Category Archives: Beef

Tex-Mex style steak and cheese sandwiches

Posted on June 15, 2017 by

All the flavours of fajitas – on a bun! My menfolk had requested Philly cheesesteak sandwiches a week or so ago, but I just couldn’t oblige. I didn’t want anything to do with the state of Pennsylvania after the Pittsburgh … Continue reading →

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Fabulous fajita skillet casserole

Posted on May 5, 2017 by

All the flavour of this Tex-Mex favourite, with none of the mess! I love fajitas but I don’t love how messy they can be to eat. This dish packs all the fabulous flavour of fajitas into a delicious, easy to prepare … Continue reading →

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Korean-style Sweet Potato Noodle Stir-Fry

Posted on February 16, 2017 by

A simplified version of a delicious and healthy dish Based on a traditional dish called japchae, this Korean-inspired stir fry is a flavourful meal that the whole family will likely enjoy. Gluten-free sweet potato noodles are reminiscent of rice vermicelli … Continue reading →

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Seared steak with pizzaiola sauce

Posted on February 11, 2016 by

I’ve never been much of a meat and potatoes gal. Don’t get me wrong – I love eating meat and I’m pretty fond of spuds too, but I like my plates put together a little more creatively. This year, for … Continue reading →

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Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup (Pho Bo)

Posted on January 14, 2016 by

For winter warming, there’s not much that beats a hot bowl of soup. In my neighbourhood, there are several great spots to enjoy pho, the Vietnamese soup that has entrenched itself as a worldwide favourite. I feel inclined to add … Continue reading →

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Braised Beef Shanks Osso Bucco Style

Posted on October 17, 2015 by

Beef shanks are an inexpensive cut that, cooked properly, can be incredibly flavourful and tender. Some of our area’s best beef, including the shanks I used to test this recipe, comes from Roadapple Ranch, one of the Ottawa Farmers’ Market’s … Continue reading →

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