it between cookies, made shakes … [Read more...] about Root Beer Floats with Vanilla Bean Gelato
