Notes about Recipes in this book

• Crispy pork chops with Sriracha Brussels sprouts

  • skjohns on September 19, 2021

    9/18/21 - Cooked for me and Susie: I followed my notes from 12/29/20 except I over cooked the meat to ~ 150. Next time be careful to stick to ~140. Panko on one side cooked to dark but on second side I reduced heat a little and it did not burn. Meat was about 1.5"+ thick. Obviously started cook a little high ~5 on Susie's electric stove top.

• Rigatoni with sausage and fennel

  • Rinshin on October 17, 2025

    I made a half recipe, which was enough for four servings with a side of Caesar avocado salad. Reading notes, I substituted whole milk for half-and-half to reduce the richness and added a handful of arugula for color. Next time, I think I’ll try using a little more cream and less milk. The arugula didn’t add much flavor—it was mainly for color and nutrition. Very good pasta.