DINNER IDEAS
August 22, 2019
Grilled Halibut topped with a zesty grapefruit avocado salsa is a great way to add a little freshness to your weeknight dinner. This comes together really […]
August 9, 2019
Chicken Tender are one of those things that I never have a problem serving the kids. Outside of them being shaped in a letter or dinosaur, […]
July 30, 2019
Smoked rib eyes are pretty much the only way I do rib eyes these days. But how you sear them makes a whole world of difference. […]
July 25, 2019
Grilled Shrimp Orzo Pasta Salad is such an easy and fresh way to make dinner. It’s zesty, satisfying and had a ton of flavor. For the […]
Hi. I’m Derek.
I AM A DAD, FOOD BLOGGER, AND FIXER OF BROKEN TOYS.
I’m in the IT industry by day, and moonlight as a food blogger. I love to share meals I create for my family!
My passion in life to use food to take a break from life, and re-connect as a family at the dinner table. I love encouraging families to cook by sharing recipes, tips and tricks that make cooking simple, enjoyable and delicious!
DAD LIFE
January 14, 2019
Weekend projects are what I live for. Since moving into our new home, I’ve dubbed Sundays “Project Day” And with craziness of the holidays is behind […]
November 18, 2018
I love making apple galettes but can’t give up that wonderful smoky flavor of the summer. This grilled apple galette is a wonderful blend of fall […]
October 30, 2018
If you’re looking to make your own pastrami, using a brine might be something you’re just not ready to do yet. You can easily make smoked […]
September 28, 2018
If I had a dime for every time I tossed a carton of unused strawberries, well… I’d have like 50 cents. Because that was the old […]
My Latest Recipes
August 22, 2019
Grilled Halibut topped with a zesty grapefruit avocado salsa is a great way to add a little freshness to your weeknight dinner. This comes together really […]
August 9, 2019
Chicken Tender are one of those things that I never have a problem serving the kids. Outside of them being shaped in a letter or dinosaur, […]
July 30, 2019
Smoked rib eyes are pretty much the only way I do rib eyes these days. But how you sear them makes a whole world of difference. […]
July 25, 2019
Grilled Shrimp Orzo Pasta Salad is such an easy and fresh way to make dinner. It’s zesty, satisfying and had a ton of flavor. For the […]
July 16, 2019
There’s your normal Caesar salad, then there’s grilled shrimp caesar salad. And I’m talking about grilling it all. From grilling shrimp to grilling the romaine lettuce. […]
July 11, 2019
When its a lazy night, nothing beats making instant pot shredded chicken. It falls apart, juicy, and goes in just about anything! This is incredibly simple, […]