Author: Chef Ali

Veggie Drawer Clean Out & Beef Stir Fry

Chef Ali: This is my weeknight hero—an everything-but-the-kitchen-sink stir fry that rescues the lonely zucchini, the half onion, and any other wallflowers hiding in your crisper. A quick cornstarch toss keeps the beef tender, the sauce turns glossy in seconds, and the Blackstone (or a big, hot pan) does the heavy lifting. Minimal fuss, maximum […]

Asian Ground Pork & Coleslaw Stuffed Quesadillas

Here’s my fun twist on a quesadilla—Asian-style ground pork layered inside crispy Japanese rice pancakes (or flour tortillas if you prefer), paired with a creamy, tangy basil coleslaw. It’s a fusion that hits every note: savory, crunchy, and refreshing all in one bite. Ingredients For the Pork Filling: For the Basil Coleslaw: For Assembly: Instructions […]

August Birthdays at The Farmhouse Table

The night began with summer flavors—juicy peaches and tomatoes, torn burrata, prosciutto, basil, and a drizzle of balsamic. I like to open with something bright and effortless—produce so good it mostly asks you not to fuss. As guests found their seats, I passed the plated salad of juicy peaches and tomatoes, torn burrata, a slice […]

Protein-Packed Bison Stuffed Sweet Potato

Sweet, spicy, and loaded with protein! Chef Ali’s Protein-Packed Bison Stuffed Sweet Potato brings tender baked sweet potato, seasoned bison, creamy cottage cheese, and a kick of cowboy candy. Healthy eating never tasted this good! Servings: 2 Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 40 minutes Ingredients Instructions 1. Bake the Sweet Potatoes Preheat your oven to 400°F. Scrub […]

Flat Iron Steak with Rosemary and Garlic Crust

If you could bottle up the aroma of summer grilling and put it on a plate, this would be it. Our Flat Iron Steak with Rosemary and Garlic Crust is a simple, show-stopping dinner that lets the quality of the beef shine—especially when it’s Whitt’s Place beef. The crust is savory, herbaceous, and packed with […]

Ginger Soy Pork Stir Fry Noodles

A Quick Weeknight Favorite from Chef Ali (Gluten-free option included!) This colorful stir fry brings together tender Century Farm pork from Whitt’s Place with crisp vegetables, slurpable noodles, and a sweet-salty ginger soy glaze. It’s a fast, flavor-packed meal that tastes even better than takeout—and it’s easy to make gluten free by swapping soy sauce […]

Farmhouse Pizza Night

Featuring Adorno’s Par-Baked Crusts — Available at Whitt’s Place! When farmhouse pizza night rolls around, we’re bringing in the best of local flavor with Adorno’s par‑baked pizza crusts and our very own Whitt’s Place sausage. Adorno’s crust gives you that crisp, chewy bite without all the fuss—just top and bake to perfection. And nothing complements it better than […]

Fajita Rice Bowls

A fresh spin on ACP using Century Farm Fajita Meat from Whitt’s Place. Step 1: Cook the Rice Ingredients: Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed (about 15–18 minutes). Fluff and set aside. Step 2: Sear the […]