I was recently invited to a tasting event, which was conveniently in my own neighborhood. Nick's Roast Beef, an Old City staple, has changed their name to Nick's Bar and Grille and has a snazzy new … [Read more...]
Spicy Flank Steak Tacos with Watermelon Salsa
When I first spotted this recipe in the August issue of Cooking Light, I knew I wanted to make it. I have never used watermelon in a savory recipe before and it sounded like a perfect summer dinner! … [Read more...]
Grilled Saffron Rack of Lamb #VZWFoodies
I love the flavor that grilling adds to a recipe but I struggle with grilling protein to the correct temperature. This means we sometimes end up with dry, chewy and overcooked food or, even … [Read more...]
Charred Corn Salad with Basil and Tomatoes #WhatAGrillWants
Grilled corn is one of my absolute favorite foods of summer. There is just nothing like a cob of sweet corn charred over a grill. Mmm. But as much as I love a simple corn on the cob, sometimes I need … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Pulled Pork with Bourbon-Peach Barbecue Sauce
Summer months are just meant for barbecue. And not just barbecued foods on the grill; your slow cooker can make some mean pulled pork for you as well! This recipe is perfect for a crowd and is great … [Read more...]
Whole Grain Mustard Potato Salad
I've never fully understood traditional potato salad. Mayo on potatoes just doesn't appeal to me, especially on hot summer days where you always seem to find it as a side at barbecues and picnics, … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Baby Back Ribs
I received a fun challenge from the Mystery Ingredient Blogger Showcase a few weeks back: have a mystery ingredient sent my way and come up with my very own recipe using it. I received the … [Read more...]
Grilled Chicken with Tomato-Avocado Salad
I am in a grilling mood so there is going to be an influx of barbecue recipes on here, I think very few people will complain. We finally have a grill, but haven't set it up yet (oops) so I am still … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Bourbon BBQ Baby Back Ribs
I'm not even going to pretend to care about football. I have no clue what is going on on the field, nor do I honestly want to. Not even going to school with Flacco could peak my interest in the sport. … [Read more...]
Labor Day Round Up
Labor Day is only a week away, which means people around the country are in search of the best ways to celebrate the end of summer with their friends and family. I rounded up some of my past posts … [Read more...]
Slow Cooker Barbecue Elk Brisket Sandwiches
I am having way too much fun trying out all these new meats through Arganica. This week I thought I'd try to conquer elk. Elk has a similar taste to beef and is low in both fat and cholesterol. I … [Read more...]
