Black Pepper Beef

I am not a steak and potato kind of gal. After having a steak dinner the other day, I still had several pieces of New York steak left. I decided to stir fry it. I like my meat cut into smaller pieces instead of one big chop. Maybe it's the Chinese in me.


Just so you can see I actually cooked it, I included 2 more pictures while I was cooking.

2-Course Meal #1

This is my version of a 30-minute meal. Sometimes when you don't have a lot of time or just don't want to spend a lot of time, stick with a meat dish and a veggie dish. You still get a satisfying and yet balanced meal.

Chicken, Mushroom, Bean Cube with Dried Chili

Stired fried Chinese Cabbage. One of the simplest dish to make.

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3-Course Dinner #2

A co-worker once told me cooking was very therapeutic for her. I didn't understand it back then, mainly because I didn't really enjoy cooking all that much. I started cooking more because of my two fans; my daughter and my fiance. It's kind of rewarding to see people enjoying your food. And I am finally getting the 'therapeutic' part - you do forget everything that bothers you when you are focusing on cooking. =)

I am really proud of my dinner tonight. But too bad Allen won't be home until later tonight after his class. My daughter is working late, too. Food really tastes better when it's first served HOT.

Chinese Satay Beef (Beef, Satay Sauce, Curry Powder, Red Onion, Green Onion)

Sweet Peas with Mushroom and Carrots

Cashew Shrimp (Garlic, Green Onion, Dry Chili, Shrimp, Cashew Nuts)