Fajitas are usually something I order at restaurants. I love to get a sizzling skillet full of peppers, onions, seasoned beef and a stack of warm tortillas. The dish is always a feast for all the senses. When it comes to Mexican food at our house, we usually stick to tacos, … [Read more...] about Top Shelf Steak Fajitas
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Spicy Sweet Savory Seared Ahi Tuna
I would imagine that for most people the word tuna conjures up images of soggy tuna salad sandwiches made with too much mayo and pickle juice. Or better yet, a classic Midwestern tuna hot dish (read casserole for the rest of the country) with egg noodles and potato chips on … [Read more...] about Spicy Sweet Savory Seared Ahi Tuna
Baked Italian Meat-a-balls
Meat-a-balls? You know, like Tony in Lady and the Tramp, "Hey, Joe! Butch-a, he say he wants-a two spaghetti speciale, heavy on the meat-a-ball" Isn't puppy love sweet? Maybe you're looking to impress a special someone (or potential special someone) and don't have Tony's … [Read more...] about Baked Italian Meat-a-balls
Jalapeno Cornbread: So Hot, So Sweet
To start off I have to say, this is not a grilling recipe. I've never tried it on the grill, and I probably never will. Certain things need stability - a high speed camera, a vintage moped and good cornbread. The latter requires a type of stability that can only be provided by … [Read more...] about Jalapeno Cornbread: So Hot, So Sweet
Norwegian meets Cajun – Blackened Salmon Happens
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
