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Mushroom-Bacon-Marsala Gravy for Pork (or Beef)

29 Sunday Sep 2019

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Sauces

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arrowroot, bacon, bacon fat, broth, Garlic, honey, Marsala wine, Mushrooms, onion

Mushroom-Bacon-Marsala Gravy for Pork (or Beef)Gravy is a thing of beauty.  It can turn a pretty ordinary piece of meat or potato into a blessed event.  Remember, it’s all about the sauce!  Continue reading →

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Oma’s Sauerkraut with Apple, Onion and Bacon

07 Friday Dec 2018

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free Option, Make Ahead, sauerkraut, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Option

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apple, bacon, bacon fat, caraway seeds, flour, onion, sauerkraut

Oma's Sauerkraut with Apple, Onion and BaconDid you have a nice Thanksgiving?  We were blessed with a visit from our good Canadian friends, The Austrian Sweet Tooth and The Organizer, Now Retired (she’s my political conscience!).  They were visiting to “experience” the “Southern” Thanksgiving, as they have never been with us for Thanksgiving, American-style, and a “Southern” Thanksgiving, as well.  We didn’t do the traditional turkey, but feasted on Pork Tenderloin with Mushrooms, Herbs and Apples, Bread Stuffing with Herbs, Scalloped Corn and sauerkraut.  Sauerkraut is just so delicious with pork, so why not?  And this…this is some gooood sauerkraut!  Continue reading →

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Onion, Apple and Mushroom Compote (for Pork)

01 Saturday Dec 2018

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Apples, Condiments, Garlic, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Mushrooms, Onions, Vegetarian Option

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apples, bacon fat, broth, Dijon mustard, dry white wine, Garlic, Mushrooms, Onions, Spices

Onions, Apple and Mushroom Compote (for Pork)The mixture of onions, apples and mushrooms is a winning combination.  I love this combination with pork or roasted chicken.  This is particularly nice, because you can make it ahead and reheat it.  I think it’s even better reheated, making it perfect for company.  And, this compote positively screams autumn!  Continue reading →

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Bacon-Fried Rice with Clementine Bits

03 Sunday Jun 2018

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Broccoli, Carrots, Clementine, Gluten Free Option, Onions, Quickies (It's not what you think!), Rice, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Option

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bacon, bacon fat, broccoli florets, carrot, cilantro, Clementines, frozen peas, Garlic, ginger root, jasmine rice, onion, rice wine vinegar, Scallions, sesame oil, soy sauce

Bacon-Fried Rice with Clementine BitsWhaaaaat?  Clementines, in fried rice?  There are all sorts of recipes in Asian cooking that use orange/Mandarin/tangerine.  Orange chicken?  Tangerine Beef (or chicken)?  So why not fried rice?  Oh, you noticed the bacon, too, did you?  Continue reading →

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Chaufa Rice (Peruvian Fried Rice)

10 Thursday May 2018

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Gluten Free, Latin Food, Main Course, Make Ahead, Rice, Side Dishes, Stir-Fry, Vegetarian Option

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bacon, bacon fat, bell peppers, cilantro, cooked chicken, cooked rice, dark soy sauce, eggs, ginger, Onions, Scallions, soy sauce, toasted sesame seeds

Chaufa (Peruvian Fried Rice)Peruvian cuisine is wonderful.  If you have a Peruvian restaurant near you, and haven’t tried it.  Go.  Go right now.  Peruvian roast chicken is magic and magically delicious.  But today we’re making Chaufa Rice, Peru’s version of Chinese fried rice.  It’s simple.  It’s delicious.  And it also happens to be a great way to use leftover chicken or pork, if you don’t have fresh.  Continue reading →

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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Onion, Garlic, Apples and Cranberries

16 Thursday Nov 2017

Posted by The Gourmet Goddess in Apples, Brussels Sprouts, Garlic, Gluten Free, Make Ahead, Side Dishes, Vegetarian Option

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bacon fat, Brussels Sprouts, cooking apple, Dried Fruit, onion, roasted garlic cloves, toasted nuts, whole spices

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Onion, Garlic, Apples and CranberriesThe Goddess has come to the conclusion that autumn is her favorite time of the year, certainly from a culinary standpoint.  You know, the things that are just so delicious—apples, pears, Brussels sprouts, winter squash are in abundance.  Not to mention soups and stews.  Yup!  It is a great time of year to be cooking…and eating.  Continue reading →

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