I know it’s hot outside, but I love soup. An enjoyable evening for me is to curl up with a good book and a bowl of soup.   BUTTERNUT SQUASH SOUP 3 pounds butternut squash, peeled, seeded and cut into 1-inch cubes, 1 cup carrot, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes, 2 tablespoons garlic oil,…

REMOULADE SAUCE I use this sauce to top off a lot of the seafood dishes I cook.  Remoulade sauce is especially tasty on oysters, shrimp and catfish po’boys. There are a lot of ingredients, but believe me when I say it is delicious; you might even add more ingredients. 1 cup mayonnaise,  ¼ cup chili sauce, 2…

Some 50-years ago, I attended a healthcare conference and stayed at the Stauffer Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia. While there I tried a tableside prepared Ceasar Salad.  Since then, Caesar has been one of my favorite salads. CEASAR SALAD Homemade Sourdough Croutons:  Preheat oven to 375 degrees. Get out a cookie sheet. Tear the bread into…

SOCKEYE SALMON 5 pounds sockeye salmon fillets, 2 quarts vinegar, 1/4 cup peppercorns, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground nutmeg, 6 teaspoons ground mace, 1/4 cup white truffle oil, 1 cup sea salt, 2 cups water, 1/4 cup pickling spices, 1/8 cup sugar, 3 garlic cloves, 1/2 cup red onion slices, 3 beets, cooked and thinly sliced,…

WHATEVER KIND OF CAN BEANS YOU HAVE SALAD ALSO KNOWN AS PANTRY SALAD 1 (15 oz.) can cannellini beans, rinsed and drained, 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained, 1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained,2cup stings beans, rinsed, 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, 2 tablespoons red onions, finely chopped.   DRESSING 1/3 cup apple cider…

Sweet Meat is the name I have assigned to grilled pork tenderloin topped with watermelon salsa SWEET MEAT It’s still too hot for me to grill outside.  I am grilling on the inside gas grill.  Turn the grill on high when the temperature reaches 500 degrees.  While the grill is getting ready wash the 3-pound…

Let’s get ready for Labor Day.  Labor Day is the first Monday in September.  Labor Day was created to celebrate economic accomplishment and achievements of workers. One of the ways I celebrate is by throwing a backyard barbecue. Tomato Paste BBQ Sauce 1 cup red onions, 1/4 cup red bell pepper, 1 tablespoon jalapeno pepper,…

Today I am repurposing leftover baked chicken and making Chicken Salad Flowers. When I repurpose the food, I do not want you to say “isn’t that the chicken from Sunday” so I make it look and taste completely different. First things first we are going to make the flowers. 2 (16.3 ounces) can of flaky layer buttermilk…

Eggplant is high in fiber and low in calories.  According to organicfacts.net eggplant help build strong bones, reduces the symptom side effects of anemia, and increase cognition.  Eggplant can help you regulate your bowel movements and can lower your risk of heart disease. If you are wondering why I call this dish Pacoima Fried Eggplant…

The official name of this dish is GRILLED VIETNAMESE PORK WITH VERMICELLI NOODLES, Tanya calls the dish “Salad with Meat”. She shared the picture and recipe with me now I am sharing with you. Thank you, Tanya, your dish is delicious!  She is gonna give me the recipe for the egg rolls later. GRILLED VIETNAMESE…

First things first, get a Keg of dark beer a couple dozen crystal champagne flutes and a case of ripe strawberries.   I am serving beer in crystal champagne flutes with a strawberry on the side with my Country Girl Cavier. COUNTRY GIRL CAVIAR 2 (16-ounce) cans of blackeyed peas, drained, 1 (8 oz.) can black…

HOW TO PICK A GOOD PIECE This is a food blog, you know I am talking about picking a good piece of brisket! Pick up the brisket fold it in half.  If it’s floppy and bends easily its a good piece. Fat is important when cooking brisket but not too much.  If it’s stiff and…