This is a delicious Texas style chili made rich with copious amounts of chili and spice, Lager beer and molasses. Hearty and beefy. Texas chili typically doesn’t have beans, just meat and spices. I like to use chuck or round roast. However, if that is not available or too much work, ground beef will also…
Peas Soup with Mint and Leeks
I have been reluctant to make a pea/mint soup because I wasn’t so sure. Then I ended up with a pile of fresh mint in my Aero arden with no ideas of how to use it. Problem solved. This turned out amazing. Garnished with blanched peas, hard-boiled egg, lemon yogurt and bacon, it was delicious….
Carne Picada
My wife stopped at the market and tried to find some shaved beef for Philly Cheesesteaks. They didn’t have any, but she found something labeled Carne Picada. Having no idea what that was, I had to investigate. Carne Picada roughly translates to minced meat. It is a Mexican dish and is often served in tortillas…
Favorite Rib Rub 2021
I have a hard time choosing which rubs are my favorite, but this is pretty darn good. I use it on ribs and just about anything else pork (or even chicken.) Favorite Rib Rub 2021 Votes: 0 Rating: 0 You: Rate this recipe! Print Recipe Servings 12 Servings 12 Favorite Rib Rub 2021 Votes: 0…
Texas Pinto Beans
I love beans, especially when eating BBQ. However, many beans purchased at the store have way too much sugar. These don’t have any added sugar and do have a bit of heat. I make a big pot and freeze the rest for a rainy day. Texas Pinto Beans Votes: 0 Rating: 0 You: Rate this…
Christmas Swedish Meatballs
Swedish meatballs is a Christmas tradition within our extended family. This year, my wife and I were alone for Christmas and decided to make it ourselves. We chose a version with a rich, creamy roux-based gravy, served over homemade linguini with a side of steamed broccoli. As a funny aside, my wife gave me a…