It has been pretty cold here for the last couple of days and our radiator heater just isn’t working like I want it to. So I decided to make some chili  because nothing can warm you up like a nice hot bowl of chili topped with the works. The added dark beer gives it a [...]

While I was growing up a grilled cheese sandwich was always my idea of the perfect lunch comfort food. As I got older that didn’t really change, I still enjoy a good grilled cheese every once in a while. I have given it a little twist here, instead of the traditional cheddar only, I have [...]

Sauteed onions, garlic, mushrooms, and tender meat in a creamy sauce. Served over hot buttered noodles. Need I say more?

Adobo a traditional Filipino dish. Being part Filipino, I have had many versions of this over the years. My grandmother used to make it, my dad makes it and a good friend of mine also makes it. After trying all of these different versions, I decided to make it my own. While it still holds [...]

When I have a craving for something garlicky I always turn to Aglio e Olio. I could probably eat an entire pound of this pasta, it is that good. Despite the bold flavors of the garlic, this pasta is also a very light dish, which is another reason I find myself going back for seconds [...]

This happens to be one of my favorite meals to make. Whenever it has been an especially busy day, I love coming home and making a quick stir fry. Stir fry’s are great because you can really put just about any kind of vegetables in them or leave any out that you aren’t particularly fond [...]

Throughout the years I have tried several recipes for oven roasted chicken. I’ve had some pretty bad experiences with some pretty dry, flavorless results.  I’ve tried basic salt and pepper with butter under the skin. I’ve tried making different rubs and putting lemon into the cavity. Last week I was really craving some oven roasted [...]

To me, nothing says home more than a pot of spaghetti and meatballs simmering on the stove on a cool Sunday afternoon.  I like to start this sauce early and cook it on low for three to four hours to let the smell of garlic, tomatoes, basil and oregano filter through the house.  Trust me, [...]