Turkey Burger Reicpe

Turkey burgers are a cooking artists dream. Ground turkey by itself does not have tons of flavor so it can be a lot of fun adding flavors that really bring out the best in the turkey. 

The other side of turkey is it can dry out very easily. A trick I learned from watching my wife is to add some water to your pan after you get a nice crust on the burger and cover. It basically gives the burger a quick braise, absorbing the liquid and keeping it nice and juicy. 

Enjoy!

The last post workout recipe you'll ever need

I love to run. 

I love to cook.  

I love to cook food that makes me feel good after I run. 

Let me tell you, replenishment does not have to be the same boring bagel and banana that so many of us eat after we work out.  Sure, quick and easy carb centric foods are a great way to refuel, but adding some flavor to your post work out routine - that feels good. 

Here is my Refuel Special, a quick and easy recipe that will keep your engine humming after a tough work out.

Watermelon BBQ Sauce

In honor of National Watermelon Day, I put together a watermelon inspired menu for a casual dinner party I was having.

Spice rubbed pork loin with watermelon BBQ sauce with a side of brown rice and green beans topped with a watermelon salsa.

If you want something done right....

I have had a run of terrible service at restaurants recently.  In my work life, I am a customer service professional, so in addition to being a food, beer and wine snob, I am a bit of a "customer experience" snob as well.  While that might make me a tough customer please, providing a meal with decent service is what restaurants are supposed to do...it's all they have to do.  So I do not think it is unreasonable to expect them to get it right.

Here's service in 7 simple steps: