Monthly Archives: February 2011

Cooking With Beer Ingredients – Part 2: Hops

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Jeff

I’ve said before that I am a fan of Sean Z. Paxton, The Homebrew Chef.  On his January 13 show on The Brewing Network, he talked about cooking with beer ingredients.  Here are my notes from the show. Sean said hops are … Continue reading →

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Video: Chicken Pasta with Porcini Mushroom Sauce

Posted on February 27, 2011 by Jeff

I am not a beer snob.  I will not look down my nose and tell someone who drinks Budweiser that they might as well be drinking horse urine.  I  believe that every beer has its place.  Sometimes, a Bud or … Continue reading →

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Carrots in Beer and Dill

Posted on February 26, 2011 by Jeff

In the 1980s, I spent most Saturdays watching the local PBS station.  After Bugs Bunny was over, of course.  I would watch Bob Ross, then another artist, and then the cooking shows.  The best cooking show was The Frugal Gourmet. … Continue reading →

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Samuel Adams Thick and Spicy Chili

Posted on February 25, 2011 by Jeff

From: Samuel Adams Makes 8 servings. Ingredients 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 onions, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 pound ground beef 3/4 pound beef sirloin, cubed 1 Bottle Samuel Adams Boston Lager 1(14 ounce) can beef broth 1 cup … Continue reading →

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Cooking with Beer Ingredients – Part 1: Grain

Posted on February 24, 2011 by Jeff

I’ve said before that I am a fan of Sean Z. Paxton, The Homebrew Chef.  On his January 13 show on The Brewing Network, he talked about cooking with beer ingredients.  Here are my notes from the show. Everyone should … Continue reading →

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24 Diner Ommegang Dinner – March 2

Posted on February 23, 2011 by Jeff

Chef Drew of 24 Diner in Austin has teamed up with New York brewery Ommegang to create a five-course extravaganza, the centerpiece of which is the pairing of coffee-crusted pastrami, local green cabbage and pumpernickel croutons with very rare 2004 … Continue reading →

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Grilled Chipotle Catfish with Pineapple Mint Salsa

Posted on February 22, 2011 by Jeff

From: Tabasco.com For the catfish: 1 cup beer 3 tablespoons TABASCO® brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce 1/4 cup minced onion 2 tablespoons molasses 2 teaspoons kosher salt 3 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar 4 cleaned catfish fillets, … Continue reading →

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Wisconsin Cheddar, Swiss and Beer Soup

Posted on February 21, 2011 by Jeff

From: Wisconsin Cheese Marketing Board Servings: 12 Ingredients: 2 cups diced onion 2 tablespoons chopped garlic 1/2 pound (2 sticks) butter 1/2 cup flour 2 quarts milk 2 bay leaves 3 cups (12 ounces) shredded medium Cheddar cheese 3 cups … Continue reading →

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Video: Beer Battered Bacon

Posted on February 20, 2011 by Jeff
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NXNW Brewer’s Dinner – February 27

Posted on February 19, 2011 by Jeff

The Brewer’s Dinner at North by Northwest features a menu carefully crafted by Head Chef George Powell. Each dinner includes several courses, all served with our own beers to complement and enhance the meal. This time: Cheese, Seafood and Veal. … Continue reading →

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