Expobar Brewtus IV-R Excessive Steam and Water Leak
There are two issues affecting the Expobar Brewtus IV-R. Explosive steam release and venting Water leak at internal connection point While warming up, the machine will occasionally release steam. (This minor venting is expected.) The problem is that the machine now builds up pressure and releases an excessive amount of steam that won’t abate. See […]
Pecan Sandies
Easy and tasty cookie. Perfect with a Sparino cappuccino. 1 3/4 C all purpose flour 3/4 C coarsely chopped pecans 6 oz unsalted butter (room temp) 3/4 C powdered sugar Directions Use paddle in KitchenAid stand mixer and beat butter until smooth. Add powdered sugar and mix for a couple minutes. Add flour mixture until […]
Pork Shoulder
Dry rub 1 T Brown Sugar 1 T Granulated Sugar 1 T Garlic Salt 1 T Kosher Salt 1 T Paprika 1 tsp Chili Powder 1/2 tsp Dried Oregano 1/2 tsp Black Pepper 1/2 tsp Cayenne Pepper 1/4 tsp Cumin Mix ingredients and rub onto roast. Grill Grill should be large enough to place the […]
Bald Eagle at the Pond
A young bald eagle visits the neighborhood pond for a drink.
Saturday Sunset
Looking south over the pond at Pepper Hill.
Blueberry Crisp
4 C fresh or frozen blueberries 1 T fresh lemon juice 3/4 C firmly packed light brown sugar 1/2 C all-purpose flour 1/2 t ground cinnamon 4 T unsalted butter at room temperature, cut into pieces 3/4 C rolled oats Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease a shallow 1 1/2-quart baking dish with butter or margarine, […]
Lots of Green on the Trail
Fresh spring leaves along the neighborhood trail in Auburn, Washington.
Minnesota Beans
6 slices bacon 1 lb ground beef 1 chopped onion 3/4 C brown sugar 3/4 C ketchup 1/4 C apple cider vinegar 1 can butter beans 1 can kidney beans 1 can pork and beans 1 can spicy beans (optional) Salt and pepper to taste Brown bacon, drain, crumble. Brown ground beef and chopped onion. […]