Monthly Archives: January 2018

Pork Medallions on Apple Compote with Black Pepper Cider Sauce

Posted on January 21, 2018 by akkermanfamily

Wolfgang Puck’s column in our local newspaper carried this recipe recently. The dish is simple enough for a weeknight meal, but could also be the basis for a special dinner. The recipe calls for a total of one cup of … Continue reading →

Posted in Pork | Tagged apple, apple jelly, black peppercorns, butter, chicken broth, chicken stock, cream, main dish, nutmeg, parsley, pork loin, vegetable oil, white wine | Leave a comment

Instant Pot “Rotisserie” Chicken

Posted on January 21, 2018 by akkermanfamily

This recipe comes from recipe developer Marjorie, from Alabama via the website apinchofhealthy.com. Rotisserie chicken in a pressure cooker? Needless to say, we were both intrigued and skeptical. But we’re game to try almost anything with our new pressurized cooking … Continue reading →

Posted in Chicken, Pressure Cooker | Tagged canola oil, chicken, chicken stock, garlic, lemon, main dish, onion, paprika | Leave a comment

Beef and Guinness Stew

Posted on January 21, 2018 by akkermanfamily

This recipe comes from recipetineats.com; the author is Nagi, from Sydney, Australia, but the flavor is dependent upon Irish beer. The chef for this stew clearly states there is no satisfactory substitute. Importantly, you will not taste any beer in … Continue reading →

Posted in Beef, Pressure Cooker, Slow Cooker | Tagged bacon, bay leaf, carrots, celery, flour, garlic, Guinness beer, main dish, olive oil, onion, thyme, tomato paste | Leave a comment

Pasta with Italian Sausage and Swiss Chard

Posted on January 13, 2018 by akkermanfamily

We had leftover farfalle pasta from a recent recipe (check our earlier January 2018 blog entries), and we came across a recipe for pasta, Italian sausage, and Swiss chard. Of course, we could not leave the recipe alone; modification and … Continue reading →

Posted in Pasta, Sausage | Tagged anchovy fillet, chicken broth, garlic, ground fennel, Italian sausage, main dish, olive oil, orecchiette pasta, Parmesan cheese, Peppadews, Swiss chard | Leave a comment

Red Lentil Soup with Coconut Milk and Spinach

Posted on January 13, 2018 by akkermanfamily

Coconut soup not your idea for a hearty winter meal? This recipe may change your mind. Flavorful and satisfying, we are planning to add this dish to our routine January fare, and the recipe is simple enough for a weeknight … Continue reading →

Posted in Soups, Vegetable | Tagged coconut milk, coconut oil, coriander, crushed red pepper, garlic, ginger, ground fennel, lime, mustard seed, onion, red lentils, spinach, turmeric | Leave a comment

Crispy Orange Beef

Posted on January 6, 2018 by akkermanfamily

Take out isn’t always the best option. Here’s a flavorful, simple alternative to the little paper containers from your local Chinese take-out favorite. This gem comes from Allrecipes.com (by BEC). The recipe takes some preparation, but the results are well … Continue reading →

Posted in Beef | Tagged broccoli, canola oil, cornstarch, garlic, ginger, main dish, orange, orange juice concentrate, rice, rice wine vinegar, soy sauce, sugar, top sirloin beef | Leave a comment

Best of British Pot-Roast Beef

Posted on January 1, 2018 by akkermanfamily

Here’s a toothsome addition to your slow cooker repertoire. Americans may not be familiar with topside beef roast, which is what this recipe calls for. This cut comes from the inner muscle of the cow thigh, and is both tender … Continue reading →

Posted in Beef, Slow Cooker | Tagged beef stock, carrots, celery, English mustard, flour, garlic, main dish, onion, oregano, red wine, topside beef roast, vegetable oil | Leave a comment

Monthly Archives: January 2018

Pork Medallions on Apple Compote with Black Pepper Cider Sauce

Instant Pot “Rotisserie” Chicken

Beef and Guinness Stew

Pasta with Italian Sausage and Swiss Chard

Red Lentil Soup with Coconut Milk and Spinach

Crispy Orange Beef

Best of British Pot-Roast Beef

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