Grilled Chicken with Green Olive and Parsley Sauce

Technically this is a summer recipe but here in Florida, it's basically always hot so I have an excuse to cook this on the grill year-round.

Dinner, Lunch, Grilled, Meat, Sauces, SummerStaci JanikNovember 4, 2022Castelvetrano olives, chile, parsley, grilled chicken, lemonComment

Chicken Katsu Ramen

Searching around the web, I found that Pork katsuretsu or cutlet) was invented in Japan in 1899 at a Tokyo restaurant called Rengatei.

Dinner, Meat, Bowl, NoodlesStaci JanikMarch 29, 2021cilantro, onion, garlic, pork, miso, ramen, japanese, noodles, bacon, seaweed, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, ramen noodles, cornComment

Miso Pork Ramen

This ramen is almost (but not quite) on the same level as some of my favorites like Ippudo in New York and Ginza Izakaya in Atlanta.

Mexican Street Tacos (Tacos Al Pastor)

Usually, we go out for New Year’s Eve and rely on the wonderful hospitality of our favorite restaurants, however, we’re currently located on a barrier island with a limited amount of restaurants.

Chicken and Sweet Potatoes in Turmeric, Coconut Milk

Since the best way to travel right now is by daydreaming, we are attempting to capture and experience other cultures as much as possible through food; curry is always at top of the list.

Dinner, Fall, Lunch, Meat, Bowl, SoupStaci JanikDecember 11, 2020chicken thighs, ginger, turmeric, coriander, garlic, shallot, habanero, sweet potato, fish sauce, coconut milk, lime Comment

Ricotta Gnocchi and Filet Mignon with Brown Butter and Mushrooms

We are trying to get back into making homemade pasta again since we dropped off a little after the summer ended so Lee decided to try a Gnocchi recipe.

Dinner, Fall, Lunch, Meat, Pasta, SaucesStaci JanikDecember 8, 2020filet mignon, gnocchi, brown butter, sage, parsley, flour, ricotta, pastaComment

Oven Roasted Sausage and Peppers over Polenta

We made this for Lee to have some kind of hot dog situation going on while watching the last play-off game of the baseball season this year.

Dinner, Meat, RoastedStaci JanikOctober 23, 2020parsley, sausage, peppers, onion, garlic, roasted, polenta, parmesan cheese, butterComment

Baked Lemon and Thyme Chicken with Herbed White Beans

Apparently, we like eating chicken these days. I think we’re on a chicken kick because we really like the baking dish method.

Dinner, Meat, Fall, LunchStaci JanikOctober 16, 2020chicken, herbs, parmesan cheese, parsley, cilantro, cannellini beans, olives, thyme, lemons, garlic, beans, chivesComment

Skillet Steaks with Chimichurri, Roasted Cauliflower and Butter Lettuce Salad

Chimichurri is a specialty of Argentina and Uruguay and is usually made with parsley, garlic, olive oil, oregano, and red wine vinegar.

Summer, Dinner, MeatStaci JanikOctober 6, 2020tacos, salad, sauce, lettuce, steak, skillet, cauliflower, turmeric, anise, coriander, red pepper flakesComment

Blackened Steak Salad with Roasted Tomatoes and Yogurt Sauce

Fair warning, this dish should be grilled outside if you don’t have a good vent over your stove. I promise it tastes really good if you can withstand the blast of billowing, peppery smoke from the spice rub.

Make Ahead Farro Salad with Quick Brined Chicken

You can 100% eat this salad without the chicken and it's really, really good. It's bright, nutty, and filling but the brined chicken and parmesan cheese will add the saltiness needed to make the farro taste just right.

Dinner, Meat, Salad, Summer, LunchStaci JanikSeptember 23, 2020red onion, lime, corn, radish, chipotle ranch, tomato, arugula, parmesan cheese, farro, apple juice, lemon juice, mint, basil, bay leafComment

Jerk Chicken with Pineapple Salsa and Habanero Black Beans

Is jerk a flavor, a way of cooking, or is it a specific group of ingredients?

Dinner, Sides, MeatStaci JanikAugust 31, 2020herbs, garlic, onion, beans, bay leaf, parmesan cheese, chicken, jerk seasoning, pineapple, red pepperComment

Spicy Barbecue Chicken Salad with Charred Corn and Miso Ranch Dressing

Fresh and colorful, this summer salad is both healthy and satisfying.

Dinner, Summer, Salad, Sauces, MeatStaci JanikAugust 30, 2020carrot, salad, chicken, healthy, buttermilk, miso, red pepper, honey, hot sauce, barbeque sauce, charred cornComment

Chicken Tacos with Chipotle Ranch Dressing

Growing up, my mom made tacos with ground beef and taco seasoning on a regular basis. It was a very simple spread and sometimes it’s just what I am craving.

Dinner, Tacos, Meat, BakedStaci JanikAugust 22, 2020red onion, chicken, cilantro, lime, lettuce, corn, radish, chipotle ranchComment

Kimchi Fried Rice

The best kimchi rice I’ve ever had was a fixture on the menu at a beloved Japanese restaurant in Atlanta that has since closed. It consisted of sliced pork belly, kimchi fried rice, and the most perfect sunny-side-up egg.

Meat, Bowl, Lunch, Fried RiceStaci JanikAugust 6, 2020herbs, garlic, onion, fried rice, kimchi, salt pork, green onions, carrot, turmeric, sesame seeds, butter, peasComment