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Beef Oysters

March 29, 2024June 15, 2020 by Carlotta

NO!!! These are not what you are thinking! Get your mind out of the gutter, and focus on this tasty, easy, inexpensive, fun treat. My mother was the master of frugal meals. She would serve our family of 5 on a tight budget so that we could travel and have adventures during summer vacation — … Read more Beef Oysters

Rich Tomato, Vodka, and Roasted Garlic Sauce

February 2, 2020February 2, 2020 by Carlotta

Homemade pasta sauce puts every store bought-brand to shame. There truly is no way to replicate the combination you have simmering on the stovetop at home, and my family is always happy when a mega-batch of this sauce is ready to go.

Chili Under Pressure

November 23, 2020October 9, 2019 by Carlotta

I love soups and stews. Comfort food to me is all about lots of veggies cooked in a flavourful broth, with some good lean meat thrown in. Forget pasta. Forget bread. And definitely forget anything fried. Give it to me fresh, hot, and FAST. Even when life is at its craziest, I crave food that … Read more Chili Under Pressure

Beef or Lamb Bone Broth

July 28, 2021February 6, 2019 by Carlotta

Miracle-working — or media hype. Trend-setting — or something your grandmother did. Bone broth has been in the health and dietary spotlight for quite a few years now. As one of the least trendy people on the planet, my name is Carlotta, and I like bone broth.

Autumn Beef Stew for Slow Cooker

April 11, 2019November 2, 2018 by Carlotta

I am embarrassed to admit that I actually like the shorter days of autumn. Seriously! During the long daylight hours of summer, I need to be outdoors from sunrise to sunset. When darkness hits about 6:00, I treasure evening in the cosiness of our home.

Barbacoa Beef Brisket for Pressure Cooker

July 17, 2021April 5, 2018 by Carlotta

In recent months, I have been unfaithful to my first love at Chipotle. After sampling my daughter’s barbacoa bowl, I turned my back on a long-term relationship with chicken, and have had a fling with barbacoa.

Company-Sized Lasagna

May 17, 2019February 27, 2018 by Carlotta

‘Tis the season — for cosy sweaters, lighting candles, wearing slippers, and inviting friends over. Long, dark evenings aren’t nearly as depressing when surrounded by family and friends. Pull out a puzzle or board game, pour something tasty to drink, and share a delicious meal that was made in advance so you don’t miss a minute of the fun.

Pulled Beef, Beer, and Roasted Garlic Sandwiches

July 23, 2021February 18, 2018 by Carlotta

Pulled Beef with Roasted Garlic Sandwiches

Every once in a while something from my kitchen doesn’t turn out very well. A flop. Disaster. Epic failure. At those times, inevitably, one of my kids says, “You should have followed a recipe, Mom”. I did! It just wasn’t a very good recipe! But in reality, recipes are just guidelines. I seldom follow them exactly, but alter them to match the ingredients I have on hand, or according to my instinct of what will taste great.

Irish Stew

October 25, 2019January 15, 2018 by Carlotta

I would like to claim “Honorary Irish Blood”. Even though my dad’s parents were born and raised in Sweden and Mom’s family is Norwegian through and through, when I visited Ireland, it fit like the most perfect LBD.

Roasted Vegetable Red Sauce

May 17, 2019January 6, 2018 by Carlotta

I am a “No New Year’s Resolutions” kind of gal. I don’t like the feeling of defeat when, only a few days into the year, I’ve already failed to improve myself. Maybe you are like me – just trying to live healthier and give more.

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