Category Archives: Beef

Beef and Mushroom Pie

It’s May. It’s sunny. It looks as if it would be warm outside. It’s not. It’s a cold, windy English day. Eh, at least we will eat well.2 pounds lean, stewing (casserole) beef500 grams (2 cups) beef stock1/2 bottle dry, … Continue reading

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Biltong (South African Beef Jerky)

There’s a big soccer game going on down in South Africa right about now. Not being a sports fan I don’t know much more about it than that.Camille, my 10 year old had a school assignment to cook a South … Continue reading

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Moussaka after Bath

I love cooking. When we go on vacation we rent apartments or houses rather than staying in hotels because I want to be able to cook the local foods. But, once in a while, I really appreciate someone else doing … Continue reading

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This is a Very Naughty Sandwich

Left-over roast beef, shredded by handSlice of Brie de Meaux (smells bad, tastes good)Freshly snipped chivesCrusty rollBest cheese-steak, EVER!Saute the chunks of roast beef in a dry, non-stick pan until edges are crunchy brown. Scoot the meat into a pile … Continue reading

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Meatball Pasta Bake

This is a good one to make up in the morning, stash in the fridge, then bake an hour before dinnertime. All of my children (except the very serious, very hormonal, vegetarian) loved this. The egg and yogurt mixed into the … Continue reading

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Boreks

These are Turkish pastries, light and crunchy stuffed with any number of fillings. The pastry, called ‘Tufka’ is similar to phyllo, just not quite as delicate, and can be bought at Middle Eastern markets. If you can’t find Tufka, substitute … Continue reading

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1 of the Best Bolognese Sauces—from the Crockpot!

My friend Krisitn emailed asking for my best Crockpot (slow cooker) recipes. Having just started a new business and being Momma to two young children, she is looking for ways to maximize flavour while saving her precious time. I devised … Continue reading

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Korean Beef Ribs

I had these about fifteen years ago at a museum event and I never forgot them.  After slowly braising and roasting in the oven the ribs emerge in a sticky, mahogany glaze with the meat literally falling from the bone… This … Continue reading

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Beef Daube (French Beef Stew)

Called a Daube in reference to the pot this stew is traditionally made in, a daubiere, this is a lush, rich beef stew that is fabulous served with broad egg noodles, or crusty bread rolls. It is easy to make, … Continue reading

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The Bestest, Beefiest Meatloaf

Like Whitney Houston sings in the movie The Bodyguard, “I will always love you”. In my case I am referring to meatloaf rather than Kevin Costner, but the sentiment remains the same. And by ‘meatloaf’ I mean the food, not … Continue reading

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