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Duck – Duck – Chook? A Sparkling Shiraz Chook!

A chook is Aussie slang for a chicken. And “The Chook” is an South Australian sparkling shiraz. But what does all that have to do with barbecue?  And what about the duck, Jerry? I’m glad you asked. It started at … Continue reading

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Crazy hot jerked chicken (Crazy! Like, sooo crazy!)

Kind of like a party in your mouth. Jerked chicken has a lot of flavor going on. Island flavors, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cinnamon, lime, molasses, rum. Then there is the heat. Some serious heat from habaneros (I don’t ever see … Continue reading

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Smoky Goodness Pot Roast with Gravy

I really like 7-bone chuck for pot roast. And chili. And beef stew. Its a versatile cut, as long as you have some time (or a pressure cooker). Turns out, I have both. And Safeway had 7-bone chuck on sale. … Continue reading

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