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slow cooker

beef in wolaver’s pumpkin ale

October 23, 2008

While I have pantry space dedicated to my slow-cooker, it spends most of its days living on the counter. It’s not that I am too lazy to put it away (well, maybe sometimes) but I actually end up using it every other day because it is just that handy. For example, yesterday morning I browned the meat, sauteed the vegetables and then chucked everything into the slow-cooker. When I got home, the house smelled great and dinner was ready to go - it doesn’t get any better than that.

This is a fun and simple recipe that was inspired by Kristin at the Kitchen Sink, who posted a great Beef Stew Recipe a couple of weeks ago. If you haven’t checked out Kristin’s website, zip over there and give it a look. I am always impressed by the variety of recipes she churns out, especially considering she is just starting off her law career! [click to continue…]

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goulash

September 9, 2008

If you want your friends and family to treat you like a queen or king, then whip up this dish, break out a bottle of wine, and get ready for the the accolades.

Okay, okay, okay, you may not become instant royalty, but I am sure you’ll have a group of smiling faces at dinner. I haven’t had too many dishes where everyone at the table asks for seconds (or thirds), but this goulash was a major hit at my house. Highlighting fresh bell peppers (which are looking top notch at the farmers market right now) and a slow cooking method that does all of the work for you, this dish is going to become a staple in my house this fall, perfect for those days of yard work ahead. [click to continue…]

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