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How to BBQ Kampot Pepper Crusted Chicken Breasts + Video
Apr04

How to BBQ Kampot Pepper Crusted Chicken Breasts + Video

I am excited to share a special ingredient with you as I offer up my recipe for BBQ Kampot Pepper Crusted Chicken Breasts, specially using this Kampot pepper from Cambodia. Although Kampot pepper is usually used with red meats, it imparts a super flavor to chicken, especially when you cook it on the BBQ. How to Make BBQ Kampot Pepper Crusted Chicken Breasts: To utilize my Kampot peppercorns, I will make a lovely crust for the chicken,...

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How to BBQ Hickory Smoked Apple Ginger Ham + Video: Cooking Adventures with Kimberly
Apr04

How to BBQ Hickory Smoked Apple Ginger Ham + Video: Cooking Adventures with Kimberly

This fantastic recipe for BBQ Hickory Smoked Apple Ginger Ham offers a completely new take on cooking & enhancing the flavors of ham. It’s always nice to try something different from the way you normally prepare your ham. I’m using a precooked, smoked ham weighing about 1.7 lbs, and cooking it to an internal temperature of 140 degrees – about 10 minutes per lb, despite the directions on the package recommending...

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How to Grill Maple Sugar Ham Wrapped Asparagus + Video
Apr02

How to Grill Maple Sugar Ham Wrapped Asparagus + Video

This Grilled Maple Sugar Ham Wrapped Asparagus is a quick, delicious dish, ideal for appetizers, side dishes or an unusual tidbit for a party or shower. I like to cook these wraps on the barbeque, but if the weather is inclement, they can be grilled in your oven. How to Cook Grilled Maple Sugar Ham Wrapped Asparagus: Such an impressive presentation for family & friends! Tip: Make sure you wash and rinse the asparagus in advance....

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How to Cook Beef Stock + Video
Mar24

How to Cook Beef Stock + Video

Beef Stock is the building block of amazing soups, stews & sauces, as well as other dishes that require a bit more flavor. Making your own beef stock is easy to do, but takes some time. You’ll start off with roasting your beef bones, which is the most important part of the recipe to develop deep flavors of deliciousness. Use this stock to make a large pot of soup, or save for later in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, or...

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How to BBQ Pork Ribs + Video: Cooking Adventures with Kimberly
Mar20

How to BBQ Pork Ribs + Video: Cooking Adventures with Kimberly

We’re makin’ BBQ Pork Ribs and just have a look at this beautiful piece of meat… We really enjoy pork ribs at our house and I hope you are as happy with this recipe as we are.  They are juicy, succulent and packed full of flavors. How to BBQ Pork Ribs: Firstly, in order to soften the ribs, I boil them in seasoned water, and then I barbeque them on my grill after slathering them with all kinds of delicious things. I...

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How to Cook Hickory Smoked Ham Shank + Video
Dec30

How to Cook Hickory Smoked Ham Shank + Video

It’s the Holiday season & we’re still celebrating with this gorgeous Hickory Smoked Ham Shank! Don’t be afraid of these large cuts of meat. They may take a while to cook to your liking, but hams are easy to cook. Now, don’t just think it has to be a Holiday to cook ham…this is a great dish to make on a weekend, and then use the leftover ham during the week! A really tasty time saver for breakfast,...

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How to Make a Bouquet Garni
Dec27

How to Make a Bouquet Garni

What is a Bouquet Garni? Well, it’s not a floral arrangement or a special garnish. Actually, bouquet garni is a combination of fresh herbs, vegetables &, at times, even coarsely crumbled spices, which are bundled in layered cheesecloth or they are tied up with a string in such a way to flavor soups, stocks & sauces. The herbs are tied up in such a way that the chef can remove them easily & quickly before serving,...

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How to Cook ‘Perfect Taste’ Dry Rub Baked Chicken Breasts + Video
Nov30

How to Cook ‘Perfect Taste’ Dry Rub Baked Chicken Breasts + Video

On the menu is Perfect Taste Dry Rub Baked Chicken Breasts! Dry rubbing meat before grilling or roasting is a classic way to create great flavor! Today is no exception, as I’m using Perfect Taste Dry Rub for my baked chicken breasts. Now, Perfect Taste Ltd. is a South Asian spice, rub, chutney & sauce line out of Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario, Canada by Ben & Rita James. Unbelievable flavors and I’m honored to show...

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How to Broil Lamb Chops + Video
Nov26

How to Broil Lamb Chops + Video

One of my mother’s favorite things to have for dinner is Broiled Lamb Chops. On this day, I wanted to treat her to some beautiful New Zealand Spring lamb chops. I’m not a real lover of lamb, so it’s all for her. This is a really basic recipe, as mom likes to just taste the lamb when enjoying this meat. However, if you are so inclined, feel free to coat in olive oil, sprinkle with pepper, and use some garlic to...

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How to Cook Roasted Turkey Broth from Scratch + Video
Nov15

How to Cook Roasted Turkey Broth from Scratch + Video

Whenever I hear the sniffles or a cough in my household, I’m cooking up some soup. Turkey Broth is perfect for just those times, since you usually roast off a turkey a few times every Holiday season. Save those turkey carcasses and bones that have had the meat removed, not eaten off, and either freeze them in a resealable, plastic bag or refrigerate and use quickly. There is a ton of flavor & goodness left in those bones,...

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How to Roast Smoked Paprika Whole Chicken + Video
Nov15

How to Roast Smoked Paprika Whole Chicken + Video

This Roasted Smoked Paprika Chicken is an A+ meal that’s simple to make, and will cause more deliciousness than you can shake a stick at. One of my favorite things to cook is a roasted chicken, because you can get a lot of flavor on it, in it, set it & forget it, and in about 1 hour’s time, you have a hearty, tasty meal that everyone loves served with almost any side dish. The smokey flavors of the smoked paprika, as...

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How to Roast Skewered Cauliflower + Video
Nov14

How to Roast Skewered Cauliflower + Video

Roasted Cauliflower is not only an easy side dish to cook, but it’s healthy too. Got a head of cauliflower and don’t know what to do with it? This gorgeous cauliflower recipe creates something golden & tasty, with some flair & fun. The side skewer set from Mutt Shop Products I use for this recipe is really perfect for this particular recipe. The skewers hold the chunks of cauliflower to roast evenly and quickly....

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How to Roast Carrots in a Roasting Tray + Video
Nov13

How to Roast Carrots in a Roasting Tray + Video

Take the “ho-hum” out of Roasted Carrots… I believe that everyone has their own unique way they prefer roasting vegetables, as do I, and I have added a new tool to my repertoire. When I got my Jalapeño Roasting Tray from Mutt Shop Products, I was unaware of the numerous ways I could use it. Roasting okra, artichokes, peppers, and the list goes on… How to Roast Carrots in a Roasting Tray: If you want to roast...

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