In the history of the world’s most unappetizing food names, meatloaf has got to be up there. But it’s a classic case of not judging a book by its cover – or name, or whatever- because meatloaf, when made right, is pure deliciousness. And meatloaf has a surprising history. It has been with us since ancient
Why homemade ketchup? What’s the point? Won’t regular ketchup just do? Yea. But regular ketchup is so boring. So bland. And when I was thinking about what to top my homemade meatloaf with, I began searching beyond boring old ketchup for something a bit bolder. In my search I learned that making your own ketchup
The Reuben is an American icon, sitting in the pantheon of sandwich greats like the French Dip, Muffuletta, and the Cheesesteak. While the origin of the Reuben is disputed, it’s hard to argue its deliciousness. The salty, savory & sour flavors of the corned beef, sauerkraut & swiss have made this a favorite in dives and
Does beer cheese soup really need any sort of explanation? In honor of National Soup Month, I’ve decided to experiment with my favorite soup. It led to this. A smoky & spicy white cheddar beer cheese soup, served up with a homemade garlic pretzel. What better way to cut through the cold spell we’ve been
The woman who introduced me to cabbage rolls may be gone (RIP), but my love for all things cabbage shall never die. It’s time for another winter warmer recipe. And it’s fitting considering the week of wisco cold we just had, with the only highs being beer and cabbage rolls. Ready to warm up? Or impress
