Pork Chop
- Mom's Perfect Pork Chops
Learn all the mom-approved tips, gathered from years of making stovetop pork chops: how to test doneness, the best seasoning to use, the best pan. Mom's simple perfection.
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roast beef
2. The Best Roast Beef
"My mother typically uses a rump roast when making roast beef. This is her method for getting the most out of this (relatively) less expensive cut." Simply Recipes readers rave about this easy, no-fail recipe.
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3. Rice Pilaf
Elise says her mom doesn't follow recipes but rather cooks by feel. Luckily we do have this recipe, which Elise wrote down as she watched her mother make it. It's a foundational side dish that you can dress up with herbs or spices. Get Recipe: Rice Pilaf
Rice
Albondigas
4. Albondigas
This Mexican meatball soup is comfort food supreme. Elise's mom's secret? Adding fresh mint to the meatballs. Get Recipe: Albondigas Soup