What would you call a dish of well-cooked, seasoned, shredded beef that reminds you of ragged old clothes? In Cuba, you call it “Old Clothes” (Ropa Vieja). Problem solved! The unique seasoning of this dish is a condiment called alcaparrado, a relish made from capers and green olives stuffed with pimento. (If you can’t find… Continue reading Cuban Ropa Vieja (Woman’s Day)
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Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage
2 stalks celery, cut in half4 carrots1 medium onion, cut in 4 wedges4 – 6 red potatoes, quartered1 corned beef brisket (4 pounds), flat cut12 ounce bottle Guinness Stout1 tablespoon corned beef spices, pickling spices, or the ones that come with the brisket1 medium cabbage, cut in 6 wedges Horseradish Sauce:½ cup heavy cream¼ cup… Continue reading Slow-Cooker Corned Beef and Cabbage
Beef and Hominy Stew
1 large onion, chopped2 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut in 1 ½" pieces1 green pepper, chopped3 carrots, peeled and cut in 1" piecesthree ribs celery, cut in 1" pieces3 cloves garlic, chopped1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with chilies1 cup reduced sodium beef broth2 tablespoons cornstarch1 can (15 ounces) hominy, drained and rinsed corn tortillassalad… Continue reading Beef and Hominy Stew
Beef Stew with Mushrooms, Rosemary, and Tomatoes
4 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut in 2" pieces½ cup all-purpose floursalt and pepper¼ cup olive oil2 medium onions, chopped4 garlic cloves, chopped1 tablespoon tomato paste1 cup dry red wine2 cups beef broth4 medium carrots, peeled and sliced ¼" thick1 cup chopped canned tomatoes1 sprig fresh rosemary1 bay leaf2 tablespoons unsalted butter1 pound white mushrooms,… Continue reading Beef Stew with Mushrooms, Rosemary, and Tomatoes
Brisket Dinner
(Serves 6) 1 fresh beef brisket (3 pounds)1 cup water2 beef bouillon cubes1 clove garlic, minced1 bay leaf1 medium onion, peeled8 whole cloves12 small, white onions, peeled6 medium carrots, pared and cut into 2" pieces6 parsnips, pared and cut into 2" pieces2 teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon black pepper6 large mushrooms Brown beef in its own fat… Continue reading Brisket Dinner
Indonesian Beef Curry
(6 servings) 2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 pounds beef chuck, cut in 2" chunks½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper1 large onion, sliced thinly¾ pound (2" diameter) potatoes, quartered¼ pound peeled baby carrots1 can (13 ounces) light coconut milk2 tablespoons curry powder1 tablespoon low-salt soy sauce½ teaspoon ground ginger2 cloves garlic, chopped fine¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper3 large pita… Continue reading Indonesian Beef Curry
Sunday Oven Pot Roast
Check out a slow-cooker version of the same recipe! 2 ½ – 3 pounds boneless beef chuck roastsalt and pepper2 tablespoons olive oil or cooking oil1 can (14 ounce) low-salt beef broth1 large onion, chopped2 stalks celery, cut in 2" lengths5 cups assorted root vegetables, peeled and cut into 2" pieces – potatoes, sweet potatoes,… Continue reading Sunday Oven Pot Roast
Slow-Cooker Sunday Pot Roast
Check out this same recipe cooked in the oven rather than the slow cooker. 2 ½ – 3 pounds boneless beef chuck roast1 can (14 ounces) low-salt beef broth1 large onion, chopped2 stalks celery, cut into 2" lengths5 cups assorted root vegetables; white or sweet potatoes, parsnips and carrots, plus whole shallots or garlic cloves,… Continue reading Slow-Cooker Sunday Pot Roast
Savory Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
2 pounds lean beef stew meat½ teaspoon black pepper3 teaspoons olive oil2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut in 1 inch cubes2 cloves garlic, minced¼ teaspoon ground cloves2 dried bay leaves2 sticks cinnamon2 large onions, cut into eighths2 cans (28 ounces each) diced tomatoes, undrained3 cups water16 dried apricots, cut in halfchopped fresh parsley Remove… Continue reading Savory Beef and Sweet Potato Stew
Baked Italian Zucchini
2 medium zucchini, approximately 1 ½ pounds, sliced ½ inch thick1 medium onion, sliced1 large tomato, sliced1 teaspoon oregano½ teaspoon basil½ teaspoon salt¼ teaspoon pepper2 cups spaghetti sauce½ cup breadcrumbs½ cup shredded Swiss cheese Place sliced zucchini, onion and tomato in 9 x 13" baking dish; sprinkle with oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Pour spaghetti… Continue reading Baked Italian Zucchini
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