Red Bean Chili

November 13, 2022 - 2 mins read

A rustic chili for cheap. Makes the most of cheap cuts and pantry staples. Ingredients Brine 4L warm water 3T (15g) kosher salt Chili 1/2lb (225g) small red beans, dry 1/2lb (225g) red kidney beans, dry 1/2lb (225g) pinto beans, dry 1Lg Onion, chopped roughly 1lb (450g) rump roast, cut into 1"x1" (2.5cm x 2.5cm) squares 2qt (2L) water 1/2T (7g) Knorr beef broth powder 1t (5g) Knorr tomato chicken broth powder 4T spice mix (below) Spice Mix 1/2T (7g) Cumin 1/2T (7g) Paprika 1/2T (7g) Garlic powder 1/2T (7g) Onion powder 1/2T (7g) Dry mustard 1t (5g) Cayenne 1T (15g) Chili powder Steps If using dried beans, brine overnight on the counter.

White Bean Soup

October 29, 2022 - 2 mins read

A cool weather soup that can be dressed down for a weeknight meal, or made from scratch for a weekend-in. Ingredients 1 Lg White Onion, diced 2 Carrots, diced or shredded 2 Celery stalk, diced, leaves retained and minced 1C (250g) Pinot Grigio or Chardonnay 1lb (450g) Northern White Beans, brined (instructions included) or 2 (14oz) tins 3qt(3L) Chicken or Vegetable Broth 2Tbps (30g) Kosher Salt Black Pepper Italian Seasoning 1 Bunch Flat Leaf Parsley, minced 4 bone-in skin-on Chicken Thighs (optional) Brine 4qt(4L) Water 3Tbps (45g) Kosher Salt Steps If using fresh beans, 4-8 hours before cooking, or overnight, heat 4qts of water and 3Tbps of salt.

Chicken Thighs with Roasted Vegetable

October 11, 2022 - 3 mins read

This is probably one of the easiest dishes we make. And its always rewarding. The tomatoes give the sauce a nice brightness and the beets lend a beautiful hue. Equally perfect for a weeknight meal, fridge clean out, or dinner party. Ingredients 6 Bone-in, Skin-on thighs 12 Cherry tomatoes 2 Beets, peeled and cubed 4 Yellow Potatoes, diced 4 Large Carrots, diced Lg White Onion, diced 8 Brussels Spouts, halved Poultry Spice 2 Parts Kosher Salt 2 Parts Paprika 2 Parts Onion Powder 2 Parts Garlic Powder 2 Parts Italian Seasoning 1 Part MSG (Yes, that msg.

Beef and Fire-Roasted Tomato with White Rice

April 17, 2022 - 2 mins read

Serves 6 A quick rice and beef dish for a weeknight meal! Ingredients Protein 1.5 lbs Ground Beef 2t Granulated Garlic 2t Onion Powder 2t Cumin 2t Chili Powder 1t Smoked Paprika 1t Ground Pepper Kosher Salt Sofrito 1/2 Lg White onion, brunoise 2 14oz canned Fire-roasted Tomatoes 3C Beef Stock amended with 1T Worcestershire Sauce Other 2 2/3C Jasmine or Basmati, washed well in a seive (adjust stock amount to rice cooking directions.

Char Siu Chili

March 20, 2022 - 2 mins read

“叉烧 Char Siu BBQ Pork - Quanjude Melbourne AUD8” by avlxyz is marked with CC BY-SA 2.0. Marinated and Braised Pork Shoulder With An Asian Inspired Broth. Full Flavored Heat With Floral Notes From Macerated Chilies, Garlic, Shallot, and Ginger. Bodied With A Medley Of Dark Red Kidney, Black, and Great Northern Beans, and Fire-Roasted Tomatoes. Ingredients Meats: 1.5lbs Pork Shoulder, Marinated With 1 Char Siu Spice packets (Star Anise, Fennel, Szechuan Peppercorn, Clove, Cinnamon and Powdered Red Dye) Dry Spices: 1/2t Curry Powder 8-12 dried Szechuan Peppercorns 1t Chinese Five Spice 2t Cumin 1/2t Turmeric 1/4t Black Pepper Sofrito: Roasted Vegetables

French Onion Dip

March 22, 2021 - 2 mins read

Great as a quick weekend pantry clean out or for parties, this creamy herbaceous dip pairs great with fresh kettle chips! Ingredients 2T salted butter 1T beef tallow or equivalent 1/2T Kosher Salt Black Pepper, ground, to taste 1 Lg Yellow Onion, minced 1 Md Shallot, minced 5 dashes of Worcestershire Sauce 3T Water 2T Minced Dried Onion 1/2T Onion Powder 1t MSG 16oz Sour Cream 1 Block Cream Cheese, softened 8oz Mayonnaise 1 bunch Italian Parsley Chives, sliced for garnish Steps In a nonstick pan over medium heat, melt the butter and tallow.

Spanish Delight

July 20, 2020 - 2 mins read

A tex-mex casserole that’s sure to be a family favorite. Full of vegetables and warm flavors. Ingredients 1lb Ground Beef, Seasoned, Drained 1 Lg White Onion, Diced 1 Can Whole Kernel Corn, Drained 1 Bell Pepper, Diced 1 28oz Can Tomato Sauce Various seasonings Worcestchire Sauce, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Cumin, Salt &Pepper, etc… 1T Chili Powder 1C Chopped Flat Parsley, or 2T dried Parsley 1 Package Wide Egg Noodles 4C Cheddar Cheese, Shredded Steps In a large heavy bottomed pot, begin browning ground beef and seasoning as desired.

Caesar Salad Dressing

July 19, 2020 - 1 min read

A classic dressing with a strong flavor profile. Pairs well with seasoned chicken breasts. Ingredients 1T Anchovies paste, or 4 Anchovy Filets, rinsed 2T Dijon Mustard 2T Lemon juice 2 Garlic cloves, minced Worcestershire Sauce S&P Olive Oil or other neutral oil 1/4C Grated Parmesan Steps In largest available bowl, combine Anchovies, lemon juice, mustard, garlic and 4 dashes Worcestershire sauce. Optionally, grind garlic and anchovy into a paste using the back of a large spoon before adding other ingredients.

Leek and Asparagus Risotto

July 19, 2020 - 2 mins read

A healthy and filling dish for a quick weeknight meal. Pair with a savory lean chicken breast for a heavier delight. Ingredients 1.5C Arborio Rice 6C Low-Sodium Chicken Broth 1C Chardonay or other citrusy white wine (DO NOT USE COOKING WINE) 1 Leek, sliced into half-moons, washed 1 Asparagus bunch, about 15 Spears, quartered Lemon Zest, to taste 2 Chicken breast, butterflied, pounded to an even width (optional) Steps In a saute pan, heat a Tbsp of neutral oil or animal fat over a medium high heat.

Salisbury Meatballs with Mushroom and Onion Gravy

June 8, 2020 - 2 mins read

This quick dinner is perfect for leftover ground beef from Baked Ziti and is a versatile weeknight dish. Pair with pappardelle or egg noodles or Roasted Cabbage Wedges for a low-carb hit. “Swedish Meatballs on Noodles” by Rachelle @ Mommy? I’m Hungry! is licensed under CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 Time: 45 minutes Active: 30 minutes Inactive: 15 minutes Ingredients Meatballs 2 Lb Ground Beef 1/2 C Bread Crumbs 1/4 C Fresh Chopped Parsley, or 1/2 C dried parsley 1/4 C Minced Onion, dried 1 T Ground Mustard 1 T Beef Bullion powder 4 Dashes Hoff Sauce - Regular 4 Dashes Worcestershire Sauce Salt & Pepper Mushroom and Onion Gravy 1 White Onion, thinly sliced 2 Cans Sliced Mushrooms, well drained, or 5 fresh sliced button mushrooms 2 C Water 1/2 C Milk 1 T Beef Bullion Powder 1 T Corn Starch Steps Meatballs In a large metallic mixing bowl, combine all the meatball ingredients, and mix thoroughly.