Boston Pork ButtI learned this easy method of cooking the Boston Butt from my daughter. The meat comes out tender and juicy and it is so good. I chilled the broth and removed the fat and made gravy. This cut of meat is also delicious with barbeque sauce on it.
Creamy Pork ChopsDelicious pork chop main dish on mashed potatoes.
Pork Hamonado Pepper SteakMy mom's specialty in the house is Pork Hamonado. It is seared pork, slow cooked with soda and pineapple juice and soy sauce. The taste is savory sweet and good. We had lots of leftovers at home and it stayed in the fridge for two days. I was thinking of transforming it into something different that is less sweet. What I did was recreate the recipe from hamonado to Pork Rib pepper steak.
Greek Lamb Patties Over RiceThis is an old recipe of my Mom's. I grew up loving lamb patties. It was a very inexpensive meal back in the day! Now it is a delicacy! But well worth each bite!
Herb Butter Lamb ChopsIt's easy to make your lamb chops super elegant with this quick and easy method. All you need to do is pan sear the lamb, then use its juices to make a pan butter with sizzling herbs. I used mint and parsley here.
Sautéed Lemongrass PorkGrowing lemongrass has it's perks! You can make this delicious sautéed lemongrass pork dish, that is easy to make and very flavorful.
Garlic Honey Balsamic SteaksYou can use this marinade on any cut of meat. It tenderizes so well, you could even go for cheaper cuts and have a nice flavourful meal. I cooked this out on the barbecue grill, but you can use a hot pan on the stove, as well.
Crispy Pork Roast with Apple Onion GravyThis is a juicy, tender pork roast with crispy crackling on top. It pairs beautifully with the gravy made of apples and onions. Smooth and velvety, it really compliments the savoury roast. Serve this alongside oven-roasted veggies and you'll be everyone's favourite chef!
Instant Pot Pot RoastSomedays I just don't want to spend hours hovering over the oven. This pot roast made inside of the Instant Pot is easy and tastes like effort! You can use almost any cut of meat and it will turn out brilliantly. Give it a try!
Corned Beef PattiesI'm working on canned goods at this moment. We usually replace canned goods in two to three months. So that old stocks doesn't mix up with new ones, we consume them. I make snacks or meals out of them. Today I'm upgrading a canned corned beef for breakfast. Here's my recipe.
White AdoboAdobo is a common recipe for the Filipinos. Why most of us likes to cook the dish is because it is simple and doesn't spoil easily. The Covid-19 outbreak has gone worst in my country and most of the people, though advised not to panic, it is still normal to see them get scared for themselves and their families.
Roast Pork ShoulderEasy to whip up, roasted pork shoulder with fennel seed, garlic and olive oil rub. This is perfect for a special dinner or special occasion served with side of roasted vegetables and rice (or however you would like to serve this).
Barbecue RibsYour viewing my finger licking barbeque ribs. You can use any flavoring you choose.
Spinach Bacon Parmesan Steak PinwheelsThese steak pinwheels are packed with texture and flavour. They are stuffed with garlic, spinach, bacon, Parmesan cheese, then drizzled with a nice balsamic sauce. This goes great with a side of mashed potatoes.
Lamb Loin Chops with Garlic Brandy ButterThis is an excellent and fancy lamb chop dish that does not take much effort. It's really a beginner's recipe but tastes like an elegant night out. I hope you give it a try!
Perfect Roast BeefI love roast beef when it's cooked perfectly. The way I like it is rare, so it's great to be able to cook it myself to my specifications. Then I slice away for meals and pack away for many lunches to come. Here is my simple recipe to the best roast beef. If you don't like it rare, just cook it a bit longer. I've added a temperature guide in the steps.
Honey Mustard Pork Loin with ApplesThe flavours of this roast pork loin smothered in apples is perfect for the fall season. Use the freshly roasted pork's juices, along with some honey and mustard, to make the perfect sauce to accompany it. The apples, once browned and cooked down, can be pressed down on with a fork to make an effortless applesauce for your dish. This is one of my favourite pork dishes, by far!
Pork Roast with Crispy CracklingIf you're not familiar, crackling is the crunchy thick skin that is purposely created on pork roasts, traditionally served for Sunday lunch. I adore making this year-round, but there's something super comforting about having it around on the colder months and holidays. This is my method of making it without too much fuss, just a few ingredients! You can use a bone-in or boneless cut, but I prefer bone-in as it is tastier, and you can make a great stock out of it after the fact.
Breaded Leftover Pork in Pineapple Pickle SauceOur famous "lechon" (roast pig) can be cooked in a variety of ways. Whenever there's leftovers from previous parties, we store them in the freezer. This is very similar to a sweet and sour recipe. The only thing that's different is the cucumber pickles. The syrup is the main sauce ingredient. Instead of tomato sauce, I substituted tomato ketchup to add a sweet and sour blend to the dish.
Party SausagesWhen there's nothing but sausage... it's time for a sausage party! Best for kids and kids at heart. Give it a good twist for everyone in the house and have a tasty dinner.
Instant Pot Pot RoastThis recipe uses an Instant Pot to make a savory and tender pot roast in under 2 hours. This is a basic, simple recipe and the results are the same as slow cooking it in a crockpot all day.
Beef Tapas ala FilipinoMarinated beef makes the beef easier and faster to cook. We filipinos loves beef tapas so much we could just eat it from breakfast to dinner. It can be paired best with corn rice.
Pork Belly and Ribs in Barbecue SauceSlow cooking can take a lot of time but gives a delicious result. We saw a large rack of baby back ribs in one of our favorite restaurants during the celebration of our wedding anniversary. It was too late to order it, as we had already ordered a lot, but our friends shared some. Since then we started craving for more. I have only pork belly in ribs, so I tried it at home.
Miso Pork Shoulder SteaksPork shoulder is a cheaper alternative to buy and tastes just as delicious as more expensive meat cuts! These pork shoulder steaks are perfect for the grill because they're sliced thinly and will grill faster.
Instant Pot Orange Pork TenderloinThis is my recipe for an Asian-inspired pork tenderloin that you can make in your Instant Pot. Use the cooked juices to make a nice sauce to drizzle over your dish when you're done. This goes great with rice.
Garlic Pepper Pork SteakGarlic pepper steak is one of our favorite dish. The aroma of toasted garlic is very inviting, and it adds so much flavor to this dish. Usually this dish is made of beef, but is also great with pork.
Frikadeller (Danish Meatballs)This is a healthy, different kind of meatball that I make. I liked the addition of wheat germ instead of bread crumbs. I used beef instead of the pork. Any kind of ground meat would work. I got 19 good sized meatballs from this recipe, and it states it makes 12-16.
Tangy Skillet Pork Loin ChopsHere's a pretty simple way to make pork loin chops with a beautiful tangy pan sauce. Even though these cuts are rather lean, you can get them to be very tender and juicy using this method. These chops pair very well with roast veggies, mashed potatoes, and rice pilafs. Leftover, they're great fillings for sandwiches.
Instant Pot Beef RibsI often don't make beef ribs at home, because it's time consuming to get it just right; where the meat just falls off the bones. I finally tried making them in my Instant Pot and they were absolutely delicious! Totally beat restaurant ribs in flavour and tenderness.
Grilled Lamb Shoulder SteaksA simple and flavorful marinate for these delicious lamb shoulder steaks. A great recipe to grill for spring and summer BBQ parties or any special occasion.
Juicy Baked Pork LoinThis baked pork loin is exploding with flavour. The great thing is, you can achieve these flavours and keep it super juicy without having to have it sit in a marinade for hours on end. This is done with a rub and some lemon or lime juice. You'll want to try this one!
Pork RibletsThis is a delicious and inexpensive meal to prepare. Serve with side of rice and vegetables. Pork riblets were only $1.09 lb. This would be a good alternative for finger food if you're hosting a party, inexpensive to serve and easy to make, in addition to drumsticks, wings, etc.
Pulled Pork BarbecueThis is a wonderful recipe that can be made in the crock pot or oven. Made from a cut called Boston butt, that is great for slow roasting and goes a long way. The left over pulled pork can be frozen, and pulled out of your freezer. Serve for lunch, dinner or for those unexpected guest.
Lamb Roast with Garlic and RosemaryThis is a main courses that is easy to prep, marinate and toss it in the oven. Very suitable to make especially when hosting a small get-together. This boneless lamb roast is delicious and pairs well with side of roasted vegetables and garlic bread.
Citrus Bourbon Glazed HamThis is my way to take a cooked ham and turn it into a luxurious main course that makes you forget about those $80 glazed hams from the specialty shops. It's turns out super juicy with an incredibly crisp toffee-like crust. Delicious! This cost about $8 in all to make. Always hunt the holiday sales!
Fried SpamWhen my husband and I were dating, he told his friends that I grew up in Plum Nelly; plum out of the country and nelly out of the world. Most of our food was grown on the farm, plus bass and crappie we caught while fishing in the pond and occasionally we even went frog gigging. Frog legs were a real treat.
CrockPot Stewed Beef and GravyThis recipe is gluten free. It's good left over and the last little bit served on a bed of rice. None is wasted at our house. This is one of our favorites to have for dinner.
Honey-Orange Glazed PorkThis recipe is a nice twist for meat, with fruit and honey. Kids and adults will both love it's sweet and savory taste.
French Onion Salisbury SteakA delicious change of pace from hamburgers using ground beef or a mixture of ground beef and ground chicken.
Ground Pork Tossed with HerbsThis will pair perfectly with classic white rice and side of pickled cucumbers, one of my favorites!
Juicy Pork TenderloinSimple and an easy main dish to make.
Lamb and Herb Stew (Ghormeh Sabzi)This has been one of my favourite Persian stews since I was a little kid. There is truly nothing like it. This is another one of those recipes people ask for my instructions on often and it's best I put it up here with pictures for everyone get use out of. This is my late grandmother's recipe, taught to me by my mother. You can use beef in place of lamb, or just make it vegetarian.
Pork Shoulder SteakWhen you hear of pork shoulder you probably wouldn't think of pork shoulder steak, but it's really delicious! Pairs perfectly with rice and side of pickled vegetables.
Sautéed Steak with Onions and SpinachI like to take advantage of sales. The steak, onions and spinach were all on special. So easy to make and it all cooks in one pan.
Greek Style Lamb and PotatoesI never liked lamb much until I learned how to choose the right cuts and prepare it myself. You always want to choose cuts that are pink and rosy in colour; never dark red. This is a complex-tasting, easy to prepare Greek version of lamb chops that my family adores. Skipping the restaurant versions is fine by me, and my wallet!
Pressure Cooker Short RibsTender, falling-off-the bone ribs is what you will get when you make this. I clipped this recipe a while ago: a Christmas gift of red wine and a sale on short ribs resulted in a great dinner tonight.
Coffee Rub Sirloin SteakA local store had a fantastic sale on prime sirloin steak, so I took advantage and made this recipe. I used Truvia blend instead of brown sugar and used less chili powder than the recipe called for.
Slow Cooker Pulled PorkThis is one of those recipes where you can throw together in a slow cooker and have a meal by dinner. Effortless, delicious and perfect for left overs. You can prepare pulled pork on buns, sandwiches, wraps, rice, mac n' cheese, nachos, sliders, pizza; the possibilities are endless.
Pork Tenderloin RoastA few days ago, I scored this boneless pork loin for $1.49/lb at Vons/Safeway. This 3 lb pork tenderloin roast was only $5! I used half for tonight's quick and effortless dinner while balancing laundry. We have lots of leftovers! For this recipe all you need to do is mix in some of your favorite spices, rub on the pork tenderloin, pan sear and toss in the oven to bake.
Pressure Cooker Apple and Beef Short RibsThere is nothing more comforting to me in the colder months than a hearty, sweet and savoury meat. These ribs will fall apart when you touch them with your fork. The vegetables and apple will meld with the sauces of the meat and turn into a luxurious sauce! I love being able to throw a bunch of things in the pressure cooker and come away with something super fancy. You will love these short ribs.
Instant Pot Porcupine MeatballsThe pieces of rice resemble porcupine quills. This dish is fast to make, and because you are using an electric pressure cooker, doesn't have to be watched.
Honey Baked HamMy family loves the official golden wrapped Honey Baked Ham that is very famous. Well, I just don't have a golden wrapped Honey Baked budget! This year, I scored a huge ham for under $5 and honey'd it up myself. Here is how to turn a store bought cooked ham into a Honey Baked Ham.
Bone-in Prime Rib RoastPrime rib only needs the simplest seasonings and be cooked to perfection. This is one of my favorite meats because it is so versatile. You can serve your prime rib roast with mashed potatoes, roasted vegetables, rice, casserole, bread, or anything you like.
Balsamic Crispy Garlic SteakThis is a quick and easy way to make a very flavourful steak with very few ingredients when you're short on time. The balsamic vinegar works great as a rapid tenderizer, too.
Chicken Marsala MeatballsDelicious and easy to prepare. This is great with pasta, potatoes or rice.
Bacon Wrapped PorchettaThis is a great and fast center meal for a little potluck or family gathering of less than 10 people (depending on your pork tenderloin piece). A nice side dish to pair this is roasted broccolini and side of rice. You can opt for mash potatoes.
Skillet Carne AsadaIf you don't have access to a grill during the hot months, or you want to take a summer flavour into the colder months, try making this delicious carne asada indoors on your skillet. The marinade and meat cutting technique used for this recipe will blow you away. Give it a try!
Grilled Pork Shoulder SkewersYou can't go wrong with a nice sweet marinate for grilled pork skewers! This is a tasty recipe that we love to prepare when we host BBQ parties. No one is ever disappointed. You can substitute the meat, but on hand I used pork shoulder.
Baked Pork TonkatsuThis is a highly requested meal that is often prepared in our household. Instead of deep frying the pork cutlets, we bake them for a healthier alternative. This is very easy to make and you can make a lot too! Since the common household does not make this many the recipe will display enough for 4 people.
Homemade Pork Back RibsTasty baked ribs with an Asian twist of ingredients!
Vietnamese Caramelized Salty PorkThis a well known dish in Vietnamese culture. It is fantastic with rice!
Braised Boneless Pork Cutlet with Apple SlicesI used seasoned boneless loin pork cutlets, and braised them in a skillet. I made a pork gravy, added thick sliced peeled apples and served them with rice pilaf. The pork came out so tender and sweet.
Easy Sweet and Sour MeatballsYou can make your own meatballs or use frozen. Make little meatballs for appetizers, or larger ones for dinner. I make these in the crockpot for 4-5 hours. You can also simmer on the stovetop for 2 hours.
Bottom Round Roast with Onion GravyThe addition of vinegar would have ordinarily turned me off, but this recipe had many rave reviews that I printed it out a few months ago. The meat and the onions were on sale, so I made it tonight. It was a big hit and I will be making it again. It was easy and cooked itself while I did work around the house.
Thrifty Leftover Pork MealWe had a lot of leftovers from the New Year's Eve celebration. I had small cuts of uncooked pork meat, half of a ball of cheese (queso de bola) and a burger. I also have a banana heart my father broiled for dinner. So I put them all together to create a heavy meal for my partner. Hubby and I always enjoy my leftover innovations, so here's the recipe.
Swedish MeatballsA very tasty, quick meal. If you use frozen meatballs, the preparation is about 15 minutes. A lot faster than going out for fast food or pizza, and so much healthier and cheaper!
Spicy Sweet and Sour Pork BitesOur boys in the family always loves saucy pork dishes especially when my father, brothers and husband go for a drinking session. They always request for this dish because it's hot, sweet, spicy and crunchy.
Gluten Free Country Style SteakOne of our favorite dishes is cubed steak and gravy served with creamed potatoes. I have to make it gluten free and came up with this method of doing so.
Chinese Boneless SpareribsI love Chinese boneless spareribs, but always find them overcooked, dry or tough to chew. I started making my own and this recipe is frugal and so very easy. It can be used as an appetizer or served with rice and vegetables as a meal. I like it both ways.
Curry Beef with RiceEnjoy this curried beef with your favorite rice.
Old Fashioned Lamb StewThis is a recipe of my mom's that I grew up on. A rich, hearty, delicious stew you have to try.
Splatter-free Cooked BaconThis is a foolproof way to cook a lot of bacon without splattering it all over cooking surfaces.
Persian Lamb KabobsThis is a very simple yet extremely delicious recipe for authentic Persian lamb kabobs. If you don't have a barbecue grill, use your broiler.
Tasty Crock Pot RibsHere you will make ribs that everyone will love. These will come out well seasoned and taste like nothing you can buy in a restaurant. These are my baby ribs.
Homemade Meat MarinadeI love making marinades! Not only do they give meat flavor but also tenderizes meat. You can do this on shopping day before you freeze all your meat, using heavy duty freezer bags. Meat preparation on food shopping day!
Buttered Pork Chops in GravyHere you will find something I tried my hand at. It was awesome.
Homemade Salisbury Steak DinnerI grew up with Salisbury Steak being one of my mom's specialties. I never until today thought about making it. I gave it a try, and it turned out to be such an easy recipe and so tasty. I think you all will find this easy and so delicious.
Glazed Chicken Teriyaki MeatballsI get asked for this recipe all the time. These meatballs are so deliciously complex in taste and moist, you would think they were difficult to make. Not at all! There are so few ingredients in this and it only takes one pan to prepare them. This could be a hit at your Super Bowl party!
Braised Oven Baked Pork ChopsThis is an easy and tasty dish that takes little time to prepare. It does most of it's work on the flavor right in your oven.
Heavenly Ham DinnerThis is so easy. If a big ham dinner sounds too intimidating to tackle, think again. Easy as pie and tastes fantastic!
Rib-Eye and Roasted Garlic VegetablesThis is a nice "put it in the oven and forget it" meal. The meat melts like butter in your mouth. It's so good. We found mixed mini potatoes on sale at the store instead of red potatoes and I forgot to put the onions in the bag, when I made the roast this time. It was still tasty and my kids did a better job eating it, so I might leave them out on purpose next time :)
Herb and Garlic SteakHubby loves steak. I've never made a steak before in my life, but decided he deserved a homemade steak. This is what I came up with. He loved it, and he is hard to please.
Cinnamon Apple Pork ChopsThis is an amazingly delicious one-pan pork chop recipe using ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. It's so easy to make but tastes like a gourmet treat. You will want to keep this recipe.
Thrifty and Quick RibsMy family loves ribs, either slabs or "country style". I purchased several packages of these a few months ago when they went on sale for $1.59 a pound and wrapped them tightly for the freezer. I got these out yesterday so we could have ribs on a rainy night without heating the kitchen up too badly with the oven.
Homemade ChorizoI love chorizo, for breakfast, lunch, or supper. I have a number of recipes that utilize the spicy, vinegary stuff, and used to buy my chorizo, that is until my local grocery store changed the brand they carry.
Braised Pork in Soy Garlic SauceThis dish is delicious with rice. Here in Vietnam we like to eat it with the fat and skin but if you prefer your meat with out those bits, choose your cut of meat accordingly. This dish is loved by both my son and grandson!
Smothered Pork ChopsBefore I became allergic to wheat, I used self rising flour for cooking smothered pork chops. When I had to go gluten free, I found that Betty Crocker Gluten Free Bisquick works just as well.
Asian Glazed Pork ChopsThis is a quick, easy, and light pork-chop dinner, that my whole family enjoys.
Easy Cookie Sheet SlidersThis is an easy way to make sliders for a large group. We made them for the Super Bowl and they were a huge hit!
Herbed Ranch Baked ChickenThis is a recipe I came up with at the spur of the moment because I had forgotten to defrost my meat once again. I had company coming and was desperate. I actually prepared these frozen, and they came out fabulous! Talk about short prep time.
Italian Pork ChopsItalian Pork Chops are easy to prep the night before and, most importantly, the kids really like them. Since dinner is kept hot in the Crock-Pot, we are able to eat a hearty home cooked meal as soon we walk in the door on busy nights.
Crockpot Pulled PorkIf you are looking for a delicious make ahead meal give this pulled pork a try!
Simple Jerky MarinadeStore-bought jerky is very expensive! Don't be intimidated about making your own at home. Borrow a food dehydrator if you don't have one.
Tender Beef RoastThis is the way to make the most tender roast ever. I make mine this way and they fall apart.
Seasoned Pork Chops In Mushroom-Onion GravyThis is just simple homemade family cooking.
Baked Chicken in FoilChicken in the Foil - Great Sunday Night Dinner
Pork Chops and DressingVery tender chops and a great tasting dressing!
Chicken LoafThis is a yummy, heart-healthy dish that can be made with chicken or turkey.
Company Pork ChopsThese make great, tender chops!
Minute Steaks ParmesanThe pizza sauce and cheese make these so good!
Steak and MoreThis makes a great one-dish meal!
Savory Baked ChickenThis makes a great "Sunday dinner." Very tasty chicken!
