Fajitas are usually something I order at restaurants. I love to get a sizzling skillet full of peppers, onions, seasoned beef and a stack of warm tortillas. The dish is always a feast for all the senses. When it comes to Mexican food at our house, we usually stick to tacos, … [Read more...] about Top Shelf Steak Fajitas
From the Patio
Ginger-Soy Beef Tenderloin Kebabs
Frequent readers of this blog should be well aware that during certain times of the year our local grocer marks down the beef tenderloin to a price more representative of sirloin. When this happens, we stock up. We have shared a few ways we prepare this: on the grill as … [Read more...] about Ginger-Soy Beef Tenderloin Kebabs
Smoked Barbecue Ribs: The Movie
We invited our neighbors over for a "how to smoke barbecue ribs" session a while back. There's nothing like a lazy afternoon with your neighbors, sitting in the backyard as the baby back ribs smoke in the background. One of our favorite things about our neighborhood is … [Read more...] about Smoked Barbecue Ribs: The Movie
Grilled Artichokes and Easy Garlic Aioli
Spring marks the presence of fresh vegetables. You know, the kind that didn't grow in the ground. Artichokes, asparagus, spinach and ramps all start to make their appearance. And while Ole thinks it's cool to grill in the middle of winter, outside with several feet of snow and … [Read more...] about Grilled Artichokes and Easy Garlic Aioli
Baked Beans, the Basics
Disclaimer by Shaina: Yep, I saw them over here on PW, and I even told Ole that she blogged his recipe that he was working on. However, you're still getting them, and heck, maybe it'll help you with some of the measurement amounts. The following is a post by Ole, who made baked … [Read more...] about Baked Beans, the Basics