Barbecue Sauce

Excerpt from, “Some Men Can Cook, Some Men Can Watch TV, and Some Men Can Do Both, Secrets of the Fighter Pilot in the Kitchen” Of course, the easiest way to do BBQ sauce is simply to buy it.  There are so many types, that you might be tempted to go this route.  However, like so … More Barbecue Sauce

Steak Fondue

Beef filet – 6 oz per person Cooking oil – recommend you use peanut oil.  The problem with olive oil is it has a very low smoking point.  I dislike the use of any type of corn oil. Heat the oil and pour into your fondue pot.  Cut filet into bite size pieces, paying attention … More Steak Fondue

Cheese Fondue

For whatever reason, the use of a fondue pot on the table with a candle for the heat source is a very romantic dinner.  I can’t explain it, but it is worth taking advantage of this knowledge when the need arises for some special evening at home. Cream Cheese Melted variety of cheeses Cream and … More Cheese Fondue

Seared Scallops & Grits – Contributed by Franco Brady

  Scallops (large) 8 (4 per person) Pancetta – 4 ounces  (If you can’t find it, substitute bacon.  Just don’t use maple cured.  It will totally distort the taste of the food). Heavy cream – 4 ounces Pepper Jack Cheese – 2 ounces Grits – 2 packages Cajun Seasoning – 1/2 cup Micro Greens – … More Seared Scallops & Grits – Contributed by Franco Brady

Honey Broiled Salmon contributed by {pilot} Ed Mehlhaff

Salmon Filet – 2 portions with skin Honey – 2 Tablespoons Garlic – 1 clove Dijon Mustard – 3 tablespoons Apple Cider Vinegar – 1/2 teaspoon Caraway seeds – 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper – 1/4 teaspoon Preheat oven broiler.  Line broiler pan with foil and lightly coat with olive oil.  Make a paste of garlic … More Honey Broiled Salmon contributed by {pilot} Ed Mehlhaff

Broiled Salmon

Salmon Filets  – 1 per person served  (Always opt for the wild fish.  I will not eat fish that is not wild.  Shrimp, ok.  Fish, no way!) Fresh organic butter – 1/4 stick Lemon Juice – 1/2 squeezed fresh lemon Cayenne Pepper – lightly sprinkled to taste So incredibly easy!  And very romantic.  Turn on … More Broiled Salmon