What is Skirt Steak? Skirt steak is a long and thin cut of beef that comes from the underside of the cow, near the diaphragm, and is known for its rich flavor and chewy texture. Skirt steak is often used in Mexican and other Latin American cuisines to make dishes like fajitas, tacos, and carne asada. Skirt steak is also popularly used in Asian cuisine, … Continue reading Carne Asada in honor of Pope Leo XIIV
There are so many chores outside this time of year on our little patch of heaven: readying the gardens for the planting of produce and herbs, caring for our little flock of chickens, mowing grass on a regular basis and hanging clothes out on the line, weather permitting. I honestly love the busyness of spring and the good appetites that come with it. What doesn’t … Continue reading Speed Scratch Stuffed Bells
Oh gosh, we are definitely into autumn here on my little patch of heaven, which means we’re still busy outdoors getting all the potted plants and gardens transitioned to winter’s chill. Oh gosh, we are definitely into autumn here on my little patch of heaven, which means we’re still busy outdoors getting all the potted plants and gardens transitioned to winter’s chill. That’s why today’s … Continue reading Mongolian Beef in Slow Cooker
With Father’s Day approaching, memories of my dad, Charlie Nader, always come to mind. Sociable and hard working (he worked the factory night shift), he still made time to haul us 9 kids and our friends around. My husband, Frank, is like my dad in many ways. Same gregarious attitude and equally as hard working. I credit him with teaching our sons useful “hands on” … Continue reading Grilled Steak for Dad
Filet mignon and red velvet whoopie pies – opposite ends of the spectrum for your special Valentine’s Day celebration. We call them “I love you” foods. Filet mignon is not a steak served often at our house. Quality filets are expensive so making sure a recipe works is a given. I’m sharing a straight-forward method that has you browning the steaks on the stovetop and … Continue reading Filet Mignon and Red Velvet Whoopie Pies for Valentine’s Day
This week when chatting with Matt Swaim on the Sonrise Morning Show, Sacred Heart Radio, the subject of Passover traditions came up. And you know what? Passover can be celebrated by anyone, Christians, Jews, whoever. At our Catholic Church one year we held a Passover dinner and it was meaningful and I might add delicious. Here’s a couple favorite recipes for Brisket – hard to … Continue reading Passover Brisket 2 ways
Update on Zip’s chili: Both Main Street Cafe and Zip’s Chili are owned separately today. (At the time of the article below written years ago, both restaurants were family owned). Dave Murrie owns Main Street Cafe in Newton, and Mike Burke owns Zip’s Cafe in Mt. Lookout. Mike has worked at Zip’s, off and on, since he was 15! He purchased Zip’s from Brian Murrie over 4 … Continue reading Chili like Zip’s Cafe
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