All Things Asparagus-5 favorite asparagus recipes
It's always asparagus season somewhere! Here are some of my favorite asparagus recipes from the Recipe Fiction archives- from tarts to sides to quiche these are tales of spring rolls past.
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Cut Like a Pro: The Best Kitchen Knives Under $50
Upgrade your culinary game without breaking the bank with the best kitchen knives under $50. Are you tired of struggling with dull, cheap knives that make your cooking experience a nightmare? Well, get ready to slice and dice like a pro, because we’ve rounded up the best kitchen knives under $50 that blend quality craftsmanship with unbeatable affordability. From versatile chef’s knives to…
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Cinco de Mayo Recipe Round-Up
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Are you planning anything for Cinco de Mayo? Here is a list of Cinco de Mayo recipes from some great bloggers around the web.…
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Xanodrian Beef Stew
This stew recipe was passed down to me by the Kitchen Goddess of Xanodria. (Glory be to the Provider of Nourishment, Wielder of the Wooden Spoon, She Who Wears The +5 Apron of Seasoning. Blessed are the fruits of her stove and blessed are we who sit at her table. In the name of the pasta, the stew, and the holy breakfast casserole, amen.)
And since it's a LARP kitchen, the process of bequeathing basically consisted of Dianne pausing in mid-stir to say, "I dunno, I just throw these six or seven things in a pot, add seasoning, and leave it alone until it's done. Go nuts."
Such simple words to describe the best beef stew you will ever eat.
Ingredients:
1 lb cubed stew beef (general rule: 1/4 lb per dinner guest)
1/2 lb bistec (optional, but it does make the texture more varied)
2 large potatoes, peeled and cubed (yellow or white)
1/2 large onion, minced (yellow or white)
10 oz bag frozen peas and carrots
10 oz bag frozen green beans
Several tsp minced garlic (at least 3)
Worchestershire sauce
Red wine (or beef stock)
Water
Beef bouillon cube
2 tbsp butter (if desired)
Seasonings - garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, paprika, basil (or to taste)
In a dutch oven or medium stew pot, brown the beef until no pink is showing (about 2-3min), but do not cook the cubes all the way through. Remove the meat to a dish with a spoon, leaving the juices and fat in the pot. Sauté the minced onion and 2tsp of minced garlic in the drippings until the garlic is fragrant and the onions are slightly translucent. (If you like, you can throw in a tbsp of butter each for the browning and sauteing.) Deglaze with a generous cup of red wine (or beef stock), stirring to get all the brown bits off the bottom and sides.
Add in the frozen vegetables, cubed potatoes, and cooked beef, followed by 2 cups of water and a beef bouillon cube, stirring to combine. Add several dashes of Worchestershire sauce (and another splash of wine, if desired). Season to taste with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, basil, and another spoonful or two of minced garlic. (Or your seasoning blend of choice for beef and veggies.)
Stir until well-combined and let it come to a healthy bubble for about a minute. Then lower the heat to a simmer, put on a lid slightly off-kilter to vent a small amount of steam, and LEAVE IT. Allow to simmer, stirring very occasionally, for no less than two hours. Taste when stirring and adjust seasoning if needed. The stew is done when the potatoes are easily mashed, the beef falls apart when pressed with a wooden spoon, and your whole home smells like deliciousness.
Best served in bread bowls or over a slice of bread. Serves 4 people, or 2 with leftovers. Can be stretched with more vegetables or by serving over buttered noodles.
This is a super-simple recipe with very few components and very little skill required. If you can brown beef, put things in a pot, and add seasoning, and leave it alone, you can probably make this.
Enjoy! 😊🍲
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Summer 2023
Watching
We Are Lady Parts
Listening to
Boygenius
The Amelia Project
Where the Stars Fell
Food/drink
Strawberries + Doritos for most meals, whoops
Milk bread
Iced green tea with honey and frozen pineapple chunks
Misc.
Painting, painting, painting, painting
Making travel plans for August and next spring
Dreams that make me homesick for childhood in a nice way
Starting to learn Japanese
Book inventory days
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Weekly Friday Finds 04-19-2024 | Awesome Books ~ Author News ~ Recipes ~ Crafts ~ New Trivia Question
The 04-19-2024 Weekly Friday Finds are here with all the things! How does Apricot Chicken sound for dinner? Let's add some delicious lemon cookies for dessert. Next you can learn to knit or crochet a scarf, complete with video instructions. And I have fabulous Indie Author news, along with a few great books. Don't forget the weekly trivia contest. You'll find the answer to last week's question and a new one for this week. Of course, there is always a little blog round-up for you. I hope you love it all!
#EllwynAutumnAuthor #E.G.Moore #trivia #LearnToKnit #LearnToCrochet #CrockPot #InstantPot #Grill #Cookies #BookBirthdays
Weekly Friday Finds 04-19-2024 | Books ~Author News ~ Recipes ~ Crafts ~ New Trivia Question
Weekly Friday Finds | 04-19-2024 | Books ~Author News ~ Recipes ~ Crafts ~ New Trivia Contest Question
Welcome to the 04-19-2024 edition of the weekly Friday Finds. It’s been quite the busy week around here.
My better half tore down the remnants of an old barn on the farm. Now all that remains is to clean up and dispose of 100 years worth of “junk.” Once we rent the dumpster, we’ll have about two…
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Kid-Friendly Charcuterie Board
This Kid-Friendly Charcuterie Board is a great snack or light meal option
This Kid-Friendly Charcuterie Board is a great snack or light meal option that your children are sure to love. You can create an attractive board with both nutritious and fun choices that will have your kids trying new foods before you can snap your fingers.
Pick a Large Rimmed Tray
You can build a charcuterie board on any type of food-safe tray.
A rimmed baking sheet is a great option for a…
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You are all correct - I have been known to cook up some pretty excellent soup.
Whenever I make a meal-prep batch of tavern beef stew or rustic chicken lentil soup, it's always gone within a couple of days, even though I try and make enough for a week.
My apple cider pork roast ain't bad either.
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