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Kick Ass 4th of July Menu

Kick Ass 4th of July Menu

June 25, 2010  |  Misc, Tips  |  5 Comments  |  Print Recipe

When I think of the 4th of July I automatically think of three things, fireworks of course, hamburgers and hot dogs. All three are very iconic of the holiday celebrating the birth of our nation and of America itself. All thing considered I wanted to offer a truly kick ass 4th of July that featured classic summer cookout fare with my own twist. Being the cooking fanatic that I am, I wanted to create new and even better twist on iconic dishes for this menu but

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The OMG Burger!

The OMG Burger!

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Top 10 Reasons to Fire Up Your Grill This Weekend

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Maybe you are already well into BBQ season and have been grilling for several weeks, but like most you probably still have your trusty Weber

Secret Weapon Ingredients

Secret Weapon Ingredients

03/22/2010  |  8 Comments

When I first became interested in cooking I would simply find a recipe that I liked and then follow it. Nothing wrong with that but

Super Bowl Party Food

Super Bowl Party Food

02/03/2010  |  14 Comments

Pigs have finally sprouted wings and began to fly and hell has frozen solid. My New Orleans Saints are in the Super Bowl. Win or lose,

Homemade Beef Stock

Homemade Beef Stock

12/13/2009  |  8 Comments

Have you ever had a fairly simple dish at a high end restaurant and wondered how they were able to add so much complexity and

Tips For Planning Your Thanksgiving Day Feast

Tips For Planning Your Thanksgiving Day Feast

11/18/2009  |  10 Comments

Thanksgiving can be the most stressful day of the year for those of us who are called upon to cook. That's because we want everything

Chili Pepper Scoville Rankings

Chili Pepper Scoville Rankings

09/14/2009  |  3 Comments

Once upon a time there was a mad scientist that went by the name of Wilbur Scoville who would lurk about in the deep dark

Throw a Tapas Party!

Throw a Tapas Party!

08/17/2009  |  4 Comments

The wife and I hosted a “Tapas” party for a few guest this past weekend. Although I was in the kitchen for most of the

Burger Basics

Burger Basics

06/18/2009  |  2 Comments

Father’s day is only days away and many people who may not be comfortable behind a grill will attempt to make the ever popular Father’s

Ham It Up This Easter

Ham It Up This Easter

04/05/2009  |  No Comments

Easter, like most holidays, brings traditions that extend into the celebratory meal. While many people cherish those traditions and would never consider deviation, others may