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If you are currently on the hunt for that perfect cocktail for Memorial Day weekend, stop here. I’ve got one for you. This Red Michelada comes from one of my new favorite Mexican hot spots, Puesto. The most basic micheladas … Continue reading → Related posts: Roasted Jalapeno Blackberry Margarita The Bacon Bloody Mexican Braised Beef Tacos
I've got three new Paleo recipes for you: Citrus Avocado Dip, Coconut Yogurt, Chorizo Meatloaf. Continue reading → Related posts: Paleo Recipes: Week of February 18 Paleo Recipes: Week of March 18 Paleo Recipes: Week of March 4
Smoky, succulent pulled pork is encased in corn masa, then steamed until light and tender. Accompanying the tamal is a corn salsa spiked with red onion, serrano chile and chopped cilantro. Continue reading → Related posts: Roasted Pineapple Tamales with Riesling Poached Raisins Slow Cooker Pulled Pork Pear Salsa
Imagine a stack of pancakes that's been doused with warm butter and maple syrup, then topped with a melty, toasted marshmallow. That's what this tastes like. Continue reading → Related posts: Fig, Pistachio, Olive Oil Cupcakes Rhubarb Cupcakes Spiced Molasses Cookies with Creamy Vanilla Frosting [Giveaway]
Quick and easy, Homemade Olive Oil Mayonnaise comes together in under two minutes. Continue reading → Related posts: Roasted Chicken Sandwich with Fennel Mustard $100 Giveaway and Olive Oil Tuna Spread The BEST Tartar Sauce
Freshly popped corn is tossed with marcona almonds, crispy bacon, smoked sea salt and cayenne pepper, then drowned in a rich, deeply-hued caramel. Continue reading → Related posts: Ginger Cake with Salted Caramel Sauce Salted Caramel Pots de Creme Maple Bacon S’mores
Made with just three ingredients, this marmalade has an intense sweetness balanced by bitter slices of citrus peel. Continue reading → Related posts: Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake Bittersweet Blood Orange Salad Blood Orange Frozen Yogurt
Here's a simple process for grinding meat at home that only requires a freezer and a food processor! Continue reading → Related posts: Roast Chicken with Lemon Paleo Recipes: Week of March 18 Marinated Skirt Steak
I've got three new Paleo recipes for you: Flank Steak Salad, Chicken Larb, and Green Soup. Continue reading → Related posts: Paleo Recipes: Week of February 18 Paleo Recipes: Week of March 4 Brandon’s 2011 Top Picks
Crisp and tangy, Crème Fraîche is a decadent treat that can be made with just 2 ingredients and minimal effort. Continue reading → Related posts: Salted Caramel Pots de Creme Chocolate Pistachio Pots de Creme Red Velvet Pancakes
I've got three new Paleo recipes for you: Open-Faced Frittata, Banana Smoothie with Nuts and Seeds, Date and Almond Balls. Continue reading → Related posts: Paleo Recipes: Week of February 18 Spiced Oatmeal Smoothie Mixed Berry and Candy Beet Smoothie
Golden rounds of orange and cardamom scented pastry are drizzled with glaze made of orange juice, confectioners' sugar and freshly ground cardamom seed. Continue reading → Related posts: Nutella Scones Blood Orange Olive Oil Cake Cardamom Vanilla Panna Cotta
A summary of my first week on the Paleo Diet plus three recipes: Date Creamer, Curried Chicken Soup, and Chopped Romaine with Pickled Vegetables, Toasted Pine Nuts and Cilantro Green Garlic Vinaigrette. Continue reading → Related posts: Roasted Chicken Sandwich with Fennel Mustard Brandon’s 2010 Top Picks Slow Cooker Mole with Grilled Chicken
Studded with flecks of stewed rhubarb, these ginger-scented cakes are topped with vibrant rhubarb-lemon buttercream frosting. Continue reading → Related posts: Fig, Pistachio, Olive Oil Cupcakes Julia’s Lemon Bars Pumpkin Whoopie Pies
A review of Brian Malarkey's Gingham plus a recipe for Fried Brussels Sprouts. Continue reading → Related posts: Golden Brussels Sprouts Brussels Spouts with Bacon and Miso-Mustard Brussels Sprout and Caramelized Shallot Gratin
Cereal milk is flavored with sugar and vanilla, then spiked with a smoky bourbon. Sweet and smooth, this cocktail is dangerous. Continue reading → Related posts: Strawberry Bourbon Ice Cream and a 2 Year Anniversary Gingerbread and Trappist Ale Ice Cream Strawberry Infused Bourbon
Topped with a cool dollop of flavored fluff, this silky chocolate custard is a perfect dessert for a special home cooked dinner. Particularly, Valentine’s Day. Continue reading → Related posts: Cardamom Vanilla Panna Cotta Dark Chocolate Chile Ice Cream Chocolate Pistachio Pots de Creme
Fragrant chunks of crisp, Bartlett pear are tossed with sweet red onion, fiery bits of serrano chile, fresh mint and verdant cilantro. Continue reading → Related posts: Pear Carpaccio Cornmeal Crusted Fish Tacos with Rhubarb Salsa Roasted Beets with Red Onion, Poblano and Lime
Consistently delicious, this Slow Cooker Pulled Pork is succulent, smokey and unbelievably tender. The best part? It's so easy. Continue reading → Related posts: Yucatan-Style Slow-Roasted Pork [Video] Slow Cooker Mole with Grilled Chicken Mexican Braised Beef Tacos
Crisp slices of red onion are marinated in a mixture of citrus juice, white wine vinegar, salt, pepper and allspice until tart and tender. Charred jalapeño and bay leaves are added to the mix to bump up the savory spice factor. Continue reading → Related posts: Pickled Carrots with Dill and Serrano Cornmeal Crusted Fish Tacos with Rhubarb Salsa Pickled Strawberry Jam
Miniature macaroni shells are cooked in water that's been infused with the flavors of Jack and Gruyère cheese. The mac and cheese is then finished with a silky cauliflower puree. Continue reading → Related posts: Ricotta Cheese Gnocchi with Mushroom Sauce Goat Cheese Ice Cream with Fried Bread Crumbs and Balsamic Strawberries Slow Cooker Mole with Grilled Chicken
Peppery arugula is blended with orange juice, pine nuts, yogurt, ginger and fresh pear. The finished smoothie is light, bright and packed with flavor. Continue reading → Related posts: Spiced Oatmeal Smoothie Mixed Berry and Candy Beet Smoothie Arugula Mojito
My top 10 recipes from 2012. Continue reading → Related posts: Brandon’s 2011 Top Picks Brandon’s 2010 Top Picks Spiced Oatmeal Smoothie
Made with earthy whole wheat flour, rich dark brown sugar, and chunks of bittersweet chocolate, this skillet cookie is sweet, nutty and wonderfully complex. Continue reading → Related posts: Brooksters [Brownie + Cookie] Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Whole Wheat Brown Butter Shortbread Cookies
Halved sprouts are sauteed in bacon fat until tender and deeply caramelized. Finished with Parmesan cheese and cripsy bacon, these flavorful little nuggets are served with a bright miso-mustard. Continue reading → Related posts: Golden Brussels Sprouts Brussels Sprout and Caramelized Shallot Gratin Roasted Chicken Sandwich with Fennel Mustard
Halved sprouts are sauteed in bacon fat until tender and deeply caramelized. Finished with Parmesan cheese and crispy bacon, these flavorful little nuggets are served with a bright miso-mustard. Continue reading → Related posts: Golden Brussels Sprouts Brussels Sprout and Caramelized Shallot Gratin Roasted Chicken Sandwich with Fennel Mustard
Made with just 5 ingredients, 5-Minute Chocolate Peppermint Mousse is a rich dessert with melt-in-your-mouth consistency. Continue reading → Related posts: Dark Chocolate Chile Ice Cream Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies Smoked Chocolate and Tequila Ice Cream
Made with just 5 ingredients, 5-Minute Chocolate Peppermint Mousse is a rich dessert with melt-in-your-mouth consistency. Continue reading → Related posts: Dark Chocolate Chile Ice Cream Chocolate Pistachio Pots de Creme Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookies
Tender butternut squash is steeped in vodka until fragrant. The infusion vodka is then sweetened with a homemade syrup spiced with cinnamon, clove, black pepper, fennel and star anise. Continue reading → Related posts: Roasted Butternut Squash with Sweet Spices, Chile and Lime Ginger Liqueur Red Quinoa and Roasted Acorn Squash Salad
Fragrant quince are poached in lemon, vanilla, cardamom and ginger until tender and creamy. Enjoy over ice cream or with yogurt and granola. Continue reading → Related posts: Spiced Poached Peaches Roasted Pineapple Tamales with Riesling Poached Raisins Gingerbread and Trappist Ale Ice Cream
Topped with smokey bacon and salty-sour kimchi, this pizza is bold, fragrant and packed with mouth-watering flavor. After just one bite, you won't be able to stop eating (I know I couldn't!). Continue reading → Related posts: Shaved Asparagus and Bacon Pizza Skillet Pizza Bolognese Sauce
