RV Cooking

Pan fried Filet Mignon....not for the faint of heart

First time I tried this: 1-1/2 inch thick filet. S & P and brush with oil. Into pan with no other oil... on medium. Sear for two minutes and turn on other side for two minutes. Don't polk or move and disturb the sear. Take out and rest for 5 minu...

Need suggestions for quick and easy dinners

I like to cook, but not when I'm camping. When I'm camping Id rather hike in the woods, watch the sun set, photograph birds, sit in front of a fire, well you get it anything but cook. We are off on a winter/spring adventure and I'm thinking on meals ...

Did you have red beets for dinner last night......?

Well......that explains it. No need to go to the Emergency Room.

A brandy Manhattan......?

YES!! Years ago, around 1995, a bartender I knew advised he had invented a brandy Manhattan. Usual ingredients, except he substituted brandy in lieu of bourbon or rye. Really good. As I was being driven back to work....I puked out the window. (M...

Green Beans Almondine Plus

1 Tbsp butter2 Tbsp slivered almonds3 Tbsp Major Grey Chutney16 oz haricots vert (skinny green beans)Snap the ends off the green beans, then rinse. Steam until soft. Set aside.In a saute pan on medium high heat, melt the butter. Add almonds and sa...

Pizza Stones & RV Ovens

In past years I've read about the usefulness of pizza stones in RV ovens to help disperse the heat and provide for better baking results. In fact, we purchased one about 4 years ago and waited to use it for 3 years. Finally we did, but I failed to ...

Looking for recipes for a 3 QT mini Instant Pot

I just purchased a 3 qt mini Instant Pot Ultra for our truck camper and am looking for recipes for on the road. Thanks

Corn on the cob in microwave!

My Nephew came to visit this summer, brought corn on the cob and showed me how to microwave it.I put 2 ears with husk on in the microwave (did tonight!) and cook it on high for 7 minutes.With a sharp knife cut the stem end off at the first row of cor...

Stripolean & Country Ham

Could someone tell me what stripolean is. A lady was making a mess of beans and they looked so good but I dont know what stripolean is. Also what is country ham. She was frying up some cabbage, something I've never tried, and added country ham with d...

Potluck ideas?

We are doing a BBQ potluck with ex-co-workers, burgers & hotdogs.Looking for ideas for a couple of potluck items to make while camping, something not to difficult, but unique. Not looking to bake but do have crockpot.Thoughts?Dean

My new kitchen plaque

I collect kitchen signs. All kinds. Roadkill cafe. Kiss the cook.Don't complain about the food unless you want to clean the kitchen.My new one.If at first you don't succeed MAKE BACON SANDWICHES!

Mini MEE-loafs

We just finished making individual servings of mini mee-loafs as our grandchildren call them. I use those mini foil loaf pans and individualize the loafs. Some have onion, others don't. Some have garlic and depending on preferences the BBQ sauce topp...

Cheeseburger Soup

Cheeseburger SoupINGREDIENTS • 1 pound ground beef • ¾ cup chopped onion • ¾ cup shredded carrots • ¾ cup diced celery • 1 teaspoon dried basil • 1 teaspoon dried parsley flakes • 4 tablespoons butter, divided • 3 cups chicken broth • 4 cups diced r...

Peanut butter sauce

Ever purchased peanut butter and when you open it, its that natural stuff that isn't mixed up and now its sitting in your cupboard. It makes wonderful peanut sauce to put over stir fried veggies and noodles. Pour the peanut butter into a bowl, add ...

7 Moles of Oaxaca

I've been experimenting with Latino dishes for my DO and am slowly trying out each of the 7 Moles of Oaxaca.So far we've enjoyed Mole Negro, Mole Amarillo and Mole Verde. These are definitely keepers.

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