Monthly Archives: April 2011

BBQ Chicken Sandwiches

Posted on April 30, 2011 by chefjeff

Some people may think that watching cooking shows while exercising is defeating the purpose. I’ve never been able to grasp that argument, so consequently, some of my favorite TV programs are about food. I also like to peruse cookbooks and … Continue reading →

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Jambalaya

Posted on April 29, 2011 by chefjeff

If you’ve never had jambalaya cooked by a native Louisianan, you don’t know what your missing. I can say that as a certainty because no jambalaya I’ve eaten can compare with that made by an old friend and former co-worker, … Continue reading →

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Sliding Along

Posted on April 28, 2011 by chefjeff

We officially broke into the 2011 grilling season last night with buffalo/venison burgers and some red/sweet potatoes. And despite having a little trouble with my grill, everything turned out just fine. But the next time we do burgers on the … Continue reading →

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Thrilling Grilling

Posted on April 27, 2011 by chefjeff

Anyone who enjoys grilling is probably thrilled when they see a newspaper ad that features a big sale on meat. My mouth starts to water when I come across one, especially if I’m looking at it just after completing a … Continue reading →

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Roasted Lamb with Garlic Bread Crumbs

Posted on April 23, 2011 by chefjeff

It’s been a long time since I made a dish with lamb. The curried lamb chops that I fixed back in the late 1980s were pretty tasty, if my memory serves me correctly. The subject came up the other day … Continue reading →

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Hungarian Goulash

Posted on April 22, 2011 by chefjeff

I was reading a travel featured story about Hungary from McClatchy Tribune News Service writer Mary Ann Anderson the other day, and when she started talking about food — goulash in particular —  my interest was piqued. I wrote about … Continue reading →

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Pork and Black Bean Stew

Posted on April 21, 2011 by chefjeff

I’m like most people. The stew I’m most familiar with is made with beef. Or in my case, venison or elk. But there are some people who swear by pork stew. I thought about checking on some pork stew recipes … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Steak

Posted on April 20, 2011 by chefjeff

Cooking the perfect steak at home is all about the marinade. That’s according to Chef Jack Sinanaj of Empire Steak House in New York City. The five-star restaurant chef offers the following tips to create the perfect steak in your … Continue reading →

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Burger Heaven

Posted on April 16, 2011 by chefjeff

Every once in a while, I listen to Jarrod Thomas, who hosts a talk show on KNOX Radio in Grand Forks and also is operations manager for Leighton Broadcasting. We don’t always share the same opinion, but when he said … Continue reading →

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Chipotle-Braised Short Ribs

Posted on April 14, 2011 by chefjeff

When it comes to ribs, it’s hard to beat pork. But you won’t get any complaints from me about beef ribs. In fact, my first taste of ribs may have been beef. Maybe that’s why whenever I come across a … Continue reading →

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