Erik
- 5 days ago
- 1 min
Ultimate Italian Grinder Sandwich
If you ask me what type of sandwich I typically order it would have to be the classic Italian. Some call these sandwiches Hoagies, Subs...
Erik
- Sep 21
- 2 min
Jalapeno Popper Macaroni Salad
While I usually focus my videos on the main course, we all know that in order to complete the meal you need to add some side dishes....
Erik
- Sep 14
- 1 min
Ava Grace's Birthday Dinner at Texas Roadhouse
Today my little girl officially becomes a teenager. It doesn't seem that long ago that she made her surprise appearance in the ambulance...
Erik
- Sep 7
- 1 min
Shrimp and Sausage Skewers
Are you looking for a quick and easy meal that takes around 10 minutes to cook on your grill? If so you need to check out this delicious...
Erik
- Aug 31
- 1 min
Birthday Fun at the Mall of America & Benihana Dinner
When my family and I lived in California we would always celebrate our Birthday's at Benihana. It became a tradition, and we all loved...
Erik
- Aug 24
- 2 min
Jalapeno Popper Chicken Quesadillas
One of my favorite appetizers to serve my family and friends are Jalapeno Poppers. I usually wrap them with Bacon and smoke them to add...
Erik
- Aug 17
- 2 min
Smoked Rotisserie Pork Loin with a Maple Bourbon Honey Glaze
When I got the Monument Grills Denali 605 Pro Gas Grill I knew I had to cook something with the included Rotisserie. Of course the first...
Erik
- Aug 10
- 1 min
Review of Portillo's Restaurant
One Sunday morning Monica and I were enjoying our coffee and watched a few YouTube videos. We watched a review of Portillo's, which is a...
Erik
- Aug 3
- 2 min
Smoked Burgers on your Pellet Grill
Are you in the mood for a Burger, but want to try something different? Why not smoke them? Smoking them will take them to the next level...
Erik
- Jul 27
- 2 min
Sous Vide Beef Tenderloin Steaks
The main reason I first purchased a Sous Vide machine many years ago was to cook the perfect Steak. Like most of us my first few attempts...
Erik
- Jul 20
- 2 min
Bird Dog Chicken Sandwiches
I recently discovered the Bird Dog Chicken Sandwich. Basically it is like a Hot Dog, but instead of the Dog you use a breaded Chicken...
Erik
- Jul 13
- 1 min
Smoked Baby Back Ribs on the Pit Barrel Cooker
The main reason I purchased a Pit Barrel Cooker many years ago was to smoke some Ribs. I love a smoked Rib, and the flavor profile you...
Erik
- Jul 6
- 1 min
Pizza on a Gas Grill
I never considered that I could cook a Pizza on my Gas Grill. Usually I just throw the Pizza into the oven. But when Monument Grills sent...
Erik
- Jun 29
- 1 min
A&W Restaurant Review
My family and I live in a small Wisconsin town. We have no traffic lights or grocery store in our little town. So we were all excited to...
Erik
- Jun 22
- 1 min
Smoked Pulled Ham and Cheese Sliders
The classic Ham and Cheese sandwich is one of my favorites. Since I had some Ham that I recently smoked, I decided to make some Smoked...
Erik
- Jun 15
- 2 min
Holiday Smoked Sous Vide Prime Rib
One of my favorite Holiday meals to cook for my friends and family is Prime Rib. We were lucky that our local market accepted an expired...
Erik
- Jun 8
- 1 min
Review of the Vevor Portable Fridge/Freezer
I never thought I had a need for this, until I used it. Who doesn't need a portable Fridge/Freezer that you can take anywhere? This...
Erik
- Jun 1
- 1 min
Sous Vide Honey Garlic Pork Chops
When people who have just gotten a sous vide machine ask me what they should cook first I usually recommend Pork Chops. Pork Chops are...
Erik
- May 25
- 2 min
Instant Pot Corned Beef Reuben Sandwiches
One of my favorite sandwiches is the Classic Reuben. So when my local store had Corned Beef on sale I knew it was my opportunity to make...
Erik
- May 18
- 1 min
The Luvafoodie Grill Basket
One of the difficulties of grilling vegetables is worrying about them falling through your grill grates. The solution is using a Grill...
Erik
- May 11
- 2 min
Smoked Pulled Ham
Today I try something I have never tried. In fact until recently I never even heard of it. It is called Smoked Pulled Ham. What you do is...
Erik
- May 4
- 1 min
Wisconsin Old Fashioned with Neon
One thing I discovered after moving to Wisconsin was the drink called the Old Fashioned. This is definitely the official drink of...
Erik
- Apr 27
- 1 min
Sous Vide Prime Top Sirloin
Normally I do not pay the extra money to buy Prime Grade Beef. This is especially true if I plan to Sous Vide cook it, as with that...
Erik
- Apr 20
- 1 min
Monument Grills Denali 605 Pro Review
The brand new Flagship Grill from Monument Grills is here, the Denali 605 Pro. This Grill exhibits performance and quality that rivals...
Erik
- Apr 13
- 1 min
Smoked Vortex Chicken Drumsticks
Usually when you smoke Chicken Drumsticks the skin get rubbery, and then they are not very tasty. One of the best ways I found to...
Erik
- Apr 6
- 1 min
Double Smoked Sous Vide Tri Tip
One disadvantage of Sous Vide cooking is that the meat is usually missing the smokey flavor that you get when you smoke it. I have tried...
Erik
- Mar 30
- 2 min
Three Meat Smoked Chili
Who doesn't love a delicious bowl of hot Chili on a cold day? I decided to add some different flavors by using three different kinds of...
Erik
- Mar 23
- 1 min
In N Out Burger Recipe with Animal Fries
One of my favorite Burger places when I lived in southern California was In N Out Burger. They make awesome burgers, and have a cult like...
Erik
- Mar 16
- 1 min
Smoked Spatchcock Chicken
Here is a great way to smoke and cook a Chicken on your Smoker. Spatchcock the Chicken by cutting out the backbone. This will guarantee...
Erik
- Mar 9
- 1 min
Easy Budget Friendly Smoked Ribs
Have you noticed how expensive Barbecue Seasonings and Rubs have gotten lately? You can easily spend anywhere from $10 to $15 dollars for...
Erik
- Mar 2
- 1 min
Monument Grills Mesa 425 Gas Grill Review
Today I check out the brand new Monument Grills Mesa 425 Gas Grill. It has plenty of awesome features for a gas grill. If you are looking...
Erik
- Feb 24
- 1 min
Smoked Sous Vide Pork Belly
One of the reasons I love cooking Sous Vide is because you can achieve results that are just not possible with any other cooking method....
Erik
- Feb 17
- 1 min
Chopped Italian Sandwich
When I go to a sandwich shop my usual order is an Italian. I love the combination of meats and cheese, topped with onions, lettuce and...
Erik
- Feb 10
- 1 min
Smoked Turkey Breast in the Pellet Smoker
When I saw that had frozen Turkey Breasts on sale after the Holidays at the grocery store, I knew I had to pick one up. So much faster to...
Erik
- Feb 3
- 1 min
ChefsTemp ProTemp Plus Wireless Thermometer Review
One thing every cook needs is a good, reliable thermometer. Without one you are just guessing, and who wants that when you are serving...
Erik
- Jan 27
- 2 min
Sous Vide Lobster Pasta in a Lemon Cream Sauce
Of all the things I have cooked for my family over the years my son Kyle has a definite favorite, Sous Vide Lobster Pasta in a Lemon...
Erik
- Jan 20
- 2 min
Salisbury Steak in the Slow Cooker
Nothing is better than enjoying some warm comfort food this time of year when it is cold outside. Salisbury Streak is the perfect choice....
Erik
- Jan 13
- 1 min
Armeator A1 Wireless Meat Thermometer Review
When people ask me what products I recommend for those new to smoking or barbecuing the answer is clear. You need a decent Thermometer....
Erik
- Jan 6
- 1 min
Smoked Sous Vide Roast Beef
One of my favorite things to cook sous vide is Roast Beef. This is because I can take a tough piece of Beef and make it very tender by...
Erik
- Dec 30, 2023
- 2 min
Oklahoma Onion Smash Burgers
If you are looking for a delicious Smash Burger recipe that is very basic and easy to make, look no further than the Oklahoma Onion Smash...
Erik
- Dec 23, 2023
- 2 min
Loaded Smoked Cheese Ball
Are you looking for a unique appetizer recipe to make and share with your family and friends this Holiday Season? If so I have the...
Erik
- Dec 16, 2023
- 1 min
Maple Bourbon Honey Ham
One of the easiest holiday dinners you can prepare for your family and friends is a Ham. They are already fully cooked and smoked, so all...
Erik
- Dec 9, 2023
- 2 min
Smoked Whiskey Apple Crisp
When my wife and kids went to an apple orchard and came home with lots of apples, I had to figure out how to use them in a recipe. So I...
Erik
- Dec 2, 2023
- 2 min
Maple Bourbon Honey Ribs
One thing that Wisconsin is known for is Maple Syrup, so when I discovered a local company in my town selling pure Maple Syrup I knew I ...
Erik
- Nov 25, 2023
- 1 min
Smoked Chicken Thighs
Have you noticed how much more money it cost today to buy your groceries? Thanks to inflation buying meat has become expensive,...
Erik
- Nov 18, 2023
- 2 min
Beef Stir Fry on your Blackstone Griddle
A few weeks ago I made Stir Fry on my Blackstone Griddle, and boy was it Delicious. Cooking everything on the Griddle and then at the end...
Erik
- Nov 11, 2023
- 1 min
Smoked Turkey Breast
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and the traditional meal to have is Turkey. But what if you don't want to hassle cooking a whole...
Erik
- Nov 4, 2023
- 1 min
Smoked Beer Cheese Brat Burgers
Living in Wisconsin has given me a new appreciation for Bratwursts. They are a big deal here, and people love them, especially while...
Erik
- Oct 28, 2023
- 1 min
How to turn your Gas Grill into a Smoker
I love smoking food and sharing my recipes with you all. I also am lucky that I own several smokers that I use on my YouTube channel. But...
Erik
- Oct 21, 2023
- 1 min
Chicken Stir Fry on the Blackstone Griddle
When you need a quick and easy meal, Stir Fry is your answer. The hardest part is preparing the ingredients. Once everything is sliced up...