Author: katescuisine

Steak with Pepper Sauce

Originally published on January 17, 2015 There’s nothing better than a good steak with a steak sauce or spice that’s as equally good. This recipe gives you both with a great sauce that’s got just the right amount of spice. Although it’s a pepper sauce, I tend to stay away from putting whole (or even cracked) peppercorns in it. […]

Roasted Spicy Potatoes

Originally published on January 22, 2015 Can you believe that to make roasted potatoes I used to just toss some potatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper? Yep, before I knew about boiling potatoes and “chuffing” them as you do in Jamie Oliver’s Roasted Potatoes, or even boiling them in the oven (yes, the oven) and still calling them roasted […]

Pork Roast and Potatoes in the Slow Cooker

Originally published on January 27, 2015 I love recipes that you can make in the slow cooker. Not only are they super easy, but for working parents such as myself, it’s reassuring to know that the family is still eating a nutritious meal even while you’re at work. This recipe gives you an entire meal – including protein, […]

Chipotle Chicken Enchiladas

Originally published on January 30, 2015 Enchiladas have become a regular staple in my house and, like any other dish that starts to make a regular appearance, they stand the risk of becoming boring. I try to mix it up by adding Spanish rice sometimes, switching out beef for chicken or pork, and playing around with […]

Valencia Style Rice

Originally published on February 7, 2015 When I first saw “Valencia Style Rice” in The Recipe Encyclopedia, I thought it might be a new way to prepare rice using different techniques and – a quick look at the ingredient list told me – items that I had never put with rice before. As I was making it I couldn’t help but […]

Nigella’s Rapid Roastini

Originally published on February 21, 2015 Nigella Lawson is a favourite of mine. Not only is she utterly stunning, but she also specializes in easy down-home cooking. She’s not technically a chef mind you, but she’s got the food knowledge and the know-how to be treated like one. When I first saw her make this gnocchi dish for […]