Standing on the shoulders of greatness is never a bad idea. Especially when greatness is as hardworking, benevolent and just plain woke as Chef Jose Andres. Also, Chef Andres is very tall. So in the literal standing on shoulder sense, you'd surely tower above others. And his simple yet … [Read more...]
Homemade Mayonnaise Recipe Video
**WATCH THE VIDEO!** Sure, you can buy a good jar of mayo just about anywhere. And making Homemade Mayonnaise might seem like as big a waste of time as... auditioning for a reality singing competition. Or binge watching Keeping Up with the Kardashians. Or trying to hack your neighbor's … [Read more...]
Chicken Noodle Soup Recipe
**WATCH THE VIDEO!** This Classic Chicken Noodle Soup is the soup you need, when you need soup. A hint of garlic and lemon freshen up this childhood favorite. Not feeling so hot? Mending a broken heart? Didn't win Powerball? Watch the video. Ingredients for Chicken Noodle Soup: 1/2 … [Read more...]
Surf N’ Turf Egg Rolls Video
WATCH THE VIDEO! We have a saying amongst our friends. "I'm keeping the dream alive." It is usually said more during holidays... when we are feeling nostalgic. When we want to slow down and savor the company, the memories, the good time at hand. Well, the Surf N' Turf Egg Roll is the … [Read more...]
Surf N’ Turf Egg Rolls Recipe
WATCH THE VIDEO! I am the last person that would suggest you make a beautiful Surf N' Turf meal from scratch for these Egg Rolls. This is an ideal use of leftovers from the crown jewel of celebration meals. If you happen to have leftovers that is! Ingredients for Surf N' Turf Egg … [Read more...]
Creamy Parmesan Potatoes w/ Spicy Shrimp Video
WATCH THE VIDEO! It's been a long, hard week. Can I get a T.G.I.F.? Do you really feel like waiting for a table? How about the pressure of "adding a soup or salad for a few bucks more?" Even worse... what about the temptation of the triple chocolate disaster dessert big enough to feed … [Read more...]
Creamy Parmesan Potatoes w/ Spicy Shrimp Recipe
WATCH THE VIDEO! Enjoy a restaurant quality meal like Creamy Parmesan Potatoes with Spicy Shrimp in the comfort of your own home! It's easier than you might think and there's no waiting for a table. Ingredients for Creamy Parmesan Potatoes: 4 cups chopped Klondike Goldust Potatoes (about 1 … [Read more...]
How to Make Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Video
WATCH THE VIDEO! In California, Ranch Dressing is a bit of an obsession. A burger and fries just ins't complete without a side of Ranch for dipping. When I worked at a Chili's in college, I thought I would write a book about my time as a food server/bartender and call it, "Life with a Side of … [Read more...]
Buttermilk Ranch Dressing Recipe
WATCH THE VIDEO! This isn't designed to be a copy-cat of Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing. Reading this article helped demystify homemade Ranch Dressing. And as always, watching my boy Chef John never hurts either. Enjoy! Ingredients for Buttermilk Ranch Dressing: 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/2 … [Read more...]
How to Make Potato Wontons Video
WATCH THE VIDEO! You don't need to be an origami master to make Potato Wontons! It turns out, a triangle is a completely acceptable wonton shape! Let's fold! Don't miss a video... SUBSCRIBE TO MY CHANNEL ON YOUTUBE! Get the Potato Wontons Recipe as seen in the video. For more … [Read more...]
Potato Wontons Recipe
WATCH THE VIDEO! What could be better than wontons with an Idaho Potato twist? How about finding out you don't need to be an origami master to make them? Ingredients for Potato Wontons Filling: 2 medium Idaho Russet Potatoes 1 cup chopped mushrooms 1/3 cup diced onion 1/4 cup diced sweet … [Read more...]
How to Make California Fried Rice Video
WATCH THE VIDEO! Do you remember Huell Howser? He had a show on KCET forever... and unfortunately he passed away not too long ago. I loved everything about Huell's show. His relaxed demeanor, the twang in his voice and especially his interview style. I actually saw him in person once when we … [Read more...]
