Simple Meals With Jess

  Caribbean Brown Stewed Beef with Potatoes   Reel   https://www.facebook.com/reel/2387136255128420 This rich and comforting Caribbean-style stewed beef is prepared using the traditional browning method, where sugar is caramelized to create a deep, flavorful base before the meat is added. Slowly simmered with herbs, spices, and aromatics, the result is tender beef in a well-seasoned, savory sauce. Serves: 4 Ingredients For the Beef 1 lb stewing beef, cut into large chunks ½ tsp salt ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper ½ tsp dried thyme ½ tsp paprika ½ tsp allspice (pimento), optional 1 tbsp lime or lemon juice For the Stew 2 tbsp vegetable oil (optional) 1 tbsp brown sugar 1 large onion, sliced 1 shallot, sliced 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 scallion (green onion), chopped 1 small Scotch bonnet pepper, whole (optional) 1 tomato, chopped or ½ cup crushed tomatoes 2 cups beef stock (or 2 cups water + 1 beef bouillon cube) 3–4 yellow or Irish potatoes, peeled and cut into chu...

  Strawberry, Banana Cake.   Reel:  https://www.facebook.com/reel/1461582488557425       . . . #strawberrycake #bananacake #simplemealswithjess #stlucia #france #bonappetit #baking #homemadefood #caribbean

  One Pot Chicken & Vegetable Bake Recipe.       A comforting, saucy oven-baked meal made from simple, everyday ingredients. This rustic one-pot dish is all about layering flavor with what you have on hand. Tender seasoned chicken is baked with fresh vegetables, herbs, and melted cheese in a light, savory sauce. It’s wholesome, flexible, and perfect for a cozy meal. Serves: 3–4 Ingredients: Base 2 chicken breasts, ( cut into chunks) seasoned 1 tbsp oil (optional) Vegetables 1 carrot, sliced 1 zucchini, sliced 1 cup cabbage, chopped 1–2 tomatoes, chopped ½ green bell pepper, sliced 1 small onion, sliced 1 shallot, sliced 2 cloves garlic, minced 1–2 scallions (green onions), chopped Seasoning 1 tsp green seasoning (Caribbean herb blend) ½ tsp dried thyme ½ tsp oregano ½ tsp cumin ½ tsp ground black pepper Salt, to taste 1 bouillon cube Other 1–1½ cups water or light chicken stock 1–1½ cups grated cheese Instructions: 1. Preheat Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Li...