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.

Char Siu Pork

January 15, 2018 - 2 mins read

Char Siu Pork This delicious baked and broiled pork takes an inexpensive cut to the next level. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or after work guests. Ingredients: 800 g (~2lbs) Pork Shoulder (boneless, sliced) 1/2 Tbs Honey 1/2 Tbs Rice Wine Vinegar (or Saki) 1/2 Tbs Soy Sauce 1 1/2 Tbs Dark Soy Sauce 1 Tbs Hoisin Sauce (Chinese Barbecue Sauce) 1 Tbs Sesame Oil 1/2 tsp White Pepper (ground) 3 Tbs Brown Sugar (Dark or Light) 1/2 tsp Chinese 5 Spice Powder Honey Water: 2 Tbs Honey 2 Tbs Scalding Water Garnishes: 2 Scallions (sliced) 1/4 C Carrots (pickled) 1/8 C Garlic (thin sliced, pickled) 1/2 Tbs Sesame Seeds (toasted) Marinade: Mix all ingredients, except Honey Water and garnishes in zipper top bag.

Pork Lasagna Recipe

January 2, 2018 - 2 mins read

Pork Lasagna Taking lasagna from the restaurant to the kitchen table. Sausage: 2 lbs Country Pork ribs (boneless, sliced) 1 Tbs Parsley 1 Tbs Salt 1 tsp Garlic powder 1 tsp Onion powder 1 tsp Black pepper 2 tsp Italian seasonings 1 tsp Red pepper flakes Meat Filling: 1 1/2 Onion, diced 1 Lg Carrot, qtr moons 1 Lg Yellow Bell Pepper, diced 2 Lg Garlic cloves, minced 8oz Dry Red wine 1 1/2 Tbs Tomato Paste 2lbs Italian Pork Sausage 28 oz Tomatoes, crushed S&P Cheese Filling: 24 oz Ricotta 6 oz Parmasean 1 block Mozzerella, shredded 1 egg S&P Assembly: Roll your own or use one box Barilla Lasagne, Oven Ready no.