There is a saying that real men don't eat quiche, there may have been a book with that title as well. Maybe they did not eat quiche because it had no kick to it. Rest assured that you can serve this spicy tomato and sausage quiche to men and they will eat it.

I like this spicy shrimp and corn stir-fry recipe because it calls for fresh corn that is still on the cob.

If you are grilling outside for a crowd, make this Asian style marinade for grilled chicken wings, pork chops, fish or shrimp. This marinade is cooked to get full flavor then brushed on item just 15 minutes before grilling.

Borlotti or Cranberry beans have a great buttery taste. They are similar in flavor to the cannellini bean, but have a bigger flavor. If you have not tried them, look for them at your supermarket in the dried beans section.

You can think of Pork Chops Etouffee as a fancy name for smothered pork chops. Your bread of choice should be a tasty coarse wheat bread from your local bakery.

I have read conflicting articles about the origin of Brunswick Stew. The most credible seems to be that this stew was originally prepared with squirrel meat and stale bread around the 1800's by an African American cook named Jimmy Matthews.

There are so many jerk seasoning recipes. This one works for me because these are herbs and spices that I generally have in my kitchen cabinet.

Try red snapper this way. It has simple flavors and is sauteed in olive oil and butter until moist and flaky. The combination helps to make the lightly crisped fish a slight buttery flavor. The cayenne pepper adds another flavor level. Add a side of coleslaw with sliced Granny Smith apples.

Pork Roast with peppered jelly is a delicious and easy dish to serve for a buffet or large party. Keep this recipe in mind for family reunions.

Spicy pear relish served with a simple roasted chicken makes a great old fashioned Sunday or any day meal.