Domincan Republic; La Romana

Cool drink by the pool.

Grouper Ceviche

Seafood salad

Fresh fruit stand right next to the beach, and bar.

BARBEQUE CHICKEN

"Oh yeah baby!!!! Life is good."

I just take legs and thighs, simmer than in a seasoned stock with onions, carrots, tomatoes, celery, fresh rosemary, salt, and pepper...or just a simple liquid is fine. Low simmer for a couple of hours or until chicken is fully cooked. Then remove from stock, add bbq sauce and grill.

BABY BACK RIBS

Slow cooked Baby Back Ribs with a New Mexican Rub. I slow cooked it for about 4 1/2 hrs on as at about 225. I used some smoked paprika, dried Chiles from New Mexico, garlic, onion, brown sugar, and kosher salt.

Italian Club @ Yogi's

Italian Club at Yogis in Pasadena, MD (near Compass Point Golf course).

Best club sandwich I have had layered with provolone, ham, capricola, salami, and bologna.

They have other great menu items, too.

Buitoni "Wild Mushroom Raviolis"

I sauteed garlic, onion, tomato, and broccoli rabe in olive oil and finished it with some white wine, fresh lemon, and parmesan.

Here is an incredible product that I highly reccomend. I am not big on frozen raviolis, but this is up there with some of the best. http://www.buitoni.com/Public/Default.aspx You can buy them at Safeway in Maryland and the website will give you more information on how to get your hands on more of their products.

Grilled Marinated Skirt Steak Burrito with peppers, onion, and shredded cheese

Great night to grill out after several rainy days here in Maryland. Kristy bought a skirt steak, an inexpensive cut that is very versatile, which I marinated with worchestire, olive oil, smoked paprika, black pepper, kosher salt, and Tastefully Simple grill seasoning.

Topped with shredded Monterey Jack and Cheddar and served with a side of quinoa.

Juicy and tender!

Mis en place.

I got a nice sear on it to lock in all the natural juces.

About 6 minutes on each side.

Smells good!

Ok, it's done.

Go O's!

Go Orioles! We we were at the game the other night and I captured this picture with the crabs and Old Bay Seasoning.