Minnesotans take great pride in telling people where their ancestors came from and for the most part there are only three places of origin. Norway, Sweden or Germany. If you have relatives who came from anywhere else, say, Poland, you are considered "exotic." I'm a 50/50 … [Read more...] about Norwegian meets Cajun – Blackened Salmon Happens
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Make-Ahead Meals: Cornbread Dressing Chicken Casserole
I have a confession to make. I do not like casseroles. I just don't. I've eaten many a casserole in my day or, as they're called here in the Midwest, "hotdish." So, you'll have to forgive me if I'm less than excited about this recipe. Yep, that's right. I'm going to give … [Read more...] about Make-Ahead Meals: Cornbread Dressing Chicken Casserole
Arizona Asparagus – My Grill Goes Green!
Let's talk about meat (kind of). I like it. Most people do to varying degrees. Some people try to live without it and some of them succeed. I know a few of these people. They occasionally attend my backyard barbeques, knowing full well that they do so at their own … [Read more...] about Arizona Asparagus – My Grill Goes Green!
Life After Ham: Hot Ham and Cheese Baked in Rosemary Bread
We had a lot of ham leftover from Easter this week, and something about leftover ham just doesn't scream, "I would make a fantastic snack!" when I see it there, slimy and going pale in the fridge. In fact, I believe it is screaming, "Toss me in the garbage! Toss me in the … [Read more...] about Life After Ham: Hot Ham and Cheese Baked in Rosemary Bread
Classic Rock Grilled Chicken – Smoke on the Water
Recently a coworker asked me what I thought was the best way to grill a whole chicken. I had to think for a few moments because it's not something I've done for quite a while. After I described my technique, I went home and checked the freezer. As I expected, I found the … [Read more...] about Classic Rock Grilled Chicken – Smoke on the Water
