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Robert St. John

Restaurateur, author, enthusiastic traveler, & world-class eater.

Grilled Tenderloin Salad

Combine the soy sauce, black pepper, brown sugar, garlic, vinegar, ginger, lime zest and juice, jalapeño and crushed red pepper in a mixing bowl. Rub approximately 1/3 cup of the soy-lime mixture and rub over the surface of the beef tenderloin. Wrap the tenderloin in plastic and allow it to marinate for 30 minutes. PrepareContinue reading “Grilled Tenderloin Salad”

Smoked Tuna Pasta Salad

Rub the outside of the tuna thoroughly with the creamy balsamic vinaigrette and allow to marinate 2-3 hours. Prepare the grill. Place woodchips over the coals to create a heavy smoke. Cook tuna over direct medium heat, until tuna reaches medium-medium well, approximately 8-10 minutes. Remove tuna and allow to cool completely. Once cooled, diceContinue reading “Smoked Tuna Pasta Salad”

Grilled Potato Salad

A grill screen works best to cook the potatoes in this recipe. Place the potatoes, water and salt in a 6 quart pot. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes. Do not let the water boil. Potatoes should be just less than fork tender when they are removed from the water. Drain the par cookedContinue reading “Grilled Potato Salad”

Grilled and Chilled Chicken Salad with Toasted Almonds and Grapes

Brush the chicken breast with the no-stick marinade and refrigerate one hour. Sprinkle the chicken with the poultry seasoning. Prepare the grill. Cook chicken over direct medium heat for 10-14 minutes, turning once during the grilling process. Remove the chicken from the grill and allow to cool completely. While the chicken is cooling, combine theContinue reading “Grilled and Chilled Chicken Salad with Toasted Almonds and Grapes”

Summer Corn Salad

Combine all ingredients and mix well. Refrigerate at least one to two hours before serving. Best when made a day ahead. Yield: six to eight servings

Smoked Turkey Salad

Combine all in a mixing bowl and add just enough dressing to bind the ingredients. Any additional dressing can be used for chicken or tuna salad. Yield: two quarts Smoked Turkey Salad Dressing Combine all ingredients together.

Potato Soup

Place bacon and butter in a six-quart stockpot over medium heat and cook bacon until golden brown. Drain fat and add vegetables, garlic, salt and pepper. Cook for four to five minutes. Add potatoes and chicken broth and bring to a slow simmer.  Cook until potatoes become tender, about 15 minutes. In a separate skillet,Continue reading “Potato Soup”