My quest for the perfect eggs started in sixth grade. I had compared my mom's and my grandma's scrambled eggs and the scrambled eggs of my childhood friends parents, and there was something definitely different about my grandma's. They weren't spongy. They were fluffy. They … [Read more...] about The Secret to Perfect Scrambled Eggs
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Super Garlic Toast – Flavor from the Side
A lot of work goes into main dishes. For the most part, I tend to focus on the protein portion of our meals, but when possible, I like to double - even triple up on items that can be put on the grill for any given meal. I've already talked about the asparagus that can be done … [Read more...] about Super Garlic Toast – Flavor from the Side
The Juicy Lucy – A Memorial Day Gift
My employer was generous enough to give me Friday off in addition to Monday for Memorial Day this year, so I've decided to pass the generosity on with a recipe guaranteed to elevate your backyard BBQ to "best ever" status. Today we're doing a Twin Cities original - the Juicy … [Read more...] about The Juicy Lucy – A Memorial Day Gift
Leftovers Redone: Steak and Cheese, Please!
A Philly cheesesteak isn't something to mess with, so we didn't. Instead, we created our own variety of steak sandwich, topped off with a mound of fresh grilled vegetables and a simple chipotle mayo for a bit of kick. It is the combination we keep coming back to. The … [Read more...] about Leftovers Redone: Steak and Cheese, Please!
A Beginner’s Guide to Freezing Meals and the Basics of Food Storage
Photo by thebittenworld.com Three years ago, my in-laws bought us a freezer for Christmas. It is one of the best gifts we've ever received. My parents were feeling slighted, so they bought us a knife set this past year. Those are also wonderful, but I'm here to talk about the … [Read more...] about A Beginner’s Guide to Freezing Meals and the Basics of Food Storage
