Dry rib rubs can make or break a barbecue meal. This recipe below is my favorite dry rub for baby back pork ribs. I love a dry rub because it is so flavorful and much easier to eat than traditional BBQ sauce. While I typically use this rub on baby back pork ribs, you can also use it on chicken breasts. The recipe below accommodates about 5-7 pounds of baby back pork ribs.
Mix in an airtight container for up to 8 weeks:
2 tablespoons pepper
2 tablespoons paprika
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 …

Osso Bucco is very hearty Italian dish from Milan that is traditionally made with veal. You can substitute veal for the beef short ribs in this recipe, but beef short ribs are a less expensive way to make this delicious dish. This Osso Bucco is delicious over rice or pasta and is a great way to impress your guests without being in the kitchen all evening.
Osso Bucco Recipe:
Preheat oven to 300 degrees. In a large, deep, skillet on medium to high heat, brown in batches:
2 tablespoons heated …

These “cigars” can be served as a meal or make a great appetizer. The chipotle peppers add just enough spice to make them so flavorful and exciting.
Preheat over to 400 degrees. In a large mixing bowl, combine:
1 package of ground chicken or turkey
2 scallions, chopped
2 garlic cloves
3 tablespoons chipotle flavored salsa
1 cup cheddar cheese
3 tablespoons cilantro
Once combined, place meat mixture into a pastry bag or large plastic baggie, cutting off the tip, so as to use as a pastry bag. For the next portion, you will …

This is a great dressing to serve along side any Mexican food or grilled meat. The cilantro leaves look so pretty in this orange colored dressing. You can even use it as a marinade for chicken, pork or fish.
Combine in a small bowl:
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 1/2 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons canola or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 teaspoon chilie powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Whisk together and pour over your favorite salad. Refrigerate unused dressing.
Makes about 1 cup

This is a great dish to serve along side fish (Watermelon Salsa Halibut) or any kind of Asian, Indian (Indian Chicken with Yogurt Sauce) or Thai food (Thai Shrimp) because the sweet complements any kind of spicy meat. It looks so pretty on the plate with the golden coconut and is very fast and easy to make.
In a small skillet, on low to medium heat, toast 1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut. Be careful not to burn it; as soon as the coconut starts to brown, reduce heat and …

This is a great variation on roasted potatoes and can be served with many Italian or Greek meals, instead of pasta. Plus it is so easy!
In a medium bowl, combine:
2 pounds of small red potatoes, quartered
6 minced garlic cloves
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon dried orgegano
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
Once potatoes are coated, add to a large, hot skillet and cook 2-3 minutes on high heat. Transfer to a 9×13 inch greased baking pan and cook for 30-35 minutes or until …

This is my all time favorite tuna recipe. Cooking the tuna over the thyme gives it a rich, smoky flavor. It is a great dish to serve at a dinner party because all the prep work can be done ahead of time. The key is to get good quality ahi tuna (fresh, sushi-grade). Other herbs can be swapped out for the thyme, such as rosemary or tarragon. Additionally, the tuna can be switched to chicken or pork chops as well.
Before preparing the tuna, soak 2 …