Not Your Mother's Taco

Spicy Shrimp with Cilantro Lime Slaw Taco

Shrimp;
We tossed our shrimp in cumin, chili powder, garlic powder and cayenne pepper. We then cooked them in a pan with olive oil.

The cilantro lime slaw was made with cabbage, mayo, fresh lime juice, fresh cilantro and salt and pepper. It was all served on a warm soft taco shell with a side of Michelob Ultra® Superior Light Beer.  

We were not compensated by Michelob Ultra® for this post.

George H. W. Bush Would Hate My Quiche

Quick and easy Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese Quiche.  My quick, go-to meal when I forget to plan a meal, or need to prepare a meal for a friend or family member.

  Eggs, cheese, broccoli, sauteed onions, cream, and salt and pepper poured into a homemade crust.

For the crust:

1) Mix salt and flour
2) Mix oil and VERY cold water with a whisk.
3) Pour oil mixture into the salt/flour, mix then press into your quiche pan.

For the quiche:

1) Onions, Broccoli, shredded cheddar cheese, eggs, cream, salt, pepper mixed well then poured into your crust.  Bake for approx 45 minutes at 350 degrees.

Fact:  President George H. W. Bush hates Broccoli

You can create your own filling with your favorite veggies and cheese, or maybe, a cheese and meat, or just all veggies for a Meatless Monday dish.  Yes, quiche and salad are perfect for those crazy weekend dinners.

Cheers!

Sooie, Here Pig!

 

 Grilled Diced Pork Chops with Diced Ham, Red Pepper, Yellow Pepper, Vidalia Onion and Pineapple.

Diced Pork Chops & Veg

We marinated the diced pork chops in teriyaki sauce with crushed red pepper flakes for 24 hours. 

To grill the chops and veggies and fruit, we used two BBQ mats to keep the seasoning and teriyaki sauce on the meat and veggies during the grilling process.

The veggies and diced ham were cooked in a BBQ Square Pan.

Pork 

We kept the BBQ mats on the grill for the entire cooking process. 

Here's the diced ham in the BBQ pan as well as the diced pork chops.

Mixed Pork & Veggies & Pineapple

Less than 15 minutes on the grill. 

The pork chops melt in your mouth:
            * Moist
            * Tender
            * Full of Flavor                                







Combine all ingredients into a pan or big bowl and serve with your favorite cocktail!

Pork chops, veggies and fruit were purchased at Aldi, the boneless ham was purchased at Acme®.

We were not compensated by Aldi or Acme for this post.

Caprese Salad with a Twist...

We enjoy a good, fresh salad during the Summer months.  One of our favorite salads would have to be the Caprese Salad with a side of Salami and a loaf of sesame seed Italian bread--once you start, you can't stop, so bring a few beers with you.

We can't wait to pick fresh tomatoes and basil from our garden (pictures to come) to use in a future Caprese Salads. The Buffalo Mozzarella and Hard Salami are always purchased from our local Acme® Market* in Maple Shade, NJ.

Layer fresh tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, hard salami with fresh basil and serve with bread for a perfect weekday or weekend salad--drizzle balsamic vinegar and olive oil and enjoy!

*We were not compensated by Acme Markets for this post.

So, a Chicken Walks into a Bar & Grill...

...all dressed up and ready for a beer!

We found a Perdue® Oven Stuffer® roaster on sale at our local Acme® Market and we couldn't pass up a chance to make a beer can chicken on our Weber® Gas Grill.  I don't know what it is about our Weber® Gas Grill, but it makes the BEST tasting chicken or turkey; whole birds, thighs, breast, and even wings...they all taste amazing.

Plus, we've taken the butter under the skin to the next level by seasoning our pats of butter before inserting them under the skin of the chicken.  So. Moist. With. So. Much. Flavor.

Tip:  Mix together garlic powder, onion powder, rosemary, thyme, sage and salt and pepper then roll your pats of butter into the herb mix then insert under the skin of your chicken or turkey--be sure to push the butter down around the legs and wings.

We used Budweiser® beer for our Beer Can Chicken, plus we basted the chicken throughout the entire cooking process with MORE Budweiser beer.



We also used Cherry Wood chips in the grill.

Here's our Drunken Bird resting for 20 minutes before we carved it down for dinner with grilled veggies!

Go ahead... try a bird this weekend on your grill and don't forget: one beer for the bird, two beers for you!  CHEERS!











Damn, how could I have forgotten our grilled, mixed veggies; Eggplant, Zucchini and Red Pepper?  I know why...I'm not a big fan of grilled veggies but he is...








We were not compensated by Perdue, Weber, Acme or Budweiser for this post.

Where There's Smoke--There's Beef Brisket, Beer and Brussels Sprouts

First beef brisket on the new smoker.

There's BEEF...

Firing up our new Char-Broil Digital Electric Vertical Smoker* with a beef brisket.

We lightly rubbed the brisket with stone ground mustard then added salt and pepper. Remember, the key to a tasty smoked brisket--never over rub it. You don't want to lose the natural flavors of your brisket.

We smoked the brisket with a mix of hickory and mesquite chips for 6 hours @ 225 degrees. After it was done smoking, we let it rest for one hour then sliced it down for smoked BBQ brisket sandwiches.

Guinness* Sprouts with bacon and garlic 

There's BEER & BRUSSELS...

Roasted brussels sprouts in Guinness*, with garlic and bacon...what's not to love? Beer, garlic and bacon make anything taste better and what's not to love when you pair these items with sprouts--even the kids will eat them!

* We were not compensated by Char-Broil or Guinness for this post.  

Your Weekend Poolside Snack...with a Side of Beer, or two!

Corn Chips with Homemade Salsa & Red Pepper Yogurt Dip

We really enjoy this snack on a hot day baking by the pool:   homemade chips, homemade tomato salsa and homemade red pepper yogurt dip.  We think it pairs well with a few Michelob Ultra® Superior Light Beer (2.6 CARBS / 96 CALS).*


* We were not compensated by Michelob Ultra®. Anheuser-Busch for this post.

Can You Spare a Rib?

Slow Cooked / Smoked Pork Ribs with Coffee Rub

Pork Ribs

 Slow cooked, smoked pork ribs are not for those who prefer the 5-minute, microwave-to-plate-dinners.

 Our slow, smoked pork ribs are worth the wait for those who enjoy sharing a few beers with company while you wait for the final product.

 We prefer the a coffee rub for a deep, rich flavor, but choose your spices to pair with your favorite beer or cocktail.

Seasoned Pork Ribs with our Special Coffee Rub

Finished Smoked Pork Ribs