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Herbed Cheese Spread – Like Boursin

Herbed Cheese Spread – Like Boursin

A good cheese spread on crackers makes a great appetizer. This is a delicious cheese spread; creamy, tangy, salty, herby and all around delicious. The recipes I based this on says it tastes just like Boursin, I’ve never bought Boursin but I’d say this is 

Pollo Asado

Pollo Asado

I love Steak Asada, and I was looking for something new for chicken. The tang of citrus juice and levels of flavor brought in by the seasonings made this an easy dish to try. You could use any cut of chicken for this; I love 

Greek Lemon Rice

Greek Lemon Rice

A a full flavored rice dish that works great as a side or base for any Mediterranean dish. The onions add flavor depth while the lemon and dill adds brightness.

Mediterranean Chick Pea Salad

Mediterranean Chick Pea Salad

This is a great side dish that goes well with any Greek or Mediterranean entree. It really shines when you can use fresh garden ingredients and it makes a large salad that your group can share. What brings added flavor to this salad is browning 

St. Louis Style Pork Steaks

St. Louis Style Pork Steaks

Pork steaks are an economical and delicious option for dinner. This is a famous recipe from St Louis area that takes them to the next level. It is a three step cooking process that will take some time so plan ahead. I also brined these 

Japanese Crisp Pickles

Japanese Crisp Pickles

Called tsukemono in Japanese, these are a great side dish to serve with your next Asian inspired meal. These pickles have snap and a sharp flavor that goes well with a stir fry or grilled skewers. They are quick and easy to make.

Cheeseburger Wellington

Cheeseburger Wellington

Move over Chef Ramsey, this dish has more flavor and a lot less cost than a Beef Wellington. We should probably say Bacon Double Cheeseburger Wellington, but that’s a little long. I was a little skeptical how it would turn out, thinking the puff pastry 

Ground Beef with Ravioli

Ground Beef with Ravioli

While Italian sounding, this recipe is actually more Greek in flavor. This recipe is not only delicious, but it come together quickly for an easy week night meal.My wife saw this and asked me to make it for her. The recipe came from Beef –