Category Archives: Beef

Sloppy Joes

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintSloppy Joes Prep Time: 10 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 35 minutes Yield: 8 servings You don’t have to rely on canned sauce to make your own tasty sloppy joes. It’s a simple recipe, and one that allows you to adjust the spices to your family’s tastes.Ingredients2 pounds ground beef 1 can tomato puree (28 […]

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Meatball Sandwiches

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 25, 2012

PrintMeatball Sandwiches Yield: 6 servings Amazing comfort food… you can also make these a couple of days in advance. They freeze well for a quick addition to spaghetti when you need to fix a quick dinner. The cheese and breadcrumbs give the meatballs a smooth texture. Use a hearty bread like a hoagie roll or […]

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Beef Stew

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Slow Cooker Recipes, Soups & Stews on February 25, 2012

PrintBeef Stew Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 6 hours, 15 minutes Yield: 12 servings I love making this in the slow cooker on a chilly day. And this recipe is big enough for leftovers!Ingredients2 pounds beef (chuck or bottom round), cut into 2-inch chunks 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 cup flour, seasoned with salt, pepper, […]

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Chili

Published in Beef, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes, Soups & Stews on February 25, 2012

PrintChili Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 2 hoursTotal Time: 2 hours, 20 minutes Yield: 12 servings Ingredients2 pounds lean ground beef or turkey 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1 cup chopped onion 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 lg. can crushed tomatoes 1 lg. can tomato sauce 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped 2 Tbsp. chili powder […]

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Beef Stroganoff

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Mom, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 19, 2012

PrintBeef Stroganoff Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 30 minutesTotal Time: 45 minutes Yield: 6 servings I love this recipe – it’s a great way to stretch a budget without feeling like that’s what you’re trying to cut corners. If you are using a cut of beef that isn’t very tender, slice the beef and soak […]

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Slow Cooker Pot Roast

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on February 19, 2012

PrintSlow Cooker Pot Roast Prep Time: 15 minutesCook Time: 9 hoursTotal Time: 9 hours, 15 minutes Yield: 6 servings This is a family favorite. I love it because it takes just a few minutes to prepare, making it great for a busy day. It’s the perfect meal for a cold and rainy Fall day. I […]

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Fajitas

Published in Beef, Chicken, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on October 30, 2011

PrintFajitas Prep Time: 20 minutesCook Time: 20 minutesTotal Time: 8 hours, 40 minutes Yield: 6 servings Ingredients1 pkg. 7-inch flour tortillas (either white or whole wheat) 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken breast or lean beef (flank steak, London broil, round steak, etc. work well) Fajita marinade (or one envelope of the packaged marinade) 1 med. […]

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Fajita Flat Iron Steak

Published in Beef, Main Dish, Penny Pinchin' Picks, Recipes on October 27, 2011

PrintFajita Flat Iron Steak Prep Time: 5 minutesCook Time: 15 minutesTotal Time: 25 minutes Yield: 4 servings Ingredients1 1/4 pounds flat iron steak 2 tsp. fajita seasoning 1 Tbsp. olive oil 2 each tomatoes, slicedInstructionsHeat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season steaks on both sides. Grill for 12 to 15 minutes, then let […]

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