A few spices adds a little heat and tons of flavor to the classic lasagna. I like lots of sauce, so I always make extra to pour on top. This recipe requires many ingredients but once assembled, you can store it in the fridge until you’re ready to bake. It can be kept in the fridgeContinue reading “SPICY MEAT & CHEESE LASAGNA”
Category Archives: Pork
BRAISED PORK SHOULDER
Shanghai dishes are often braised or stewed in sugar and soy sauce. This Chinese-style pulled pork dish has a rich flavorful sauce and goes great with all kinds of noodles, even ramen or egg noodles! And it’s easy to make in a slow cooker. INGREDIENTS: pork shoulder (half) – 4 pounds 5 spice powder chickenContinue reading “BRAISED PORK SHOULDER”
CAULIFLOWER BACON SALAD
This is the perfect side for any meat entree, especially BBQ. Toss with a bit of ranch dressing for a creamier version. It’s delicious hot or cold, so it can be made in advance and refrigerated. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 head of cauliflower 3 slices bacon (cooked and diced) 1 shallot (finely chopped) paprika – 1/2 teaspoon salt & pepper (to taste)Continue reading “CAULIFLOWER BACON SALAD”
BRAISED PORK BELLY
This is a traditional dish from Shanghai, where the flavors are rich and strong. Cook this in advance and refrigerate, so you can easily scoop the fat off the surface. Serve with crunchy green Chinese veggies and white rice. INGREDIENTS: pork belly – 2 pounds 2 shallots ginger – 5 slices rock sugar mushroom soy –Continue reading “BRAISED PORK BELLY”
PORK CHOPS IN APPLES & ONIONS
INGREDIENTS: 2 bone-in pork chops (brine in salt & peppercorns) 4 carrots (cut into 1 inch pieces) 3 red potatoes (cut into 1 inch pieces) MARINADE: 1 small onion (thin sliced) 1 apple (thin sliced) 3 garlic cloves (diced) butter – 1 tablespoon sugar – 1 tablespoon salt & pepper (to taste) 2 cups broth 1/4 cup wine
QUICHE LORRAINE
INGREDIENTS: 5 eggs half & half – 1/2 cup swiss cheese – 1/3 cup (finely chopped) 1 shallot (finely chopped) 3 slices bacon (cooked and diced) Pillsbury crescent roll (pressed into cake/pie pan, with a 2-3 inch edge) INSTRUCTIONS: Fry bacon until crispy, then dice into small pieces. Cook shallots in bacon fat. Layer shallots,Continue reading “QUICHE LORRAINE”
BBQ PORK LOIN RIBS
INGREDIENTS: 4 pork loin ribs MARINADE: BBQ sauce – 1/2 cup honey – 1/4 cup water – 1/4 cup 3 garlic cloves (diced) salt & pepper (to taste) INSTRUCTIONS: slow-cooker Place ribs in slow-cooker and add marinade. Cook on LOW for 5 hours INSTRUCTIONS: oven Preheat oven to 350°F. Place ribs in an oven safe pan and add marinade. Cover panContinue reading “BBQ PORK LOIN RIBS”