Gnawing on Antlers

I’ve mentioned before that Stella puppy is a major chewer. One of her favorite things to chew on is a deer antler! She started off with bones and liked them fine, but antlers are much more satisfying for her. They are softer than bones, so she probably feels more productive when she wears them down. They also seem to smell good to her even though I can’t detect an odor on them (much better than bully sticks, and less disgusting!). … Continue reading

Deli Style T-BLATs!

What is a T-BLAT, you ask? A turkey bacon, lettuce, avocado, and tomato sandwich, of course! Best served on crusty bread with a healthy schmear of dijon mustard. There’s nothing here not to love! For us, this is the perfect lazy summer night’s dinner. Especially after I got a serious craving for a BLT after I saw it on a diner’s menu…but this version is definitely better. There’s not much guidance I can give for making this sandwich because it’s … Continue reading

Best Short Ribs

These short ribs are the best! They’re the perfect marriage between a classic boeuf bourgignon and something you might find in a modern restaurant (at least you’d find them in my restaurant if I had one). They are so tender that the bones fall right out of them, and if you’re lucky enough to have leftovers, they make the PERFECT sandwich filling. Just thinking about it is making me want to cook up another batch at this very moment! To … Continue reading