Tag: Zippy Southwest

Soft Tacos Like Mom Made (Simple Comfort Food)

Soft Tacos Like Mom Made (Simple Comfort Food)

These soft tacos were one of Mom’s go-to comfort food recipes—and they’ve stood the test of time. With a tangy, beany, savory filling and just the right amount of spice, they’re simple, satisfying, and endlessly versatile.

Make This Smoky Shrimp Toast with Aioli and Burst Tomatoes Today!

Make This Smoky Shrimp Toast with Aioli and Burst Tomatoes Today!

aioli is a critical success factor in this fabulous dish. Its creaminess and one-two punch of garlic and lemon balance perfectly with the zesty smokiness of the shrimp and the sweetness of the tomatoes.

Pickled Pepper Poppers – as Easy to Eat as They Are Hard to Say

Pickled Pepper Poppers – as Easy to Eat as They Are Hard to Say

An updated recipe for a family heirloom recipe for pickled jalapeños ‘stuffed’ with a creamy and piquant filling. It’s a keeper, my friends!

June was a Flurry and Now I’m Headed to Copenhagen – But First, Comfort Food!

June was a Flurry and Now I’m Headed to Copenhagen – But First, Comfort Food!

Here’s the Glover Gardens grilled chicken wings recipe, served up with reflections on how June sped by… as well as anticipation of an upcoming trip to Copenhagen and Amsterdam. I had pre-travel comfort food cravings and perhaps a little nostalgia about missing traditional 4th of July backyard barbeques while traveling.

Blistered Shishito Peppers and Grape Tomatoes are a Winning Combination

Blistered Shishito Peppers and Grape Tomatoes are a Winning Combination

We made blistered shishito peppers at home, adding grape tomatoes, and have a very simple recipe for this quick and easy appetizer that disappears in minutes.

Recipe Time! Zippy Southwest Pulled Pork, an Easy, Tasty Meal for Carnivores

Recipe Time! Zippy Southwest Pulled Pork, an Easy, Tasty Meal for Carnivores

Zippy Southwest pulled pork made in the slow cooker is savory with a rich, deep taste, but it’s not overly spicy. And what’s really cool is that it’s super easy!

Zippy Crostini: Make Your Own Toast Crackers

Zippy Crostini: Make Your Own Toast Crackers

My mom used to make little toasts like this, but the recipe has been lost, so I made up a new one. The Grill-Meister was a big fan.