Oh, Bob….. where do I begin. My love affair for these store bought potatoes goes waaaaaay back. I’m trying to think back as when I first discovered them. I believe it was a desperate attempt at a home cooked meal and then ran out of time. STORY OF MY LIFE. I think it was one […]

So maybe you’ve gotten stuck in your usual Thanksgiving menu? A new year, the same squash casserole you’ve been cooking for years. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all about traditions and making those special family recipes that have been handed down. But if you are looking to vamp things up or add something new to […]

PrintCORNBREAD ELOTE Ingredients1 TB OF BACON DRIPPINGS 2 CUPS OF CORNMEAL OR 1.5 CUPS OF CORNMEAL + 1/2 CUP OF FLOUR 1 TSP OF BAKING SODA 1 TSP OF SALT 1 TB SPOON OF SUGAR 1 LARGE EGG 1 1/4 CUP OF BUTTERMILK 6 TB OF UNSALTED BUTTER ELOTE TOPPING 2 STALKS OF ROASTED CORN […]

PrintDOUBLE FRIED FRENCH FRIES IngredientsRusset potatoes (figure 1 medium per person) Pinch of sea salt Oil for frying Grated parmesan (optional topping) 1/4 cup chopped parsleyInstructionsHandcut or use French fry cutter to cut raw potatoes into uniform size. Put into a bowl and cover with water and place in fridge overnight to soak. Strain the […]

PrintSMASH BURGERS + COMEBACK SAUCE IngredientsBURGER Makes 8 – 4oz patties 1lb. Hanger steak (cubed) 1 lb. ny strip (cubed) Kosher salt Ground black pepper SAUCE 1 cup mayo 2 1/2 Tbl ketchup 1 1/2 Tbl hot honey 1 Tbl hot sauce 2 tsp cajun seasoning 1 1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce Mix all ingredients and […]

PrintGRILLED LEMON OYSTERS Ingredients1-2 dozen Oysters * we used a variety of oysters from Hama Hama* 4 tbs butter 5 cloves garlic, crushed 1 shallot, chopped 1/2 cup sliced leeks, the bulb part 8 oz seafood stock 1/3 cup white wine 3-4 lemons, halved + ends cut off 1 loaf of crusty french bread fresh […]

  PrintCARAMAELIZED ONION TART Ingredients2-3 Medium Onions (I use white, but you can use whatever) 1 TB Brown Sugar 2 TB Balsamic Vinegar 2 TB of Olive oil 1/4 Cup of Fresh Tarragon chopped 1 Package of Pepperidge Farm Puff Pastry Sheet Small Wheel of Brie Cheese, remove wax Salt + pepper InstructionsPreheat oven to […]

Here is the spice we used from Spiceology – we LOVED IT. Use code LANDYN10 to get 10% off!  PrintROASTED CHICKEN Ingredients1 Whole Chicken (around 6lbs) Olive Oil Favorite seasoning (We use the Spiceology Pink Peppercorn Lemon Thyme All-Purpose Rub) Salt + Pepper 1 Lemon Vegtables 1lb of brussel sprouts halved 1 Medium white onion […]

This recipe is TO DIE FOR. It’s light, it’s fresh, it’s a little bit creamy. We love shirataki noodles, especially the brand Miracle Noodle, for a traditional pasta replacement. Half the carbs and gluten free! We used the fettuccine style here, but they also have Miracle Rice and Spinach Noodles, etc. Check your grocery store […]

Last weekend would have been Steve’s NFL Hall of Fame induction and party. We had big plans for the party of our lives, but life had other plans! I had to mark the occasion and threw together a little celebration at home with a few close friends. Steve has talked so much about wanting blue […]