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In the kitchen, the art of smoking knows no seasons and, thanks to the Nordic Ware smoker, we can enjoy that incomparable smoked flavor at any time of the year. Today we want to share with you a simple but spectacular recipe that will delight your family and friends: a tender, juicy and perfectly smoked beef brisket.

This Easter, I invite you to join us in preparing a recipe that brings the spirit of spring directly to our table: the French recipe for Pâté de Pâques (Easter Pâté). This dish, with roots in the heart of France's Loire Valley, is more than just a meal; It is a symbol of celebration, uniting the delicacy of pâté and the tradition of Easter eggs in a perfect harmony of flavors and textures.

Immerse yourself in the heart of the French Basque Country with this recipe for low-temperature chicken thighs. This dish, a gem of Basque-French cuisine with a rich influence of Spanish flavors, promises to seduce your senses and take you on an unparalleled gastronomic journey. Cooked with love and attention in a Le Creuset iron cocotte, this stew combines the softness and juiciness of the chicken along with the smoky character of the bacon, the sweetness of the onions and peppers, the aromatic touch of paprika and fresh thyme, finishing with the elegance of a dry white wine selected from the region.

This recipe for Roasted Steak with Red Wine and Aromatic Herbs is the ideal recipe for those who want to lose the fear of cooking in a stainless steel pan. It is a dish that combines the intense and juicy flavors of filet mignon with the richness of red wine and the fragrances of aromatic herbs.

In this chicken curry recipe, I'll walk you through an easy and delicious version of this classic dish. With accessible ingredients and a step-by-step process with photos, you can enjoy a super tasty chicken curry, in the purest Indian style, in no time.

Today we enter the delicious world of steak tartare, a dish that arouses passion among lovers of raw meat and that has earned a place of honor in our gastronomic gatherings. And you should know that, although it is served in the best restaurants as a most gourmet dish, it is a recipe accessible to everyone - in fact, preparing it is easy!

What could be more welcoming than a tasty steak with roast potatoes and caramelized onions at a holiday gathering? This dish, which perfectly combines the juiciness of a good steak with the softness of potatoes and the sweet flavor of caramelized onion, is the very definition of culinary comfort. The special touch is also provided by the homemade barbecue sauce, which with an amalgamation of unique flavors will give something to talk about at the table!

Discover the art of preparing beef stew in a slow cooker, a recipe that transforms beef and vegetables into a sublime and comforting dish, perfect for those who value time without wanting to give up flavor. At the heart of modern cuisine, the slow cooker emerges as an indispensable ally, allowing us to enjoy tender and juicy cuts of beef in less time than would traditionally be required, without compromising the richness of the flavors that characterize a traditional stew.

Chicken in wine with morels is a classic option, combining the best of comforting cuisine with a touch of elegance. This recipe, perfect for festivities and celebrations, highlights the flavor of chicken in a rich wine and morel sauce that will delight all your guests. Accompanied with a garnish of pâtes fraîches, this dish becomes the star of a festive table, full of unmatched flavors and irresistible aromas.

At each Christmas celebration, the table is dressed with a central piece that, more than a dish, becomes the epicenter of flavors, aromas and shared moments. This roasted and stuffed leg of lamb is that marvel of flavor, it will captivate the family's senses and become the center of attention on your festive table. Stunning and exquisitely flavorful, this recipe is a tribute to culinary tradition, infused with a vibrant fusion of flavors.

On a day-to-day basis we don't have much time, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy a dish full of flavor without getting too complicated. This 'Grilled Steak with Blue Cheese Butter and Balsamic Glaze' recipe is a celebration of the rich flavors and succulence of a good sirloin steak, enhanced by a delicious blue cheese butter and a balsamic glaze that will make your taste buds dance with joy.

If a few days ago I proposed a salmon sashimi, today's recipe revolves around another typical preparation of Japanese cuisine, of which I am a true lover. This beef tataki with sautéed vegetables is a perfect dish to enjoy meat and vegetables in a different way, and I'm sure you'll love it.