Thanksgiving week is here, and this week’s blog is dedicated helping you cook the most wonderful turkey ever! Read on for everything you need to know to make a great holiday turkey! You can also find more specific information on ingredients on our Turkey Tips Page. It’s Time to go Shopping! Good planning is essential,…
I’m a firm believer in preparation; combine that with a little skill, a few good recipes and stir the pot with love and you’ve got a great Thanksgiving meal. If you are cooking the holiday feast this year, it’s time to start planning; get the recipes out, double check your cookware and get ready for…
You know olive oil is a healthy choice, but which ones are right for you? The best choice depends on your personal taste and how you plan to use it. Here are the facts to help you choose the right oil for you! Along with pictures and descriptions of my favorite olive oils. What’s the…
The cooler weather of fall has finally arrived, so lets bring those meats inside and give your grill a break (for a little while at least). Few dishes are as comforting as a fine beef roast, especially when it’s cooked just right. In this issue, we’re discussing the Dry Oven Method for Roasting Beef –…
Risotto is the ultimate rice dish – but a lot of folks are are intimidated by it. Don’t fear the risotto! It isn’t so hard! It’s actually a very flexible dish with lots of room for variation. A couple of batches and you’ll have it down! Great risotto starts with imported Italian Riso (rice), arborio…
My buddy Andy Attencio from channel 7 asked me this week “How come you never see any Asian Breakfast Restaurants, don’t they eat breakfast over there?” The classic Japanese breakfast – dried fish, dried scallops, daikon cake, pickled squid intestines, umeboshi (pickled plum), kombu, rice porridge and tea. A valid question! In all the countries…
We recently made a trip to Monterey California to learn more about our fresh lettuce, artichokes, garlic, celery and other vegetables from the Salinas Valley region and it was quite enlightening! This is the best place in the world to grow lettuces and many other crops thanks to the cool temperatures and daily overcast skies…
What’s the best gift you could give you child or those you love around you? Good habits – especially good eating habits. Society sets a pretty bad example when it comes to food – we want everything to have HUGE flavor and we want it fast and cheap – no wonder we’re in such bad…
The kids may be back in school, but at the dinner table, I’m still celebrating summertime! This week it’s tender and smokey glazed baby back ribs and maple-bacony Country Style Green Beans. Toss in a few few ears of Musso’s Peaches and Cream Pueblo Sweetcorn, a whole wheat baguette from local Trompeau bakery (available at…
Face it, choosing a main meat is simple, it’s whipping up a delicious and healthy side dish that takes a little more thought and effort. We need mealtime solutions, fast and easy cooking techniques that are both delicious and fill our family with lots of healthy vegetables. This recipe does just that, and it’s very…
