Monthly Archives: May 2016

Transit of Mercury

On May 9th Mercury made a transit across the Sun, meaning it passed between the Sun and the Earth.  This only happens about 13 times a century, with the next transit on November 11th, 2019.  Typically this takes several hours and we were fortunate to have clear skies for the first few hours. Mercury is… Read More »

Basil Steak Marinade

This has become our favorite way to make steak and making it couldn’t be simpler.  I’ve even made this camping on a little smokey grill and some friends said it was one of the best steaks they’ve ever had. Ingredients: 1/3 cup soy sauce 1/2 cup olive oil 1/3 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup Worcestershire… Read More »

Buffalo – Cilantro Chicken Sandwiches

These chicken sandwiches are another family favorite of ours.  It has a lot of strong flavors, yet somehow it’s not overwhelming when all together. Ingredients: Whole wheat hamburger buns Chicken breasts Buffalo wing sauce Pepperjack cheese slices Jalapenos – fresh, sliced thin Fresh cilantro – whole leaves, smaller stems ok Directions: Make homemade buffalo wing… Read More »

Buffalo Wing Sauce – Medium

I haven’t found a good Buffalo Wing Sauce in the stores but this recipe makes an excellent sauce.  We use it all the time with the Buffalo – Cilantro Chicken Sandwich recipe. Ingredients: 1 cup Frank’s cayenne pepper sauce 1/3 cup vegetable oil 1 tsp sugar 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp garlic powder 1/2… Read More »