Meat

Galician Caldo Gallego

Galician Caldo Gallego

I think it’s safe to say that we’re solidly in December and, thanks to climate change, it’s weirdly still in the 40s temperature-wise.  I shouldn’t be complaining since my morning commute has been rather pleasant, but I really want a white Christmas, and that doesn’t…

Slow-Cooker Cassoulet

Slow-Cooker Cassoulet

An adaptation of Thomas Keller’s recipe for slow-cooker cassoulet, this easy slow cooker stew is hearty and a great use of Thanksgiving leftover turkey.

Julia Child’s Beef Bourguignon

Julia Child’s Beef Bourguignon

Julia Child’s beef bourguignon is a classic French stew, with smoky bacon, mushrooms, onions and wine and slow-cooked to perfection.

Guinness Lamb Shanks

Guinness Lamb Shanks

Oh, Guinness Lamb Shanks.  Fraught with memories.

Chicken Vesuvio

Chicken Vesuvio

Sweet home, Chicago. A classic one-pot meal, and a classic Chicago dish: Chicken Vesuvio.

Italian-Style Meatloaf

Italian-Style Meatloaf

Here we go, cyberspace I’ve kicked off my virtual culinary journey around the world with Italian-style meatloaf.