Author: Kirk

BBQ Pork Dry Rub

Ingredients

  • 1/4 Cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/4 Cup Salt
  • 1/4 Cup Paprika
  • 2 Tbs Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 Tbs Jalapeno Powder
  • 2 Tbs Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tsp Cumin

Breakfast Tots and Gravy Scramble

Ingredients

  • Sausage Gravy
  • 1 Package Tater Tots
  • 1 Medium White Onion – Diced
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper – Diced
  • 10 Eggs
  • Salt
  • Ground Black Pepper
  • Shredded Cheese (your choice)

Directions

  1. Cook the tater tots according to the package instructions but it’s best if the tater tots are well done and crispy. If using the oven, add the diced onions and peppers.
  2. If you are not using an oven, sauté the onions and peppers in a sauté pan over medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes. You will need two sauté pans or pans for this recipe.
  3. If cooking separately, remove the onions and peppers from the sauté pan, place in a bowl, and set them aside while you finish cooking the rest of the ingredients.
  4. While the tots cook, make the sausage gravy in a large sauté pan or cast iron skillet.
  5. While the sausage gravy simmers to tighten to your desired thickness, beat the 10 eggs well in a medium bowl.
  6. Add 2 tablespoons of butter to the sauté pan over medium-low heat. Once melted, add the eggs and cook.
  7. Using a spatula, slowly moved the egg mixture around as it cooks, about every 20 seconds.
  8. Continue to move the eggs until they are scrambled to your desired doneness. Remove from heat.
  9. Season the eggs with salt and black pepper.
  10. To serve, start with a serving of tater tots, onions, and green peppers in a large bowl or plate, or if you cooked them separately, add some of the sautéed onions and green peppers to the tater tots. Top with a large ladle of the sausage gravy, then add the scrambled eggs. To finish, add shredded cheese, freshly ground black pepper, and other items like hot sauce, salsa, etc. if you prefer.

Tirokafteri (Spicy Greek Feta Cheese Dip)

Ingredients

  • 20 Oz Feta Cheese
  • 12 Oz Fire Roasted Peppers – Drained
  • 3 Tbs Plain Greek Yogurt
  • 1 Tbs White Wine Vinegar
  • 1 Tsp Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 Tsp Cayenne
  • 1/8 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Cup Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients minus the olive oil in a food processor and puree for 1 to 2 minutes. Halfway through, scrape down the sides and continue to puree.
  2. Slowly add the olive oil and puree for another 1 to 2 minutes and somewhat smooth and creamy.
  3. Place in a serving container, cover, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour before serving.
  4. Serve with pita chips or your favorite crackers.

Grilled Cheese Pizza

Ingredients

  • Garlic Butter Spread or just plain butter
  • 12 Slices White Bread
  • Marinara or Pizza Sauce (or your favorite brand)
  • 6 Slices Provolone
  • 1 Package Pepperoni – Sliced
  • 2 Cups Mozzarella – Shredded

Directions

  1. Spread the garlic butter on one side of each slice of bread.
  2. On the opposite side of each slice of bread, spread 1 to 1 1/2 Tbs (2 spoon fulls) of marinara or pizza sauce.
  3. To assemble the grilled cheese pizza, take on piece of bread butter side down, top the sauce with a slice of provolone, 6 to 9 slices of pepperoni, shredded mozzarella, and top with another slice of bread, this time butter side up.
  4. On a greased pan over medium-low heat, toast your sandwich for3 to 5 minutes. Continue to check the under side of the sandwich to ensure that it does not burn.
  5. Once the under side is toasted to your liking, flip the sandwich and toast for another 2 to 4 minutes. Again, continue to check the under side of the sandwich to ensure that it does not burn.
  6. Remove the sandwich from the pan and let rest for 2 to 4 minutes before slicing. You can serve it with a warm side of marinara or pizza sauce if you would like.

Cocktail Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup Ketchup
  • 1/2 Cup Heinz Chili Sauce
  • 1/2 Lemon – Juiced
  • 3 Tbs Horseradish
  • Dash of Worcestershire

Directions

  1. Combine all of the ingredients and mix well. Refrigerate at least an hour before serving.

Sloppy Gia

Ingredients

  • 1 Lb Ground Chicken
  • 1 1/2 Cup Marinara (or brand of your choice)
  • 1 Cup White Onion – Diced
  • 2 Tbs Tomato Paste
  • 1/4 Cup Parmesan – Grated
  • 1 Tbs Garlic – Minced
  • 1 Tbs Italian Seasoning
  • 2 Tbs Fresh Basil – Chopped
  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 6 Brioche Buns
  • Garlic Butter
  • Mozzarella – Shredded

Directions

  1. Pre-heat your oven to high broil.
  2. In a medium sauté pan, heat 1 Tbs of oil over medium heat.
  3. Place the chicken in the sauté pan, add the italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  4. While the chicken is cooking, break it into small pieces, add the onions and garlic, and cook through, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  5. Add the tomato paste and mix, cooking for another 2 to 3 minutes.
  6. Stir in the marinara, fresh basil, and parmesan. Bring to a simmer for about 2 to 4 minutes.
  7. While the mixture simmers, top both sides of the brioche buns with a spread of garlic butter and place them butter side up on an aluminum foil lined baking pan.
  8. Place in the oven on broil about 6 inches below the broiler, around the second tallest oven rack and toast the buns, about 2 to 4 minutes.
  9. Keep an eye on the buns to ensure they do not burn.
  10. Assemble your Sloppy Gia (think sloppy joe chicken parmesan style) by placing the cooked chicken mixture on the bottom of the bun, top with shredded mozzarella, and enjoy!

Sloppy Alice

Ingredients

  • 1 Lb Ground Chicken
  • 10 Bacon Strips
  • 2 Cups Button Mushrooms – Chopped
  • 2 Cup Shredded Jack Cheese
  • 1 Cup Honey Mustard
  • 2 Tbs Ketchup

Chicken Seasoning

  • 1/2 Tsp Salt
  • 1/2 Tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Dried Parsley
  • 1/4 Tsp Ground Garlic
  • 1/4 Tsp Ground Onion

Sandwich

  • 6 Potato Hamburger Buns

Directions

  1. Pre-heat your oven to 400 degrees (f).
  2. In an aluminum lined baking sheet, bake the 10 strips (or more) of bacon for 16 minutes or more to your desired doneness.
  3. Remove the bacon and place them on paper towels to drain the grease.
  4. Take 6 strips of the bacon, chop them up, and set aside. Take the other 4 strips and chop them into small pieces separately.
  5. In a medium sauté pan, heat 1 Tbs of oil over medium heat.
  6. Place the chicken to the sauté pan, add the seasonings to your ground chicken and break the chicken up into small pieces (like taco meat) while it cooks.
  7. While the chicken is cooking, add the mushrooms, and cook the chicken through, about 7 to 10 minutes.
  8. Once the chicken and mushrooms are cooked through, add the honey mustard, ketchup, 1/2 Cup of the cheese, and 4 chopped strips of bacon.
  9. Remove from the heat and stir to combine to melt the cheese.
  10. Once everything is combined and melted, toast your buns.
  11. Assemble your Sloppy Alice. Place a layer of the chicken, top with pieces from the other 6 strips of chopped bacon and remaining cheese.
  12. Serve and enjoy!

NOTE: You can always add or subtract the amount of bacon and honey mustard!!

Sloppy Phil

Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Beef
  • Philly Cheesesteak Seasoning
  • 1/3 Cup Onions – Diced
  • 1/3 Cup Green Bell Pepper – Diced
  • 1/2 Cup Mushrooms – Diced
  • 1/2 Cup Beef Broth
  • 1 Tbs Ketchup
  • 1 Tbs Worcestershire
  • 8 oz Provolone – Shredded or Chopped
  • 6 Potato Hamburger Buns

Directions

  1. In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbs of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  2. Add the onions, bell pepper, mushrooms, and seasoning. Sauté until the vegetables are tender, about 7 to 9 minutes.
  3. Add the beef broth, ketchup, and Worcestershire and simmer for over medium heat for 5 minutes.
  4. Add the cheese and remove the skillet from the heat. Stir in the cheese until melted and smooth. Taste for salt level and add more if desired.
  5. Toast your buns.
  6. Serve and enjoy.

Fried Pickle Dipping Sauce

Ingredients

  • 1/2 Cup May
  • 1 Tbs Ketchup
  • 1 Tbs Horsedradish
  • 1 Tsp Louisiana Hot Sauce
  • 1 Tsp Cajun Seasoning
  • 1/8 Tsp Ground Black Pepper

Directions

  1. Place all ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Cover and chill in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 hours before use.
  2. Serve with fried pickles or pickle eggrolls.