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Lammstek Swedish Roast Leg Of Lamb

Ok, cookgirl – you asked for it. … Lamb in iceland is unlike any other i’ve ever tasted. While it’s the “staple meat” of our country, it has such a wonderful flavor & texture that’s impossible to describe adequately. Siggi…

Lamb With Spinach

Lamb and spinach is always a good combination in indian curries. Not indian but very nice is this greek style dish which has that combination. It is very simple and this was “born” after a holiday in greece and trying…

Kaasprak Cheese Mash

I was asked for a typical dutch recipe and while i can’t vouch for its authenticity it is a recipe that came from my grandmother and handed down to my mother down to me. Originally this recipe was used to…

Juicy Flavorful Carnitas No Lard

Growing up in los angeles, i loved the delicious authentic mexican cuisine. Carnitas has always been one of my favorite dishes and unfortunately, you just don’t get the same quality carnitas in portland that you would in los angeles. So,…

Homemade Chili

Nice and hearty. Great comfort food for those cold winter nights. Revised: 7 january 2017

Homemade Au Jus

Knorr makes onion bouillon. Just crush the cube(s) for the required amount. Makes about 1/3 cup mix yielding eight 1-cup servings.

Gnocchi And Spicy Vodka Sauce

This is an adaptation of one of the standard joy of cooking recipes which turned out to be semi quick and totally delicious.

French Dip Crock Pot Recipe

A really nice fireside supper for friends. Taste the aus jus first to make sure it’s really “beefy” and add another bouillon packet if needed. Edit–if “heat bothers you” start with 1 teaspoon of black pepper.