Recipes

Ingredients: For the Oxtail Stew: 3-4 lbs oxtail, cut into pieces 2 tbsp olive oil (for browning) 1 cup red wine (preferably dry red wine like Cabernet or Merlot) 4 cups beef broth (or more, as needed) 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, with juices 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into thick rounds 2 medium onions, coarsely chopped 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 sprigs fresh thyme (or 1 tsp dried thyme) 2 bay leaves Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste For the Creamy Polenta: 1 cup coarse cornmeal (polenta) 4 cups water or chicken broth 2 tbsp...

Ingredients: For the Beef Tongue: 1 beef tongue (about 2-3 lbs) 1 large onion, quartered 4 garlic cloves, smashed 2-3 bay leaves 1 tbsp whole black peppercorns Salt, to taste Water (enough to cover the tongue in the crockpot) For the Tacos: 12 small corn tortillas 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1 small onion, finely diced 1 lime, cut into wedges For the Homemade Salsa Verde: 1 lb tomatillos, husked and rinsed 1-2 fresh jalapeños (seeds removed for less heat, if desired) 1/4 cup cilantro 1 garlic clove 1/2 tsp salt 1 tbsp lime juice Water, as needed to adjust...

Ingredients: For the Beef Liver: 1 lb beef liver, thinly sliced 1 cup milk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp black pepper 3 tbsp butter (or more, as needed) For the Caramelized Onions: 2 large onions, thinly sliced 2 tbsp butter 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp sugar (optional, for extra caramelization) For the Mashed Potatoes: 4 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cubed 1/4 cup milk 3 tbsp butter 1-2 tbsp prepared horseradish (to taste) Salt and pepper, to taste For the Steamed Green Peas: 2 cups fresh or frozen green peas Salt and pepper, to taste Instructions:...

Ingredients: For the Beef Heart Skewers: 1 lb beef heart, cleaned and cut into 1-inch cubes 3 tbsp olive oil 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar 3 garlic cloves, minced 2 sprigs fresh rosemary, finely chopped (or 1 tsp dried rosemary) 1 tsp salt 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper For the Arugula-Parmesan Salad: 4 cups fresh arugula 1/4 cup shaved Parmesan cheese 1 lemon, juiced 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste For the Grilled Polenta: 1 tube of pre-cooked polenta (about 18 oz), sliced into 1/2-inch rounds 2 tbsp olive oil Salt and pepper, to taste Instructions: Prepare...