Tri-Tip & a Wedge

Decided to break in the tail-gating grill last night with a Tri-Tip Roast. Soaked in a Montreal Steak Marinade then tossed on the Grill til Medium Rare. Served this one with local grown corn and a Wedge Salad of Iceberg Lettuce, Red Onion, Local Tomatoes, Crisp Bacon, Blue Cheese Crumbles and topped with a Red Wine Vinaigrette.

Crab and Lobster Ravioli

Pasta struck the taste buds tonight! After discussion we've decided on a Crab and Lobster Ravioli. Delicious pieces of our favorite crustaceans stuffed into square shell. Topped with an Alfredo Style sauce, it sure satisfied the taste buds. Along side, a Tossed Salad of Field Greens and local Grape Tomatoes.

Grilled Rockfish

We had a fish lover over for dinner the other night, which also gives me good reason to have one of my favorites, Rockfish! I had my fish monger clean and take the heads off a few local Rocks that had just come out of the Bay. I seasoned them with fresh Thyme, Lemon and Olive Oil, then put them on the charcoal grill to give the skin a nice crunch. Along side, was a Squash Casserole, made from local grown Petti Pan, Yellow and Green Zucchini, with a drizzle of butter and Olive Oil and topped with Bread Crumbs. And, a Orange and Red Tomato Salad topped with Goat Cheese Red Onion and a Balsamic Vinaigrette.

Pork Chops w/ Mango Salsa

Didn't feel like ribs, but had a taste for pork, so I picked up a few inch thick Pork Chops. Rubbed them down with a Barbecue seasoning and tossed them on the grill. While they were getting a char, I cut up a Mango, a Habanaro, some Red Onion and Cilantro and cooked it down in some Mango Nectar for a Spicy Salsa to go on top. Along side, Red Beans and Rice and Braised Greens which made for a wonderful Southern Style Supper.

Crab Cakes, Snow Peas & Braised Cabbage

My basket tonight was Red Cabbage, Crab meat, and Snow Peas. Pretty easy easy one I think, made a dressing with a little mayo, egg, Old Bay, some fresh Parsley, and a touch of bread crumbs. Folded the Crab meat in and under the broiler for some delicious Crab Cakes. Glazed the Snow Peas with a touch of sugar, and Braised a head of Red Cabbage, shredded of course, in a Red Wine and Vegetable Stock.

Sirloin Steak with Corn Pudding and Green Beans

With Eastern Shore corn in season, I bought a few to many and had to figure out what to do with it. So, I took the corn, some sweet potatoes a few eggs, milk and seasonings and came up with a delicious Sweet Potato/Corn Pudding. That coupled with a nice Grilled Sirloin Steak (with the bone, had to have a treat for Spike!), and some Green Beans made for a simple dinner.

Grilled Salmon Cakes w/ All the Extras

The kids were in a few days ago and the weather was co-operating so out to the deck we go for an Asian inspired Barbecue. I went to favorite fish guy for some fresh caught Salmon and a few Asian ingredients. Once back home, I skinned the fish, chopped it and into a bowl with Sesame Oil, Rice Wine Vinegar, Ginger, Cilantro and an Egg. Shaped them into patties and they were ready for the grill. For those that don't do Salmon, or just wanted something else, we grilled some Chicken Breasts and Thighs as well. Next up was the Slaw, Syd tossed a head of Bok Choy with Red and Yellow Peppers a secret dressing she slipped in so I don't know what's all in it. Then, together we made Noodles and Sesame Paste, a cold pasta salad with Peanut Butter, Sesame Oil, Pepper Flakes, Green Onions. Ginger and Soy Sauce. And, if that weren't enough, we did a Sweet and Pungent Cucumber Salad. Had all the available family over for a wonderful afternoon of dining and drinks.