(Original post published January 24, 2014. Updated October 27, 2025.) Sous vide (pronounced soo veed) is French for “under vacuum” — a precise cooking method once reserved for top chefs but now embraced by curious home cooks everywhere. Using controlled water-bath temperatures, it delivers tender, juicy, and evenly cooked meats, fish, and vegetables every time.…
French Onion Soup wasn’t invented by a fancy French chef, rather it was a mom with a lot more love and cooking skill than money. OK, so I can’t prove this, but I’m sticking to my story! When made correctly, this soup is beyond compare, but unfortunately I’ve never had a great bowl in a restaurant (even…
When it comes to holiday meals in Colorado, few dishes make a statement like a Rib Roast. Whether you call it a standing rib roast, prime rib, or ribeye roast, this cut is the top choice for festive gatherings. Here’s how to make yours unforgettable—from expert tips to recipes and prep guidance. Start with the…
Looking for reliable Thanksgiving turkey cooking tips? Cooking a bird the size of a basketball can feel intimidating—but it doesn’t have to be. My first and most important piece of advice: don’t fear the bird! Cooking a turkey is really not much different than cooking a chicken. These Thanksgiving turkey cooking tips will guide you…
Reviewing the meat case of a local supermarket, I noted tiny print on a pre-packaged steak that said. “TENDERNESS & JUICINESS IMPROVED WITH UP TO 12% OF A PATENTED SOLUTION”. I couldn’t resist, I just had to taste it, and so I took it home. I wasn’t surprised to find it tasted thin, watery and…
Are you digging your own grave with a fork and spoon? These simple tips could extend the quality of your life, help you set the right example for your kids and become your most meaningful gift to future generations. Please consider taking this seriously, few things can enhance a life more than a healthy attitude…
Are you washing chicken and poultry before cooking? Unless you just dropped it in the dirt, there is absolutely no reason to, and it could even make you sick! Don’t do it, here’s why… Simply Washing chicken and poultry can contaminate your sink, faucet, clothes, towels, tools, countertops and other foods in the area.…
I’ve often been asked, “What is classic Colorado cuisine?” Well, this blog has my answer…. We live in some of the best beef and bison country in all of the southwest (and the country for that matter), we love green chiles, we’re generally a healthy (low fat) crowd and we’re very casual… So how about…
Enlightened grilling is more than a way to cook; it’s an everyday escape to a better reality! No matter what problems I may have, they all go up in smoke the moment I start to build that fire. Backyard grilling is like a gateway to the world I really want to live in, one without stress…
Local summer corn is the sweetest of every season, and when it’s really good, it’s actually sweeter than any peak season fruit! The local produce season is very short and will be gone before you know it. Make the most of it and plan your meals around all the great local fruits and vegetables while you can, soon they’ll be…
