Roasted Prime Rib
When I was a kid this was served at very special meals. My mother made hers plain. I had no idea how incredibly fabulous this…
The Perfect Tenderloin Steak
I love a steak while I am on Plan ZReduction. I have pretty much perfected my technique using a cast iron skillet but learned…
Beefy Chili with Roasted Poblanos
Just in time for all the big football games coming up. My newest chili. LOVE this stuff! Big YUM.
Sausage with Peppers and Onions
This recipe can be made in a pinch when you take advantage of the pre-cut produce in the grocery store. That way if you are…
Sloppy Joes
You could call this the “adult version” of Sloppy Joes. It does have some ZIP to it. Don’t be intimidated by the length of the…
Lamb Kebabs (Z2 Version)
Marinating lamb beforehand adds a depth of flavor that can't be beat. And when it's grilled, it's phenomenal. So, if you like…
Steak Kebabs
Depending on how you cut your veggies and arranged them on the skewers you might be having more than one kebab. Your meal on…
Seared and Roasted Burgers
My favorite technique for cooking low-fat burgers is to quickly sear the burger and finish it by roasting it in the oven. Here’s…
Dieter Claire’s Taco Seasoning
From Dieter Claire: Make this in bulk and store it in a jar. It's less expensive than taco seasoning packets and has no fillers.…
Lockdown Chili (Z2 Version)
What better time to have a spicy chili than when I am in lockdown, practicing social distancing.
Roasted Red Pepper and Beef Chili
Okay, so I opened my pantry and saw a jar of roasted red pepper strips. I thought… I could make a new chili with these! So here…
Coffee-Crusted Steaks with Tomato Salad & Caramelized Onion “Jam”
Coffee on a steak? Heck yes! This combo is a steak-house classic that will leave your mouth watering for more but won't keep you…
Texas Style Chili (EASY)
This chili is tasty but not overly spicy.
International Steak Marinade
A great but simple marinade contributed by Dieter Insider Amy.
Creole Meatloaf
This is a wonderfully moist meatloaf. It has a kick from the Cajun spices but not all that much and you can adjust according to…
Barbecue Meatloaf
I had a hankering for ribs. I ordered some as an appetizer at a restaurant and they just didn’t cut it. I could not get the…
Italian Burgers
To make this burger taste extra special, consider topping it with a soup spoonful of spaghetti sauce. You can find one with no…
Frito Meatloaf
This meatloaf makes six servings. When you serve it, remember that your crunch item is already included, so no breadstick or…
The Deconstructed Chicago Hotdog in Honor of the 2016 World Series Champs – The Chicago Cubs
It took the Cubs 108 years to win the World Series. It only took VP Anger Management 7 years to “invent” this recipe.
Famous Burger Meatloaf
This is a “Whopper” of a meatloaf, designed to taste like the famous burger. I hope you enjoy.