Beef Tacos

For taco shells with great flavor and an authentic, homey appearance, set aside just 20 minutes and fry corn tortillas yourself.

Beef Stroganoff

Don't be timid about getting the pan hot - the dish derives its flavor from well-browned meat and mushrooms.

Osso Buco

Ask your butcher for four veal shanks of similar size, each of them tied so the meat is secured to the bone. The initial searing of the meat is essential to… more »

Vietnamese Beef and Noodle Soup

In Vietnam, a bowl of this noodle soup-or one of its variations-is often served for breakfast.

Real Deal Chili

Roast Beef with Caramelized Shallots

Searing the roast at high heat before cooking it slowly in the oven makes the meat very tender and moist. The bits in the pan are then incorporated into a… more »

Veal Stew with Shallots and Mushrooms

Martha's recipe for Egg Noodles with Lemon and Herbs is the perfect side dish for this elegant stew.

Marinated Flank Steak

Slice steak against the grain: Place steak on a cutting board, and holding the blade of a sharp knife at a 45-degree angle, cut it into thin slices. Once it… more »