Erik
- 2 days ago
- 1 min
Surf & Turf Dinner
I love the term "Surf & Turf" when used to describe a meal. Surf obviously means some sort of Seafood, and Turf refers to meat, usually...
Erik
- Jul 30
- 1 min
Whole Chicken on the Pit Barrel Cooker
Today I decided to cook a whole Chicken in my Pit Barrel Cooker by using the Poultry Hanging Hook. I wanted to make a Chicken because...
Erik
- Jul 23
- 1 min
Chili Lime Chicken Wings
Are you looking for an easy way to make some Chicken Wings packed full of flavor? Check out this very simple recipe using just a few...
Erik
- Jul 16
- 1 min
Eggs Benedict Casserole
One of my favorite Breakfast dishes is Eggs Benedict. But making this dish for a larger group to eat at the same time is extremely hard...
Erik
- Jul 9
- 1 min
Family Trip to Chicago
I finally got the opportunity to take my family to Chicago, and show them where I grew up. We also had the pleasure to spend some quality...
Erik
- Jul 2
- 1 min
Review of Five Guys
Since moving to Wisconsin from southern California Kyle and I have been missing In-N-Out Burger. Sure we have Culver's, but it just...
Erik
- Jun 25
- 1 min
Sous Vide Bacon Wrapped Rosemary Chicken
Here is an Awesome recipe that only has 5 ingredients, yet the flavor is off the charts! Turn a normally bland chicken breast into...
Erik
- Jun 18
- 1 min
Cabbage Soup
Here's an easy and nourishing soup that is packed full of favor. Perfect way for you to enjoy your vegetables, and as a bonus this soup...
Erik
- Jun 11
- 1 min
Smoked Shotgun Shells
These Smoked Shotgun Shells are named that because of their uncanny resemblance to the real thing, but boy are they extremely tasty! Make...
Erik
- Jun 4
- 2 min
Smoked Guinness & Irish Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
Are you looking for a way to add some flavor to your Macaroni & Cheese? Try giving it an Irish flair by adding some Guinness beer and...
Erik
- May 28
- 2 min
Corned Beef Tacos
If you enjoy Corned Beef and are looking for a fun and creative way to serve it, do I ever have a recipe for you! Make some Delicious...
Erik
- May 21
- 1 min
What is the Best Tasting American Light Beer?
As many of you know who are familiar with my videos is that I enjoy drinking a few beers while cooking. Usually I am enjoying a specialty...
Erik
- May 14
- 2 min
Smoked Bacon Wrapped Pork Loin
One of my favorite things to smoke is a Pork Loin. To make it taste even better simply wrap it up in a Bacon Weave, and I guarantee your...
Erik
- May 7
- 1 min
Review of Monk's Bar & Grill
I took a break from cooking this week and decided to take the family out to eat at a restaurant called Monk's Bar & Grill. The first...
Erik
- Apr 30
- 1 min
Smoked Sous Vide Thick Cut Pork Chops
I love a Thick Cut Pork Chop. Problem is they are difficult to cook when they are so thick, as you need to cook the center of the Pork...
Erik
- Apr 23
- 2 min
Chicken Pot Pie Soup
One of my favorite things to do with a cooked Rotisserie Chicken is to turn it into some Chicken Pot Pie Soup. Just add some vegetables...
Erik
- Apr 16
- 1 min
Smoked Pastrami from Corned Beef
What is the difference between Corned Beef and Pastrami? Corned Beef is boiled, whereas Pastrami is smoked and steamed and seasoned with...
Erik
- Apr 9
- 2 min
Loaded Potato Skins
I remember getting introduced to Loaded Potato Skins back in the 1980's from restaurants like TGI Fridays, and I have been a fan ever...
Erik
- Apr 2
- 1 min
Corned Beef and Cabbage in your Slow Cooker
One of my favorite things to eat is a traditional Corned Beef and Cabbage meal. Usually it is a meal that is only enjoyed on Saint...
Erik
- Mar 26
- 2 min
Hearty Beef Stew
Beef Stew is a great hearty meal that everyone enjoys. It also isn't that difficult to make. To be honest with you the hardest part is...
Erik
- Mar 19
- 2 min
Chilaquiles with Salsa Verde
Since moving to Wisconsin around a year ago from California I found out that Mexican food isn't as common here. My wife and I missed...
Erik
- Mar 12
- 1 min
Slow Cooked Honey Soy Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings are awesome to serve as an appetizer when you have family and friends over for a barbecue or to snack on while watching the...
Erik
- Mar 5
- 2 min
Minestrone Soup in your Slow Cooker
Minestrone Soup is one of my favorite soups, as it is filled with a variety of vegetables and packed full of flavor. It also isn't that...
Erik
- Feb 26
- 1 min
Smoking Ribs on a Warm Winter Day
After 3 months of freezing weather here in Wisconsin I finally heard some news that made me happy. According to the weather forecast my...
Erik
- Feb 19
- 2 min
Sous Vide Garlic Shrimp with a Lemon Cream Sauce
One thing my family loves is Shrimp, especially my son Kyle. So when I go through the trouble of making Shrimp I have to make sure it...
Erik
- Feb 12
- 2 min
Cabbage Rolls in your Slow Cooker
These traditional stuffed Cabbage Rolls are made with a combination of Beef and Pork, and are simmered for hours in your Slow Cooker....
Erik
- Feb 5
- 2 min
Danish Aebleskiver "A Tribute to Farmor"
This was the most emotional cooking video I have ever made. It was made as a tribute to my Mother, aka "Farmor" (which means Father's...
Erik
- Jan 29
- 2 min
Slow Cooker French Dip Sandwiches
One of my favorite sandwiches is the French Dip. Something special about dipping a Beef sandwich served on a crusty roll into some warm...
Erik
- Jan 22
- 1 min
First Time at the Texas Roadhouse
Today my family and I try a brand new restaurant that we have never tried before called Texas Roadhouse. It is an American steakhouse that...
Erik
- Jan 15
- 1 min
Sub Zero Prime Rib
This morning I woke up to discover it was -15 degrees below zero. This is the coldest weather my family and I have experienced since...
Erik
- Jan 8
- 1 min
Review of the Meatstick Wireless Thermometer
In this video I check out the Meatstick Wireless Thermometer with two different cooks. First I download the application on my phone,...
Erik
- Jan 1
- 2 min
Homemade Chicken Pot Pie
One of my favorite things to eat on a cold night is Chicken Pot Pie. If you also enjoy them forget about heating up those tiny frozen...
Erik
- Dec 25, 2021
- 1 min
Christmas Time in the Northwoods
My family and I wanted to share our experiences enjoying the Christmas festivities in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. We moved here earlier...
Erik
- Dec 18, 2021
- 1 min
Smoked Spatchcock Chicken on your Kettle Grill
Here is a great way to smoke and cook a Chicken on your Kettle Grill. Spatchcock the Chicken by cutting out the backbone. This will...
Erik
- Dec 11, 2021
- 2 min
Instant Pot Hibachi Shrimp
Talk about a quick and easy recipe. This one you cook in your Instant Pot. Throw in all the ingredients and set the timer to 0 minutes....
Erik
- Dec 4, 2021
- 2 min
Sous Vide Pork Loin
I absolutely love a perfectly cooked Pork Loin. The most important part is to not overcook it, because if you do it can very easily get...
Erik
- Nov 27, 2021
- 1 min
Smokey Bacon Cheeseburgers
Here is a way to take your ordinary Cheeseburgers and turn them into something absolutely Delicious! This recipe comes from my local...
Erik
- Nov 20, 2021
- 1 min
English Muffin Breakfast Sandwiches
One of my favorite things to cook on my Blackstone Griddle is Breakfast Sandwiches. Mainly because they taste so good, and as a bonus...
Erik
- Nov 13, 2021
- 1 min
Sous Vide Philly Cheese Brats
One of my favorites things to cook and eat since moving to Wisconsin is Bratwursts. They are very popular here, and all the local...
Erik
- Nov 6, 2021
- 1 min
Movie Night in Chippewa Falls Wisconsin
My family and I were looking for something fun to do on a Saturday night, and luckily we heard about Movie Night at Riverfront Park....
Erik
- Oct 30, 2021
- 1 min
How to Repair and Re-Season your Blackstone Griddle
One of my favorite cooking devices is my Blackstone Griddle. It is so easy and fun to cook some delicious tasting food on a Griddle, and...
Erik
- Oct 23, 2021
- 1 min
Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest
Chippewa Falls Oktoberfest has been providing a family-friendly German heritage event in the Chippewa Valley for 17 years. I knew I had...
Erik
- Oct 16, 2021
- 1 min
Reverse Sear Porterhouse Steaks with Cowboy Butter
Nothing beats a nice Porterhouse Steak, especially when you make some homemade Cowboy Butter to dip that Steak into. It seems Steak and...
Erik
- Oct 9, 2021
- 1 min
Lifedoo Urod Fire Pro Review
Are you looking for a portable grill that you easily transport with you? How about a compact camping stove? Or an easy to transport fire...
Erik
- Oct 2, 2021
- 1 min
Cirque Italia Water Circus
Monica and I wanted to do something different for Ava Grace to celebrate her 10th birthday. Lucky for all of us was that the Cirque...
Erik
- Sep 25, 2021
- 1 min
Sous Vide Mango Salsa Pork Chops
Nothing beats a Pork Chop right off the grill, except when it is completely dried out and overcooked. That is why it is a good idea to...
Erik
- Sep 18, 2021
- 1 min
Ribeye Steaks on the MMM-GRILL
I find it very enjoyable to cook over an open fire. Probably why I enjoy grilling and smoking so much. So I was super excited when...
Erik
- Sep 11, 2021
- 1 min
Cheesy Kielbasa Potato Casserole
Nothing beats the smell of a casserole cooking in the Slow Cooker and filling your house with a wonderful aroma. When I experience the...
Erik
- Sep 4, 2021
- 1 min
Amazing 24 Hour Sous Vide Chuck Roast
One of my favorite things about cooking with sous vide is the ability to take an inexpensive piece of meat and turn it into something...
Erik
- Aug 28, 2021
- 1 min
Northern Wisconsin State Fair
Today I take a break from cooking to go sample some delicious food at the Northern Wisconsin State Fair with my family. When I heard they...