Mahogany Beef Stew

Mahogany Beef Stew

Ellena’s Notes This recipe has a longer cooking time than most of other recipes, but it is still so simple! I promise! This is such a great meal to double, as you can take leftovers and serve over buttered wide egg noodles. I know you’ll love it! Our...
Chili-Ellena Style

Chili-Ellena Style

Ingredients 2 slices bacon, diced1 tbsp. butter1 onion, coarsely chopped3 cloves garlic, chopped2 tbsp paprika1 1/2 tsp ground cumin1 1/2 tsp dried oregano1/2 tsp cayenne pepper1/4 tsp chili powder1 1/4 tsp salt1/2 tsp pepper2 pounds lean ground beef14.5-oz. can diced...
Turkey and Salsa Chili

Turkey and Salsa Chili

Ingredients 1 pound lean ground turkey3 bacon slices, chopped1 medium onion, chopped1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (canned), choppedNote: freeze remaining chipotle peppers and sauce to use later1 tsp each chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, and garlic...
Wine Poached Rhubarb Crisp

Wine Poached Rhubarb Crisp

Ingredients CRUST:2 tbsp packed light brown sugar3/4 cup all-purpose flour1/4 cup rolled oats2 tbsp poppy seeds1 tbsp orange zest1/2 tsp ground cinnamon1/4 tsp ground nutmeg1 tsp kosher salt6 tbsp chilled unsalted butter, cut into 1⁄2-inch cubes FILLING:1/2 cup +...
Minestrone Soup with Couscous

Minestrone Soup with Couscous

Ingredients 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil1 yellow onion, diced2 carrots, peeled and chopped2 stalks celery, chopped3 garlic cloves, minced1 pound Swiss chard, kale, or spinach, stems cut and leaves chopped 1 large potato, peeled and chopped 1 14-oz can diced tomatoes2...