Author Archives for Scott Anderson

Review: Wholemato Spicy Organic Agave Ketchup


Right out of the bottle this sauce hits you with spiced up flavor mirrored with a wonderfully rich tasting mouth-feel. It’s not watered down like store bottled ketchup nor is it as sweet as many familiar brands on the market. A simple scan of the ingredients shows that the lineup is entirely organic and gluten-free, […]

Smoked Chicken - Char-Broil Style


I recently set up my new Char-Broil Double Door Smoker/Grill combo and was eager to get something on the grill! So I followed the seasoning instructions, coated the interior of the grill with vegetable oil and built a small fire in the firebox and let the smoker get up to temp and sealed it […]

Bazura BBQ Banner Apron


This apron came from Bazura Biz, a Canadian company that designs and sells eco-friendly bags, aprons and accessories to help sustain a Women’s Co-Op in the Philippines. What would once be thrown away is now reclaimed and instead of being deposited into the local landfill it’s become a commodity for sale.
As for the apron, it’s […]

A perfect steak requires the perfect margarita!


When the Margaritaville Fiji Frozen Concoction Machine arrived it was a very easy setup. The instructions were straightforward and in no time the step-by-step set up had the machine ready to produce some delicious frozen beverages. The craftsmanship and quality were apparent at the onset, and the weight of the machine gave a certain feel […]

Death Valley Chipotle Kettle Chips


The winner of the fourth annual People Choice campaign, Death Valley Chipotle chips beat out flavors such as Wicked Hot Sauce, Mango Chili, Jalapeño Salsa Fresca, and Orange Ginger Wasabi. In addition to the winning flavor, the colorful bag is emblazoned with fan tributes shared during the fourth annual People’s Choice campaign.
Upon opening the bag […]

Grilled Citrus Lobster Tails


Grilled Citrus Lobster Tails
serves 4

1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 cup EVOO
3 T. fresh lime juice
2 T. fresh OJ
2 tsp. smoked paprika
1/2 tsp. citrus grill seasoning
1 tsp. minced garlic
1-1/2 tsp. kosher sea salt
1/4 tsp. black pepper
4 lobster tails (8 to 10 oz. each)

Preheat a gas grill for high heat. Lightly oil the grate or spray it […]

Grilled Italian Panini


• 2 oz sliced Genoa Salami
• 1 oz sliced Hard Salami
• 1 oz thinly sliced Spiced Ham
• 3 thin slices Prosciutto
• 2 thin slices Asiago
• 2 thin slices Smoked Cheddar
• Chipotle aioli
• 1 oz Sautéed Red Onions
• 1 sandwich ciabatta roll – sliced
• 1 bottle of EVOO
Spread chipotle aioli evenly on the top and bottom piece of sliced ciabatta bread.
Arrange cheese, and meats on one […]

Grilled Spicy Sausage Burritos


INGREDIENTS

8 (4-6 ounce) spicy Chorizo Sausage
1 (15 ounce) can red beans
1/2 cup cooked Spanish rice
1 orange bell pepper
1 red bell pepper
1 smoked poblano pepper
1/2 bunch red leaf or frislee lettuce, shredded
1 cup Pico de Gallo
1 cup Shredded Monterey and Jack Cheese
2 cups light sour cream
2 cups fresh guacamole
6 (12 inch) flour tortillas

Preheat grill and lightly […]

Zesty Mango Chicken


Sauce:
1 cup Mango Puree
1 cup Red Thai Sweet Chili Sauce
1/2 cup Zesty Orange Sauce (General Tso’s can be substituted)
1/4 cup Spicy Plum Sauce
1/2 cup Liquid Butter (Melted will work)
1 tbsp Blackened Seasfood Seasoning
Fresh Cilantro
Combine ingredients stiring together to completely mix flavors and place into a container and leave in the fridge for at least 1 […]

Homemade Soda While you Grill


Upon receiving the Soda Club, I put it through its paces and worked up several beverages, including diet colas and fruit-enhanced beverages. The set-up was very simple and the directions gave clear and concise steps to set up the carbonizer.
The top feature is self control of the water source. You decide what you start with, […]

Scott Anderson

I'm the Associate Food Service Director at Shepherd University and work with the local board of health as a ServSafe Instructor. I also work with Antietam National Battlefield as Project Director on new Food Service venues. I love to try new recipes and am often seen in the kitchen reinventing some old classics; usually kicked up a notch in the heat index. One can never have enough spice or heat to flavor a dish. Just remember to tell the customer so they don't end up running to the water fountain.