Cauliflower Mac & Cheese

September 3, 2019 - 1 min read

Low carb and vegetarian, this cauliflower dish will have the kids begging for more and you might even want to lick the bowl. (I did!) Ingredients 1 Head Cauliflower, chopped, washed 1C Whole Milk 1C & 1/2C Shredded Cheddar, divided, fresh grated if possible. 1C & 1/2C Bread Crumbs, divided, seasoned with salt, pepper, red pepper flake, fennel seed, etc… 1/2 Stick Salted Butter 4 Garlic cloves, minced Step Preheat oven to 350F.

Chicken Katsu

August 27, 2019 - 2 mins read

Borrowed from the dinner tables of Japan and turned into a commuter sandwich, this classic hits all the right spots. This Katsu Sauce will have you coming back over and over again. And possibly putting it on everything! Ingredients Chicken 1lb Chicken Thigh, deboned, skinned, flattened to a uniform thickness, brined 1C Panko 1T Paprika 1C Flour 2 Eggs, beaten 1T Kosher Salt Lemon Wedges Katsu Sauce 90g Ketchup 30g Worchestershire 15g Soysauce 15g Mirin 15g Sugar 5g Dijon Mustard 1g Garlic Powder Quick Pickle Brine 120g Rice Wine Vinegar 80g Water 15g Sugar 6g Kosher Salt 4 Garlic, minced Misc.

Zucchini Cream Sauce over Basmati

August 21, 2019 - 2 mins read

This fresh take on a southern summer staple will have the family begging for more. A complete vegetarian meal, this dish would be great over or under you favorite meats, grains, and pastas. Serves 6. Ingredients 4lb Zucchini, diced 1Lg White, Yellow, or Sweet Onion, diced 4T Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO), divided 2T Paprika 2T Basil, fresh, minced 2T Dill, fresh, minced (halve if using dried) 2T Tomato Paste 1T Harissa Paste (opt) 2C Sour Cream 4 Garlic cloves, minced 1Pt Tommy Toe Tomatoes, halved Steps Preheat oven to 400F.

Scones with Berry Compote and Whipped Cream

August 7, 2019 - 2 mins read

Delicious, flaky and tangy. Everything you need to hold up to the fresh berry flavors of summer! Top with fresh cream and you can’t go wrong! Ingredients Scones 2C All-purpose Flour 4t Sugar 1 1/2t Baking Powder 1/4t Baking Soda 1 1/2t Kosher Salt (remove if using salted butter) 1 Stick Unsalted Butter, chilled, cubed into 1/2" pieces 3/4C Sourcream 1/3C Heavy Cream Zest of Half a Lemon Berry Compote 2 Pints Fresh BlueBerries (or equal measure frozen) 1/3C Water 3T Sugar Juice of Half a Lemon 1/2t Kosher Salt Whipped Cream 2C Heavy Cream 3T Sugar Steps Scones Combine all dry ingredients and zest.

Southwestern Chicken Salad

August 7, 2019 - 2 mins read

Perfect for a veggie rich dinner, this salad satisfies in the dead of winter and heat of summer. Pair with margaritas, chips and salsa, and your favorite merengue music for a party! Ingredients Chicken 4 Chicken Breasts, halved lengthwise 2 t Garlic Powder 1 t Chili Powder 1 t Paprika 1 t Kosher Salt, reserved Juice of Quarter of a Lime, reserved Salad 3 Romaine Lettuce, sliced 1 Can of Whole Kernel Corn, drained 1 Can of Black Beans, rinsed 1 Red Onion, diced 1 Bunch of Cilantro, minced 1 Jalapeno, seeded, minced 1 pt Cherry tomatoes, quartered 1/2C Shredded Cheddar Taco Mix or Cotija or Feta 1 Avocado, sliced, reserved Juice of Quarter of a Lime, reserved Dressing 1/2C Sour Cream 1/4C Mayonnaise 1/2T Ranch Powder 1/2T Chili Powder 1/4T ea.

Dinner Rolls

October 9, 2018 - 2 mins read

Dinner Rolls Need a quick starch with dinner? These rustic rolls are perfect alongside a roast, buttered and garliced like pandesal, or served with soft cheeses and jams. These will be a hit at your dinner table! Ingredients 1 C Warm Water <120f 1/8 C (2T) Honey 2T Yeast (one packet) 1/3 C Canola Oil 2 tsp Kosher salt (1/2 if idozied) 2 Eggs, mixed 3 1/2 C AP Flour + 3-5 T Whole Wheat

Spam Musubi

June 13, 2018 - 1 min read

Spam Musubi Canned ham has made its mark on America and Hawaiians have done it best. Ingredients 1 Tin of Spam, sliced in to the shape of the can 2 T Neutral Oil 1/2C Dark Soy Sauce 1/2C White Sugar 3T Indo Sweet Sambal Sauce (This is NOT SRIRACHA ) 3-6T Rice Wine Vinegar 3-4C Sticky Rice 2 Sheets Nori, divided in to strips Steps In large pan, heat soy sauce, white sugar, vinegar, and sambal until thick and bubbling.

Pork Neck Bone Ragout

June 12, 2018 - 2 mins read

Pork Neck Bone Ragout A commonly overlooked cut of meat becomes a silky sauce in this southern favorite. Served over rice or pasta, this dish is sure to satisfy and impress. Ingredients 2lb Pork neck bones, rinsed 2 T EVOO or other neutral oil 28oz can crushed tomatoes + 10-14oz water 1/2lb white or cremini mushrooms, cleaned, stemmed 4 garlic cloves, sliced thin 1/2 t red pepper flake 6oz red wine, w/ 2T tomato paste 2 T tomato paste, dissolved in wine 2 Bay Leaves, crimped S&P Any leftover veggies, onion, tomato, carrot, bell pepper.

French Baguette

January 17, 2018 - 3 mins read

French Baguette Lovingly hand-crafted baguettes make a perfect crouton, garlic bread, or banh mi roll. Although this may seem like a lot of work for a “simple” bread recipe, the longer proofing time allows for a rich deep flavor to develop as the yeast works its magic. Perfect for dipping in seasoned olive oil, spreading with fresh cultured butter, or slicing in for a wonderful Banh Mi sandwich using the left over Char Siu Pork.

Pork Meatballs in Spicy Tomato Sauce

January 16, 2018 - 3 mins read

Pork Meatballs in Spicy Tomato Sauce These fast and easy pork meatballs are a great make ahead dinner for weeknights, or serving guests. Hailey and I love Italian food. It’s full of thick meaty goodness, accented with punches of bright fresh herbs and vegetables. Whether its a chili week night bundled up with Netflix or a fancy dinner party with friends and coworkers, we know homemade pasta, a spicy tomato sauce and these delicious meatballs are sure to be a crowd pleaser.