Steaks: Grain vs. Grass Fed You need to acclimate your meat for a good steak. Because steak is one of the items I will pay a little extra, for good quality, I take particular steps to ensure I am getting the best flavor, juiciness and tenderness for my money. I will spend more for grain fed meat, when I can find it. Grain-fed Beef Pasture-raised, grazes on grass Later, fed hearty, rich-in-nutrients grain The most flavorful and highest quality beef available, with superior marbling and texture Top chefs agree, grain-fed beef tastes better and is the preferred choice of steak-lovers everywhere Chart courtesy of Omaha Steaks Grass-fed Beef Pasture-raised, grazes…
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Spaghetti with Carbonara Sauce
As one of my FAVORITE dishes ever, a good Spaghetti with Carbonara Sauce can be very difficult to make. I have tried at least a dozen different ways and although this particular recipe cannot be classified as EASY, it is not difficult – just takes patience and preparation. That being said, make sure you have all your hardware and ingredients prepared before you get started, for a smoother cooking experience. Because there is so few ingredients, it is especially critical to use good quality items. Their flavor will be amplified in this dish. INGREDIENTS: Kosher salt 1 pound dried spaghetti…
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My mom’s EASY Chicken Pot Pie Recipe
As I said in a previous post, my mom had a strict food budget. This chicken pot pie does not claim to use the freshest vegetables ever; however, it definitely is the least expensive chicken pot pie you will cook. It is so easy and can be made in an hour. Ingredients for easy chicken pot pie: 2 cans of boneless, white meat chicken or 4 chicken breast that have boiled to 165-170 degrees and diced. 1 can of Veg-all, drained 1 can of Campbell’s Cream of Mushroom Soup 4 boiled eggs 1 eight count canned biscuits Preheat oven to 375º. Layer all ingredients in a casserole dish. Top…
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My Mama’s Frugal Meatloaf
My mom was an incredible cook! She prepared delicious meals on such a strict budget. Today, I made her classic meatloaf. As an avid deer hunter, my dad provided much of our protein, for the winter months, with Venison. I know there are animal lovers out there who would find this outrageous, but feeding a family of four on a firefighters salary in the ’70s and ’80s was very tough. Without deer meat or fish, caught from local lakes, we would have starved. Meatloaf was not one of my husband’s favorite meals, however, he changed his mind after trying my mom’s recipe. Made with pantry staples, it is not only…
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Easiest Slow Cooker Pot Roast Ever!
This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I will be paid a small percentage. Throughout my childhood, I always enjoyed a classic pot roast; however, this is the easiest dinner recipe you will possibly ever make. I had never heard of “Mississippi Pot Roast” before I discovered this recipe. I took the liberty of changing a few things about this recipe; however, do not leave out the Peperonchini Peppers. They will not add any spiciness to the roast, but they will pack a punch of flavor. My version of “Mississippi Pot Roast” requires a rub to impart flavor to the meat. The slow cooking method will create…
