Claire Tansey makes Herb and Garlic Meatloaf

HERB AND GARLIC MEATLOAF (from Claire’s book: UNCOMPLICATED: TAKING THE STRESS OUT OF HOME COOKING) INGREDIENTS: 1 pound (450 g) lean ground beef 1 pound (450 g) ground pork 1 small yellow onion, grated 2…

Claire Tansey makes Herb and Garlic Meatloaf

Listen to Chef Claire Tansey making one of her classic Sunday night dinners- meatloaf. Her cookbook UNCOMPLICATED: TAKING THE STRESS OUT OF HOME COOKING proves that great food doesn’t have to be difficult to prepare. Listen to why Claire decided to make the book, what Sunday night dinners were like for her as a kid growing up in Montreal, and why creating a family tree through recipes fascinates her.

She’s funny, relaxed and smart, and I had a great time spending an afternoon in her kitchen. I highly recommend her book (and so does my mom- the woman whose least favourite room in the house is the kitchen!).

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