Monthly Archives: April 2009

The Best Burger

Posted on April 30, 2009 by chefjeff

In the late 1970s, The Onlooker newspaper, published by my boss, Mike Jacobs, and his wife, Suezette Bieri, solicited readers to nominate their choice for best cheeseburger in North Dakota. As I recall, it was a popular feature of the … Continue reading →

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Bake for the Cure

Posted on April 29, 2009 by chefjeff

I’ve never entered any food at the county or state fair level, but those sort of contests always have held some fascination for me. The only winning recipe I’ve tried is Jennie’s Blue Ribbon Dills. (We call turmeric dills.) The pickle recipe is the creation … Continue reading →

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Mac ‘n’ Cheese

Posted on April 29, 2009 by chefjeff

As kids, just about everybody I know ate macaroni and cheese. Most of us just called it mac ‘n’ cheese. I have fond childhood memories of that "blue box" from Kraft, as probably many others do. From it came one of those quick, classic comfort foods … Continue reading →

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Going Fishin’: Part II

Posted on April 28, 2009 by chefjeff

I just love it when a recipe exceeds my expectations. The tuna club that I blogged about Monday did just that. I only varied from the recipe slightly, using a Foreman Grill instead of a frying pan, making the sandwich with only two slices … Continue reading →

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Fishin’ For A Sandwich

Posted on April 27, 2009 by chefjeff

The other day, some of the guys at exercise were teasing Vern Straus about his choice for breakfast. It seems Vern likes to have a fish sandwich every once in a while when he and his buddies head out to … Continue reading →

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Herb It Up

Posted on April 26, 2009 by chefjeff

Many of you probably are familiar with Mediterranean Diet. It’s the diet that is rich in cereals, wine, fruits, nuts, legumes and whole grains, fish and olive oil. It has been linked to longer life, less heart disease, and protection … Continue reading →

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Fall Into Spring With Parsnip Spice Cake

Posted on April 24, 2009 by chefjeff

I’m going to dig my parsnips today. Some people might think that a bit strange — harvesting vegetables in the spring instead of the fall. But most gardeners know that parsnips are one of the few veggies that can be … Continue reading →

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Go Nuts — With Walnut-Crusted Tuna Kebabs

Posted on April 23, 2009 by chefjeff

Using a stove-top grill such as the Foreman is one real easy way to cook. Just the other night, I fixed a couple of salmon filets that had been briefly marinated in a little soy sauce and white wine along with some sea salt … Continue reading →

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Eggs Benedict

Posted on April 22, 2009 by chefjeff

Anyone who’s familiar with my blog will notice that the Culinary Institute of America is one of my favorite Web destinations. The CIA site always has interesting tips and recipes as well as cooking demonstrations on video. Founded in 1946, … Continue reading →

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Eat Green on Earth Day

Posted on April 21, 2009 by chefjeff

Today is Earth Day. Can you think of a better way to celebrate than to fix a dish that’s easy on the environment? Your best option would be to prepare something that features seasonal fruits or vegetables, ones that are less … Continue reading →

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