Category Archives: Main Dishes

Seared Scallops with Spicy Aioli

Posted on April 14, 2013 by bigm5853

With Kris out of town for girls weekend I was looking for something easy and tasty for one. While walking through the grocery store the fresh scallops caught my eye and bingo I had an idea. Seared scallops, asparagus and … Continue reading →

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Country Style Pork Ribs

Posted on April 3, 2013 by bigm5853

  Now that spring is finally here (kind of) and the temps rising into the 40’s, it is time to get back to some grilling. This was our first go at country style pork ribs. I did not realize these … Continue reading →

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Happy Easter

Posted on April 1, 2013 by bigm5853

This year it was jut Kris and myself for Easter. We started the day with a bacon, cheese egg bake. It was a nice morning of drinking coffee and reading the paper, a no stress holiday!For dinner we sent for … Continue reading →

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Hurry Up and Wait Roast Chicken

Posted on March 28, 2013 by bigm5853

I love roasted chicken and this is an easy way to do it. The technique comes from a French chef and the chicken turns out moist and super tasty. What’s different about this method is you place the chicken on it’s … Continue reading →

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Leftover Chicken Chili

Posted on March 21, 2013 by bigm5853

What to do with the left over chicken chili? Hmmm, plus I have not been to the store since getting back from vacation so choices are limited. I found some potatoes in the pantry so decided to have creamy mashed … Continue reading →

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Surf and Turf

Posted on March 2, 2013 by bigm5853

We had a little skirt steak left over from the other night so decided to have that with some grilled cod with lemon-dill aioli and a baked sweet potato. Grilling cod is quick and easy. You just have to be … Continue reading →

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Cedar Plank Salmon with Grilled Brussels Sprouts

Posted on February 25, 2013 by bigm5853

The temperature is finally moving into the 30’s which means a lot more grilling. This is a quick and easy supper and oh so good. The cedar plank adds so much flavor to the salmon. I make this for my … Continue reading →

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Braised Short Ribs

Posted on February 24, 2013 by bigm5853

This might be the perfect comfort food. Braised short ribs served over creamy mashed potatoes with red wine gravy. This meal takes awhile but it totally worth it. The leftovers are excellent so be sure to make plenty. Gather up all … Continue reading →

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Salmon with Lime Dill Aioli

Posted on February 19, 2013 by bigm5853

So it is Monday night, first day of the work week. After running errands and a happy hour for Kris, we did not get home until after 7:00. What to do? How about an easy salmon dinner? Sounds good to … Continue reading →

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Burgers and Sweet Potato Fries

Posted on February 1, 2013 by bigm5853

In order to make fries, you need to be able to slice the potatoes into the correct shape. This potato slicer is the perfect tool for that. There are 2 blades for different thickness to customize your fires. This it … Continue reading →

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