Category Archives: What’s for dinner

Grass-fed Beef Tostadas with Guacamole

Posted on January 5, 2013 by

We celebrated New Year’s Eve with a special treat this year.  I fell in love with Mexican food when I moved to Texas many years ago, and although there are lots of Mexican restaurants here in Houston–in fact sometimes it … Continue reading →

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What’s for Christmas dinner? Roast duckling and veggies!

Posted on December 25, 2012 by

The roast duckling we ate for Christmas dinner is probably the best I’ve cooked.  It was tender and juicy, but still flavorful with brown, crispy skin.  My family prefers duck to turkey or even chicken because it is ALL dark … Continue reading →

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Moroccan Lamb Tagine with Olives and Lemons

Posted on November 11, 2012 by

My whole family really loves lamb, and this version of Moroccan stew has some interesting spices that add an exotic taste and aroma to the dish.  This is a true traditional dish based on a recipe I found in another … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Surprise mystery meat with squash and tomatoes

Posted on November 1, 2012 by

Have you ever pulled something out of the freezer to thaw for dinner and found out when you opened the package it wasn’t what you thought it was?  One day I decided it was time for some grassfed beef liver, … Continue reading →

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Spicy Gulf Shrimp

Posted on October 5, 2012 by

You should know by now that I really love recipes that are Real Food and quick and easy.  This is one of my favorites–it’s made with wild-caught Gulf shrimp cooked in a spicy flavorful sauce.  Here’s how I make it: … Continue reading →

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Omelet with Goat Cheese and Bacon

Posted on September 24, 2012 by

You’ve probably learned by now that my favorite foods are REAL, healthy, nutritious, and, whenever possible, quick to fix.  Here’s another favorite–a two-egg omelet with goat cheese–which I usually eat as a quick lunch or supper since almost every day I … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Beef heart with bacon and veggies!

Posted on September 16, 2012 by

Here’s another edition of What’s for dinner?  The most important part of this meal is the beef heart with bacon and onion, one of our favorite ways to eat this organ meat.  Organ meats have always been an important part … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Salmon patties with fresh dill sauce, broccoli and tomatoes

Posted on July 23, 2012 by

Here’s another easy, quick meal that’s super de-lish and nutritious too. Salmon Patties 1 can, 12-15 oz, red salmon 2 eggs, preferably from pastured chickens Juice of 1/2 organic lemon 2 slices bread (I used Nourishing Traditions buttermilk soaked bread), … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Grassfed beef ribeye, green beans, and baked potato

Posted on July 4, 2012 by

There’s nothing better than grassfed beef, and this one is extra special–ribeye steak, cooked rare to preserve more nutrients.  We ate this beef with local farmers market green beans and organic baked potatoes (not local though). What you need: Beef … Continue reading →

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What’s for dinner? Grassfed beef chuck roast, potatoes, carrots, and corn-on-the-cob!

Posted on June 7, 2012 by

This edition of What’s for dinner? is another of my favorite kind of meal–traditional, easy, nutritious, and oh so delicious!  REAL comfort FOOD!  I’ve been making pot roasts like this for many years but now I use local grassfed beef and organic … Continue reading →

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