Recipes

Welcome to Daryn's Backyard! I love my Weber kettle grills, but all of these recipes can easily be transferred to another method of cooking. The key is time and temperature, and starting with the best pork you can find doesn't hurt. Country-style pork ribs are a cut of meat that comes from the blade end of the pork loin, close to the pork shoulder. They are versatile and can be cooked in a variety of ways, including grilling, roasting, braising, or even smoked. They can be seasoned with a dry rub or marinated before cooking, and are often paired with BBQ sauce.

Are you ready for a mouth-watering chicken soup recipe that will warm your soul? Look no further! Jake’s chicken is the perfect addition to this creamy soup that will leave you feeling satisfied and comforted. Whether you prefer to roast, fry, or grill your chicken, this recipe is versatile enough to accommodate any cooking method. Once the chicken is cooked, simply shred the meat into bite-sized pieces and add it to the soup.

The key to making large pieces of meat for the holidays is proper time management. Go by the guidelines I’ve listed for thawing and cooking your ham. If you stick to these it will give you one less thing to worry about!

When you start with a high-quality cut of meat like our Pork Loin Roast, a simple preparation is all you need for a truly outstanding meal.

Winter is the perfect time to switch up the menu and make some braised dishes. Braising is simply cooking food that is partially submerged in a flavorful liquid. Vegetables and aromatics are added to the liquid, so that it’s much like a stock. We finish this dish with a nice big bunch of fresh herbs called a gremolata. Gremolata is a classic Italian accompaniment that can be used for a variety of dishes. The mixture of parsley, garlic, lemon zest and pine nuts adds a unique flavor that you’ll love! You can cook this on the stovetop, or if you wish, in the oven. I give it about an hour at barely a simmer. Serve it with a nice green vegetable and a big scoop of mashed potatoes!

The first thing to remember when cooking your turkey for Thanksgiving is this rule: DO NOT PANIC! Roasting a turkey is one of the easiest things in the world to do, I’m a professional chef and I swear that it’s true! If you follow my simple guidelines I can guarantee you’ll come out with a well-prepared main course for your holiday table. - Bill Nolan, Nolan Hospitality