Happy Barbacoa Birthday
This week KrausnicKitchen.com turns 1! As I look back, I’m so thankful for this blogging experience. It has been a useful tool in my own meal planning. Obviously, I’m not tracking everything that I cook, as that would be a long, mundane list of flops and mishaps. I’m simply posting the dishes that are deliciously … Read more
Tuscan-Style Steak with Arugula and Parmesan
We recently discovered organic, pre-washed baby arugula. It’s an “aromatic,” slightly spicy green full of vitamins A and C. Usually we mix it with spinach. Last week before a trip to the market, I pulled out one of my favorite cookbooks, The Quick Recipe from American’s Test Kitchen. I stumbled upon this jewel–Tuscan-Style Steak with Arugula and … Read more
Recipe-On-The-Box Trilogy: Part II – Taco Casserole & Refried Beans
Part Two is a family favorite found on the side of Ortega Taco Shells box. It’s a recipe for Taco Casserole. They make great leftovers as is, or serve heated on a bed of lettuce and tomatoes as a “taco salad.” Yum! And bonus, it’s less messy than tacos. To stretch out this meal, I … Read more
Ancho Chili Chicken & Steak Fajitas
This is a great weekday quick cook, especially if you prep your ingredients the night before or even in the morning. I modified the original steak-only recipe by doubling the ancho chili marinade and adding chicken to the mix. These Chicken & Steak Fajitas make great leftovers and take-away lunches. Serve it with black bean salsa, sour … Read more
Slow Cooker Indonesian Beef Curry & Homemade Naan
I am cookoo for coconuts. Maybe I come from an island people? My favorite asian dishes include coconut milk, curry, and lime, like Noodles & Company Thai Curry Soup and Tom Kah Gai. I was excited to find a slow cooker recipe which incorporates all of these flavors. I served with basmati rice, lime wedges, and plain … Read more
Italian Potpie from Everyday Food
This is a quick meal that my little ones loved. It’s from Everyday Food, Italian Potpies. It’s a “biscuit-topped Italian rendition of shepherd’s pie.” I doubled this recipe below; it makes great leftovers. It can be made as individual pies or one large one. Italian Potpie by Everyday Food Filling Ingredients 2 tbsps olive oil 2 medium onions, … Read more
