Whenever I see fennel at the grocery store, I think to myself “what can I do with this?” I originally bought this fennel to make a fennel slaw but then, when I was rifling through the fridge, I got an idea and went in a totally different direction. I love the easy to...
This recipe is very different than the eggplant parmesan you are used to. There is no breading or frying. This eggplant parmesan is a low carb Italian inspired recipe you can feel good about eating as the eggplant is grilled for nice flavor and smokiness. Then, I...
Chicken thighs are one of my favorite parts of the chicken to cook. They are a dark meat that stay moist and juicy, and this cut is also super economical in comparison with a chicken breast. To up the flavor, I love to use wood grilling planks! For my Orange Oregano...
You guys know I’m a sucker for meat on a stick… I’ve been experimenting with various recipes I’ve seen where the meat is ground and formed into a ball and put onto a skewer, much like putting a meatball on a stick. I had some ground turkey the other day and knew...
Peanut Butter Chicken Wings- guest blog post by Josh Weiss Roessler from The Backyard BBQ Blog It’s tailgating season, which tends to mean lots and lots of burgers and hot dogs, as well as huge vats of chili and – of course – copious amounts of beer. Now, there’s...
If you want to try a Jamaican Jerk Chicken recipe from scratch that will blow your mind, then listen up! This post is for you! I discovered Jamaican food when I first moved to the greater Miami area back in 2008 and was mesmerized by melting pot of flavors of this...
Labor Day Weekend is upon us, what are you going to cook on your day off? Ahh, decisions, decisions. Let me inspire you with some of my favorite recipes to feed a crowd and impress your friends. (All titles below link to original recipe and directions). West Indies...
I'm a big fan of Jerk Seasoning and flavors. Traditional Jerk combines the flavors of allspice, scotch bonnet peppers, green onion, thyme, cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar. It is a heady combination of aromatic spices and heat, that makes for a pungently addictive...
I love meat on a stick. Something about skewering a mix of ingredients, paired with a great marinade or sauce makes for a colorful mirage on your plate- and is equally satisfying on your taste buds! In this recipe, the chicken is marinated in a flavorful Thai Peanut...
The summer is here and burger season is upon us. I love a regular burger with oozy melted cheese and all of the fixings – you can never go wrong with that! If you're looking for a burger that isn't traditional to wow your guests, then the Hawaiian Aloha...
