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Clean Eating – Pan Roasted Chicken

Posted on August 18, 2015 by bigm5853

It was time for some detox and clean eating. We had our family reunion over the last 4 days in the cities and there was a lot of eating out. The food was great, Minneapolis has some awesome restaurants, but … Continue reading →

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Grilled Pork Tenderloin

Posted on August 6, 2015 by bigm5853

Need a quick weekday dinner? How about some grilled pork tenderloin and packet potatoes. 30 minutes on the grill and you are ready to go. The key is to not overcook the pork. The old guide lines would tell you … Continue reading →

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Flat Iron Steak with Chimichurri

Posted on August 2, 2015 by bigm5853

After a long week of work it was time to relax on the porch and have a tasty supper. Tonight I picked up a flat iron steak – this cut is perfect for grilling – full of flavor. You do … Continue reading →

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Campfire Cod with Potato and Chorizo Hobo Packs

Posted on July 30, 2015 by bigm5853

I was reading through my Bon Appetit magazine and came across some recipes to try when you are camping. Well I have not plans to go camping in the near future so thought the Traeger would work for this as … Continue reading →

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Bangers and Mashed

Posted on July 28, 2015 by bigm5853

With the dog days of summer upon us, supper needs to be quick and easy. Sausages, peppers and onions should do the trick! 30 minutes of grill time and you are ready to eat. Grab a variety of sausages – tonight … Continue reading →

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Corn, green bean, tomato salad

Posted on July 17, 2015 by bigm5853

Summer is a great time for fresh salads. With all the farmers markets in full swing you can always get some fresh veggies. Our friend Ann B. got us a bottle of fig balsamic vinegar which made this salad even … Continue reading →

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Smoked Beef Short Ribs

Posted on July 12, 2015 by bigm5853

Normally when I smoke some ribs, I grab a couple slabs of baby backs, but today I decided to try some beef short ribs. These were big, meaty and tasty! I got the short ribs from Brothers Meat and Seafood, … Continue reading →

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Fresh Peach Cobbler

Posted on July 1, 2015 by bigm5853

Kris and I picked up some fresh peaches at the farmers market last weekend and they were super good. So what do you do when they are getting really ripe and you wont be able to eat them all? You … Continue reading →

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Dinner with Friends – Fish Fry!

Posted on July 1, 2015 by bigm5853

Last week when Rindy and Aaron were over at our house, Kristen mentioned how she misses fish and chips. Since going gluten free it is hard to find a restaurant that serves up this classic for non wheat eaters. Well … Continue reading →

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Dinner with Friends – Flank Steak Fajitas

Posted on June 26, 2015 by bigm5853

Kris and I were watching The Kitchen on Food Network last weekend and Sunny Anderson put together some flank steak fajitas with chimichurri sauce and drunken peppers that looked amazing so decided to cook them up for our Wednesday dinner … Continue reading →

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