Hello My Friends

Over the last few months, Ollie has been suffering with an unknown illness that is slowly robbing him of the ability to walk.
I have been treated extensively, but to no avail. I am once again getting started with a new set of doctors.
As you can imagine, having to repeatedly go through the same tests 3 [...]

Ranch Pork Chops and Rice

Another of Ollie’s EZ recipes for dinner. As with all of my EZ recipes the taste is built in.
Ranch Pork Chops and Rice
Ingredients: 
1 tbsp vegetable Oil
4 boneless pork chops, 3/4 inch thick
1 can Condensed Cream of Mushroom soup (10 3/4 oz)
1/2 soup can of milk
1 pkg ranch dressing mix
Paprika
Ranch style rice
Directions:
Heat oil in skillet. Add [...]

Chile Rubbed Talapia with Asparagus

Talapia, which was once a rain forest fish is now farm raised and readily available in most supermarkets.
With a few spices and some asparagus completes a delicious recipe.
Chile Rubbed Talapia with Asparagus
Ingredients:
2 pounds asparagus
2 tbsp Chile powder
1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1 pound fresh Talapia
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp lemon juice
Directions:
Bring 1 inch of water [...]

Ocean Inn’s Fantastico Seafood

Ollie is back from the beach, and since it poured down rain I snuck in and out of a few kitchens and got a chance to work with a few chefs.
At the Ocean Inn, I worked with Chef Marcello Procopio or developed this delicious dish, and I would like to share it with you.
Ocean Inn’s [...]

Vacation Time

Ollie will be taking a long deserved vacation until the tenth.
Don’t forget your clocks forward this coming Saturday night. Spring Forward!

Good Seasons Italian Dressing

Caught with another dinner and you’ve forgotten to pick up the Italian dressing.
Nothing to it.
Good Seasons Italian Dressing
Ingredients:
1 tbsp garlic salt
1 tbsp onion powder
1 tbsp sugar
2 tbsp oregano
1 tsp pepper
1/4 tsp thyme
1 tsp basil
1 tbsp parsley
1/4 tsp celery salt
2 tbsp salt
Dressing Mix
1/4 cup cider vinegar
2/3 cup oil
2 tbsp water
2 tbsp dry mix
Shake Well
Enjoy!

Broccoli-Shrimp Stuffed Potatoes

You have your greens, starch and seafood all in one delicious package.
Broccoli-Shrimp Stuffed Potatoes
Ingredients: 
2 Large baking potatoes
1 cup fresh broccoli florets
1 green onion, thinly sliced
3/4 cup chicken broth
2 tsp soy sauce
1 tsp rice wine vinegar
2 tsp cornstarch
1/3 cup fresh or frozen cooked shrimp
Directions:
Scrub potatoes  and pierce several times with a fork. Wrap each potato in [...]

Grilled Steak & Vegetable Salad

Something a little different for dinner to serve your family. Something for everyone.
Grilled Steak & Vegetable Salad
Ingredients: 
1/2 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette dressing, divided
3/4 Pound Beef sirloin steak, cut into thin strips
2 large yellow peppers, halved lengthwise  and seeded
8 cups mixed salad greens or spring greens
2 beefsteak or other large tomatoes, cut into wedges
1/2 cup red onions, [...]

Mustard Green Peppercorn Sauce

This sauce goes well with beef, pork, chicken or fish.
Mustard Green Peppercorn Sauce
Ingredients: 
3 shallots, minced
2 tsp butter
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 tbsp green peppercorns (rehydrate in warm water for about an hour)
1/2 cup whipping cream
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp salt
Directions: 
Cook the shallots in the butter in a small saucepan over medium low heat until they [...]

Broccoli Cheese Soup

The cold weather is still with us and we can always use a hearty, hot soup to enjoy.
Broccoli Cheese Soup
Ingredients:
2 1o oz packages of frozen chopped broccoli
1 pound Velveeta cheese
4 tbsp butter
1/2 cup onion, chopped
3 14 1/2 oz cans of chicken broth
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp garlic powder
6 cups whole milk
8 oz fine [...]