I’m a retired fire captain with just over 29 years on the job. My first station assignment was with a bunch of seasoned vets and they told me I was the new cook, haha. I hadn’t cooked much for myself let alone a bunch of dudes that judge you on EVERYTHING. Thank God for Emeril Lagasse , I watched his show religiously and he got me started on a journey that ended up being a passion that I love and still enjoy to this day. Firemen and food go together like fire and heat. Show love to all of our first responders we are all lucky to have them. I hope you enjoy cookingwiththedrakester 🔥

Gordon Ramsey's Beef Wellington
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Gordon Ramsey's Beef Wellington
My nephews first drink review @youtubeshort
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My nephews first drink review @youtubeshort
My best cheesesteak I’ve made yet
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My best cheesesteak I’ve made yet
Unlock the Secret to a perfectly cooked reverse seared cowboy Ribeye steak
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Unlock the Secret to a perfectly cooked reverse seared cowboy Ribeye steak
Chaos in the kitchen with Mother Teresa. We made chicken parm and meatball sub sandwiches.
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Chaos in the kitchen with Mother Teresa. We made chicken parm and meatball sub sandwiches.
Using the Grill Rescue to clean my Blackstone
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Using the Grill Rescue to clean my Blackstone
Bone in short ribs. Mmmmm it's so good
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Bone in short ribs. Mmmmm it's so good
Homemade pizza on the ooni karu 16
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Homemade pizza on the ooni karu 16
Skirt steak tacos on the open fire
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Skirt steak tacos on the open fire
Cheesy taco burgers
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Cheesy taco burgers
Pan seared salmon with honey ginger sauce
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Pan seared salmon with honey ginger sauce
Epic steak sandwich loaded with bacon, onions, mushrooms and LOTSSSS of cheese
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Epic steak sandwich loaded with bacon, onions, mushrooms and LOTSSSS of cheese
Ribeye steak smash burgers with cheese and candied bacon
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Ribeye steak smash burgers with cheese and candied bacon
Smoked bacon wrapped stuffed pork loin.....YUMMMMM!!!!! #thebeardedbutchers
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Smoked bacon wrapped stuffed pork loin.....YUMMMMM!!!!! #thebeardedbutchers
Bacon wrapped stuffed pork loin on the smoker
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Bacon wrapped stuffed pork loin on the smoker
Some of the best fried pickles I've ever had
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Some of the best fried pickles I've ever had
Loaded breakfast on glazed donuts...off the chain
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Loaded breakfast on glazed donuts...off the chain
Giant deli sandwich with prosciutto ham, turkey and roast beef.
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Giant deli sandwich with prosciutto ham, turkey and roast beef.
Cheese crusted quesadilla with a special chili sauce
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Cheese crusted quesadilla with a special chili sauce
Penne alla vodka with mother T
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Penne alla vodka with mother T
homemade meatballs #meatball #youtubeshorts
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homemade meatballs #meatball #youtubeshorts
Fresh fire roasted marinara sauce with sweet cherry tomatoes
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Fresh fire roasted marinara sauce with sweet cherry tomatoes
Boneless beef short ribs, you need to make this.
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Boneless beef short ribs, you need to make this.
Chicken Parmesan, this is how I make a beautiful and delicious dish that is one of my favorites
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Chicken Parmesan, this is how I make a beautiful and delicious dish that is one of my favorites
Chicken Parmesan sandwich
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Chicken Parmesan sandwich
Chicken Pot Pie #youtubeshorts
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Chicken Pot Pie #youtubeshorts
Grilled pork chops with rice pilaf and roasted carrots
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Grilled pork chops with rice pilaf and roasted carrots
White chicken chili #youtubeshorts
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White chicken chili #youtubeshorts
Pork belly burnt ends short
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Pork belly burnt ends short
Chorizo Breakfast burritos
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Chorizo Breakfast burritos