DINNER IDEAS
September 29, 2022
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan coated with an Italian seasoned parmesan cheese breading, then air fried to perfection. It’s a low calorie alternative that still is packed […]
September 28, 2022
Philly cheesesteak taquitos recipe with shaved beef, onions and bell pepper grilled on the Blackstone griddle. Rolled in corn tortillas cheese and fried on the griddle […]
September 20, 2022
Hatch Chile and Bacon Esquites cooked on a blackstone flattop grill, loaded with cheese and absolutely delicious. Perfect as a game day snack, a topping for […]
September 15, 2022
Chicken chow mein with a savory oyster and soy sauce made from scratch. Throw out your take out menus because after you learn how to make […]
HI. I’M DEREK.
I AM A DAD, FOOD BLOGGER, AND FIXER OF BROKEN TOYS.
I’m a home cook, grill and barbecue junkie – and love fishing out doors.
But most of all, I love to sharing meals I create for my family!
My passion in life to use food to take a break from life, and re-connect as a family at the dinner table.
I love encouraging families to cook by sharing recipes, tips and tricks that make cooking simple, enjoyable and delicious!
DAD LIFE
January 13, 2021
This orange juice ginger and turmeric smoothie is the perfect breakfast or afternoon snack to get a great source of immune supporting nutrients into your system. […]
April 17, 2020
Smoked barbacoa tacos is a great way to change up taco night. I wanted to get a really good flavor. So instead of using my Traeger […]
September 11, 2019
Figuring out an easy back to school lunch for kids in different phases is a little tricky. I think I’ve nailed it with these chicken enchilada […]
November 18, 2018
I love making apple galettes but can’t give up that wonderful smoky flavor of the summer. This grilled apple galette is a wonderful blend of fall […]
MY LATEST RECIPES
September 29, 2022
Air Fryer Chicken Parmesan coated with an Italian seasoned parmesan cheese breading, then air fried to perfection. It’s a low calorie alternative that still is packed […]
September 28, 2022
Philly cheesesteak taquitos recipe with shaved beef, onions and bell pepper grilled on the Blackstone griddle. Rolled in corn tortillas cheese and fried on the griddle […]
September 20, 2022
Hatch Chile and Bacon Esquites cooked on a blackstone flattop grill, loaded with cheese and absolutely delicious. Perfect as a game day snack, a topping for […]
September 15, 2022
Chicken chow mein with a savory oyster and soy sauce made from scratch. Throw out your take out menus because after you learn how to make […]
September 1, 2022
One thing I cannot resist – Popeyes Chicken tenders. They’re tender, flakey, and perfectly seasoned. Today I’m sharing my take on them, cooked a couple ways […]
August 31, 2022
Chilaquiles is a Mexican dish that consists of fried tortilla chips, smothered with a red (or green) sauce that is very similar to an enchilada sauce. […]