Wild Boar Ribs: Racking Up The Flavor
There I was, hunkered down in the bush, long gun at the ready. No…No I wasn’t. I was actually crouched down behind a line of trees, facing upwind, staring intently at my hand-dug pit-style trap carefully covered with banana leaves,…
Savory Stuffed Pork Tenderloin: Belly Filling Goodness
From our humble backyard space, it’s usually possible to look towards the west and get a first-person weather report. But on this particular day, that picture was a little more telling. The sky wouldn’t harbor any lingering secrets, and now…
Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Galette
You might be interested in the history of the onion. If you are, well, you might also be on the wrong blog, because I’m not here to get into any of that. But I do like ’em. I like the…
Back To Normal Doesn’t Necessarily Mean Back To The Same
Perched pitside, daydreaming through wisps of hickory smoke ribboning out of the vents of the trusty old Weber, I was reminded that the world does not stop for anyone. Spring has sprung, the trees are popping, greenery is sprouting and…
Pad Thai Chicken…And Waffles: Pad Thai Chicken & Waffles
I know what you’re thinking, and I hope we can still be friends. I mean, this should work, right? It could work, right? What if I told you I used a chunky peanut butter waffle mix from Kodiak Cakes? Would…
Stuffed Pork Tenderloin: Pinwheels Of Pecan Smoked Deliciousness
It was a good day, you know, being able to mosey around the yard without fighting the ice, snow, or slush at your feet. The sun is slowly making longer shadows, which I take as a backhanded invitation to stay…
The Cranberry Jalapeno Turkey Burger: Maximum Flavor With Minimal Effort
Some days, man. Some days. Some just aren’t meant for the leisurely, low and slow barbecue process. This is one of those days. Cold, breezy, with a little nip in the air that begs for a little sip in my…
Balsamic Chicken and Veggies: One Pan Deliciousness
A fresh blanket of snow is like a new canvas, ready to be molded into something of your choosing. Even when anticipated, it drives primal instincts, making sane people scurry about, collecting food staples as if they’re going to be…
Maple And Bourbon Glazed Pork Tenderloin With Pecans
That little difference in the breeze is back, and noticeable, I might add. It’s like a subtle whisper over your shoulder, letting you know that the seasons are in transition. The traditional flavors of the Fall raise up and demand…
Oktoberfest Poppers: Prost!
Ah but there’s good news today! The weather may have finally broken a bit, and there is a good chance we may have a fall season after all. But our extended summer hasn’t deterred those that thrive on this time…
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