Blogs by Category: Food

Nick's Picks: Sweet Chili Pork Chops

06.19.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

1 1/2 - 2 Pounds of Pork Chops   1 Chile Pepper Seeded and Minced 1/2 Yellow Onion Minced 4-5 Garlic Cloves Minced 1 Cup Apple Cider Vinegar 2 Cups Water 1 Cup Brown Sugar Pepper to taste 1/2 Tsp Paprika 1/2 Tsp Chili ...

Nick's Picks: Greek Marinated Beef

06.12.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[0]

Something different to try? Maybe a new family favorite! 2-3 Pounds Sirloin or Round Cubed1 pound Plain Greek Yogurt1 Tsp Fresh Oregano Leaves1 Tsp Fresh Thyme Leaves1 Tsp Fresh Mint LeavesZest of one lemon4-5 Garlic Cloves Minced2 Tsp Salt1/2 ...

Nick's Picks: Classic Lasagna

06.05.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[1]

A classic dish sure to please!1 1/2 Pounds Lasagna Noodles1 Pound Ground Beef1/2 Pound Mild Italian Sausage3-4 Garlic Cloves Minced1 Yellow Onion DicedSalt and Pepper1 Tsp Dried Oregano1 Tsp Dried Basil1/8 Cup Fresh Chopped BasilLarge Can Whole ...

Nick's Picks: Tropical BBQ Shrimp

05.22.13 | Nick Finlayson | Comments[4]

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[1]

  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[1]

  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 ...