The mythical properties attributed to homemade chicken soup, an elixir of the soul and such, are true. It is truly something that is greater than the sum of it’s parts. There are few new tricks in the chicken soup world. I add fresh chopped celery leaves at the end, but I don’t pretend I amContinueContinue reading “Homemade Chicken Soup on a Snowy NYC Day”
Category Archives: Uncategorized
Urban Pirates- an original screenplay by James K. Shaffer- Part Seven
INT. PAT’S HOSPITAL ROOM Pat is hooked up to an I.V. and a heart monitor. He opens his eyes as Mike enters. Mike stands beside the bed. Ken just behind him. Mike Hey, how are you feeling, Pat? Pat has trouble speaking, groggy with medicine. Pat Like a million bucks. Mike The Doctor says you’llContinueContinue reading “Urban Pirates- an original screenplay by James K. Shaffer- Part Seven”
“Banged Up” A Short Film About March Madness Gone Bad
“Banged Up” is the story of a small time degenerate gambler taking a swing at the big time set against the March Madness frenzy in New York City. I co-wrote and had a part in this fun short film that was released in 2006. We used genuine NYC locations, all of our own apartments andContinueContinue reading ““Banged Up” A Short Film About March Madness Gone Bad”
A Few New ErinGoScratch Vids
These are few of our latest videos from the tiny kitchen of ErinGoScratch!
Sunday Sauce Sausage Parmigiana
Growing up in Brooklyn and Staten Island, there are certain Italian food aromas that take me back in time. Sausage parmigiana is one of those dishes. Sausage parmigiana is a hearty, easy to make meal. I will show you how to make it restaurant quality at home every time. It starts with a high-quality ItalianContinueContinue reading “Sunday Sauce Sausage Parmigiana”
2018 The Year of the Dog, Happy Chinese New Year!! updated
“When the mid-night bell rings tonight, Let it signify new and better things for you, Let it signify a realization of all things you wish for, Let it signify a year of courage and wisdom, Wishing you a very, very, very prosperous new year.” Chinese New Year Wish Just when you though theContinueContinue reading “2018 The Year of the Dog, Happy Chinese New Year!! updated”
UPDATED- ErinGoScratch Media
Here are some your favorite videos and pics, along with some recent media from our first six months at ErinGoScratch.com Enjoy!
Taco Tuesday Upgrade – Beef Shortrib Tacos
Delicious, melt-in-your-mouth tender beef shortrib tacos that will give your Taco Tuesday an tasty lift. Ingredients 4 beef shortrib steaks (boned, about 5-6 oz each) 3 limes 1 tsp sea salt 1 tsp seasoning (I use Tajin Classico Seasoning) 2 tsp baking soda for velveting* 2 tsp Peanut oil 1 medium onion 1 bell pepperContinueContinue reading “Taco Tuesday Upgrade – Beef Shortrib Tacos”
Truffle Mushroom Gnocchi with Boursin Pistachio Herb Slap-Your-Mama Cream Sauce
I do love summer. There is no denying it. Less clothes, tasty seafood and fishing for fluke or crabbing at the Jersey Shore or out east suits me just fine. As the long summer days dwindle, the city takes on a whole new feel. But, before football madness takes over, there is a tenderContinueContinue reading “Truffle Mushroom Gnocchi with Boursin Pistachio Herb Slap-Your-Mama Cream Sauce”
Top Ten ErinGoScratch Recipes
One of the best parts of the seafaring life around New York City is how it opens access to fresh, local seafood markets and restaurants. As you might expect, most of the recipes I’ve collected in my travels involve seafood, but not all of them. Another benefit of being a foodie travelling around the fiveContinueContinue reading “Top Ten ErinGoScratch Recipes”
ErinGoScratch 