Cooking Classics The Technique Smoked Chicken One of the most straightforward items to prepare is smoked chicken. Only minimal preparations are required & once the Classic Barbecue Seasoning has been made, it’s just a matter of building & maintaining the fire at the proper temperature for the duration of cooking. The two most important pieces of […]
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Cooking Classics: Sweet Chili-Lime Ribs
Cooking Classics The Technique Sweet Chili-Lime Ribs Sweet Chili-Lime Ribs offer a traditional flavor we’ve all come to love when it comes to smoky, authentic barbecue. A little fresh citrus & a custom dry rub using many pantry staples have the ribs ready for the cooking grate quickly. The two most important factors needed to […]

Cooking Classics: Cheeseburgers
Cooking Classics The Technique Cheeseburgers The basic anatomy of a cheeseburger depends so much upon the type of ground beef used, how the patties are formed, how the meat is seasoned, how it’s cooked & the traditional toppings that are layered over a homemade bun. Since the cheese may be changed each time they are crafted, […]

Cooking Classics: Creole Potato Salad
Cooking Classics The Technique Creole Potato Salad Creole Potato Salad is a classic combination of flavors that pairs well with traditional barbecue or a smoky bowl of Chicken & Sausage Gumbo. The later, an iconic Louisiana combination, is popular during the cooler months but may certainly be enjoyed anytime. Russet potatoes are boiled whole which offers a […]

Cooking Classics: Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad
Cooking Classics The Technique Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad Potato salad never goes out of style when it comes to southern-style entertaining. Bacon-Ranch Potato Salad is a wonderful addition to grilled steaks, chicken kabobs & tempting barbecue. Potatoes from a 5-pound bag provide a good size when boiling them whole. Expect to use about 4 to 5 when preparing the […]

Cooking Classics: Potato Salad
Cooking Classics The Technique Potato Salad Exceptional side dishes should never be overlooked when summer entertaining is in order. Knowing how to prepare a really good potato salad is easier than you may think & it pairs beautifully with smoked ribs, grilled chicken skewers, steak sandwiches & fried chicken. To complete the menu, consider other traditional […]
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Welcome! I’ve been expecting you… February 13, 2013
- The Buttermilk Lipstick Playlist ▿
- Nina Simone – Feeling Good
- Handel’s Messiah – Hallelujah Chorus
- Etta James – Sometimes I Get A Good Feeling
- Billie Holiday – All Or Nothing At All
- Ray Charles – Come Rain Or Shine
- Julie London – Warm In December
- Ella Fitzgerald – It Don’t Mean A Thing
- Etta James – A Sunday Kind Of Love
- Ray Charles – I Got A Woman
- Van Morrison – Jackie Wilson Said
- Van Morrison – Wild Night
- Harry Connick Jr – Recipe For Love
- Wilson Pickett – Bring It On Home
- Sam Cooke – Tennessee Waltz
- Julie London – Sway
- Sarah Vaughan – Whatever Lola Wants
- Nina Simone – I Put A Spell On You
- Rosemary Clooney – Come On-A My House
- Ella Fitzgerald – How High The Moon
- Etta James – Tell Mama
- Julie Andrews – My Favorite Things
- Lynryd Skynyrd – Sweet Home Alabama
- Perez Prado – Mambo No. 5
- Ray Charles – Night Time Is The Right Time
- Van Morrison – Sweet Thing