While this isn't my most favorite dish, it is one of J's most favorite dishes and he's been searching for a good recipe for a while. He found this one from Big Oven ending the search. Extremely filling and comforting, with a few tweaks this is hands down the best Beef Stroganov recipe. Originally fearful … Continue reading Beef Stroganov
Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck Garlic Shrimp
The hardest part of returning to the mainland from Hawai'i is leaving behind the ocean, the views and the food. Luckily, a few of our favorite dishes aren't that difficult to recreate. Giovanni's Shrimp truck is legendary. It's in all the Oahu guide books and is worth the amazingly scenic drive. The menu is simple: … Continue reading Giovanni’s Shrimp Truck Garlic Shrimp
Ham and Bean Soup
This recipe is similar to the one served in the United States Senate. "Bean soup is on the menu in the Senate's restaurant every day. There are several stories about the origin of that mandate, but none has been corroborated," according to the Senate website devoted to the topic. It's super easy, very filling and … Continue reading Ham and Bean Soup
Super Simple Fried Chicken
#cookchat regulars will remember this from the chat earlier this summer. Since then, though, we've made a few tweaks and the recipe is as delicious as ever. (Full disclosure: this is one of J's specialties. I just help.) Super Simple Fried Chicken #cookchat regulars will remember this from the chat earlier this summer. Since then, … Continue reading Super Simple Fried Chicken