Big Jake Beef Stew

Another week, another warm meal recipe!! I feel like I’m sharing so many stews and soups, but what else does this weather call for??

This is a fun recipe that I actually found in a John Wayne cookbook, hence the name Big Jake Stew… I definitely had to put my own spin on it a bit as usual so my picky family will eat it. It’s a hearty and warm meal that will keep you cozy and put some meat on your bones all at the same time!

I serve it with homemade cornbread and that’s about all you’ll need to fill up your belly in this dreadful cold weather.

Chili Coke Roast

I’m a day late getting this recipe out and I’m so sorry!! Online learning for my youngest really messes my routine up!! This week, I’m sharing another roast with y'all. It is SO easy and one of my absolute favorites. You might read the ingredients and think I’m crazy but trust me and try it! You won’t be disappointed. It’s so tender and flavorful and like I said, so easy!!

I do this roast when I have a full day and need something to be ready when I get home. It will slow cook all day and when you get home, your house will smell delicious and you’ll just have to figure out sides. As with any other roast, I usually serve it with a potato of some sort and a green.

My whole family loves this one, so I can promise its kid & husband tested and approved!

EZ's Taco Soup

Sorry I’ve been a little MIA!! We had a special and got shorthanded at the barn and I missed a recipe or two, but I’m back, and this week’s recipe will NOT disappoint!! I know taco soup is a pretty popular dish around these parts and everyone definitely has their own version, but this week I’m sharing my grandmother’s version and it is a MUST TRY!! No matter how many times I make this, I love it just as much as the first time and anyone I’ve ever shared the recipe with loves it just as much.

The recipe I posted is the basic recipe, but I’ll share some tweaks I tend to make depending on who I’m making it for. First of all, I’m not a fan of tomatoes, so an adjustment I tend to make for myself is substituting petite diced tomatoes for the stewed tomatoes. They are less noticeable to me that way and I don’t end up with a bunch of tomatoes left at the bottom of the bowl. You can also try different varieties of the tomatoes. I like to use the Mexican version sometimes. If my family is going to be indulging with me, I leave out the beans because they won’t eat it with them. It really doesn’t affect the flavor in any way, so the beans can be optional. That being said, I’ve never tried anything other than pinto beans, but I feel certain you could substitute the pinto beans for your choice of beans as well.

I love this soup any time, but especially on a chilly night. I keep it pretty simple and usually just serve with tortilla chips and maybe a salad, but I imagine it would be delicious with some homemade cornbread also!

Enjoy!!