I have a confession – we could care less about football in this house. It would have been cool to see Buffalo make it all the way, just because they’re in our backyard and have been SO FAR from it for so long, but otherwise….The first Sunday of February is just another day.
But football game or not, classic comfort food to warm up from winter weather IS key to survival in this house. Mac n cheese, meatloaf, and chili all make appearances. We make them in large quantities and then feast on the leftovers or toss some in the freezer for quick meals on busy nights. This favorite recipe for Beef Roll Mozzarella adds an Italian twist on a classic meatloaf. Let us know what you think! (You can stock up on our ground beef at a great price here!) Beef Roll Mozzarella 1 ½ lb ground beef 1 tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper 1 tsp onion powder 1 egg, beaten ½ C dry bread crumbs 4 oz chopped mushrooms Liquid from canned mushrooms or ½ C water ½ green pepper, chopped 1 ½ C shredded mozzarella 1 (15oz) can tomato sauce Combine beef with next 5 ingredients. Add enough water to mushroom liquid to make ½ C. Add to meat mixture with mushrooms and peppers, mix well. Line 9x13 pan with wax paper. Press meat mixture out flat on top of paper in pan. Sprinkle cheese on meat, leaving one border free of cheese. Roll meat with cheese as you would for a jelly roll, removing paper as you roll. Place seam side down in same pan. Spread ½ of tomato sauce over the roll. Cover with foil & bake at 375 for 35 min. Remove foil, spread on remaining sauce, bake 15 minutes more.
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When you open your freezer, are you met with an ice-covered abyss of unidentified objects?
Does the thought of “stocking up” on anything scare you because you’ll have to make more space? Not sure what you should meal plan because you don’t know what’s left in there? Whether your freezer is just ½ of a typical fridge, or you have the largest chest you could find, keeping it under control will make your life better! This hit home last time we returned from the butcher with two truckloads of meat! Our fleet is seven chest and upright freezers, plus the freezers of two extra refrigerators, and keeping track of what’s where, how much inventory we have left, and GETTING IT ALL IN is no easy feat! No lies, I consider myself something of a pro at freezer jenga. Here are 5 tips to make life with a freezer more enjoyable:
Hopefully these tips will help you keep the Abominable Freezer Monster under control – and make stocking up an easier option! Ground beef is a staple in our freezer, pulled out for quick & tasty family meals all year long. Here are 3 of our favorite recipes - give them a try when you're looking to change it up from the usual burgers or meatloaf! Our 100% grass-fed ground beef is lean but flavorful, making it an economical protein source boasting heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and CLA. We have plenty available - let us know if you'd like to place an order for your family's freezer! SWEDISH MEATBALLS Servings: 4-6
3 lb ground beef 1 onion, diced 2 eggs, lightly beaten 1 C seasoned dry bread crumbs ½ c fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley (or 1 Tbsp dried parsley) 2 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper GRAVY: 4 Tbsp flour 2 ½ C beef consommé or broth 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce 2 C milk 1 tsp salt 1 tsp black pepper 12 oz medium egg noodles, cooked ¼ C butter 3Tbsp fresh chopped flat-leaf parsley (or1/2 Tbsp dried parsley)
BEEF & POTATO MOUSSAKA Servings: 6-8 1 lb ground beef 1 onion, chopped 1 garlic clove, minced ¾ C water 1 can (6oz) tomato paste 1 tsp salt ½ tsp dried mint (optional) ¼ tsp cinnamon ¼ tsp pepper Parmesan sauce: ¼ C butter ¼ C flour 2 C milk 4 eggs, beaten ½ C Parmesan cheese, grated ½ tsp salt 5 medium potatoes, peeled & sliced
GROUND BEEF & CAULIFLOWER HASH Servings: 4 2 ½ + C frozen cauliflower (defrosted & drained) OR fresh cauliflower OR summer squash, chopped ½ C bell pepper, chopped ¼ C onion, chopped 1 lb ground beef or sausage 2 C shredded cheese (Goblin, sharp cheddar, mozzarella – or a mixture) ¾ tsp garlic powder ¾ tsp salt ¼ tsp pepper
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AuthorI'm half of the Crosswinds farmer duo bringing you farm fresh cheeses, beef, and pork from the heart of the Finger Lakes! Stay tuned for our daily adventures growing a family & a farm, and food for your table. We welcome your questions & comments, but please keep them respectful! For the latest updates, please follow Crosswinds Farm & Creamery on Facebook or Instagram! Archives
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