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Dry Brine

Dry Brining

For a long time, we brined or marinaded meat to improve flavor and tenderness. What we didn’t understand, in that process of applying liquids, seasonings, and spices, what was going on with the meat. Then along came some folks, like Alton Brown and Meathead, that applied science to this process. […]

Rubs

Carnitas Rub

This rub was created to give pork and beef a “south of the border” flair when smoking.

Rubs

Spiced Coffee Rub

Overview Got this originally from Sitka Salmon Shares. Made some adjustments to my preferred flavor profiles. Notes This rub has salt in it. If you are used to dry brining beef ahead of time, bear that in mind. I would recommend not dry brining if using this rub. This goes […]

fall stew served
Main Dishes, Pacific NW, Soups, Stews, Chilis

Fall Stew: Chicken and Beans

I have got to tell you, the Rancho Gordo Marcella beans were amazing. Some of the best beans that I’ve ever had …. Cannot wait to cook more with these. I used them to create a fall stew: chicken and beans.  My wife calls this a chili because of the […]