Day: January 15, 2013

Les Miserables. Go see it now.

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It has come to my attention that not yet everyone has gone to see the newly released movie Les Miserables…

I find this unacceptable. If this is you, please turn off your computer and go to the cinema straight away. Seriously, what are you waiting for? Power down and go watch it now.  Don’t worry, we’ll wait for you until you come back…

[Three hours later]

I know, I know, you’re welcome…  Wasn’t that wonderful?! Aren’t you glad you watched it? You cried your eyes out too, didn’t you? 😉 Now that you’ve seen the movie, I’ll feel free to continue with spoilers…

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Beef Bourguignon

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It’s no time for modesty…the beef stew I made last weekend was the most delicious stew ever!

Stew

Here’s the recipe:

1. Cut 3lbs of beef chuck into 1-inch cubs
2. Mix together 3 tablespoons of flour with some salt and pepper. Cover the beef in the mixture and sear beef in a skillet.
3. Peel and slice 3 large carrots (or more)
4. Slice 1 large onion
5. Cut 6 strips of bacon into 1 or 2 inch pieces (I wouldn’t bother with bacon in future)
6. Mince 2 cloves of garlic
7. Stem three sprigs of fresh thyme
8. Slice 1lb of fresh mushrooms
9. Cut 2 large potatoes into 1-inch pieces
10. Add all the vegetables and meat to the slow cooker.
11. Add a 10 oz  can of beef broth
12. Add a cup of red wine
13. Add a tablespoon of tomato paste
14. Add a bay leaf.
15. Cook on LOW for 8-10 hours or HIGH for 6 hours.