Food Art! When I was in college, in my art class we had to create food art. Food art is when you take a piece of art and emulate the art piece by creating a food dish out of it. I wanted to make Mexican food, I forgot what artist I chose, but I do…
Cevapi (Sausage) Dip
I must inform you that I have a lot of trouble cooking small amounts of food. I grew up in a big family and cooking for 4 people was never an option. Yesterday I made Cevapi burgers and I made so much burger meat I was left with a lot of leftover sausage. Since I…
Cevapi Burger w/ Homemade Lepinja Bread
Best Burger Ever! Yes, I claim this as one of the best burgers ever! If your wondering what is a Cevapi burger? It’s a Bosnian kabob full of minced meats, spices, and pure flavor. Bare with me while you learn new vocabulary such as Cevapi, Lepinja and Kajmak. Yes it’s a mouth full, but well…
California Fried Chicken w/ Spicy Korean Hot Sauce
Finger Licking Good Chicken! I already know what you are about to say, “California Fried Chicken, what is that?” Well I am here to answer all your questions. California fried chicken is what you get when you go to Los Angeles and make a stop in Korea Town. They make this chicken that is so…
Thicker Than A Snicker Sundae
Ice Cream Social! OK who does not like a Snicker candy bar? I have not ever heard someone tell me they don’t like Snickers. Well I love them and I decided to create a tasty ice cream sundae out of a homemade snicker candy bar. YUM! I decided to pay homage to Snickers by using…
Turkey Chili Cheese Burgers on Buttery Pretzel Bun
Burgerlicious! In my previous post about Chili I discussed my love of chili burgers from Tommy’s World Famous in California. Well today, we are going to recreate burger genius. My Turkey Chili Cheese Burgers are delicious. I decided to use turkey chili and turkey burger meat, believe me, you want be able to tell this…
Chile Relleno with Smokey Chicken
Smoked Out! Day 3 of Smokey Goodness! I have just used the last of my smoked chickens to make these quick and easy baked Chicken Chile Rellenos. I love chile rellenos and I make them two different ways. Sometimes I fry them in a nice chiptole beer batter, which are just plain yummy. I will…
Smoked Chicken Enchiladas w/ Chili Gravy
Bird is the Word! I love chili gravy with enchiladas because it gives enchiladas a nice rich color and flavor. I also use the more traditional red chili enchilada sauce which is not as thick as chili gravy. Which ever sauce you decide to make, please note that the smoked chicken holds the key to…
Smoked Chicken Rangoons
With a Side of Spice! I decided yesterday I wanted to smoke a chicken, I mean smoke 2 chickens. Over the next couple of days I am going on a journey to create some of my favorite recipes utilizing smoked chicken. This recipe is fast, quick and simple after smoking the chicken or you could…
Creole Potato Salad with Hellmann’s Mayonnaise
I love potato salad, especially in the summertime with a nice piece of bar-b-Que chicken. My favorite is Creole Potato Salad with Hellmann’s Mayonnaise. Yes, I know it’s winter but oh well, I still made potato salad today and it was good. I grew up eating potato salad, it has always been a holiday favorite….
Morning After Breakfast Burritos
¡vamos a comer! (Let’s Eat!) We have all experienced one of those days when we are just completely wore out, tired and need a quick pick me upper meal. Well this is it! My Morning After Breakfast Burrito will provide you with what you need to get your day started. Start with fingerling potatoes, if…
Creole Carbonara
Smokey Good Time! I love Italian Carbonara, I decided to take my recipe for Italian Carbonara and “Creolize” it! Traditional Carbonara would include egg, Creole Carbonara replaces the egg, which gives this dish a great richness, with sharp cheddar cheese. Yes, that would require the addition of andouille sausage. Please don’t forget the bacon, cooked…
Louisiana Crunch Cake with Butter Pecan Glaze
Crunch-ilicious! When I was a kid my favorite cake was Entenmann’s Louisiana Crunch Cake. I am not sure if they use pecans in their cake or not, but all cake taste better with pecans, so I am adding them. This is one great tasting cake. It brings back so many memories of childhood. Eating this…
Smokey Creole Gumbo with Hot Sauce
Background on my gumbo making, I have been making gumbo since I was about 17 years old. Let’s just say it’s been a couple of decades, and no I want tell you my age. I will just say I am way, way, way over 20 years old. I have been making gumbo roux since I…
King Hawaiian Pasta Salad
Aloha! I first had this salad at a little Asian restaurant in Los Angeles. They would serve this salad with teriyaki chicken, white rice, and a side of congee. Yes, that was a lot of food, and probably way too much rice and pasta in one sitting, but the food was so good. I have…
Soft Buttery Pink Salted Pretzel Twist
Butter Time! Oh, yes, these are so buttery. I wanted a soft pretzel and I wanted one that was buttery. I must say, I think I accomplished my mission. These pretzels are so good, I will never buy another pretzel again. You must make these at least once to experience what I am talking about….
German Chocolate Doughnut with Maple Bacon Glaze
Just Delicious! This is another one of my quick doughnut recipes when I want something sweet to eat in a hurry. I decided to take these German Chocolate Doughnut to another level by using bacon, pecans and maple syrup. After mixing the batter add it to a freezer bag and create a mock pastry bag….
Mexican Christmas Chicken Burrito
My Mexican Christmas Chicken Burrito is a true joy to eat. It’s filled with citrus marinated grilled chicken, spicy lime rice, refried pinto beans and cheese. I top the burrito with red chili sauce and roasted green chili verde salsa for a true burrito feast. The burrito name comes from the Christmas colors of the…
Spicy Olympic Seoul Chicken
SpiceTastic! I probably should be baking cookies, or stuffing roast right about known. Instead I am cooking lunch and one of Big Goo’s favorite meals. I hope you enjoy this bowl of sweet and sour goodness! The first time I made this dish, I could not believe the amount of flavor in it. I assumed…
Favorite Kitchen Gadgets
Just Because You’re Beautiful! I needed to write about some of my favorite kitchen gadgets, just because their beautiful. First and foremost is my Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer. OK if you don’t own one then borrow one, just make sure you have the chance to use this beauty. This mixer comes with all the parts…
