Five Spice Flank Steak w/ Shiitakes, Peppers, Onions

I purchased some Chinese Five Spice a few months ago because it looked interesting and I had never cooked with it.  Wow ~ it has amazing flavor (a mix of anise, cinnamon, star anise, cloves and ginger) and make a great marinade. 1.5 pounds boneless beef flank steak 5 ounces shiitake mushrooms 1 Vidalia...

Pork Tenderloin with Sweet Cherry Sauce

My dad has always loved fruits with meats, and I’m late to the party on this one, but am now sold.  The cherries have been amazing this season and with the saltiness/smokiness of the pork, this is a great marriage of flavors. 1-2 pork tenderloin(s) Sea salt & ground pepper 1 tablespoon walnut...

Grill Feast ~ Veggies and Sweet Italian Sausage

It is amazing how good homemade sausage is.  I’ve made a maple-sage  breakfast bulk sausage in the past, but casing your own sausage is such a different and fun beast!  Grill this with some great veggies and even fruits for a fun grilling feast! Depending on the amount of people you have or...

Sweet Italian Sausage

This was fun ~ my first time stuffing sausage casings.  You definitely have to have patience with this (which I generally have little of).  But I was determined to do this.  If you are a first-timer, watch a YouTube video to really get a good visual as to how to do this.  Also, ask your butcher ~ they...

Tomato-Dill Butter

This is so easy to make and gives so much flavor!  I didn’t have fresh dill in my fridge, so I used dried; however, this would be great with fresh herbs (of your choosing).  This butter would be great to finish off cooked fish, chicken, veggies or a grilled steak. 1 stick butter (organic &...