Meats recipes

Classic German sauerbraten braises rump roast in a 4-day vinegar marinade, then simmers in gravy thickened with crushed gingersnaps and sour cream. Tangy, rich, fall-apart tender.

Pecan wood smoked BBQ pork ribs rubbed with seasoning and slow-smoked at 220 degrees for 3 to 4 hours. Basted with barbecue sauce only in the last 20 minutes for a sticky glaze.

Lamb chops marinated overnight in stone ground mustard and red wine, then broiled or pan-fried. Five ingredients, bold flavor, and minimal hands-on work.

Rosemary kissed lamb and shallot skewers for the barbecue.

Oven-baked spare ribs in a tangy homemade barbecue sauce with ketchup, lemon juice, brown sugar, vinegar, and Worcestershire. Fall-off-the-bone tender after 2.5 hours.

Smoky salmon and mackerel whipped with cream cheese, lemon, and horseradish into a silky pate. Ready in 10 minutes flat, spread it on crackers or crusty bread for a crowd-pleasing Canadian-style appetizer.

This no-beans chili packs a wallop with 5 pounds of beef and pork, 8 jalapeños, beer, bourbon, and a hit of molasses for smoky depth. Thick, meaty, and built to bring the heat.

Grilled lamb cutlets with a silky snow pea and fresh basil puree finished with butter and cream. An elegant, restaurant-quality lamb dish with a vibrant green side.

German-style pot roast braised with chopped dill pickles, dried mushrooms, and peppercorns, finished with sour cream for a tangy, rich gravy. A Central European twist on classic pot roast.

Mexican-style beef stew with zucchini, corn, green chiles, and melted cheddar stirred in at the end. A quick Southwestern skillet stew with cumin, oregano, and fresh cilantro.

Grilled sirloin steaks coated in Dijon mustard and white wine, finished with a crust of garlic-toasted bread crumbs pressed onto the surface. A steakhouse-worthy technique at home.

Pork chops baked over sauerkraut, crushed pineapple, and sliced potatoes with brown sugar. A hearty German-inspired sweet and sour casserole with tangy, fruity flavor.

One-pan pepper steak and potatoes with thinly sliced flank steak, green peppers, and garlic pepper seasoning. A complete skillet dinner ready in 30 minutes.

Crusty lamb con ajo with a thick garlic and parsley paste coating a whole leg of lamb. Three full bulbs of garlic blended with oil create a fragrant, golden crust.

Grilled flank steak marinated overnight in Moroccan spices with cumin, turmeric, ginger, chili powder, lemon juice, and olive oil. Sliced thin and served with heated marinade.

Butter-sauteed veal rounds topped with stewed tomatoes, asparagus spears, and fresh mushrooms, cooked gently in pan juices. An elegant one-pan entree with classic European flair.