Beef Stroganoff is a Russian dish of sautéed pieces of beef served in a sauce with sour cream. From its origins in 19th-century Russia, it has become popular in much of the rest of the world, with considerable variation in the actual recipe. Continue Reading

Browning meat and the Malliard Reaction

If a recipe says to brown the meat, the author expects that you are going to do just that.  Get the piece of meat nice and browned on all sides.  Continue Reading

This is a dinner for four guests that I am preparing today. This seems like a nice finish to a hard day of skiing in Telluride, Colorado. Continue Reading

This is a quick and easy way to make a pot roast or beef stew fresh and flavorful. Gremolata is a mixture of minced garlic, fresh chopped flat Italian parsley, and lemon zest. It is a classic garnish for Osso Buco, and gives the classic umami dish a bright fresh taste. Continue Reading