Looking for something to make that will warm you inside and out? Try this rolled stuffed flank steak, aka braciole. This recipe for rolled stuffed flank steak is so flavorful it will become a favorite before you know it. As a bit of a joke I brought this rolled stuffed flank steak to a Christmas cookie gathering that FBLA held recently. I made a lovely savory vegetarian yule … [Read more...]
Beer Ginger Short Ribs
I’m using any excuse to turn on the oven during this el Nino winter. I'm craving short ribs. I've made Suzanne Goin's short ribs more times than I can count. I wanted something a bit different and thought that a great way to warm up my home by making beer and ginger short ribs. These beer ginger short ribs take a minimum of effort. The zingy beer and ginger sauce compliments … [Read more...]
Summertime Garden Party Menu
My personal recipe for a wonderful life: Family + Friends + Food = Happiness. Thus far this summer has been a whirlwind of activity filled with the first two components of my equation: visiting family in New Jersey, friends from Copenhagen visiting me and, playing one of my favorite roles 'fun aunt' with various kids, related or not. Missing from my personal recipe for a … [Read more...]
Meatloaf Stuffed with Spinach
Meatloaf Stuffed with Spinach I have spent most of the second have of 2014 working in Branson, Missouri on the television show Branson Famous. Being away from my home for extended periods is not usual for me, nor any television producer for that matter. What was unusual about this job was that instead of staying in a hotel room I shared a house with the rest of the … [Read more...]
Thai Beef Salad
In a preview of coming attractions here is the first in what will be a series of cooking videos starring me, Jude, occasionally Mz. Riz and others as we cook, talk and eat. I keep reminding myself there has to be a first time. I now know how hard it is to be in FRONT of the camera. I'm sure I'll improve. Hope you enjoy. … [Read more...]