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Spicy Flank Steak with CousCous

Posted By Barb Freda On January 16, 2012

I found out that today is International Hot & Spicy Food Day. And, it just so happens I worked up this flank steak recipe that includes a generous rub of red pepper flakes tempered by an ever so slightly sweet glaze and a fruity couscous salad.  Spice up your day today with our recipe. Prep time: 15 minutes to prepare marinade; 6 hours to overnight for resting; Couscous prep time about 15 minutes Cook time: 10 minutes for Flank steak, … continued…

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Roast Beef Bites with Lemongrass Mayo

Posted By Barb Freda On January 9, 2012

I love leftovers because I can always think of something to do with them, and I am certainly not above serving leftovers to guests. These little bites use up any leftover beef you have, whether from a roast or a steak. In this instance, I purposefully cooked an extra strip steak just so I could have these treats when friends came over to visit. The rounds were a bonus find, but you could also use mini pitas or even a … continued…

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Smarter Recipes

Posted By Laura's Lean Beef On January 1, 2012

SPICY BEEF NOODLES Ingredients 1 pound Laura’s 92% Lean Ground Beef or 96% Lean Ground Round 1/2 cup diced red bell pepper 1/2 cup shredded carrots 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger 1 cup low-salt, fat-free beef broth 1/4 cup peanut butter 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce 1/2 to 1 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper 8 ounces vermicelli, cooked 1/4 cup sliced green onions 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted Chopped peanuts (optional) Directions 1. Cook beef in … continued…

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New Year’s Eve Black-Eyed Pea Soup with Laura’s Lean Beef Greens

Posted By Barb Freda On December 27, 2011

In the South, black-eyed peas eaten on New Year’s Day bring good luck—we add spinach, but you could also add traditional greens (collard greens, turnip greens, mustard greens) for even more Southern good luck for the coming year: beans for luck, greens for prosperity. Either way? Delicious. Oh, and by the way? A super healthy way to start the New Year, too. Cornbread makes a delicious side for this dish and pretty much completes the meal. 1 pound dried black-eyed … continued…

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Laura’s Lean Beef Vegetable Soup with Toasted Oats

Posted By Barb Freda On December 27, 2011

It’s been a soup kind of a month, and that is good for two reasons. It’s a warm welcome to the dinner table, and it’s simple. Even better, the soup can be put together and cooked the night before, then just pulled from the fridge and heated for dinner. As with any soup, it tastes even better the next day. Prep Time: About 25 minutes to prep all the vegetables Cook time: At least two hours (longer always is better!) … continued…

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Winter Side Dishes

Posted By Barb Freda On December 15, 2011

Maybe you are dreaming about tender young shoots of asparagus, that early sign of spring, but I am digging into hearty winter vegetables with a vengeance. Here are a few of the winter vegetables that are getting a lot of play on our table now (and for the next few months). Roasted Cauliflower with Indian Spices. I had been roasting cauliflower florets for a while—toss the florets with some olive oil, salt and pepper and roast until golden brown and … continued…

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Laura’s Lean Beef Sirloin with Balsamic Glazed Roasted Vegetables

Posted By Barb Freda On December 12, 2011

This is a great way to eat your vegetables—even the kids will love this. Use your choice of vegetables. Please try the Brussels sprouts, because roasted Brussels sprouts are nearly irresistible, I promise you. The reduced balsamic vinegar lends a sweetness that is unexpected and delicious. Prep time: about 15 minutes Cook time: about 25 minutes Serves: 4 1 eggplant 2 small green zucchini 2 carrots 1 red onion 1 red bell pepper 2 cups Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and … continued…

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Laura’s Lean Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Mushrooms and Red Wine

Posted By Barb Freda On December 6, 2011

Steak is always our holiday meal, and I am always looking for new ways to make it great and a little bit decadent while not letting it be too, too indulgent. This dish includes some of our favorite flavors and flavor combinations. Steak, mushrooms, thyme, spinach, red wine … what more could you ask? I like to serve this with simple roasted red potatoes and plenty of green salad. Prep time: About 15 minutesCook time: About 20 minutes (time to … continued…

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Beef and “Dumplings”

Posted By Barb Freda On November 21, 2011

In our house, we love the classic Pennsylvania Dutch style dumpling, which is more of a noodle. If you order chicken pot pie in Pennsylvania Dutch country, in fact, you’ll get chicken in a thick broth with this style of noodle NOT chicken in a pastry crust. This is hearty and filling and satisfying. Don’t be intimidated by making the dumplings/noodles—it really takes only minutes. DO pay attention to the instruction about adding the dumplings one by one or you’ll … continued…

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Slow Cooker Beef Goulash

Posted By Barb Freda On November 17, 2011

This is just a rich beef almost soup. Serve it over some boiled potatoes in a bowl, because you will want to get every saucy drop of this paprika-rich broth. Browning the beef with the onions and spices before putting them into the slow-cooker adds a depth of flavor that makes this step worth it. Prep Time: About 20 minutesCook Time: 6 to 8 hours in Slow CookerServes: 8 2 tablespoons vegetable oil2 slice bacon, chopped2 pounds Laura’s Lean Beef … continued…

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