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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 – 

Stuffed Chicken Breast

Stuffed Chicken Breast

This isn’t an authentic Italian recipe, but an American recipe with Italian flavors. The original recipe called for rolling the breast filet, and many recipes call for cutting a pocket into the chicken breast. I find it easier to simply cut and pound the breast 

Alabama White Sauce

Alabama White Sauce

This white BBQ sauce is particularly good on smoked or grilled chicken, but it also works on fish, pork, or as a dip for veggies or chips. It is smooth, tangy, peppery, sharp, and delicious.Traditionally credited to Bob Gibson of Big Bob Gibson Bar-B-Q in 

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

Pineapple Upside Down Cake

I remember when I was a kid, this was kind of a “fancy dessert” kind of recipe. Now that I’ve made it, it’s really easy to do. I actually made a half recipe with leftover pineapple and cherries from another recipe and that turned out 

Dill Pickle Dip

Dill Pickle Dip

I have some pickle lovers in my family, including myself. My daughter in law suggested I make this and it turned out great! The brightness of the pickles goes great with the smoothness of the cream cheese.

Big Mac Casserole

Big Mac Casserole

The name pretty much describes this, it tastes like a Big Mac. All of the pieces are there – the beef, the cheese, the pickles, the special sauce, and even the sesame seeds!

Tuna Salad

Tuna Salad

This is an old fashioned staple but one of our favorites. The key for great tuna salad are some important ingredients, such as celery for crunch, mustard for some sharpness, pickle relish for sweetness, and dill for some tang.You can use this to make sandwiches,