“You just put your pickle on everybody’s plate, college boy, and leave the hard stuff to me.” – Johnny Castle

I love Dirty Dancing.

I used to run the catering department for the resort used in filming the movie, so I guess it holds a pretty soft spot for me.  But I loved the movie before I worked there, and I love it still.  I’ll sit down and watch it every single time it comes on TV – which is really quite a lot. I never get tired of it!  Like I said – soft spot.

I also hold a soft spot for these pickles. 

A couple of weeks ago, when cucumbers started making their appearance in our garden, Jon decided to give pickle making a shot.  I’m so glad he did (Damn him!)  I can’t stop eating them.  it’s an addiction, really.  Instead of the typical dill used, he used fresh cilantro – and to me – there is nothing tastier.  The proof is in this pickle recipe.  I highly recommend it! 

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That’s right.  The Hub.

He thinks I spend a lot of time on here…so, I thought it would be good for him to guest post. You know, to see what the draw is. Could be it will backfire – he may hate it.  But hopefully, he’ll find the community, the support, and the friendship as positive a thing as I do.  Hopefully.

Because I filed our taxes in record speed – mid January, people! – we took part of our return and bought Jon an electric smoker.  We didn’t get the really expensive one, just a good sized, good quality smoker.  He’s been using it nearly every weekend, as it is something he can do NOW versus waiting for warm enough grilling weather.  Maybe you can get your husband to read this chickblog long enough to get some manly ideas – and thus free up some of your dinner making time so that you can spend it baking something gooey and chocolaty instead.

Hey – at least I’m trying.

So, without further ado – I give you The Man.

How to Smoke a Boston Butt

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