Mashed Red Bliss Potatoes

Ok. Another mashed potato recipe.
The difference is that this turns an ordinary red potato into a conversation piece when you have company or want to do something nice for your family.
Mashed Red Bliss Potatoes
Ingredients:
5 pounds medium red bliss potatoes
3 tsp kosher salt
3/4 tsp ground black pepper
8 tbsp (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces
3/4 cup [...]

Savory Marinated Grilled Chicken

Moist, succulent grilled chicken with this easy to make marinade.
Savory Marinated Grilled Chicken
Ingredients:
1 envelope Savory Herb with Garlic Soup Mix
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 tsp lemon juice or cider vinegar
4 boneless, skinless chicken breast halves
Directions:
For marinade, blend all ingredients, except chicken.
In a shallow baking dish or plastic bag, pour 1/2 cup of the marinade [...]

American Pork Barbecue

A nice recipe for you big charcoal fans out there, a mouth watering combo of flavors.
American Pork Barbecue
Ingredients:
1  5 pound boneless pork butt
1  1/2 tsp paprika
1  1/2 tsp ground white pepper
1  1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp cayenne
1 tsp dried thyme
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
Soft Burger buns
Directions:
Combine all seasonings well in a [...]

Monterey Chicken Rolls

Having a dinner or a party, your guests will love this simple dish.
Monterey Chicken Rolls
Ingredients:
8 Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper
1  8oz package Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup butter, melted
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup breadcrumbs
1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated.
Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees
Directions:
Pound chicken breasts flat. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Slice Monterey Jack cheese [...]

Grilled Lamb Chops

Nice dish to grill inside and not terribly expensive.
Grilled Lamb Chops
Ingredients:
2 large garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
Pinch cayenne pepper (1/8 tsp)
Course sea salt to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
6 lamb chops, 3/4 inch thick
Directions:
In a food processor fitted with a metal blade, add garlic, rosemary, thyme, cayenne and salt. Pulse [...]

Shepherd’s Pie

An old time favorite in Dutch Country as the colder weather arrives.
Shepherd’s Pie
Ingredients:
1 tbsp vegetable oil
1 large onion, peeled and chopped
1 large carrot, peeled and chopped
1 pound ground lamb, beef or pork per preference
1 cup beef or chicken broth
1 tbsp tomato paste
1 tsp chopped fresh or dry rosemary
1 tbsp chopped parsley
1 cup frozen peas
2 pounds [...]

Chicago Style Baby Back Ribs

This is the big mutha recipe if you are catering a huge party. The smaller recipe is posted below.
Chicago Style Baby Back Ribs
Ingredients:
The Meat
10 racks baby back ribs
The Rub
1 cup paprika
1/3 cup celery salt
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
2 tbsp garlic powder
2 tsp mustard powder
2 tsp dried thyme
2 tsp white pepper
2 tsp cayenne pepper
The Sauce
3 cups [...]

Hillbilly Mop Sauce

A good shredded BBQ needs a superior Mopping sauce.
Hillbilly Mop Sauce
Ingredients:
2 cups vinegar
1 cup olive oil
2/3 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/2 cup water
2 lemons, pulped and cut in half
2 tbsp hot sauce
6 bay leaves, crushed
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp chili powder
Directions:
Place all ingredients in a large pot and bring to a boil. Remove from heat, [...]

Pork Fried Rice

This is a side order most commonly served with Chinese carryout.
Give it a try at home.
Pork Fried Rice
Ingredients:
2 to 3 cups of cooked rice
1/2 cup diced boneless pork, fried
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 onion, chopped
2 small eggs
butter
1 tbsp chopped scallions
1 tbsp bean sprouts
Directions:
Melt butter and saute’ onions and garlic
Move onions and garlic to one side and [...]

Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry

Nice light change over your normal fare for dinner.
Beef and Broccoli Stir Fry
Ingredients:
1/2 pound lean top round
1/4 cup water
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp cornstarch
1 tbsp vegetable oil
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 small onion, cut into 6 to 8 wedges
Pepper to taste
Directions:
Slice the beef in thin strips across the grain. Mix 2 tbsp water, the soy [...]