My Fall / Winter Favorites
A few of my family favorites, some I love to prepare, and all that I love to share!
Stuffed Shells
This is one of the greatest comfort food dishes of all time. Just typing this makes me happy. As is often the case, I had a fabulous meal in a restaurant and couldn’t wait to get home to try to recreate it. Jeanie and I were vacationing in Aspen Colorado. We had...
Homemade Sweet Corn Relish
The smell of vinegar simmering in the kitchen can be overpowering for some, but the aroma transported me back to my youth. A time when many people had backyard gardens and faithfully put up a cupboard full of summer fruits and vegetables. I suppose this in homage to...
I Couldn’t Stand Still and Do Nothing
Here we are. Early September. Within a week or so, our area's magnificent sweet corn will reach the end of the road. You can see the end of the field. I wish the season were longer, or forever for that matter, but it is-what it is. One must make hay when the sun...
Sweet Corn & Zucchini Chowder
Yes, with the season coming to an end, I am binging on corn. I froze some, I canned some, pickled some and made chowder with some. We are meat eaters around here, but this soup is wonderful without it. This is also a great way to handle your neighbor. You know, the...
The Change
There is no getting around it. As I look at the calendar, I can see Labor Day weekend dead ahead.For most, it’s another opportunity for a long holiday weekend filled with summer-like activities. Another romp in the surf, another bar-b-que, another road trip to a...
Grilled Hawaiian Chicken and Pineapple Salad
I hit the mother load at the Farmer’s Market and knew that a fresh, crisp salad would be on the menu after a few days of foodie over indulgence on Mackinac Island. The food in the restaurants is amazing, so it’s time to behave and get back on track. We all enjoy...
Italian Beef Braciole
I have been infatuated with this dish ever since I saw the whole family mow through a platter of it on an episode of HBO’s “The Sopranos” years ago. Tony liked to eat and he attacked his meal as he would a ruthless adversary. It looked so good that I had to try it....
Stuffed Pork Tenderloins
Another family favorite. Don’t be scared off by the steps involved. It is so worth it. You don’t have to be a butcher to butterfly and tie the T-loins. The first attempt may take a little time but after that, you’ll have it down! Here is what you’ll need:Pork...
The Great Banana Explosion
Anyone who has spent any time at all in the kitchen has had a disaster or two along the way.I’ve certainly had my share over the years but every time, I learn something that helps me improve. I will happily share my screw-ups here so that you may avoid the mistakes...
Mushroom Risotto
I had only made Risotto a few times because all the TV Chefs who made it, were slaves to the stove until it was finished. (Don’t answer the door or your phone!) It seems like I always have so many last minute things to get ready so I never really got into it. That...
Hot & Cheesy Mexican Corn Dip
I have been making this dip for many years, and it always disappears. It’s one of Jeanie’s favorite things. If memory serves, I think I saw Emeril make something like this and over time I have adapted it to our tastes. Keep in mind that I’m usually cooking for a...
Italian Sausage Stuffed Zucchini Boats
The other day I was craving Italian food, and the first thing that always pops into your head is pasta. I’ve tried to cut back on the pasta a bit because I tend to gain 4 pounds overnight when I fill my face with it. I wondered how I could get that same...
Cookin' Shirts
After 45 years doing morning radio, it goes without saying that everything in our house is a “Bit.” I used to do a daily feature called “Here’s Another Stupid Bit” My family plays this game very well. Who among us hasn’t splattered olive oil or tomato sauce on...
Mongolian Beef with Cilantro Lime Rice and Deep Fried Crab Cheese Rangoon
At First, I was Afraid to go……But What A Trip! I didn’t have to pack any bags, buy a ticket, empty my pockets or take my shoes off. This trip was “Outside my comfort zone”. My Jeanie loves Chinese food. Her favorite is “Hunan.” She loves the Sesame Chicken, Sweet...
But Mom… It Followed Me Home!
It’s truly amazing how time changes everything in our lives. I remember when I bought my first boat. It was a beat-up little aluminum row boat. I walked away from the deal originally because the seller wanted $200 and I thought I could get it for $100. Eventually,...
Each Ending Brings a New Beginning
This has been a long time coming. I have made the decision to put a 45-year broadcasting career in the rear view mirror. I am incredibly grateful to the millions of listeners who have embraced me over those years as well as the courageous radio management people who...
Ten Steps
How odd they were. Laugh or cry? Not sure. In the early morning hours of Saturday, June 18th as I was preparing to leave for work I heard voices in the living room, I couldn’t imagine who could be up this early. I heard Jeanie’s loving tone and assumed that she...
July 7th, 2016
It’s July 7th. I can’t believe it. It was two years ago that I decided that today would be the launch date for my new venture. I have spent many years in another industry and decided I needed a change. I knew that I needed to follow my heart, and that is exactly...