Fresh Garden Salsa

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10 Roma tomatoes, stems removed red onion (3/4 of a large or one whole medium), cut into large chunks One small bunch of cilantro, STEMS removed juice of one lemon juice of 3 limes One poblano one jalapeno 3 cloves of garlic, rough chopped one teaspoon fresh oregano chopped salt

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Food and Cooking Seafood

Soy Agave Garlic Salmon

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1.5 lb Salmon6 Tbsp Soy Sauce6 Tbsp Agave3 cloves Garlic, minced1/2 in Ginger, grated (or 1 teaspoon ginger powder)1/2 Tbsp Sesame oilJuice of 1/2 LimeToasted Sesame Seeds (for garnish)2 Scallions, whites and greens thinly sliced (for garnish) This was a quickly thrown together recipe with whatever I had in the fridge that turned out so […]

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Food and Cooking Seafood

Shrimp Fried Rice – Wok

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15-20 shrimp, peeled and deveined (3/4-1lb) 4 cups, day old white rice 3 eggs 1/2 sweet onion, rough chopped 4 cloves garlic, minced / finely chopped 3 scallions, whites sliced thin, greens thinly chopped, separated 1 carrot, finely chopped 1/4 red bell pepper, medium chopped Cilantro, chopped Sesame seed oil Canola or other neutral oil […]

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Sweet and Spicy Shrimp

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1 cup apricot preservesJuice from 2 limes1 habanero2 Tbsp soy sauce2 Garlic cloves – finely grated1 tsp grated fresh Ginger2 lb extra-large Shrimp (peeled and deveined)Canola oil Make Some SauceIn a small bowl, mix together the apricot preserves, lime juice, habanero, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger. Transfer half the sauce to a large Ziploc bag […]

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Jamaican Jerk Pork Loin

Dan

Rub2 cups coarsely chopped green onions½ cup coarsely chopped onion2 tablespoons white vinegar1 tablespoon soy sauce1 tablespoon vegetable oil2 teaspoons kosher salt2 teaspoons fresh thyme2 teaspoons brown sugar2 teaspoons chopped peeled fresh ginger1 teaspoon ground allspice¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg¼ teaspoon black pepper⅛ teaspoon ground cinnamon2 garlic cloves, minced1 to 4 Scotch bonnet or habanero peppers, […]

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Beef Food and Cooking Tailgate Meals

Smash Burgers

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4 lbs 80/20 ground beef3 sweet onions (sliced paper thin)cheddar and pepper jack cheese (thick sliced)smash burger sauce (see below)smash burger seasoning (see below)worcestershire saucebutter or canola oil16 hamburger bunsburger toppings (pickles, sliced banana or jalapeno peppers, etc) Smash BurgersAdd worchestershire sauce to the hamburger and form the burger into approx 1/4 lb balls. Heat […]

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Food and Cooking Seafood Veggie

Shrimp and Kale

Dan

This makes either a single large launch portion or two smaller portions. Scale up as needed. 1/2 lb shrimp (20 count), peeled and deveined 6 kale leaves, washed, removed from steps, coarse chopped 3 Tbsp olive oil 3 large cloves of garlic, thinly sliced 2 tsp red pepper flakes Juice of 1/2 lemon Old bay […]

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Food and Cooking Seafood

Shrimp and Corn Salad

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1 lb Shrimp (shelled and deveined) 2 ears sweet corn, cut off the cob 1 small stock celery, small chopped 1/2 bell pepper, small chopped 1/2 small sweet onion, small chopped 2 cloves garlic, minced 1 scallion, thinly sliced 3-4 sprigs cilantro, chopped Old bay seasoning Veggie or Chicken stock (or water) 1/3 cup fresh […]

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Parsley dill sauce

Dan

Great with seafood, and simple to make. 1/4 mayo 1/4 yogurt 1/2 tsp dried dill weed 1 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley 1 scallion green, finely chopped 1 Tbsp lemon juice Black pepper to taste    Mix it all up in a small bowl, and serve. It’s that simple.

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Food and Cooking Seafood

Salmon Cakes

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1 lb salmon, skin removed, rough chopped 2 sleeves Ritz crackers, crushed 1 green bell pepper, small diced 1 med sweet onion, small diced 1 stalk celery, small diced 2 Tsbp fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard 2 eggs, lightly beaten Cajun seasoning Olive oil In a large skillet, […]

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Instant Pot Black Beans

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2 Cups Black Beans (dry)6 Cups Water1/2 White or Yellow Onion – Med Diced3 cloves Garlic – minced1 tsp Dark Chili Powder1tsp dry Oregano (or 2 tsp fresh, chopped)1 tsp Cumin2 tsp Kosher Salt (or 1 tsp of table salt)1/2 tsp Black Pepper (or to taste) Rinse the black beans in a colander. Pick out […]

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Texas Style Chili

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3lb beef roast or brisket 6 strips pepper bacon – chopped into approx 1/2 pcs20 roma tomatoes (from the garden!)- pealed and crushed (or 28 oz crushed tomatoes)1 sweet onion – rough chopped6 cloves garlic – minced3 poblano peppers – medium dice2 cup red kidney beans (sacrilege, I know!)1 cup black beans (in Texas chili?!? […]

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Simple Black Beans and Rice

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1 Onion, diced (white or sweet)2 Celery stalks, diced3 Garlic cloves, minced1 Cup Mixed Rice1 quart canned tomatoes (I used Romas from the garden, you can used any brand though)1 can black beans, drained1.5 cups “liquid” (I used the canning liquid from the tomatoes and some chicken stock. You could also use veggie stock, or […]

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Cilantro Lime Vinaigrette

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1 Large bunch Cilantro (stems cut off) (pack the food processor full)  3/4 Cup Olive Oil (EVVO) 1/4 Cup (4 Tbsp) White Vinegar Juice of 1 Lime 1 Shallot 2 Cloves Garlic Salt (to taste) Water (if needed) Use this on everything! Salads, veggies, chicken, fish, it’s good on all! Put the shallot and garlic in […]

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