Coffee Rubbed Steak Strips

Coffee Rubbed Steak Strips

The intoxicating smell and delicious taste of coffee is one of the miracles of this world. So, why limit its use to just that morning jolt? I’m a big fan of using coffee to enhance the chocolate flavor of a dessert or the savory goodness of an amazing steak. My family...
Beef with Snow Peas

Beef with Snow Peas

By changing the protein and/or the veggies, you can do just about anything with this recipe. Don’t like snow peas? Throw in some broccoli! Or how about a stir-fry with carrots, zucchini, and bok choy? Substitute chicken thighs or pork for the beef, and you can change...
Oregon Pork

Oregon Pork

I couldn’t resist a recipe salute to my home state of Oregon! The harmonious flavor combination of a nice Oregon Pinot Noir, toasted hazelnuts, and mushrooms is hard to beat. You can use any red wine you prefer, but a Willamette Valley Pinot Noir is a perfect addition...
Red Onion Balsamic Pork Bites

Red Onion Balsamic Pork Bites

Oh, balsamic vinegar, how I love thee! You can make anything taste great with a little bit of that delicious liquid. Plus, it reduces easily, so you look like a pro in the kitchen. Just add aromatics like garlic and rosemary, simmer them in balsamic vinegar and a...
Chili Lime Pork Medallions

Chili Lime Pork Medallions

This recipe is my personal favorite, not only because it cooks up in a jiffy in a single pan, but also because it looks and tastes like I put a lot of effort into it. Little does everyone know that it takes about 10 minutes to prep and another 5 or 6 minutes to cook!...