Welcome to Chef Mike Mech's Bungalow Kitchen

THE BUNGALOW KITCHEN BLOG

Every recipe tells a story. That is where the Bungalow Chef is a master.

Mike Mech brings new life to timeless classic recipes and shares many of his own contemporary sweet and savory creations. Now home chefs can easily bring his flavorful dishes to their tables every day or on special occasions.

“No recipe is complete without an introduction relative to its origin. From a story about a family member who first shared the recipe or taught me a special culinary technique, to an occasion that inspired me to create a new dish, to ingredients and methods that fit today’s changing lifestyle. There's something for everyone.”

"Every recipe has a story." ---Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Jan 25, 20222 min read

Bungalow Chef’s Beef Bourguignon

Beef Bourguignon is an easy, classic and delicious meal for special occasions.

Bungalow Bread Or … The Blizzard of 1967 Survival Bread

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Jan 20, 20223 min read

Bungalow Bread Or … The Blizzard of 1967 Survival Bread

Loaf after loaf of glorious bread went into the oven and was shared with family, friends and neighbors.

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Nov 17, 20213 min read

Bungalow Chef’s Roasted Turkey

The aroma of a turkey baking in the oven always makes me feel happy and cozy!

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

May 25, 20212 min read

American Potato Salad

This is when I make my Grandmother Esther’s American Potato Salad.

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Apr 11, 20212 min read

Cream of Asparagus Soup

For years I have ventured into Michigan to asparagus farms for the first cutting of the season.

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Mar 31, 20211 min read

Scalloped Potatoes and Ham

Looking for a way to utilize the left over ham from Easter?

Bungalow Chef’s Ham En Croute – or – Baked Ham in French Baguette Dough

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Mar 27, 20214 min read

Bungalow Chef’s Ham En Croute – or – Baked Ham in French Baguette Dough

For generations, my family would wrap the simple bone-in ham in crusty baguette style dough for holidays and special occasions

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Feb 15, 20212 min read

Smoked Gouda Mac and Cheese

What’s more comforting than Mac and Cheese?

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Dec 7, 20201 min read

Bungalow Chef Roast Chicken

Truly one of my favorite simple meals is a great roast chicken.

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Nov 19, 20202 min read

Mushroom Barley Soup

With the chill of autumn in the air I thought I would share one of my favorite rich and savory dishes … Mushroom Barley Soup.

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Nov 19, 20202 min read

Slow Cooker Root Beer Sloppy Joes

The Sloppy Joe is a classic retro sandwich that graced many mid-century menus.

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Nov 6, 20202 min read

Holiday Corn Chowder

The holidays are filled with family food traditions but I wonder how many include Corn Chowder?

Onion, Leek and Pea Gratin…A Recipe with Roots

Mike Mech, The Bungalow Chef

Aug 3, 20202 min read

Onion, Leek and Pea Gratin…A Recipe with Roots

My Onion, Leek and Pea Gratin pays homage to the onion root vegetable and the farmers who worked the rich Midwestern soil in days past.

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