2 lb. ground beef 1 onion, diced 1 Tbs. butter or olive oil 2 cloves garlic, minced (about 2 Tbs. minced) 1 8 oz. box cream cheese 1 cup sour cream 2 cans diced tomatoes 1 can olives sliced 2 tsp. fish sauce or Worcestershire Sauce 2 tsp. rosemary (fresh is best) 2 tsp. oregano…
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Beef Chili
I’ve noticed that busy days come in pairs. This meal makes plenty so you can put some away in the freezer or save some for lunch the next day, which is likely to be busy as well. 3 pounds ground beef 2 onions, chopped 2 cans (15 oz.) kidney beans, rinsed 2 cans (15 oz.)…
Pot Roast (Oven or Crockpot)
We typically use a rump roast when making roast beef. You can also use a round roast or a sirloin tip. Choose a size that will feed your family, plus a little for leftovers. Boneless rump roast, approximately 3 1/2 pounds 2 cups water 2 tbsp. dried, minced onion 1 tablespoon dried basil 1 tablespoon…
Sunday Dinner Casserole
2 pounds leftover cooked roast beef 4 medium potatoes 3 medium carrots 1 onion 2 tablespoons olive oil 4 tablespoons butter Steak seasoning Preheat oven to 400°F. Grab a cutting board and a big knife and cut the roast into bite-size pieces. Scrub the potatoes and cut them into bite-size pieces as well. Scrub the…
Goulash
The celery seed makes the difference in this simple comfort food. 2 pounds ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 tablespoon minced garlic 1 tablespoon celery seed 2 teaspoons sea salt 2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper 2 cans (15 oz.) diced tomatoes 2 cans (6 oz.) tomato paste 1 1/2 cups water 1 (1 lb.) package…
Creamy Pasta Primavera
I like easy recipes. This one is pretty fast and easy! You’ll be in and out of the kitchen really fast. Get all your veggies out first, and start your beef to browning while you chop up the onion. Add it to the beef, then chop your other veggies. By then, your beef will be…
Slow Cooker Roast Beef
My husband found this recipe from cafedelites.com, and it turns out great every time we make it. Slow Cooker Roast Beef 1-2 tablespoons olive oil 4-6 pounds of roast beef (boneless) 2 onions, chopped 2 tablespoons minced garlic 1 pound baby potatoes (cut in half in too large) 4 large carrots (cut into 2-inch pieces)…
Anne’s Lasagna
Anne’s Lasagna Note: For a lower-carb version, you can substitute fresh zucchini slices for the lasagna noodles. Reduce the water in the sauce by half. 1 can (15 oz.) diced tomatoes 1 can (6 oz.) tomato paste 3/4 cup water 2 teaspoons dried basil 2 teaspoons dried oregano 2 teaspoons dried thyme 1 pound ground…
Pulled Beef Sandwiches with Homemade Tangy Sauce
I like fast and easy, and nothing is as fast or easy as pulled-beef sandwiches. I bought a beef chuck roast, and I browned it, then threw it in my crockpot with a cup of water and a tablespoon or so of minced onion. I let it cook on high for about 5 hours. Now…
