Slow Cooked Massaman Beef Curry …

February 12, 2018

It’s no secret I love a good curry and this Slow Cooked Massaman Beef Curry is a winner! It’s also a firm favourite amongst my kids, having just enough flavour without being too spicy. Don’t feel restricted by the recipe either. If getting the kids to eat more veggies is a challenge, just add them to the curry. I will often steam some peas, broccoli, cauliflower or green beans and simply stir them through just before serving. This is a generous recipe for four, with enough left over for lunch for Mum and Dad the next day. Enjoy! Slow Cooked Massaman … read more

Slow Cooked Beef Cheeks …

March 2, 2016

I only discovered Beef Cheeks a year or so ago but they now appear on my Meal Plan fairly regularly. Beef Cheeks are exactly what they’re called, the cheek muscle of cows. It is a cheaper cut of meat, which means it’s kind to the family budget. I usually buy mine from Woolworths and 4 beef cheeks cost around $10. Beef Cheeks are also typically a tougher cut of meat but when cooked long and slow they become deliciously tender. After slow cooking for around 8 hours the cheeks will be stringy like pulled pork and will literally fall apart making this the perfect … read more

Mexican Bake with Cheesy Corn Chip Topping …

August 7, 2015

Some nights call for a quick and easy meal and this dish fits the bill perfectly … Mexican Bake with Cheesy Corn Chip Topping. This recipe uses simple ingredients to create a yummy, rich stew served in individual bowls and topped with corn chips and melted cheese. My kids love this dish and, hopefully, yours will too! 5.0 from 1 reviews Mexican Bake with Cheesy Corn Chip Topping …   Print Ingredients … 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 large onion, chopped finely 500g mince meat (I always use the Heart Smart Mince) 3 small cloves garlic, crushed 1 … read more

Curry Beef and Tomato Meatballs …

August 1, 2015

This is a simple recipe that will appeal to most kids. The curry is very mild and just adds a hint of extra flavour to the beautiful, rich tomato base. This is a really generous recipe that will create around 32 meatballs that are similar in size to a golf ball. My family loves this recipe and it’s usually very quiet around the dinner table when this is on the menu. Enjoy! Curry Beef and Tomato Meatballs …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 1kg heart smart beef mince 1 medium onion, grated 1 egg 1 clove garlic, crushed ½ cup … read more

Honey, Ginger Beef and Vegetable Stir-Fry and the Secrets to Cooking a Perfect Beef Stir-Fry …

July 16, 2015

In my early days, as a newly married 20-something, I worked hard every night to serve a delicious meal to my hubby. I didn’t have a lot of experience in the kitchen, so every day was a new recipe and a new adventure as I built a collection of reliable, favourite recipes. Unfortunately, not every dinner was a success with the odd takeaway being ordered after a disastrous attempt at cooking ended up in the bin! Because hubby and I both loved Chinese food, I enrolled in a course at TAFE to hopefully learn the finer art of chinese cooking by Oscar Kwong. … read more

Aussie Beef Mince Pies …

June 16, 2015

There’s nothing more Aussie than a Meat Pie … rich, meaty filling enclosed in a delicious pastry crust … yum! So if you want to be able to whip up a home-made version, consider investing in a Pie Maker. I used to own a small Pie Maker that I bought at the Reject Shop for only $12.00 and it worked a treat. My only frustration was the fact that it only produced 2 pies at once. I recently decided to invest in a new Pie Maker that would make 4 pies at the same time … now I can get dinner on the table in half the time. I bought the Sunbeam Pie Magic Traditional Pie … read more

Beef Lasagne … A Simple Homemade Recipe …

April 27, 2015

My kids will often request Lasagne, making this one of my family’s favourite dishes. I love making it too because it’s the perfect dish to whip up early in the day (or even the day before) allowing me to be more organised at dinnertime. I like to bake my Lasagne and then refrigerate for at least a couple of hours, giving it time to firm up and set. This ultimately makes it easier to cut and serve and it will hold its shape better. I can usually stretch this over two meals by serving with garlic bread and a lovely fresh green salad and the good news is that it will also … read more

Mexican Beef Tacos …

February 10, 2015

If you’re looking for a quick and easy meal that will keep the kids happy … look no further because these Mexican Beef Tacos are sure to be a hit. I love making tacos because: they’re super quick and easy, so there’s no excuse for ordering takeaway they’re reasonably healthy if made from scratch and loaded with lots of yummy salad everyone can make there own … just lay out all the ingredients “buffet style” and stand back most preparation like chopping and grating can be done earlier in the day they are an … read more

Beef Chow Mein … One Pot, One Bowl …

December 16, 2014

I love Chinese food and this recipe for Beef Chow Mein is super easy and really delicious. My kids love it and always come back for seconds. I usually chop all the veggies throughout the day to save time at dinner and then I can create this meal in no time at all. And the best news of all … it can be cooked in a single wok (or pan) and then served in individual bowls … so washing up is a snap! Changs Crunchy Noodles can be found in the Asian food section at most supermarkets. Beef Chow Mein … One Pot, One Bowl …   Print Cook … read more

Shredded Beef Tortillas …

December 6, 2014

Mexican food has always been a hit in my house. This recipe combines our love of Mexican flavours with the richness and melt-in-the-mouth tenderness that comes with any meat that is cooked in a slow cooker. Make sure you brown the meat first before throwing it into the slow cooker. Heat a large frypan, add a little oil and then brown the meat in batches. Be sure the pan is hot before adding the meat otherwise it will stew rather than brown. Brown the meat evenly and quickly and then add it to the slow cooker with the other ingredients. Turn the slow cooker on just … read more

Cheesy Beef and Potato Cottage Pie …

November 14, 2014

I love Cottage Pie … easy to make, delicious and packed with veggies … it’s one of those dishes that screams comfort food. I usually prepare the beef filling early in the morning, spoon it into a casserole dish or ramekins and then refrigerate. This makes it easier to spread the potato topping once the filling has had a chance to “set” in the fridge. Using only 500g mince, this dish is also kind on the budget. Cheesy Beef and Potato Cottage Pie …   Print Author: Mrs Organised Ingredients … 500g mince (I used heart smart) 1 onion, finely diced 1 … read more

Beef Rissoles … Packed with Vegie Goodness …

October 1, 2014

I love making the humble rissole and here are some of the reasons: Rissoles are quick and easy to make using simple ingredients that you’ll most likely already have in the fridge and pantry. Rissoles are kind on the family budget. Mince can be purchased fairly cheaply and this recipe will make enough for 2 meals (for a family of 4 – 5) as well as up to 25 meatballs for lunches or snacks … that’s great value! Depending on what you put in them, rissoles are quite healthy, especially if you use “Heart Smart” Mince and don’t use too much oil … read more

Spaghetti Bolognaise …

September 13, 2014

Most families will have their own recipe for Spaghetti Bolognaise but, in case you don’t, here’s my version … so simple to cook, full of flavour and oh so tasty! When the kids were little and invited friends for sleepovers, I usually cooked “Spag Bol” because it’s popular with most kids and used to be a fairly safe bet. Enjoy! Spaghetti Bolognaise …   Print Prep time 25 mins Cook time 1 hour Total time 1 hour 25 mins   Author: Mrs Organised Serves: 6 Ingredients … 900g lean mince 3 celery sticks, chopped finely 2 medium … read more

Spaghetti and Meatballs … 1 Dish … 6 Ways …

June 29, 2014

If you’re looking for a recipe that is as versatile as it is delicious, then this dish fits the bill perfectly. These meatballs can be prepared earlier in the day and are quick and easy using simple ingredients. Get super organised, whip up a double portion, freeze one or two extra batches of meatballs and then you have dinner covered for another night (or two). Here’s a recipe that can be served not one, not two but six different ways! Listed below are the six different ways I serve these delicious meatballs: 1. The meatballs can be served in this rich tomato … read more

Chilli Con Carne …

March 27, 2014

This is a favourite in my house and I cook it quite often. Chilli Con Carne is basically a stew containing meat (usually beef), capsicums, tomatoes and beans. While the name suggests that this will be a spicy dish, it’s really up to you whether you make it mild or hot. This recipe is for quite a mild version that my kids gobble up and for anyone who likes it a bit spicier, I simply add sweet chilli sauce to their individual serve. It’s so simple to prepare and is suitable to freeze. And the thing I love most about this dish, it’s perfect for sneaking in extra … read more