May 20, 2012

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Veal stew with Moscato and fennel

vealstew2

    “Hi Jonathan,  I am interested in cooking some beef in a slow cooker, but the only time I’ve ever done it before the beef came out dry and leathery.” – Robin From Astoria Robin, this one’s for you.  Veal stew with Moscato and fennel comes from a classic spring time recipe in Italy.  [...]

Why a slow cooker

Crock Pot

  “Hi Jonathan,  I am interested in cooking some beef in a slow cooker, but the only time I’ve ever done it before the beef came out dry and leathery.” – Robin From Astoria Hey Robin, sorry to hear about the dish turning out like that.  Many new slow cookers are very powerful and actually [...]

Toffee pudding: warm sticky and easy

Warm sticky toffee pudding

    Ann from Astoria is looking for a “show stopper” dessert recipe that is not too difficult for a newbie.  Something to serve week nights or as a special treat for guests.  This toffee sticky pudding recipe looks complex, but it’s easy. I did it right on the first try, and I am not [...]