Sometimes, Staying At Home Can Be Pretty Cool

My wife Angela is an incredible cook. And while we love to dine out, it is hard to beat her home cooking. I have compiled a list of her top 5 dishes to share with you. And yes, if you would like the recipe, contact me or her and we will forward it.

5. Meatloaf. A combination of beef and spicy sausage, with onions and loads of garlic, this loaf is a savory treat. It also makes for great leftover sandwiches, particularly when topped with cheese and placed on a bakery bun.

4. French Onion Soup. This is one of my favorite foods in the world, But Angela's version is completely different than typical restaurant fare. Full slices of high quality bread instead of a crouton or a small chunk combine perfectly with the savory broth and sweet onions. Topped with a generous amount of Swiss cheese and spiced perfectly, it is a soup to remember.

3. Sausage Gravy and Biscuits. I used to love to go from diner to diner and sample the gravy and biscuits. Hell, I even loved the Bob Evans version of it. Then I tried Angela's version. Rich and creamy, spicy, with a touch of pepper and garlic. And the perfect proportion of sausage to gravy. I don't order sausage gravy and biscuits when out at diners anymore. The bar has been set too high.

2. Spaghetti and Meatballs. Okay. I am an ass when it comes to Italian food. I am very picky. Traditional Sicilian style or nothing! With one exception: The southern Ohio bacon version. It is nothing like Mom's thin marinara (which is also incredible, review coming soon). Instead, this is a thick. rich, and garlic infused sauce with more than a hint of oregano. We call it "Italian Chili". Combined with beef and sausage meatballs with some bacon thrown in too, it is a unique experience. And a delicious one.

1. Homemade Chicken and Noodles. Hand rolled noodles made from scratch. A broth with a garlic pepper seasoning. Fresh chicken chunks. Nice and thick while still maintaining a soup like quality. Nuff said :)

All in all, it's kinda cool to eat at home. It helps to have a cook like Ange around. I am a lucky man.