Beef

Marsala Mushroom Cream Sauce over Beer Braised Beef

by alice on September 19, 2011 · 35 comments

We moved into our new home two weeks ago and are still living out of boxes.  Thank goodness for my husband who is not organizationally challenged like myself.  He made sure I had at least a few pots and pans unpacked so we could, at the very least, eat at home

The first meal I made in our new home was one of the most delicious meals I’ve had the pleasure of eating in a long time.  It was inspired by a competitive recipe project I was invited to participate in called The Mushroom Masters.  I’m representing Team USA’s dinner challenge against Australia and Canada.  The recipe?  Marsala Mushroom Cream Sauce over Beef Braised Beef and Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes. Hello…. Um, Marsala Mushroom Cream Sauce…. Beef Braised Beef…. and Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes – Glory!! [click to continue…]

     
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The Pioneer Woman’s Black Heels to Tractor Wheels Book Review and Asian Inspired Flat Iron Steak Recipe

by alice on April 3, 2011 · 28 comments


I love watching funny romantic comedies, don’t you? My favorite down time activity is a date night with myself.  I like to grab a pint of Häagen-Dazs coffee ice cream, one spoon, a comfy fleece blanket, and a large Diet Coke on ice before plopping down on the couch for the evening to watch a romantic comedy chick flick.   For two hours I get to laugh and scream into my pillow as cheesy love scenes play out right before my eyes.  It’s how I prefer to unwind and enjoy a nice reprieve from my own life.  I only wish I watched movies more often than twice a year which seems to be all I have time for.

I also love reading books. There is something about the feel of the printed word in my hands.  Flipping pages, sometimes highlighting passages I hope recall later, and folding dog ears to bookmark where I finish reading for the night and where I hope to pick up the next day. The anticipation of reading a page here or a chapter there when I find tiny pockets of free time gives me something to look forward to especially if I’m vested in the book I’m reading.

Many years ago my sister introduced me to chick-lit books after the birth of my second daughter, Mimi. She assured me it would make the long stretches of nursing a newborn baby go so much faster. She was so right. Reading the Ashley Tinsdale series by Kristin Billerbeck had me in stitches, laughing out loud, and almost peeing my pants.

After ordering six books in the last six months and having them neatly organized (cough.. thrown on top of one another) on my nightstand, I came to the sad realization I would not be able to enjoy any of these books anytime soon. With my dad’s passing, mom moving in, kids crazy schedules, blogging, and writing for PBS, the concept of “free time” is not something to be had in this season of my life. One of these books I purchased was The Pioneer Woman – Black Heels to Tractor Wheels love story by Ree Drummond. [click to continue…]

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Citrus Ginger Teriyaki Steak Recipe & $100 Visa Gift Card Giveaway

by alice on July 15, 2010 · 157 comments

Tonight we ate these delicious Citrus Ginger Teriyaki steaks and boy were they good.  Even my kids commented several times how much they LOVED the sauce.  I wasn’t sure how this recipe would turn out considering I started preparing dinner at 6pm and we were eating it by 6:45pm.  In the end I was impressed with the Asian inspired sauce after a minor tweak I made.  I am also giving away the 2nd and final $100 Visa gift card swag bag sponsored by the National Beef Association.  You can read more about this at the bottom of the post but for now I want to talk more about this recipe.

Because my family was starving and I didn’t want to slow down to getting dinner ready I didn’t’ take any pictures of the process other than the ingredient picture and a couple final shots.  However I will walk you through the process and it shouldn’t be at all difficult. [click to continue…]

     
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Sizzling Sirloin Kabobs Recipe & $100 Visa Gift Card Giveaway

by alice on July 13, 2010 · 225 comments


Today I’ll be sharing with you one of two delicious lean beef, top sirloin recipes from the “Beef It’s What’s For Dinner” site and an opportunity to win 1 of 2 $100 Visa gift cards.  If you haven’t already checked the site out, they have a great recipe section.  Type in the search box the cut of beef you’re looking to cook and it will feed you several recipes.  Each recipe also has a review rating aspect of it -although I noticed many of them haven’t been reviewed yet. On the site you can register to join the community to fully access the interactive community.  There you’ll find nutritional information, meal planning, grocery lists, and cooking techniques.  It’s a good reference site for all things beef by the people who are the authority on beef.  I’ve already left my review for the recipe I’m sharing for you today. [click to continue…]

     
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Lean Beef – It’s What’s For Dinner plus $100 Giveaway

by alice on July 12, 2010 · 11 comments

I’m excited to share with you about one of my favorite foods to eat. BEEF – It’s what’s for dinner at the Currah house each week. A few weeks ago the National Beef Association contacted me about working together to share about some great interactive features on their website including an “Interactive Meat Case” at, Beef It’s What’s For Dinner. This interactive feature shares practical information and useful tips for selecting beef in the meat case.  I like this feature because often times I will ask the butcher person at the grocery store on how to prepare certain cuts of beef and what to use it for.  Honestly, sometimes I’m not sure if I believe what they tell me because often times I will buy meat based on price point and if I’m unfamiliar on how to use a certain cut of meat, I’ll ask them but not 100% confident on what they said. This tool helps me understand what types of meals I can make with certain cuts.  I also like the tab on the main home page called “Shopping for Beef”.  Lots of great information on how much beef to buy, beef for every budget, etc.  There is also a recipe tab on the site if you need some inspiration for tonight’s dinner. [click to continue…]

     
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