DINNER IDEAS
September 9, 2021
Huevos Rancheros Tostadas are aa fun way to do breakfast for dinner, but if with some seasoned sweet potatoes on top makes them that much better! […]
August 27, 2021
Some panko fried zucchini with Italian seasonings, topped on some gnocchi in a home made marinara sauce. The fried zucchini makes this healthy right?! Welp.. you’re […]
August 18, 2021
Cacio e pepe with chicken cutlets is a sure-shot winner for a great dinner. And if you pre-bread your chicken cutlets this can be a great […]
August 5, 2021
These Caprese avocados make a great mid day snack, light lunch, or side dish for dinner. They’re full of flavor, and textures from every which way. […]
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 9, 2021
Huevos Rancheros Tostadas are aa fun way to do breakfast for dinner, but if with some seasoned sweet potatoes on top makes them that much better! […]
August 27, 2021
Some panko fried zucchini with Italian seasonings, topped on some gnocchi in a home made marinara sauce. The fried zucchini makes this healthy right?! Welp.. you’re […]
August 18, 2021
Cacio e pepe with chicken cutlets is a sure-shot winner for a great dinner. And if you pre-bread your chicken cutlets this can be a great […]
August 5, 2021
These Caprese avocados make a great mid day snack, light lunch, or side dish for dinner. They’re full of flavor, and textures from every which way. […]
July 26, 2021
This fried peanut butter and jelly sandwich is simple, yet so delicious. It’s savory, sweet, and the crisp bit of the fried bread makes it a […]
July 15, 2021
If you want to make an amazing tri tip roast, look no further. I smoked a tri tip roast with a Texas-style rub this week and […]