Autumn Essentials: Killer Corn Chowder

As I write this recipe, the highs of Summer are starting to drop into cooler Autumn...

Sweet Essentials: Vanilla Custard Crême Pâtissièr

This is a classic French custard, or crême pâtissière and is used in many sweet desserts,...

Poultry Essentials: Excellent Wing Dipping Sauce

I posted a chicken wing recipe the other day, and as is my wont, I came...

Poultry Essentials: Instant Pot to Skillet Wings

Put these together on one of my all-nighters (last night). This is not so much about...

Chef’s Essentials: Onion Brûlée

You are making soup that has a clear broth, like a chicken or beef consommé, possibly...

Dehydrating Essentials: Awe-Inspiring Beef Jerky

I am taking a break from dehydrating veggies and fruits for the Winter months and kicking...

Poultry Essentials: Asian Diced Chicken for Wraps

Put this together for tonight’s dinner. It has diced or ground chicken, yummy Asian flavors, and...

Condiment Essentials: Japanese Mayo

Is there room in your fridge for another mayo? I suppose that depends on your point...

Southern Essentials: Awesome Po’ Boy Shrimp

This recipe is not about constructing a Po’ Boy sandwich (I have my own ideas on...

Pork Essentials: Pan-Seared/Oven-Baked Chop

One of the best ways to cook steaks and chops; even chicken, or fish, is to...