This is not “traditional” bangers and mash. And in truth, it’s not meant to be. Not because I don’t love the traditional version, it’s just because I happen to pick up a great deal on Jalapeno Cheddar sausage from the butcher and figured, what the hell? Why not, right? How […]
Grocery prices have gone through the roof! All kinds of excuses, from bad weather, no water to high gas prices. Whatever the reason, it’s getting harder and harder to keep meals affordable. One good way is to use meats that maybe you might not think of. Turkey legs are regularly […]
I regularly find pork loin on sale at my local discount grocery store. Usually, I have to buy two loins, but for 2.99 a lb, I’ll gladly oblige. Know what I mean? It’s completely worth it, right? Loin is that special, tender meat that almost everyone loves. However, it can […]
I love pork. The flavor, the tenderness, the price. It’s just my favorite. But! Sometimes, chuck roast or London broil is on sale and I just have to buy it. So, I figured, why not cook it slow and steady, just like my pork. Not only does it make dinner […]
I see Shepard’s Pie on every menu at every pub we frequent and can’t figure out why they want to charge me $12. I will say, pub servings probably have over 4,000 calories and could feed 2 or 3 people, but really, it’s just beef, carrot and potato casserole, right? […]
It’s that time of year. Food, food and more food. Which means leftovers galore! Which also can mean, waste. But not this year! At least not for those leftover mashed potatoes. Those bad boys make an awesome breakfast side, appetizer or even a main dish. That’s right! Potato cakes! Give […]