The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson

Those Lazy Days of (Unofficial) Summer

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 21 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Memorial Day kicks off the summer season for most of us, although that doesn't mean the same thing to all people.

Scott Hutcheson thinks no matter your circumstances when it comes to the warm-weather months, cooking is pretty much the same to everyone.

Chili Mango Salsa

Picnic Fare

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 07 May 2013 10:00:00 +0000

Barbecue Chicken Salad

Always Room for Jell-O

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 11:00:00 +0000

Some locations are known for a certain type of food that's a favorite among the locals - think about the cheesesteak sandwich, the po' boy, crabcakes, deep dish pizza.

Scott Hutcheson encountered something truly Minnesota on a recent visit there.

Pretzel Salad

Parrot Head Wannabe

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 11:00:00 +0000

In the opening line of the song Margaritaville, Jimmy Buffett sings of "nibblin' on sponge cake."

While Scott Hutcheson has the Margaritaville attitude, he also has another cake suggestion for you to get into that island state of mind.

Tequila Cake

Cake

1 18-1/2 ounce yellow cake mix
1 1-3/4 ounce (4-serving size) instant vanilla pudding mix
4 eggs
1/2 cup cold milk
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup tequila

Lime Glaze

Game Time Spanakopita

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:00:00 +0000

March Madness is about more than just basketball wins and losses, or if you picked the winning bracket.

Scott Hutcheson argues it's about the stories that come out over the course of the games.

Game-Time Spanakopita

BLT Soup

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 12:00:00 +0000

There's a transition between each season, but the most noticeable change might be the one between winter and spring.

In early March, the signs of this transformation begin to appear - the crocus, the robin, more daylight hours.

One thing this period makes Scott Hutcheson think about is the red tomato of summer.

BLT Soup

Bacon with Sriracha and Brown Sugar

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 11:05:00 +0000

“Life expectancy would grow by leaps and bounds if green vegetables smelled as good as bacon.” That quote comes from Olympic Gold Medalist Doug Larson (1902-1981).

While Scott Hutcheson might not go that far, he has seen what the power of bacon has done to his wife.

Bacon with Sriracha and Brown Sugar

Chili Oil

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 05 Feb 2013 11:05:00 +0000

Running out of ideas for a good Valentine's Day gift? Think a teddy bear or other stuffed animal is too childish? Don't have the money for a jewelry purchase? What about food?

Scott Hutcheson says he's turned to some tasty and sentimental dishes for his sweetheart.

Chili Oil

Stuffed Pepper Soup

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 11:00:00 +0000

Fads - they come and go. Sometimes you join in and other times you let them pass right by you.

Scott Hutcheson admits he's latched onto a fad or two, both clothing and food.

Stuffed Pepper Soup

Sugar Cream Tassies

The Hungry Hoosier - Scott Hutcheson — Tue, 08 Jan 2013 11:00:00 +0000

What's your game day routine? Whether you watch the Colts or Bears or another NFL team, you probably have some ritual of where you watch the game and with whom. Another important item is the food you eat.

Scott Hutcheson has some general rules about the perfect game-time snack.

Sugar Cream Tassies

Crust

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
6 ounces cream cheese, softened
2 cups sifted all-purpose flour

Filling