Blogs by Author: Nick Finlayson

Nick's Picks: Tropical BBQ Shrimp

05.22.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[3]

A fun island twist to your Memorial Day BBQ2 1/2 Pounds Raw Shrimp Peeled and De-veined1 Pineapple12 oz Chili Sauce2 Tbsp Brown Sugar1/4 Cup Molasses2 Tbsp Honey1 Tsp Cayenne Pepper1 Tsp Paprika1/2 Tsp Black PepperSoak bamboo skewers in water ...

Nick's Picks: Bacon Potato Salad

05.15.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

A classic potato salad with bacon! 5-6 Idaho Potatoes1 Tbsp Salt1 Cup Mayo6 Strips of Bacon Cooked Crispy2 Hard boiled eggs2-3 Green Onions Chopped1/2 Green Pepper Chopped4-5 Pieces of Celery Chopped1/2 Tsp Pepper1 Tsp Powdered Garlic1/2 Tsp Dry ...

Nick's Picks: Grilled Asparagus with Parmesan

05.08.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

A nice side dish to serve up on a beautiful spring or summer day! 2 Bunches of fresh asparagus1/2 LemonOlive OilSalt and Pepper1/4 Cup Sliced Parmesan Brush the asparagus with olive oil and lemon juice. Grill asparagus for about 2-3 minutes. A ...

Nick's Picks: Balsamic Strawberry Salad

05.01.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[2]

The sweetness of the strawberries compliments the tartness of the balsamic! 1 Cup Balsamic Vinegar1 Pound Fresh Strawberries de-stemmed and quartered1 cup Sliced Almonds1 Small red Onion Sliced ThinSpring MixIn a small sauce pot, boil the vinegar ...

Nick's Picks: Chicken Saltimbocca

04.24.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

Pronounced Salt-em-bouka! This tasty treat has a savory and rustic feel. Light and delicate too to satisfy everyone! 1 1/2 - 2 Pounds Chicken Breast 1/4 Pound Proscuitto Very thinly Sliced Fresh Sage 1 Tbsp Garlic 2 ...

Nick's Picks You Can Fix: Parmesan Crusted Cod

04.17.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[1]

Fish should be firm and flaky!

Nick's Picks: Chocolate Peanut Butter Brownie Cookies (aka Death Nuggets)

04.03.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[1]

"The culmination of all your favorite things!" 2 Packages "Break and Bake" Chocolate chip cookie dough 1 Box Brownie Mix Mini Peanut butter Cups Mix Brownie mix as per recipe instructions. Spray 24 muffin cups (regular size) ...

Nick's Picks: Southern Chicken

03.27.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

  Southern chicken recipe: 4 chicken breasts (5 ounces; not thick breasts) buttermilk ranch dressing, 2 cups 3 cups crushed cornflakes 1 stick butter 1/2 tsp Lowry's Seasoned Salt 1/2 tsp pepper 1/2 tsp McCormick Steakhouse ...

Nick's Picks: Bacon-wrapped Scallops

03.20.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

  Perfect as an hor d'oeuvre. These sweet and smokey treats have a little kick! 1 Pound of Sea Scallops 1 Pound of Bacon 3/4 Cup Honey 1 Tbsp Horseradish (prepared) Trim scallops if necessary and wrap each one with a strip of bacon. ...

Nick's Picks: Shrimp Etouffee

03.13.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

  About 2 pounds Shrimp Peeled and de-veined1 Stick of Butter1/2 Cup of FlourSalt1/2 Yellow onion Diced1 Green Pepper Diced2-3 Garlic cloves minced1 Can Diced Tomatoes (12 oz)1 Tsp Cayenne Pepper1 Tbsp Cajun Spice1/2 Gallon Seafood or ...

Nick's Picks: Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal

03.06.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[2]

  Chocolate Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Too busy to make a batch of oatmeal for breakfast? With this simple recipe, all the prep work is done the night before. Simply stir in a spoonful  of peanut butter in the morning and ...

Nick's Picks: Candied Bacon

02.27.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

1 Pound of Bacon 2 Cups Brown Sugar 1/4 Cup Pecans Take a cooling rack and place it over a rimmed cookie sheet or sheet tray. Arrange bacon on top of the cooling rack and bake at 375 degrees for about 10 minutes. Bacon should just be starting ...

Nick's Picks: Bacon Pancakes

02.20.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

  1 Pound of Bacon 2 1/2 Cups Buttermilk 4 Large Eggs 4 Tsp Granulated Sugar 2 Tsp Baking Powder 2 Tsp Baking Soda 1 Tsp Salt 1/2 Tsp Vanilla Extract 2 1/2 Cups Flour 1 Stick of Butter Melted Crisp and drain the bacon. Reserve ...

Nick's Picks: Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing

02.13.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[3]

Hot Bacon Dressing 1 Pound of Bacon, Chopped 1 Cup Cider Vinegar 1 Cup Sugar 2 Cups Water 2 Tbsp Cornstarch, diluted in cold water Crisp the bacon in a large frying pan. Drain and reserve. In a medium sauce pot, combine the water, ...

Nick's Picks: Bacon Cheddar Soup

02.06.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[1]

Ingredients 1 pound of bacon cut into small pieces 1/2 cup of flour 1 quart of heavy cream 3 cups of water 1/4 cup sliced leeks Salt, pepper and powedered garlic 2 cups shredded cheddar In a large pot, crisp up the bacon, do not ...