Delicious meals with the best cuts so you can look & feel younger
Beef shanks with luscious marrow are a forgotten treasure of the butcher case. Often overlooked for pricier cuts, they one of the best-kept secrets in the culinary world. When slow-cooked, they become meltingly tender. Here, Braised Beef Shanks with Marrow are infused with aromatic spices and leave a broth of liquid gold. If you’ve never cooked with shanks before, this recipe will make you a believer. Plus, the humble marrow stars as the centerpiece….
Most of the time, you won’t find tripe in a cellophane package at the grocery store. There’s next to no market here. If we care about these animals and want them raised well, we can be the market. But then what do we make? I offer Braised Tripe in Spicy Peanut Butter and Coconut Sauce.
I stand corrected! When people ask me what to do with an organ meat blend, I usually tell them not to make burgers. But Sarah changed my mind. This creative recipe has enough savory flavors to save the day. I’m excited to share this quick and easy recipe for the Best Kidney Burgers!
When it comes to nose-to-tail eating, some cuts get a lot of attention—while others, like lamb testicles, remain in the shadows. But these nutrient-dense gems are worth a second look. Packed with B-vitamins and essential minerals, they offer powerful nutritional benefits that might just surprise you. Zesty Vietnamese-Inspired Lamb Testicles takes the leap into unconventional…
Having ditched the idea of ‘breakfast foods’ long ago, I am open to any nourishing foods for a morning meal. Sweetbreads with Coffee & Cream provides a bitter note to complement this rich gland – and a great way to start the day. Boost immunity, fight chronic infection, or simply feel full till noon with…
“Chopped Liver” may have a bad rap as an underappreciated accompaniment to better fare, but there’s a reason why Chopped Liver Pate has survived the test of time. In deli counters across the country, you’ll find it in big tubs made according to Kosher laws. If you’re lucky, it will still include duck fat or…
Making a large batch of Hunter’s Pie ensures leftovers (cook once, eat twice) and a solid nutrient-dense meal. For many, it’s also the easiest way to put organ meats on the table. Why? Because our bodies require nutrients to rebuild tissues, to laugh off minor stresses, and to provide calm focus. And there is no…
Marrow Ice Cream is the ultimate upgrade to a beloved summertime treat! Savory Herb and Classic Cinnamon Vanilla Marrow Ice Cream recipes are included. Nutrients in marrow provide anti-inflammatory and joint benefits (while repairing skin, bones and cartilage). Plus, the collagen and special sugar glucosamine found in marrow help restore the gut lining. Don’t limit…
Inspired by Fuchsia Dunlop, Sichuan-styled Kidney Flowers will surprise and delight. My version does not do justice to the intricate knifework shown in The Food of Sichuan; nor do I have a seasoned wok for this dish. Regardless, the morsels were well-cooked on high-heat – browning some exterior pieces while still allowing for a pink…
Protein-lovers: is tripe your favorite cut? If not, maybe it should be. It has more protein than a steak and only a fraction of the fat – a great place to start for a nutrient-dense meal. How to improve this cut? Start with a generous amount of butter and pan-fry. Butter-Fried Tripe is quick and…
Moroccan-Inspired Meatloaf with Heart is a gift from Mary Ruddick. She mentioned in our conversation last month that she loved making Moroccan-spiced Meatloaf and adding heart, one of her favorite cuts. I never did get a recipe from her, but I knew I had to create one. I read several and looked for themes. This…