Boeuf/Beef Bourguignon is essentially an upstairs version of a simple beef stew, named for Burgundy after the type of wine which was used in the dish. Frugal cooks have always looked for ways to tenderize cheaper cuts of meat; using alcohol and low heat is a great … [Read more...] about The Comfort of Great Boeuf Bourguignon
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Hearty Lentil Stew
Late summer is often the time when you start looking for heavier comfort foods as the weather gets cooler. However, it may be too early to dive into classic winter dishes. Take lentil stew for example. It is a heavier dish, but not as heavy as beef stew. While many lentil … [Read more...] about Hearty Lentil Stew
How to Make the Crispiest Pan Fried Pork Chops
Breading pork chops can be a challenge. They can end up soggy or the coating comes off. The experts at Americas Test Kitchen spend hours working on these types of problems so we don't have to. Their bonding trick is to score the pork chops and use cornstarch in the breading … [Read more...] about How to Make the Crispiest Pan Fried Pork Chops
Satisfying One-Pan Smothered Pork Chops
My husband is the hunter/gatherer in our household, dedicated to getting the best bargains. So depending on what your hunter brings home for the pot, you need to have an arsenal of recipes on hand to cook from. This is my favourite way to use thinly cut bone-in pork chops. It … [Read more...] about Satisfying One-Pan Smothered Pork Chops
The Juiciest Baked PorkChops Can Be Yours in 30 Minutes
I love making this pork chop recipe year-round as a weeknight dish. There is not a lot of fuss or preparation involved: just rub with oil, apply a spice rub, and bake. Quick and easy. The Juiciest Baked Pork Chops This super easy dish will get your main course on the … [Read more...] about The Juiciest Baked PorkChops Can Be Yours in 30 Minutes
