The Best Pan Fried Potatoes with Onions and Peppers
There is really nothing better than pan fried potatoes when they’re done right. Here’s why I love making them… First of all, they are awesome. They are crispy and loaded with flavor. I like dicing them up on the smaller side. This is really important. Keep reading and I’ll explain why. You don’t need any […]
How to Dice a Potato: Easy Way to Get Perfect Cubes
I was cooking breakfast for some people recently and one of them asked me, “Chuck, how do you get such nice little uniform pieces of potato when you make your home fries?” I said “I cut them like that”. I thought she was just teasing me. Then I realized she was serious. I decided to […]
Easy Recipe: Italian Meatballs With Ground Sausage
Every time I make a sausage meatball recipe, I always think to myself, “why don’t I make these more often?” Look, if you’re Italian like me, I’m sure you’re cursing under your breath reading this recipe right now. “Italian meatballs are made with ground pork, not sausage!” Traditionally, yes they are. But since ground sausage […]
Firecracker Salmon Rolls: Cheesecake Factory Style
About three years ago, I was starving when my brother in law asked if we wanted to order takeout from The Cheesecake Factory. I happily agreed; who wouldn’t? The Cheesecake Factory is home to all of my favorite appetizers that I’ve grown to know and love over the years. Deep fried mac and cheese balls, […]
How to Saute Spinach with Garlic, Raisins and Pine Nuts
For most people, I’m sure spinach isn’t something that gets them all pumped up and excited. Me on the other hand… I’m a little different. I’ve been waiting all week to show you guys how to saute spinach with garlic, raisins and pine nuts. I went to a pretty nice steakhouse with my youngest kid […]