These meatballs are delicious when served over egg noodles or with mashed potatoes. True comfort food. 1 lb. ground chuck 1 lb. ground pork (or 2 lbs. ground chuck) 1 small onion, peeled & diced 1/2 cup dried breadcrumbs Beef stock as needed – canned is fine 1 tsp. minced parsley 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt [...]

Good, old-fashioned meatloaf with a twist, of course. Slightly cooking some veggies before adding them. 2 Tbsp. butter 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 green pepper, diced 1/2 red pepper, diced 1 small onion, diced 2 tsp. minced garlic 1 1/2 lbs. ground beef 2 eggs 3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs 1 tsp. kosher salt 1 [...]

I have tried so many different recipes and ways of making meatballs. I added sausage, I played around with different spices and the “keep it simple” way is still the best way to go. These are outstanding. Please try to use the best ground beef you can get. It does make a difference. 1-1/2 lbs. [...]

These burgers were just something tossed together as a “let’s see how this will work” kinda thing. I had no idea that they’d become so juicy and delicious. If you like cheeseburgers then add sliced sharp cheddar because it’s so much better than American and less salty. P.S. Don’t let the list of spices fool [...]

Shepherd’s Pie seems to be from both English and Irish and eaten around St. Patrick’s Day. I don’t care what time of year it is, this is a perfect dish to make on a bleary, rainy day. But don’t let that stop you, we have 15 inches of snow where I live, and it’s delicious then, [...]

Talk about moist! Even if you don’t like mushrooms don’t be concerned, they “disappear” into the burger but add such flavoring, you won’t believe you’re eating mushrooms. 2 lbs. ground chuck 1 cup flavored breadcrumbs 3/4 cup beef broth 1 small (4oz) can mushrooms, drained & diced small 2 tsp. onion salt 1 tsp. dry [...]

This is no exaggeration. Once you try this you’ll be hooked. Make for company or holidays or just a leisurely weekend meal. If you’re lucky you may even have leftovers. 5 lb. beef bottom round roast 4 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/4 tsp. ground black pepper 2 Tbsp. [...]

Not made too often anymore, but still a classic. Reacquaint yourself with it or try it for the first time. You won’t be disappointed. 1- 1/2 lbs. ground beef 1 lightly beaten egg white 1 small onion, diced 1/2 cup saltine cracker crumbs 2 Tbsp. milk 1 Tbsp. prepared horseradish 1 tsp. kosher salt 1/2 [...]

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! I hope you and your loved ones eat well from my version of the Irish classic. Put the Celtic Women CD or perhaps the soundtrack from The Brothers McMullen in your disc player while you prepare this. Remember, if you don’t care for the cabbage, just skip that step. Enjoy! 2 [...]

Serve with biscuits or rolls for dipping. Your kids will love it.  **Update:  I made this today and accidentally added half of a 16 oz. box of uncooked mini-penne pasta to the pot.  When I realized that I did not pre-cook them, I added 2 cans of beef broth, let it simmer for 30 minutes [...]