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Putting together a spinach and ham frittata is the perfect choice when you want a wholesome breakfast, but don’t want to get up early and spend hours in the kitchen.  The recipe is easy enough for kids to get involved in the preparation, too.  Serve with your favorite morning sides like fresh fruit or hashbrowns. You’ll start your day with a delicious meal that gives you the energy to tackle anything that comes your way. Ingredients for spinach and ham frittata: 1 cup TBS ham, diced 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 cups fresh baby spinach 3 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup cheddar cheese 1/2 cup Monterey jack cheese 1...

Sometimes the best recipe for a yummy party appetizer is to stick with a classic.  The classic cocktail meatball has been a standard favorite since the 1960s.  The original recipe calls for grape jelly and chili sauce.  This more modernized version is slightly more sophisticated, but you’ll love it just as much.  Besides, after you make these, you’ll never want to buy premade meatballs in a bag again! Stop by the Butcher Shop today to find the freshest beef and pork to make these simple and delicious classic cocktail meatballs. Ingredients for classic cocktail meatballs: 1 pound TBS ground beef. ...

December 14 is Bouillabaisse Day, so it’s a perfect time to expand your horizons and try something new!  Bouillabaisse is a traditional French seafood stew originating from the town of Marseille on the coast.  The name derives itself from a Provençal Occitan word comprised of two parts:  bolhir, meaning “to boil,” and abaissar, meaning “to simmer.”   Initially, the local fisherman made the stew using rockfish they could not sell to the stores.  Saffron gives the broth its distinctive taste and color.  Today, a bouillabaisse can include various kinds of fish, shellfish, and even octopus–you just need to use several!  The...

The holidays are just around the corner, and that means time to share with friends and family.  Traditional dinners usually feature ham or turkey, so it's a wonderful change of pace to cook up a different style of dinner that will still warm your guests' hearts.  Our short rib pomegranate tacos combine the hearty taste of beef with the flavors of the season for an easy-to-prepare dinner everyone will love. Ingredients for short rib pomegranate tacos: 2 ½ pounds of TBS beef short ribs, bone-in 12 corn tortillas 2 teaspoons olive oil 1 cup pomegranate juice 2 ancho chile peppers,...

A popular trend in the culinary world right now is smoking meats.  Smokers have become affordable for almost any budget making the “Green Egg,” “Traeger,” or another similar brand a common appliance for the backyard kitchen.  If you’re looking for an innovative way to cook your Thanksgiving feast this year, why not try smoking a turkey?  Here are a few tips for making it the most delicious Thanksgiving dinner you’ve ever had. Best Practices for Smoking a Turkey: Get a whole turkey from The Butcher Shop.  Starting with a high-quality, locally-raised bird will lead to more delicious results.  For most...