by Kurt Winner I like this dish because it’s fun to make, and if you like Mexican style food and heat, you’ll really like this one. I would suggest using northwest raised chicken.  I have always gotten the best results, tender, flavorful and not… Read more

by Kurt Winner I have just returned home from cold but gorgeous Quebec City, Canada, and at the top of my to-do  list was to make something hot, soothing, and delicious to warm my heart and soul. This stew goes a bit lighter on the meat and more… Read more

large can crushed tomatoes 1 large can tomato sauce 4 Tbs. extra virgin olive oil 6 cloves garlic crushed 1 medium onion diced 1 Tbs. chicken base 1Tbs. oregano 1 Tbs. basil ¼ cup red wine ½ cup grated Pecorino Romano or… Read more

by Kurt Winner My favorite kind of food is comfort food; it’s simple, easy to make, and most of all delicious. Most comfort food can trace its start back to what was “on hand” in the pantry, or more likely hard times and the lack of money…. Read more

Preheat oven to 450° F. Pie crust (enough for two 9-inch crusts) 3 cups sifted  flour (with the salt) 1 tsp salt 1 ¼ cups shortening (we used Crisco) 1 egg, beaten 2 Tbs apple cider vinegar 3 Tbs Ice cold water             Cut… Read more