Category Archives: Main Dish

Food Truck Review: Stick It!

Posted on April 14, 2012 by Sergio

I don’t have a whole lot of time these days, but when I have some free, oh you better believe I am using it.  The girlfriend and I parked at my local watering hole, and we both began to get … Continue reading →

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One and Done: Quick and Easy Pork Stir-Fry

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Sergio

I hate to make recipes out of Asian cookbooks. There are a laundry list of ingredients and in proportions that are incomprehensible to the average home cook. I saw this as a challenge, and I took to it thinking of the original pound … Continue reading →

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Simple Risotto with Sausage and Peppers

Posted on January 20, 2012 by Sergio

People are often afraid of risotto, when it is so easy to make.  I used to teach classes on the subject in my old life, and the students were amazed at the simplicity.  Risotto is the best dish to use up leftover … Continue reading →

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Bolognese (‘Cause I was Bored)

Posted on January 14, 2012 by Sergio

Feel free to use this as a lasagna filling as well. Pene or Rigatoni will work as well, if not better, but the fettucini that we used is the traditional pasta for this dish. Ingredients Kosher salt Fresh ground black … Continue reading →

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Meat Loaf You Can Be Proud Of

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Sergio

A former mentor of mine once said, “Meatloaf is the American version of Pate.” I always think of this when I see meatloaf because it is so true. Meatloaf is one of those dishes that is an emotional food for … Continue reading →

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Chili- The Perfect Food for Your Hangover

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Sergio

What is better on a cold winters night than chili? What am I saying? I am from Houston, and it is only cold for about 3 days a year. This is just plain good chili. Garnish with whatever you want, … Continue reading →

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Easy Tomato Soup

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Sergio

This a favorite recipe of my Ex-wife, 2 former roommates, and the current girlfriend. It is so simple but so delicious. It is meant to serve two perfectly as a main dish or 4 as a side. Just double the … Continue reading →

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