Spatchcocked Turkey [RECIPE]

 

Sliced turkey breast with fork
Spatchcock your turkey to shave hours off the cook time of traditional preparation.
(Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

Preparing a turkey dinner used to take me up to a week of prep time, which included thawing a frozen bird, brining the poor creature, then roasting it for what seemed like days. By the time the turkey was actually on the table, I was ready to eat something else entirely. But now I purchase fresh birds from the butcher and spatchcock my turkey—which means I remove its backbone—for faster, more even cooking which dramatically reduces its time in the oven to about an hour. Continue reading “Spatchcocked Turkey [RECIPE]”

Stuffed Peppers [RECIPE]

Stuffed Peppers
Our grown-up stuffed peppers are a new spin on a family favorite. (Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

Growing up, both our mothers made stuffed peppers for dinner because it was an inexpensive and wholesome meal that stretched a few ingredients to feed our families. However, I prefer this grown-up version because it incorporates sweet red peppers, flavored chicken sausage instead of beef, and Near East’s toasted pine nut couscous mix which adds a bit of spice to the filling. This recipe is pretty forgiving though, so feel free to substitute whatever ground meat you may have on hand. You can also use rice like our moms did if couscous isn’t available.  Continue reading “Stuffed Peppers [RECIPE]”

Cornbread-Chili Casserole

Cornbread-Chili Casserole Plated
A hearty scoop of our Cornbread-Chili Casserole is sure to hit the spot on game day.
(Photo by Jathan Fink, Jadeworks Entertainment)

I love cooking with cast iron, especially when I get to prep a whole meal in one pan! My Cornbread-Chili Casserole combines everything I love about my usual standard skillet cornbread and chili into one dish. Tasty, hearty, and delicious,your family will ask for this one time and again. And because it combines a deep flavor profile with a bit of heat, lots of veggies and a crispy crust, what’s not to like? Enjoy! Continue reading “Cornbread-Chili Casserole”