Easy Birria-Style Beef Tacos

Easy Birria-Style Beef Tacos – Birria-style tacos are all the rage in Southern California. These are so easy to make. Throw ingredients in a big pot and simmer all day. Serve with dipped and toasted corn tortillas, Oaxaca cheese and luscious dipping sauce. Dip, bite, repeat. Yum! – olive oil, boneless chuck roast (may sub…

Creole Cheesy Grits

Creole Cheesy Grits – Creamy and cheesy grits are smothered in highly flavorful Creole sauce. So comforting for a cool day. – Creole Sauce: olive oil, onion (finely diced), jalapeno (seeds removed and finely diced), garlic (minced), crushed tomatoes (canned, peeled), fresh basil (finely chopped), fresh oregano (finely chopped), fresh thyme (stems removed), creole seasoning,…

Montreal Spice Blend

Montreal Spice Blend – – black pepper, paprika, garlic power, onion powder, dried dill, Kosher salt, red pepper flakes, ground coriander, ground mustard, Combine ingredients in an air tight container. Mix evenly. Store at room temperature.; – Montreal Spice Blend 12345 Votes: 0 Rating: 0 You: Rate this recipe! CourseSpice Mix CuisineCalifornia Yield Prep Time…

Irish Beer and Beef Stew

Irish Beer and Beef Stew – – Group #1: bacon (cut into small dice), beef chuck (cut into 2" dice), Kosher salt, black pepper, onion (small), garlic (finely minced), dark Irish beer (Guinness is preferred), tomato paste, fresh thyme (stems tied together in bouquet), carrots (cut into 1" pieces), celery (cut into 1′ pieces), white…

Garden Fresh Tomato and Basil Bruschetta

Garden Fresh Tomato and Basil Bruschetta – – tomatoes (garden ripened, chopped), garlic (minced, more to taste), olive oil (extra virgin), balsamic vinegar, sea salt (more to taste), black pepper, French baguette, olive oil, fresh basil leaves (cut in chiffon add ribbons), Add chopped tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, salt and pepper to a mixing…

Homemade French Dressing

Homemade French Dressing – Sweet and savory salad dressing for lettuces and greens. Pairs perfectly with a French-style roasted chicken. – white wine vinegar (or cider vinegar), ketchup (Heinz preferred), olive oil (extra virgin), Worchestershire sauce, sugar, garlic powder, sea salt (or to taste), black pepper (or to taste), In a glass jar with a…

Sloe Gin Vinaigrette

Yes, we stashed a bottle of sloe gin in our luggage for our flight home from London. Our gin tasting tour at City of London Distillery was so memorable. The small batch, handcrafted elixirs, produced in the middle of the city, carry a charming story. Every time we pull the bottle from the cabinet, we…

Basil Pesto Vinaigrette

Basil Pesto Vinaigrette – – pine nuts, fresh basil leaves, garlic powder, lemon juice, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt (add more to taste), black pepper (add more to taste), In a mini-prep food processor, add the pine nuts and pulse to a smooth consistency. Now add the fresh basil leaves and pulse to fine…

Happy Hour Cheese Spread

Happy Hour Cheese Spread – – goat cheese, cream cheese (softened at room temperature), whole milk or half and half, parsley (fresh, chopped finely), thyme (fresh, leaves removed from stems), garlic powder, salt (add more to taste), black pepper, Piment d’Espelette ((smoky French red pepper) or paprika), In a small mixing bowl, add the goat…

Sausage Gravy & Black Pepper Biscuits

Sausage Gravy & Black Pepper Biscuits – – Sausage Gravy: sausage (we use locally made), butter (amount varies with fat rendered), flour (more if needed), chicken broth, milk, browning sauce (Kitchen Bouquet brand preferred), salt and black pepper (to taste), Black Pepper Biscuits: flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, vegetable shortning (Crisco preferred), buttermilk, Sausage…