Category Archives: Beef, Pork & Lamb
Ribs in Tabelcloth Stainer Sauce
The colorful name of this sauce, which comes from the city of Oaxaca, in Mexico, is a literal translation from the Spanish. It is distinguished by the addition of fruit, such as pineapple and bananas, and you can vary the quantity of chiles to suit your taste. Three produce a pleasantly spicy sauce. Serve this with warm tortillasto soak up the ambrosial liquid.Continue reading
Tourtiere
This meat pie is a tradition in Quebec, where it is often served on Christmas Eve. It is rich and dense. All it needs is a green salad and your favorite chutney or relish.Continue reading
Pork Pozole
The robust flavors in this traditional Mexican dish are delicious and perfect for a casual evening with friends. Add the chipotle pepper if you like heat and a bit of smoke. To continue the Mexican theme, serve with a tossed green salad that includes a diced avocado, and warm fresh tortillas.
Sausage Spiked Peas n Rice
What could be easier than this combination of brown and wild rice and split peas, seasoned with sausage and fennel? The flavors are fantastic and I love the way the split peas dissolve into the sauce, creating a luscious texture that I find extremely satisfying. Add a simple green salad or some steamed green beans and enjoy.
Peppery Meatloaf with Couscous
I love the range of mouthwatering tastes in this recipe, which combines oldfashioned meat loaf with Mediterranean flavors such as red peppers, paprika, cumin and coriander. Serve this with baked potatoes in their skins and a tossed salad.
