Rich and savory, this simple Tuscan beef stew gets its flavor from plenty of freshly ground black pepper, dry red wine, and a hands-off braise in the oven. Like so many of my favorite batch cooking basics, this Tuscan beef stew is one of those recipes that just keeps on ... continue reading... about Tuscan Beef Stew
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Beet, Carrot and Pomegranate Salad
Winter brings with it a lot of amazing things. Snowflakes and holiday parties with sparkly shoes are some of the best. Puffy coats that make me feel like Randy in A Christmas Story thanks to ridiculously cold sub-zero temps, not so much. Those freezing temps? They can go find ... continue reading... about Beet, Carrot and Pomegranate Salad
Short Rib Fettuccine and a Fantasy Virtual Dinner Party
Right now I'm cozying up to fall. And I'm relishing it every step of the way. I'm clearing the garden in anticipation of an imminent frost, hanging the Halloween ghosts from the oak trees in the front yard and craving simple, earthy flavors for dinner. When it comes to simple ... continue reading... about Short Rib Fettuccine and a Fantasy Virtual Dinner Party