RIVER CITY DINER
Greetings!
What a blessing to have been raised in Memphis by a country cook who knew what she was doing. Good cooking was just a way of life in our household and among our extended family. My mother prepared the best fried chicken in Tipton County (We grew up in Memphis, but our reunions were in Tipton County.) according to my aunts, uncles, cousins, and great aunts & uncles; I have no reason to doubt their words of praise. I saw at every family reunion whose chicken was the first to go. And my mother wasn’t the only good cook in our house.
My daddy was a master at the grill and could throw together a variety of tasty snacks inside as well. He specialized in oyster stew & Bleu Cheese Dressing; and sitting down with Daddy as we built snacks of smoked oysters, cheeses, crackers, olives, and anything else he could scrape together was a banquet in itself.
The blog entries below come from recipes we enjoy around our household; from recipes I’ve yet to try; from recipes given me by friends and family, and things I’ve read about on line or in real print. Yes, I do still subscribe to magazines that come in the mail. Also there are posts about cooking equipment, techniques, sources for more information, etc. I hope you find something of interest. By all means, feel free to write
Penne Pasta with Garlic Roasted Tomatoes and White Beans
Ingredients3 large tomatoes, cut into wedges4 cloves garlic, unpeeled2 tablespoons olive oil1/4 teaspoon saltFreshly ground black pepper1(15 ounce) can cannellini beans1/2 pound penne pasta1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn2 tablespoons freshly grated...
Grilled Portabello Mushrooms on Kaiser Rolls
IngredientsAioli 1/3 cup mayonnaise 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon minced garlic Marinade 3/4 cup extra virgin olive oil 1/4 cup red wine vinegar 2 tablespoons finely minced shallot 1 teaspoon minced garlic 1 teaspoon kosher salt...
Southern Pulled-Pork Sandwiches (Oven)
Pork shoulder, a well-marbled cut available at most supermarkets, turns tender after long, slow cooking. Spice rub and vinegar give it that "southern" touch. Ingredients 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepperCoarse salt and ground black...
Quick Maple Barbecue Sauce
Ingredients1/2 cup cider vinegar 1 cup ketchup 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 tablespoons dry mustard 1/4 cup maple syrup 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper 1 teaspoon kosher salt...
Brined Grill-Roasted Chicken
Ingredients1/3 cup brown sugar 2/3 cup kosher salt 3 quarts cold water 1 bay leaf ; torn into pieces3 sprigs fresh thyme 4 garlic cloves ; peeled2 allspice berries ; crushed1 teaspoon peppercorns 3 pound whole chicken3 tablespoon Butter ; meltedInstructionsFor the...
Greek Poultry Marinade
Ingredients1 cup fresh lemon juice 1 shallot, minced ; (about 1/4 cup)6 garlic cloves ; thinly sliced1 bunch fresh oregano ; minced1 cup olive oil 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper InstructionsWhisk ingredients together until well combined....
Tequila Citrus Marinade for Poultry
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Spatchcock Chicken
Instructions 1. Place the chicken breast-side down on a cutting board. Using poultry shears or a very sharp knife, cut from the neck to the tail end along either side of the backbone to remove. You'll be cutting through flesh and small bones, so you'll have to use...
Tipton’s BBQ Sauce
I'm not sure, but I believe this recipe appeared in the Covington Leader a few decades ago. I got it from my mother.Ingredients 6 tablespoon salt6 tablespoon chili powder4 cups ketchup4 cups white vinegar4 cups water1 onion1/2 cup sorghum Instructions Bring all the...
Scallops in Wine Sauce
Ingredients1 pound Scallops ; thawed1/2 cup Milk 1/2 cup Bread crumbs 1 teaspoon Salt 1 teaspoon Black pepper 4 tablespoon Butter ; divided2 tablespoon Flour InstructionsBoil scallops gently in the milk for about 4 minutes over medium heat. In another pan, combine...