The Trifecta Chain Pizza Challenge
by Mike Agnew Jr.Finally the time has come to judge 3 of the most popular chain pizzas. It took a lot to bring them all together. Pizza Hut Pan Pizza, Domino's "New" Pizza, and Papa John's have been judged side by side....slice by slice.....
In the end the verdict was 3(4 if you count Bugsy) for Papa Johns and 1 for Pizza Hut. No votes or debate was even made for the Domino's.
Renee’s Mr. Wich Veggie-Sausage Special, and Pecan Pie.
by Jon HassingerI swear she should have our own series on The Food Network, because Renee has done it again.
And not just a fantastic meal that you can prepare at home with ease, but a dessert to follow, made from scratch!
I always look forward to Sundays, because it means Renee utilizes all her kitchen tools, to make magic. And any man reading this will confirm: If your woman can cook, and enjoys cooking, your life is sweet.
Usually our meals are made in order of ingredient's life-spans. For example, if there are several vegetables approaching their demise, Renee will incorporate most of them, into a meal with whatever meat is thawed and ready.
On a side note, when I mention "meat" that means anything that was once alive....fish included!
This meals meat: Saaauwwsaggge!! Pronounced in your best Mr. Wich voice.
Next, cook the pasta. I like Cork screw, but it's not written in stone.
With that, you want to chop, season, and cook some asparagus, yellow squash, and red onion.
Chop some tomatoes then add them along with the Saaauwwsaggge!!, to the mix of veggies.
I call it, the unofficially named Mr. Wich's Veggie-Saaauwwsaggge Special !
We ate it in bowls, and found that forking the items in this order provide for the best in-mouth combo: Pasta first, then sausage, followed by asparagus, tomato and squash = Glory.
To follow this deliscious, nutritous meal, is one of my ALL-TIME favorite after-thanksgiving dinner treats:
PECAN PIE!
Just like they do on TV, Renee created the crust from scratch.
On a side note, we don't have a rolling pin, I know, her Christmas list is being updated as we speak....So she had to roll this with a ball-game-give-away plastic cup, and considering, I think she made it fit perfectly:
Then comes the sugar and almonds..
SUGAR...
PECANS...
They are mixed...
Then poured into the crust...
And placed into the oven, to become one.
While the house filled with the smell of Autumn and holiday seasons, we impatiently waited for the glory that is a homemade PECAN PIE...
Then it was time.
It looked perfect. Like it was made for a commercial. However we then had to wait another hour, for it to cool. I suggested putting it into the window for cooling, like Minnie Mouse used to do, so Mickey would come floating by his nose, to her house. Renee quickly shot down that idea, and simply let it sit in the kitchen.
Then after a half hour of fighting our taste buds and ADD, we decided it was time...
Needless to say, I had it for breakfast the next morning.
My Stuff’d Steak Pizza Has a First Name It’s A-N-G-E-L-O……
by WalsHello and welcome to the newest addition to Agnew's Mind. You may have previously read posts from my fellow scribes detailing their marathon training exploits. If you are into running, exercise, and commitments to training, well then this section probably isn't for you. But if you do enjoy sitting on your couch and eating excessive amounts of food, then you have come to the right place. This latest section of Agnew's Mind will focus on all things food, from expensive restaurants to Crown Fried Chicken.
Today's first installment features what I consider the 9th wonder of the world......the stuff'd steak pizza.
Right from the start how could this not be good. I love pizza and I love cheese steaks, and now you are telling me that some one has combined them together....well that's a marriage that will last forever. I have been eating this wonderful treat for the last 8 years courtesy of my good friends at Angelo's Gourmet Pizza. On my recent trip I asked them what makes it taste so good. The man behind the counter replied "no english I speak". I took that as "This pizza is so good that I could never reveal our secret", and I shot my friend a knowing glance.
The combination of the crispy crust on the top and bottom, combined with the perfect ratios of steak, cheese and sauce make this heart attack in box a must have. WARNING!! looking at the next picture may cause you to gain 5lbs....
Angelo’s Gourmet Pizza
Location: Food court at the Park Hyatt at the Bellevue
Rating: 9.6
Renee’s Stuffed Peppers
by Jon HassingerAs the man of a house, you are responsible for certain things. Taking out the trash, killing spiders, reaching things in high places , and the occasional purchase of flowers.
I've accepted these things as my duty.
However, sometimes a man is required to step up his game as Man of The House, if his woman is stepping up hers.
I speak of doing the dishes and foot massages.
And what part of Renee's game has been stepped up too, that would cause such whippage?
Her cooking.
And it isn't like she just all of a sudden became an amazing cook, she's always been great. And coming from me that says a lot, since I have been surrounded my whole life, by excellent cooks. My mother and Mrs. Agnew, to name a few.
So last night she fixed up a new one in our 2+ year life together; Stuffed Peppers.
And to be honest, I was excited and curious at the same time. Roasted Peppers were not a staple in the Betty Hassinger Cook Book.
And here's how it went...
First Renee hollowed out two green peppers, from a hole in the top. Picture your first move when making a Jack-O-Lantern. She then roasted them in our toaster oven for about 15-20 minutes.
Then, she simmered ground beef, chopped red onions, garlic, green onions, and tomatoes, over medium heat.
She then mixed in a spaghetti sauce (gravy to all you Italians), Caribbean Hot Sauce, and chopped Cilantro.
Before I go any further, Renee protested that I not tell anyone about her combining of Spaghetti and Hot Sauce. I don't know why. Imagine a spicy tomato sauce...It was awesome.
After the spicy sauce, ground beef, etc, were all "married", it was used to fill the hallowed out roasted peppers.
Then, the final touch...
Melted Pepper Jack cheese on top.
Two things:
1. Don;t use Pepper Jack. Because some cheeses melt right, and some don't. So use Cheddar, American, whatever a grilled cheese calls for.
2. After roasting the peppers, and right before you add the beef mix, cut the peppers down the middle, to make two separate bowls. This will make for more convenient eating.
This delicious meal was fun and easy to make, and you can really go all over the place with it.
I loved it. But the next day, those who worked in close proximity with me, did not.
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