Category: Cooking

Java Skewers

Java Hibachi Skewers   One of the staples of any pupu platter are the hibachi skewers of beef and chicken.  The simplest things with the...

Manicotti

Manicotti This is very very simple. So simple, I only did it once and got it perfect on the first try.  The key is to have a good nonstick pan....

Beef Stew

Beef Stew This is based on a Julia Child recipe. The actual prep time for that recipe is at least 1-2 days. Let’s face it, we don’t live out in...

Potato Soup

Potato Soup This is a great soup for cold rainy days like today.  It should be warm and we should be grilling, but instead we are trapped inside...

Asian Stir Fry

Asian Stir Fry This can work with anything as long as you cut the pieces small enough. Chicken, steak, shrimp, even just vegetables. Prepare...

Tartiflette

Tartiflette This is a very very rich French dish that should be served as a side and is very similar to Potatoes Au Gratin. The original recipe...

Steak Fries

Steak Fries These are perfectly cooked steak fries without all the extra added oil or salt.  Don’t limit yourself to just salt and pepper, once...

Zinfandel Short Ribs

Zinfandel Braised Short Ribs I came across this recipe a couple of years ago, but it is hard to get perfect. Tonight I think I finally did it....

Chicken Cutlets

Chicken Cutlets This basic bread crumb mixture will work with anything including beef, veal, chicken or even fish (maybe not as much grated...

Venezuelan Lentils

Venezuelan Lentils Lentils are often served at the beginning of a new year and are seen as a sign of good luck because the look like little...