I’ve always said that you have to master the classics before it’s time to move on and start adding your twists, but my tune has changed a bit in the past year. While that is certainly a traditional way to think in a professional food setting, it’s really no longer feasible. I’m not going to…
Side Dishes
Grilled Potato Salad with Mustard Dressing
It is so easy to get into the same old routine when it comes to backyard barbecue and grilling. I mean if it’s not broke don’t fix it right? WRONG! In no way could you eat the same thing every meal every day, so why would you do the same barbecued or grilled items every…
4 Easy Christmas Potato Side Dishes
Check out these easy to do potato side dish ideas. From roasted, to baked, to mashed, these 4 Easy Christmas Potato Side Dishes will work perfect for any Holiday Meal! 4 Easy Christmas Potato Side Dishes was last modified: December 21st, 2014 by Chef Billy Parisi
Chive and Horseradish Mashed Red Potatoes
I mean seriously, is there such a thing as bad mashed potatoes?! These Chive and Horseradish Mashed Red Potatoes would honestly go great with just about anything. In addition they have a nice little kick from the buttermilk and would go amazing with a big fat juicy steak! The best thing about mashed potatoes is how…
Sweet Potatoes Au Gratin Recipe
I can’t lie, this Sweet Potatoes Au Gratin Recipe doesn’t have all sweet potatoes… In fact I’ve added in some plain old russet potatoes to balance out the dish. With the savory flavors from the herbs and cheese I thought it would be good to add in some regular potatoes. Don’t get me wrong you can…
Garlic and Parmesan Roasted Red Potatoes
I know that some of my recipes can seem complex at times, but when it all boils down I am about bold flavors and simple ingredients, and it’s no different in this Garlic and Parmesan Roasted Red Potatoes recipe. A few ingredients, big flavors and comforting to a T. There is no trick to roasting these…
Vegetables and Brown Rice Bowl Recipe
Staying on par with this whole 21 Days of Healthy Eating that I am doing I came up with this Vegetables and Brown Rice Bowl Recipe. Really it was handed to me given I used a ton of the left over vegetables from the Spinach Salad with Parmesan Vinaigrette I made earlier this week. Just like everyone…
Mediterranean Vegetable and Bean Salad Recipe
So I hooked up this Mediterranean Vegetable and Bean Salad Recipe to go alongside this Mediterranean Grilled Rack of Lamb Lollipops Recipe and dang was it awesome. My wife actually doesn’t like lamb (I know…) but put some roasted sliced chicken in it and she absolutely love it! It’s really easy to make and literally would be a…
Caribbean Rice and Beans Recipe
If you’ve never had an authentic Caribbean Rice and Beans Recipe, I highly recommend trying it. It’s very easy to prepare and really really tasty! The coconut milk just makes the rice so rich and creamy, it’s amazing. Really I think this recipe would go with plenty of other dishes that aren’t indigenous to the Caribbean…
Butter Bean Recipe with Corn, Tomatoes and Bacon
While I was making this Grilled Pork Tenderloin Recipe with Roasted Pineapple Salsa I knew I had to serve it with some veggies, so I whipped up this Butter Bean Recipe with Corn, Tomatoes and Bacon. Crazy easy and really quickly prepared from start to finish. I cooked all of the vegetables in the rendered bacon fat for…
Lemon Asparagus Recipe with Prosciutto
Not much to say about this really other than it’s dang tasty and ridiculously easy to make. Few ingredients done well often lead to amazing flavors and this recipe of 6 ingredients does exactly that. This Lemon Asparagus Recipe with Prosciutto honestly goes fantastic with just about everything. I paired it up with this Grilled Porks…
Fried Green Beans Recipe
Ever since I bought a deep fryer I feel like I have to try everything in it. I haven’t made fried green beans in at least 10 years, and it was back when I was in the restaurant industry. So now that I have this thing, it was time to hook’em up! This is a…
Sweet Potato Fries Recipe with Sriracha Mayonnaise
Gosh, what can ya say, fried sweet potatoes and spicy mayo? Is there anything better? This recipe is ridiculously easy and quick to make and dude was it good. It was definitely made even easier with the deep fryer that I bought a few weeks ago, but to be honest I think you could bake’e,…
Asian Grilled Vegetables Recipe
Its easy to get bored in the kitchen and stuck in a rut when cooking. I’m always testing and trying new things just to keep my kitchen spiced up! I knew I wanted to grill some veggies, but I wanted to get out of the rut of doing the same old stuff, so I figured…
Easy Guacamole Recipe
Holy Guacamole!!! It’s funny because I feel that it’s hard to mess up guacamole considering there are so few ingredients, but you can! If you aren’t using ripe avocados or don’t season it well, things can just go wrong and taste bland. My recipe is nothing new and I’m pretty positive it’s been done before…
Mexican Corn Elote Recipe
Just when you thought corn on the cob couldn’t get any better, the Mexican culture goes ahead and comes up with elotes. OMG are they good. Probably my favorite aspect of this recipe is that it is simple and uses few ingredients. You can do this with most household ingredients if you chose as well,…
Jalapeño Cornbread Recipe with Molasses
One of the best parts about eating barbecue are all the side dishes. Whether it’s the potato salad, or the baked beans, I’m all about the sides. Cornbread is a must have at any BBQ and this Jalapeño Cornbread Recipe with Molasses is literally the best cornbread I have ever eaten. I surprised myself when I…
Grilled Chicken Recipe with Vegetables and Quinoa
I’ve been trying to keep things a bit easier lately with meal prep and cook times. I suppose I’ll have to wait to go all out for my next get together, but for feeding the family, I’e been scaling things back a bit. Of course don’t get that confused with boxed foods and pre cooked…
Oven Roasted Garlic Green Beans with Lemon
One of the biggest questions I get from folks is what they should serve their main dish with. I always say that it depends on what you like, what’s in season and how crazy do you want to get. However, this recipe would compliment just about anything with it’s simple flavors consisting of garlic and…
Rotisserie Chicken Macaroni and Cheese Recipe
Is there anything more comforting than Macaroni and Cheese? I don’t think so. So simple, so tasty, and so heart warming, and with a little rotisserie chicken thrown in the mix, it adds a little more sustenance to this dish. Feel free to swap out some cheeses with your favorites. Try using a simple cheddar…
Baked Beans with Bacon and Molasses
DUDE!! Literally all I can say about this Baked Beans with Bacon and Molasses recipe. Hands down the best baked beans I’ve ever eaten, made, shared, etc. A perfect blend of savory and sweet with a touch of saltiness from the bacon. I was experimenting while making this and now it has turned out to be…
Cherry Tomato Confit
If you are looking for intense tomato flavor then be sure to try this Cherry Tomato Confit recipe! These little tomatoes are bursting with delicious slow roasted tomato flavor and go great on a salad after they’ve been chilled or as a side item to accompany any main dish!
Creamed Corn Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe
If you are looking for the perfect side dish to any backyard barbecue or summer meal, than be sure to try this Creamed Corn Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe with crispy bacon!
Oven Roasted Potatoes with Garlic and Oregano
If you are looking for simplicity in a side dish, than look no further than these Oven Roasted Potatoes with Garlic and Oregano that are finished with a hint of red wine vinegar. Make’em, eat’em, love’em!!!