To me, Bank holiday weekends are always about family time and in the warmer months picnics and BBQ’s provide us with our food when we get together with our families and friends. Last month my OH bought us a BBQ – the first one we have ever owned – and it has meant that for … [Read more…]
There is something comforting about slow cooked meat stews this time of year, and adding some guinness to the mix makes for a very tasty dish that is sure to warm you up on a cold day. Here is my take on beef & guinness stew serves 4 adults 1 kg beef- stewing or braising … [Read more…]
Despite summer supposedly being around the corner, when its wet and cold like today comfort food is perfect for serving up for a family mealtime. Here is my recipe for slow cooker steak and ale casserole You will need: Some stewing beef (i used 400g which serves 2-3 people) 3 large carrots 1 large onion 2 … [Read more…]
I LOVE my slow cooker and I am always trying to think up new and exciting meals to make in it. I have already made my roast beef in it several times which is so easy and makes a cheap cut like brisket melt in the mouth once cooked. I happen to have some Chinese … [Read more…]
This is my recipe for slow cooker roast beef . It is the easiest way to cook a beef joint that ensures it is tender and tasty. As the beef cooks in your slow cooker or crock pot, it creates its own gravy which contains all the juices from the meat. Please try it, because you will not … [Read more…]