Cauliflower Gratin

November 19, 2014 By

1 head of cauliflower, outer leaves removed, broken into large florets

1 3/4 cups whole milk

3 tbsp butter

1 cup grated sharp Cheddar cheese

3 tbsp all-purpose flour

salt and freshly ground black pepper

5 tsp of your choice of LBE any of these will be sensational

African Queen, Cook your ODD, Memphis Thrill, Mr.Carne, Hot Daddy

1 cup bread crumbs or rice crumbs

 

1Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil.Add 3 tsp of LBE seasoning

Add the cauliflower and boil for 7 minutes, or until almost tender. Drain, rinse well under cold water, and drain again. Arrange cauliflower in an ovenproof serving dish. Position the broiler rack about 8 in (20 cm) from the source of heat and preheat the broiler.

2To make the cheese sauce; melt the butter in a medium saucepan over low heat. Whisk in 2 tsp of LBE

seasoning and  the flour and mustard and cook without browning for 2 minutes. Remove from the heat and whisk in the milk. Return to the stovetop and bring to a boil over medium heat, whisking often. Reduce the heat to low and simmer until thickened and no flour taste remains, about 2 minutes. Remove the pan from the heat, add 3/4 cup of the Cheddar cheese, and whisk until melted. Season with salt and pepper and pour over the cauliflower.

3Toss the remaining cheese with the bread crumbs and sprinkle over the cauliflower. Place the dish under the broiler for 3–5 minutes, or until the sauce bubbles and the crumbs are golden. Serve hot from the dish.

Filed Under: African Queen, Cook Your Own Damn Dinner, Hot Daddy, Memphis Thrill, Mr. Carne, Recipes

Steak

November 19, 2014 By

Marinating:

In a re-sealable plastic bag or bowl combine the steaks and your choice of  LBE seasoning blends.

Mr. Carne is our steak blend with horseradish garlic and rosemary simple ingredients for a complex taste.

Baja Joe will add intrigue and flavour like no other. Juicy Jerk and Bollywood Nights both are delicious on Rib Eye of Sirloin.

Lightly oil after adding your seasoning .

Salt can be added before your cooking time up to half hr before grilling or you can add sea salt

after cooking your steak.

Preparation:

Bring steaks close to room temperature 1/2 hour before grilling for more even cooking.

Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat before adding the steak (this seals the surface, trapping in juices).

Rather than oiling the pan, brush the steak with oil to prevent it sticking.

Cook a 2cm-thick piece of steak for 2-3 minutes each side for rare, 4 minutes each side for medium, and 5-6 minutes each side for well-done.

Turn the steak only once, otherwise it will dry out. Always use tongs to handle steak as they won’t pierce the meat, allowing the juices to escape.

To test if your steak is done, press the centre with the back of the tongs. The steak will feel soft if it’s rare, slightly firmer and springy when it’s medium and very firm when it’s well-done.

Transfer steak to a plate, cover with foil and set aside for 3-5 minutes to rest. This allows the juices to settle and the muscle fibres to relax, which ensures the steak is tender.

Filed Under: Mr. Carne, Recipes

Spiced Butter

November 19, 2014 By

Works beautifully on top of steak, fish or vegetables add some flavour simply to your meal today.

 

Mr.Carne Herb Butter – Add ½ c of Butter and 2 tbsp of Mr.Carne spice blend chop in ¼ cup of parsley and ¼ c green onion. Mix well roll into parchment paper and refrigerate until hard.  Slice thin for top of steak or potatoes.  Herb Butter will keep in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks.

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Baja Joe & Lime Butter- Add ½ c of Butter and 2 tbsp of Baja Joe spice blend chop in ¼ cup of cilantro and squeeze the juice of one whole lime. Mix well and refrigerate until hard. Slice thin and serve on steak or potato even corn on the cob. Herb butter will keep in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks.

Filed Under: Baja Joe, Mr. Carne, Recipes

Beef Kabobs with Horseradish Sauce

September 23, 2014 By

Seasoning options Mr Carne, Hot Daddy,

1lb (450g) cubed beef

1  1/2  tbsp Mr Carne

-In large bowl stir together Mr. Carne

Seasoning and cubed beef till coated.

– Marinate for 2 to 24hrs

-One each red or yellow pepper and onion cubed

– Add salt then thread onto skewers with cubed beef, onion and red pepper

Grill on greased grill over high heat, turning once until desired doneness,

Horseradish Sauce-

3 tbsp Greek yogurt

3tbsp sour cream

2 tbsp minced chives

2 tbsp horseradish

Filed Under: Hot Daddy, Mr. Carne, Recipes

Herb butter

September 23, 2014 By

Spiced Butter works beautifully on top of steak, fish or vegetables add some flavour simply to your meal today.

Add ½ c of Butter and 1 tbsp of your choice of  spice blend chop in ¼ cup of parsley and ¼ c green onion. Mix well roll into parchment paper and refrigerate until hard.  Slice thin for top of steak or potatoes.  Herb Butter will keep in the refrigerator up to 3 weeks.

Filed Under: Mr. Carne, Recipes