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Chris Cooks: Faux Pho

Pho is an amazingly complex, flavorful and comforting Vietnamese soup. And while the popularity of this soup has brought with it countless tutorials on how to make it, there are times where you crave it now and don’t have 18+ hours to slow simmer a bone broth. This recipe is rich, with flavors that mimic […]

Low Country Seafood Bake

If you’re familiar with what a clam bake is, don’t compare this to that. This is closer to a low country seafood boil, but is done with vegetables, wrapped in tin foil and baked in the oven. And yes, it’s keto-friendly and super yummy. Though I use snow crab legs, you could use clams instead, […]

Grilled pork tenderloin with a grilled potato salad

I’m not a fan of what most people think of when they hear the words, “potato salad.” Cold potatoes just aren’t my thing. But this warm version is easy and packed with flavor. Served with a simple grilled tenderloin rubbed with herbs and garlic, it’s all perfect. This is a grilled recipe, but the pork […]

Grilled Pork Chili

I can officially say that I have created an “award-winning” chili recipe. Sure the award was a $25 gift card, and the competition was my office’s yearly chili cookoff, but don’t let the small venue fool you. I think this chili could handle any crowd, and their various tastebuds. It’s a little smoky, a little […]

Al Pastor Recipe

We’re back, and totally still celebrating the launch of my 3 eCookbooks, Chris Loves Burgers, Chris Loves Tacos, and  Chris Loves Wings. This time, instead of sharing a full on taco recipe, I’m going to share my recipe for al pastor, which is a classic meat for tacos. My version has a couple modern twists, but I […]

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