Category Archives: Meat

Mangia Italian Style

Posted on May 13, 2014 by Camille

On our recent trip to Chicago for a week’s vacation, we were able to spend time with family and friends and do all the touristy things we haven’t done in years.  We visited Museums, Giant Buildings, Michigan Avenue, took in … Continue reading →

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Erin go Bragh!!!

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Camille

I know we all have heard the phrase “Erin go Bragh” when St. Patrick’s Day is approaching.  And I know that many us that are Irish on that one day only have no idea what it means.  Here is the … Continue reading →

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Soup, Glorious Soup

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Camille

This blog is dedicated to all of my friends and family that are suffering through the terrible weather north of Paradise.  That means all of you north of the Florida boarder. Here are a few of my favorites.  Some have … Continue reading →

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Texas Chili With A Twist

Posted on January 25, 2014 by Camille

I love a good bowl of chili but I can only eat so much of the ground meat version, the kind I grew up on.  I started to make this chunky pork (using pork instead of beef is the twist) … Continue reading →

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The Holidays Are Here

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Camille

The Holidays are just around the corner and I am sure that many of you will be preparing Christmas Dinner or New Year’s Day Dinner.  I want to give you something new to bring to the table on the special … Continue reading →

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Memory Of A Past Party

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Camille

This past Sunday, on my daily walk, I ran into a couple who I catered parties for before I retired.  After spending about half an hour talking I went on my way and began reminiscing about the parties I did … Continue reading →

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Pot Roast – The Ultimate Comfort Food

Posted on October 3, 2013 by Camille

Pot Roast I love slow cooking pot roast or whole fresh hams or pork butts or beef brisket.  I don’t get much of a chance to do it in Florida because it is so warm all of the time, but … Continue reading →

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Perfectly Perfect Pan Seared Filet Mignon

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Camille

Saturday night at the Hansen’s is steak night.  Sometimes I make steak at home and other times we will have it at a steak house.  I prefer to eat Rib Eye but would rather cook Filet Mignon.  Filet is much … Continue reading →

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Summer’s Kick Off Holiday

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Camille

The beginning of summer officially kicks off this weekend with Memorial Day.  This is the weekend when Swimming Pools open and Barbeques are fired up for the first time after many months of miserable weather.  That is if you live … Continue reading →

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Braised Short-Ribs, Spaetzel, Beer Braised Brussels Sprouts

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Camille

For some crazy reason, last night I felt like having a “comfort food dinner”.  Maybe it was because I am feeling a little sad about losing my publisher or maybe it was just because I needed to cook something that … Continue reading →

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