Rich’s Kitchen

I love just about every kind of seafood and am a big fan of Cajun-style cooking. I was heartbroken when my favorite Cajun restaurant in Cleveland closed several years ago.

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and rinse thoroughly in cold water.

When I was a kid, whenever we hosted a meal for one of my sports teams or a family get-together, my mom made these BBQ chipped ham sandwiches.

I’ve always had a sweet tooth, and this is easily my favorite brownie recipe. When I was coaching girls travel basketball, I would make a double batch to reward my team after a hard practice

While turkey or ham is the most traditional holiday main course, sometimes they aren’t popular with every member of the family. And in my family, my wife happens to be allergic to turkey meat, so we are always looking for an alternative. Many times, we settle on meatloaf.

Cook all ingredients over medium heat until boiling and sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat and simmer until reduced to a thick syrup.

Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. Add garlic and stir until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients and heat just to a simmer. Remove from heat and set aside, until ready to toss with your wings.

2 Lbs chicken wings, cut into drums and flats ¾ C Cornstarch, divided ¼ C Flour 2 tsp Baking powder 2 tsp Salt 1 tsp Each of pepper, garlic powder,…

For the slaw: 1 Head Lettuce 1 Head Cauliflower 2 Bunches Green Onions 1 Cup Crumbled Bacon For the dressing: 2 Cups Mayo ¼ Parmesan Cheese ¼ Sugar 1 T…

Grilling fish is often intimidating. Many home chefs have tried it, only to have the fish stick to the grill or pan and are afraid to try again. But once…

Guacamole seems like one of those foods that people either love or hate. It makes a great dip for tortilla chips. When served on the side it cools off a…

Ingredients: 4 Large Pieces Beef Short Ribs (About 1 ½ Lbs.) Salt & Pepper to taste 2 T Vegetable Oil 2 Cups Beef Broth 1 Cup White Wine 2 Medium…

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 2006-2010 American Community Survey, 27 different countries of ancestry have been listed for Crawford County alone. The largest reported populations of ancestry are German…

During the holiday season, it’s easy to find pre-cooked shrimp cocktail with sauce already prepared at your local grocery store. But preparing your own shrimp cocktail is easy to do…

These Christmas sandwich cookies are rich and buttery, and practically melt in your mouth! Cookie dough: 1 C Soft Butter 1/3 C Whipping Cream 2 C All purpose flour Granulated…

I started making this salad several years ago, and it quickly became a family favorite. In fact, it has become expected that I bring it to every family get-together, or…

Everyone loves the French fries that you get at the county fair. But you don’t have to wait for the fair to come around, when you can make the same,…

Ingredients: 6 Large Baby Portabella Mushrooms 4 oz  Lump Crab Meat 1/8 C Mayo 1/8 C, plus 1 T Panko Bread Crumbs, divided 2 tsp Old Bay 3 T Butter,…

I have a confession. It’s not easy to come up with new recipes each issue, because honestly, I seldom make dishes the same way twice. I typically follow a basic…

This is a great alternative to the usual Italian-style pasta salad. It’s also easy to customize to your own taste. Try replacing or adding to the ingredients below by substituting…

In an effort to eat healthier, along with the recent chicken shortage, I’ve discovered the joys using fried cauliflower as a main dish. It can be used in place of…

Mussels make a great appetizer or side dish to any holiday menu. They’re quick and simple to prepare, and offer a mild seafood bite with touch of buttery garlic. For…

We’ve all experienced that roomful of guests waiting for a turkey that just doesn’t seem to finish cooking. And when it does, the breast is burnt to a crisp, while…