The Salty Cook

Category: Recipes

  • Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy

    Pork chops are good, and mushrooms are good, so combining the two must be delicious. The mushroom gravy in this recipe is a nice saucy addition to the other white meat. Ingredients 4 pork chops Kosher salt Fresh-cracked black pepper 4 tbsp. butter, divided into 2-tbsp blocks 1 tbsp. flour 3/4 cup chicken stock 3/4…

  • Pork Rub

    Dry rubs are an essential tool in any cook’s arsenal. This pork rub is great for chops, butts, or whatever version of pork you’re making. Ingredients: 1/4 cup brown sugar (you may use more if you like your pork sweeter) 1 tbsp. paprika 1 tbsp. black pepper 1 tbsp. kosher salt 1 tbsp. garlic powder…

  • Sheet Pan Pork Chops

    While I do feel bad for the pigs, their meat is pretty good and the world is ruthless. This recipe for sheet pan pork chops is a nice way to add some good veggies to your diet while still indulging in porky goodness. Ingredients 4-5 pork chops — we use slices of pork tenderloin instead…

  • Slow-Cooker Chili

    The slow cooker is an underrated piece of kitchen kit. This slow-cooker chili is perfect for cool autumn days, but you’ll want to eat it year-round. Best of all, it’s quick, easy, and nourishing. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds of ground beef — you can add sausage or replace with ground chicken, turkey, or vegetarian meat…

  • Chicken Satay with Thai Peanut Sauce

    Chicken satay is always satisfying, especially with this tasty Thai-style peanut sauce. Ingredients 1 1/2 pounds of chicken, cut into bite-size chunks 3-4 Thai peppers, or other spicy red peppers 1 chopped shallot 2 stalks of lemongrass, or lemongrass paste; you may also use a teaspoon of lemon zest and a teaspoon of minced ginger…

  • Thai-Style Peanut Sauce

    This Thai-style peanut sauce is a great dip for chicken satay, spring rolls, or vegetables. It can also be used on grilled meats or as a sauce in noodles or rice! Ingredients 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter 2 tablespoons soy sauce 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar 2 tablespoons Sriracha sauce 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1…

  • Dutch Apple Pie

    If you don’t like Dutch Apple Pie, your soul is empty. I don’t make the rules, I just report them. Tart, juicy apples; rich brown sugar, cinnamon and cloves; a tasty streusel topping; what’s not to like? This pie recipe takes time and effort to make, but it is absolutely worth the effort. I like…

  • Thai Red Curry

    Thai is one of my favorite cuisines. Full of bright flavors and vibrant spices, it manages to be exciting, flavorful, and often very light and energizing. This red curry recipe is a favorite of me and my wife. You can serve it over rice, or just eat it as-is. Ingredients 2 tbsp. sesame or olive…

  • Creamy Mushroom & Chicken Florentine Pasta

    This simple, fast, and delicious pasta meal is a crowd-pleaser every time. Bow-tie pasta adds a fun flair, while the creamy mushroom sauce adds lip-smacking savoriness. If you want to be fancy, you can add asparagus, bell peppers, or green beans! Ingredients 1 16-ounce box of farfalle (bowtie) pasta 1 tbsp. olive oil 1 pound…

  • Korean Pork Chops

    Pork chops are a classic dinner, but these Korean-inspired pork chops have a nice sweet-savory flavor imparted by a simple marinade. Serve it up with some salad, rice, or noodles!