Beef
« Previous EntriesLooLoo’s Meatloaf
March 1, 2010 | 2 Comments »
One of the main reasons I make a meatloaf is so I can have meatloaf sandwiches for left overs. There is nothing better than meatloaf on toasted wheat bread with just a little mayo!! This recipe is a concoction of a few different recipes that I combined from a very old cook book that came with my husband, (he bought it in 1978). Read the rest of this entry »
Orange Marinated Skirt Steak Salad with Crispy Shallots
February 7, 2010 | No Comments »
My sister brought me some orange infused olive oil that I had been savoring over, while thinking about how we would enjoy it best. My idea came from the “Fig and Balsamic Vinegar Salad“, that I posted back in 2008. The difference in this recipe is that Read the rest of this entry »
Beef Stew
November 16, 2009 | No Comments »
A co-worker of mine, “Sweet” Georgia Brown shared with me her recipe for beef stew that was fabulous! During these winter months there’s nothing better than a big bowl of beef stew with crusty french bread! We loved Georgia’s beef stew so much that we decided to have it again the following week, however I decided to change it up and make my own Read the rest of this entry »
Crock Pot Chili
November 2, 2009 | No Comments »
I was invited to participate in a chili and chocolate cook off for Halloween at the Coldwell Banker in Half Moon Bay. It was so much fun!  All of the contestants are fabulous chefs needless to say because it was all GOOD!  There were 5 chili contestants, and 4 chocolate contestants. No, my chili did not win however I am going to ask the winning chili, Read the rest of this entry »
Beef and Spinach Casserole
July 26, 2009 | No Comments »
I was on the lookout for a casserole that I could bring to a friend’s house, and I remebered this recipe from a cook book (sunset) that I have had for years and years, since 1978 to be exact! I really liked this beef and spinach casserole because it is can be made any time of the year, delicious either hot or cold. The meat sauce is simmered in red wine which adds so much Read the rest of this entry »
Enchiladas Santa Maria
June 10, 2009 | 1 Comment »
These south western style enchiladas are a spin off from my chicken enchiladas. We were in the mood for enchiladas, but not chicken, so I decided to slow roast (2 hours) a tri-tip that was marinated in a rub of spices. My tri-tip, that was already marinated came from my local butcher that uses Pappy’s seasoning’s. They call it the Santa Maria tri-tip, so that’s where the south western style was born.  My chicken enchiladas are sauceless, these are not. Read the rest of this entry »
Joy’s Eggplant with Pasta and Marinara Sauce
May 27, 2009 | No Comments »
This recipe is compliments of my friend Joy. She and I enjoy sharing our cooking efforts and finds. I made it the night before so the flavors could bond, (casserole recipes always seem to be better the next day), and I have to say Joy’s eggplant with pasta and marinara sauce was really good!  Eggplant’s are not only very tasty, they also have many health benefits.  Just so you know, the eggplant is high in fiber, contain vitamins, proteins, minerals, and very important photonutrients, that are known to act as antioxidant’s. If your interested in learning more about the benefit’s of eggplant’s, Click here.  The jar of marinara sauce that I used was really good, however next time I make this, I will probably make my own (with cremini mushrooms). Mostaccioli pasta was my choice for this casserole recipe and it was perfect.  Mostaccioli, similar to penne pasta, is used often in casserole dishes.  Please enjoy! Read the rest of this entry »
Linguine with Rustic Meatballs
March 26, 2009 | 1 Comment »
Looking for a different spin on spaghettii and meatballs, try these terrifically satisfying Linguine with Rustic Meatballs. Rustic meaning that the meatballs are not rolled meatballs, but 1-1/2 inch free-form clumps. Read the rest of this entry »
Blue Plate Meatloaf with Bacon Gravy
February 22, 2009 | 2 Comments »
Meatloaf considered a comfort food is a traditional american cuisine.  A versatile dish as well, because it can be used as left-overs. Meatloaf sandwiches are the absolute best!  There are thousands of recipes out there, and I am always on the hunt for something Read the rest of this entry »
Steak and Vegetable Soup
February 17, 2009 | No Comments »
This was a quick and easy 15 minute (to prepare), hearty soup that is perfect for a weeknight! Steak and vegetable soup creates a hearty magic that will warm up old man winter himself, according to my source for this recipe, Read the rest of this entry »