I call this Saturday Cowboy Chili because I usually start this in the morning and let it cook for most of the day to tenderize the meat. After all, this is chili con carne, meaning chili with meat. I … [more]

Pepper and fruit has always had a great relationship, just like chilled pear pepper soup . The pungency of the pepper and the sweetness of the fruit is a unique blance. I ran across this in my old … [more]

Want something a little different for celebrations? I always liked the combination of raspberries and champagne. Don’t forget the chocolate! [more]

Sweet and sour mix is a blend of lemon juice and syrup. It is available at most liquor stores as Daily’s®, Mr & Mrs T®, and Rose’s®. This recipe makes about a 1 pint. [more]

This is a signature drink at the famous Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. [more]

This is a popular drink to start almost any occassion. [more]

There is nothing like a good mojito. A wonderful drink anytime fresh mint is available. [more]

I saw a conversation in the GreatGrub cafe asking about this, and asked a chef friend if he had a recipe. He fowarded me this recipe. [more]

This simple soup brings out the true character of the squash. The cream gives it a luxurious palate, but if cream isn’t your thing, it can be omitted for a more rustic texture. This serves … [more]

Here is a great way to cook a rack of lamb. The sweetness of the sugar and vinegar compliment the nuttiness and slight heat of peppercorns. [more]