I hope you’ll forgive the inclusion of packaged ramen noodle. The college kid staple has a bad reputation, but in my defense this one of those “silk purse out of a sows ear” recipes. Sometimes cheap and cheerful satisfies. Spicy Beef Ramen 4 packets Ramen Noodle For the Sauce 1/2 cup Beef Stock 1/2 cup …
There is an Indian place near campus here in Eugene called Evergreen. This is my amateurish attempt of their squeal inducing mango curry. While the following recipe features apricot jam and heavy cream (because that’s what I had on hand) a mango chutney or jam and coconut cream would make this taste more authentic. Apricot …
When ever I see ground lamb at the grocery I always snap up two or three packages and stash them in the freezer. For the Meat Mixture: 1 pound Ground Beef 1 pound Ground Lamb 1/4 cup finely chopped Green Onion 2 teaspoons Ground Cumin 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon 1 teaspoon Ground Allspice 1 egg …
The debate has raged for decades at potlucks and cookouts; beans or no beans. Tomatoes? Turkey chili!?! This is the “3 B’s” school of chili: beef, beans, and beer. None of that citified ground beef and green peppers nonsense, also, not one speck of tomatoes. Truly Texan Chili For the Seasoning Mix: 3 tablespoons Chili …
All the credit for this recipe goes to Jef, who, when I was recovering from surgery a few months ago took over the cooking duties for a few days. This recipe is a result of his cooking adventures. For the Salad: 1 lb Orzo Pasta 4 cups halved Cherry or Grape Tomatoes 2 cups crumbled …
It’s been forever since I posted a recipe. Sorry about that. I hope this makes up for my cruel neglect. Apricot-Curry Pork Chops 4-6 Bone in Pork Chops Salt and Pepper 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil 2 cups Chicken or Veggie Stock 1/2 cup Apricot Preserves 2 Teaspoons Curry Powder 1/2 cup Golden Raisins Season your …
Changing it up over here at wishingforhorses.com with a new website theme. Lookit how lovely! Does anyone have any resolutions? Any big plans for the coming year? Though I don’t really have any resolutions, I’m making plans to cross off more things on my life list plus add some more. I’m starting book two this …
More than any recipe, this is the one that terrifies novice and seasoned cooks alike. You can breathe easy. I’ve figured out the hard stuff so you can be the hero. Thanksgiving Turkey 1 (18-20 lb.) turkey 1 stick unsalted butter (room temperature) 2 lemons (quartered) 1 whole head of garlic (halved) 1 tablespoon salt …
Brining your turkey is the best way to add flavor and ensure tender meat. Turkey Brine Dry ingredients: 2 cups kosher salt 2 cups brown sugar 10 whole cloves 10 cardamom pods 1 tablespoon sliced fresh ginger 2 bay leaves 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1 whole nutmeg (slightly crushed) 1 …
As you may remember, I posted a list of the things I’d hoped to accomplish this summer. Some were grand aspirations and some involved me sitting for hours looking at the glowing rectangle mounted on my wall. So, first in the “not so much” column goes: Go on evening drives We did an extraordinary amount …
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