Feed the Dog that Bit Ya…Bacon

You could chase away a hangover (temporarily) with the “hair of the dog that bit ya,” but some scientists (apparently not cardiologists) suggest another remedy.  The Daily Telegraph reports that a bacon sandwich is just the right elixer to boost amino acids, speed up metabolism, and whet your queasy appetite. 

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To Try: Grandma Maroni’s Smackdown Italian Meatballs

Okay, okay, so technically this 100-year old recipe beat Bobby Flay in a “throwdown,” but “smackdown” just sounds so much better.  That guy can be a cocky S.O. …well, you know.  I haven’t tried them yet, but intend to soon—just as soon as I come up for air amidst all this wedding planning.  This week I’ll also be [...]

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Pork Carnitas

I don’t know how authentic this recipe is exactly—it started with a wikipedia entry* and combines elements of various recipes I found online.  Regardless, pork carnitas is the perfect recipe for a Saturday or Sunday.  It takes a while to cook, but most of that is “passive” time in the oven.  And the result?  Tender, crispy, intensely [...]

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Caribbean Marinade

For pork or chicken. Excellent on the grill.
-1/2 c. peanut or olive oil
-1/3 c. soy sauce
-1/4 c. balsamic vinegar
-1 Tbsp. Sriracha chili sauce
-1 Tbsp. honey
-1 Tbsp. brown sugar
-1 Tsp. fresh ground black pepper
-3 cloves fresh garlic, finely chopped
-1 tsp. Allspice
-Juice of half a lime

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