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Guava Barbecue Beef Ribs
Here’s a scrumptious lip-smacking good recipe for barbecue lovers with an exotic twist of tropical guavas. Guavas are the strawberries of the Bahamas. It’s used in our national dessert (Guava Duff), and when the fruit is not in season, it’s substituted with canned guavas or guava paste. It’s a staple ingredient in Bahamian culinary culture that is used year-round in jams, jellies, pastries, ice cream and barbecue sauces. Serve these glazed ribs with mac ‘n’ cheese or other favourite barbecue side dishes.
Persian Tiny Meatballs (Koofteh Rizeh)
Koofteh is a Persian term for meatballs and Rizeh in Farsi means mini and tiny. There are many recipes for koofteh (also called kofta) in Middle Eastern cuisines. In Iran there are various recipes from different regions with most of them being from Azarbaijan province. There are many tips and tricks for making any kind of koofteh and usually grandmas are the experts. All koofteh recipes have one ingredient in common which is ground beef though the rest of ingredients may change. Some recipes have cooked rice, others yellow split peas and some might have chopped fresh herbs. Almost all of the koofteh recipes are finished by simmering in tomato sauce. Fried potatoes and tomatoes are here to bring extra flavors and texture to this recipe. This dish is commonly served with bread such as lavash or barbari. Torshi (pickled vegetables) and fresh herbs also pair beautifully with koofteh.
Beef Samosas
Spiced ground beef enveloped in pastry and fried to perfection, these beef samosas make the best kind of appetizer. I prefer using lean ground beef for this recipe. Traditionally samosas are deep-fried though sometimes when we get uncooked samosas from our families we use the air fryer. The samosa wrappers can be found in the freezer section in well-stocked supermarkets and at Southeast Asian grocery stores.
Herb-Glazed Braised Beef Brisket with Root Vegetables
Bring comfort food to the next level with this tender and delicious, slow-braised beef brisket. Accompanied by root vegetables and drizzled with a tasty fresh herb glaze, this brisket is dressed to impress.
Black Pepper Beef Thai Stir-Fry
YouTube chef Pailin Chongchitnant of Hot Thai Kitchen put together this super simple, super speedy and authentic stir-fry recipe. To make this stir-fry in a snap, you can use leftover steak that you cooked for dinner the night before or think ahead and cook an extra steak to use just in this recipe. Pai’s ‘season ahead’ technique for steaks helps to develop caramelization and crusting which enhances the steak flavour without being too salty. To make the recipe serve 4, simply double the recipe (except for the amount of water in the sauce).
Beef Kreplach
This kreplach recipe by Chef Phillip Walters is a uniquely-presented version of these Jewish traditional dumplings in broth. The dumplings, filled with beef seasoned with fresh herbs, in an aromatic, richly-flavoured chicken broth are elevated even further with crispy carrot chips and a fresh dill oil for garnish.
Persian Okra Stew (Khoresh Bamieh)
By Tara Omidvar, @madeofsugarandsaffron, Khoresh Bamieh or okra stew is a dish originating in the south of Iran. It’s a hot and flavourful dish with lots of garlic. Okra, beef and tamarind are the main ingredients. Like many other Iranian stews, there are different versions of this stew as well. Some cooks add split peas and some make it without tamarind. This version is the one that Tara’s grandmother taught her. The sourness that tamarind provides to this dish can’t be replaced with any other ingredient. As with every other Iranian stew, this dish is always served with saffron rice. You can also serve Shirazi Salad (see Tip), fresh herbs and/or pickled vegetables as accompaniments.
Veal Tacos with Sun-Dried Tomato Tomatillo Sauce
This twist on a family favorite is delicious with or without tortillas!
Beef and Cabbage Skillet Noodles
One-skillet meals are always a great way to celebrate a great day in school or at the office. This version comes together easily and the kids will be happy to get cooking so they can add those crunchy noodles at the end!
Instant Pot Paprika Beef Stew
This rich flavorful beef stew is seasoned with two kinds of paprika and a bit of caraway seed. Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, hot cooked egg noodles or crusty rolls. The stew is a perfect make-ahead meal as it reheats well.
Beef Wellington Packages For Everyone
As co-author of Everyday Celebrations in the Best of Bridge cookbook series, Emily Richards says this take on Beef Wellington is a holiday season favourite that her son makes each year. Everyone at the table is excited when they get to cut into their own little beefy dinner package.
One-Pot Beefy Tomato Macaroni Dinner
This favorite comfort meal is a big hit with Sylvia’s family. With ground beef and mushrooms in a creamy sauce, this tasty dish is bound to become one of your family favorites, too.
Heart-Shape Mini Meatloaves
Emily has been making these meatloaves since her kids were little. The kids would recognize Valentine’s Day as Love Day, and this was the perfect way to shape one of their favorite dishes into hearts. If you have a heart-shaped cookie cutter, be sure to cut out hearts from potatoes and roast them to serve alongside.
Jillian’s Favorite Aussie Beef Meat Pies
Meat pies are a big hit with Sylvia’s family, especially for her daughter. This iconic Australian meat pie is traditionally served with ketchup and uses two types of pastry. The meat filling is surrounded by tender pastry and topped with a puff pastry lid. You can use store-bought pie pastry and puff pastry or go the homemade route.
Grilled Steak with Barley Salad
Barley has a unique chewy texture and nutty flavour. Cooking barley is easy and can be ready in under 30 minutes. This recipe is super speedy if you are using leftover steak or roast beef – a tip: cook an extra steak when you barbecue for a meal short-cut at the ready. Barley can also be cooked ahead, cooled and stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 2 to 3 days or frozen for up to 3 months – another short-cut for speedy cooking.
Pan-Seared Steak Salad with Strawberries and Blue Cheese
This healthy salad is a huge blast of summer colour! Perfect for a simple weeknight dinner for two, this is a delicious choice for a mid-summer meal on the deck. If you don’t have strawberries on hand, substitute any summer fruit such as blueberries, cherries or sliced peaches.
Baked Scotch Eggs
These are big, meaty and delicious. Enjoy them as a meal with steamed veggies or a side salad. Don’t forget to serve with some pickles and dipping sauce.
Beef Stroganoff Open-Faced Sandwiches
Who doesn’t love beef stroganoff? How about a simple weeknight dinner for two that packs all the flavour, but is on the table in a lot less time? Delicious ground beef smothered in a sour cream mushroom gravy is the perfect solution!
Doubled-Up Simple Beef and Spinach Soup
What the heck is stoup? Well, it’s somewhere between soup and stew with extra-thick broth and chunky veggies. Everyone loves one-pot meals and nothing makes a person happier than a warm bowl of nourishing beefy goodness! NOTE: this recipe makes a big batch for just two, so there will be extras for another meal (see Tip).
Korean-Style Pan-Fried Steak Strips
These Korean-style seasoned steaks strips are delicious all on their own over steamed rice, or tucked in big romaine lettuce leaves for wrapping and munching, taco-style. Steamed broccoli makes a nice side dish.
Patty Melts
Patty melts are hearty sandwiches that are pure comfort food. The juicy ground beef patty is tasty on its own and the slow-cooked caramelized onions give it even more crave-worthy flavour. Serve with a crispy side salad and your favourite grilled cheese accompaniments.
Personal Taco Pizzas
These personal-sized taco pizzas are easy, crispy and delicious! Another bonus is that each person can choose their own toppings!
Steak Hash
Time to clean out the fridge! Everyone has one red pepper, a lonely zucchini or other random vegetable(s) on hand and some leftover steak or roast from a dinner on the weekend. They’re all just waiting to come together into this delicious and healthy recipe for two!
Skillet Beef Gnocchi
It’s easy to turn store-bought potato gnocchi into pillows of goodness with this simple and speedy dish. And the bonus… this makes 4 portions and the welcome leftovers are delicious reheated for lunch another day!