Tag Archives: grilling

Grilled and Butterflied Pork Loin

Posted on 07/15/2012 by

Make sure to cook this over direct moderate heat by regulating the air over the coals. Butterflying the pork will help it cook faster without it drying out due to the low amount of fat to keep the meat moist. … Continue reading →

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Lazy Sunday: Fourth of July Edition

Posted on 07/01/2012 by

It’s hot as the blazes, dickens and Hades down here. We’re talking 105, 106, 109… (Celsius people — just think a few degrees cooler than the surface of Mercury.) We sweat just looking outside, never mind stepping into the inferno. … Continue reading →

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Carne Asada and a Cinco de Mayo Roundup

Posted on 05/02/2012 by

A very important holiday is coming up: Cinco de Mayo. Like most holidays we celebrate in America, it has historical significance. But it’s used mostly as an excuse to eat and drink. (See Thanksgiving, St. Patrick’s Day and my birthday.) … Continue reading →

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Blackened Shrimp Tostadas with Emergency Refried Black Beans

Posted on 03/30/2012 by

By Katherine When we lived in San Diego, and Greg messed up dinner, this was years back, we’d walk down to Ranchos. Our favorite Mexican joint was remarkable for a few reasons. It managed to cover almost every square inch … Continue reading →

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Orange chicken skewers

Posted on 01/04/2012 by

Mandy over at The Complete Cookbook inspired this recipe. Her recipe uses broccoli, which we used up the night before, and mustard. And it sounds just great. We always keep our vegetables and meat on separate skewers since it takes … Continue reading →

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Strip steaks with port and balsamic reduction

Posted on 12/10/2011 by

Normally I prefer steak to just be served plain. Every once in awhile, usually on my birthday, it gets a little fancy. The sauce is fantastic and very easy to make. When the meat is done cooking and resting on … Continue reading →

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Jalapenos stuffed with feta

Posted on 11/05/2011 by

With the football season underway, it is time to think about snacks. These peppers are very easy to make and anyone who likes spicy food will gobble them up. Remember to wash your hands well after cleaning out the ribs … Continue reading →

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Bison burgers on Texas toast

Posted on 10/14/2011 by

Bison is a leaner meat, so we say it’s only fittin’ that you butter that toast. We think it even looks a little like 10-gallon hats! Feel free to top the burgers with whatever you choose. We used grilled mushrooms, … Continue reading →

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Cedar-planked salmon with bourbon and other good stuff

Posted on 09/07/2011 by

Really good Alaskan salmon went on sale at Fresh Market and this idea struck us. Next time I will buy more and smoke the rest. Marinade (for two good sized filets, see above) 1/2 cup of bourbon 1/2 cup marmalade … Continue reading →

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Burgers with sun-dried tomato paste, goat cheese and fresh herbs

Posted on 07/09/2011 by

By Katherine As most of our readers by now know my husband does the bulk of the cooking. He loves to cook and I love to eat what he makes. Who wouldn’t? When we cook together, I tend to be … Continue reading →

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