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"While I lived in Texas, I studied barbecue. I'm not just talking about eating it. I studied it, it's a complex art that involves more than just meat and fire.

I worked at one of the Texas Hill Country's finest barbecue establishments. I started as a server and eventually worked my way up assistant pit master.

When..."

Ingredients: ground cumin, coriander...

"Deep fried pork ribs."

Ingredients: pork ribs, potato starch, msg...

"Ed asked for a side dish of scalloped potatoes for his Father's Day dinner with grilled strip steaks on the Big Green Egg. I wanted something new and different. Voila! The perfect accompaniment to grilled steak! Serve with a green salad and steamed asparagus and you've got a meal fit for the queen or the neighbors or all the Dads you know on..."

Ingredients: camembert cheese, salt & freshly ground black pepper...

"Sophisticated flavors in a yummy summer dessert/salad! Tastes a bit like candied grapefruit. Very refreshing!"

Ingredients: campari, fresh mint...

"A luscious creamy Kahlua dip that's wonderful for dipping fresh strawberries (or your favorite fruit or cookies). May be made up to two days in advance; just store in a covered bowl in the fridge until serving time. Enjoy!"

Ingredients: cocoa powder, cream cheese...

"A 'lighter' dessert that doesn't scrimp on taste. Chilling time is not included."

Ingredients: frozen raspberries, light coconut milk...

"I found this in a Healthy Ideas magazine from my local GIANT food store. I am posting for safe keeping and I will update with my comments after I make it."

Ingredients: pepper, cooked couscous...

"Scotch is not only loaded with flavor, it pairs brilliantly with Champagne. Add a dash of Cointreau for a touch of sweetness and to round off the flavors, and you have a cocktail that’s worthy of an end-of-the-year bash. Here’s wishing you a very bubbly New Year! From Food & Style."

Ingredients: Cointreau liqueur, scotch, ice...

"I love me a good mojito, especially a strawberry one! So refreshing on a hot summers day! Fresh strawberries, mint, lime and white rum come together in this sparkling thirst quencher. Bottoms up--I hope you enjoy!"

Ingredients: club soda, fresh mint leaves...