Hey guys. As we get into spring you’ll be seeing more vegetable recipes to make use of the bounty of produce that comes this time of year. Right now, asparagus are cheap as potatoes. But, there are ways to use them apart from grilling or roasting them. This is a nice, light coconut based asparagus soup with a healthy chunk of protein to top it off. You will need: 1 … Continue reading
Hey guys! This week’s recipe is a classic rib dinner. It’s simple and quick; but tastes rich and spicy. This recipe is designed for two (or one very hungry person). So just double it for every additional two. You will need: 1 large rack of baby back ribs 2 T Sriracha/chilli sauce Garlic powder Onion powder Salt & Pepper 1/2 cup cocktail onions, peeled 1 large white onion, peeled and … Continue reading
Hey guys! This is something I make on a regular basis, it works with just about any meat and veggies – I also call it ‘poverty’ stew because it’s what I make when I’m trying to make the food stretch a bit further. This makes enough for two people, and can be done with even the cheapest cuts of meat. You will need: 2lbs raw beef roast – leave the fat on, … Continue reading
Hey guys! Every once in awhile, I like to try something new. I love game meats, and when I saw these Cornish Hens on sale, I couldn’t resist. They’re basically serving sized. This recipe is a simple honey-lemon glaze, with a nice herby dill flavour. This recipe is for two people, so just double it for every pair you’re serving. You will need: Glaze – 2 Cornish hens, gutted 1/4 … Continue reading
Hey guys! I’m slowly getting back into it after the NY break. Ready to rock? This recipe is easy as pie – it’s also designed to use up whatever random booze you have leftover from NYE. Slowly simmered in a crock pot over 6 hrs, you get just a hint of the wine, and a nice rich, garlicky, brothy chicken stew. You will need: 2lbs chicken thighs 2 heads garlic, … Continue reading
Hey guys! Today I finally tried making roast garlic. Although it didn’t turn out how I intended, I quite liked it. It makes an excellent dip/sauce for meat or veggies! It’s pretty easy though, just a little fiddly, depending on how big your garlic is. That being said, try to use bigger bulbs. You will need: 4 garlic bulbs a knife aluminium foil Step one: Preheat the oven to 400. … Continue reading
Hey guys. You may have figured out that I really, really like butter. Butter is awesome. Real butter! Margarine is a chemical faker! FAKER! It’s nasty stuff, and you should stay away from it. End rant. Today we’re making some nomtastic compound butters. They’re super easy to make, and go well with anything really, including the following: Meat – beef and pork, especially Veggies – root veggies, greens, salads, roast veggies Cheese. … Continue reading
Hey guys. This recipe, although not the most attractive dish, is absolutely delicious! A big, crispy honey-garlic chicken breast, smothered in a flavourful chunky tomato and bacon sauce. Yes, bacon. I’ve also been craving tomato like mad You will need: 2 cups diced tomato 1 small can tomato paste 3-4 strips of good quality bacon (no, not the maple kind) 2 large chicken breasts, skin on Fresh basil leaves – about … Continue reading
Hey guys, this is something I used to make when I was younger and staying with my grandfather. There was always a surplus of meat, veggies and oddly, berries. Did you know many berries actually taste really nice with red meat? Try it, it’s wonderful! You will need: 2lbs cubed beef 2handfuls fresh blueberries 2C baby carrots, sliced in half lengthwise Butter Coconut oil for frying Salt/pepper/oregano/garlic powder 1 large … Continue reading
Hey Strangekittens. Today’s recipe is an excellent gluten-free way to do a bolognese dish. It’s also delicious and healthy! A classic beefy, herb laden bolognese sauce on some light spaghetti squash. A great summer lunch dish that won’t make you feel heavy and bloated like pasta would. And it’s also garlicky, because, garlic is awesome. (UPDATE: This recipe featured on Shape.com!) You will need: 2 lbs ground beef 1/2 a large spaghetti … Continue reading
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