Pizza on the grill

Pizza on the grill

    I love to make pizza either in the oven or outside on the grill. I made pizzas at least once a week outside during the warm weather. I have resorted to cooking them inside now that there is snow. Yes, you can still 

 
Beef Bourguignon

Beef Bourguignon

Prep 30 min. Ready 2 hr. Serves 6   I have made Beef Bourguignon (Boeuf Bourguignon in French) three times since September – twice on the stove and once in the oven. The last time on the stove, which I think is just a little 

 
Homemade Michigan Cherry Pie

Homemade Michigan Cherry Pie

    Prep 15 min Ready 1 hr 30 min Servings 8   Last summer my wife, parents and I had a perfect summer day picking cherries in northern Michigan. The weather was awesome, and the cherries were ripe and ready to be picked. My 

 
Grilled Fennel Rubbed Pork Chops & Apricots

Grilled Fennel Rubbed Pork Chops & Apricots

    Prep 15 min. Ready 35 min. Servings 2   This is a recipe my wife pointed out that she wanted me to make for dinner. It is from the May/June issue of Eating Well Magazine.  I surprised her this evening when she came home 

 
Steamed mussels in spicy tomato & garlic broth

Steamed mussels in spicy tomato & garlic broth

      This was an easy meal to make and was the first time I have cooked fresh mussels. I love fresh shellfish and we have enjoyed mussels when we have had them out for dinner and I thought I would give it a 

 
Greek Cucumber Salad

Greek Cucumber Salad

    Prep 15 min. Ready 20 min. Serves 2   Now that the snow has melted and it is the end of April? It is almost feeling a little bit like spring. That means trying to get back into shape riding my bike and 

 
Shrimp and Pineapple Tacos

Shrimp and Pineapple Tacos

    Prep 20 min. Ready 40 min. Serves 4   I love shrimp! I especially enjoy the combination of shrimp and fresh pineapple with a little heat from a jalapeño added. I have made this recipe about ten times and keep going back to 

 
Sweet Potato Dog Treats

Sweet Potato Dog Treats

  Our dog Fritz loves his treats! His internal alarm clock goes off every night at 8:30 p.m. rain or shine (snow in our case today for April 16th!). He has a very good memory. I usually give him a few treats at that time. 

 
Shrimp Pad-Thai

Shrimp Pad-Thai

    Prep 20 min Ready 35 min Serves 4   I have been cooking Thai food for several years, and one of my favorites is Pad Thai. It is commonly made with shrimp, chicken, pork, or tofu. Most big box grocers are now selling 

 
Organic Grass Fed Beef Ribeye Steak

Organic Grass Fed Beef Ribeye Steak

    Prep 15 min Ready 30 min   If you are going to eat red meat it is best to eat the best you can find and afford. My wife has been on a kick after reading several articles about the dangers of commercial