(NAPSA)—Whenit comes time for family get-togethers, it makes little difference if your family comes from Portland, Passaic or Puebla. That’s because events that bring extended family members andfriendsto the table, no matter the culture or cuisine, will often center on comfort food—dishes that are slow cooked, allowing plenty of time for spices andflavors to simmer while stories are told and memories are shared. For example, here is a recipe that uses a cut of meat well known in many Latin homes— beef cheekmeat. Known widely as the tradi- tional cut for barbacoa, beef cheekmeat is a cut of beef that is growing in popularity. The term “cheekmeat”refers to the cheek muscle of a cow. It’s a lean cut of meat and is most often used for braising or slow cooking to produce a tenderresult. When cooked “long and slow,” this cut has an unmistakable and flavor-packed tenderness. Follow the recipe below for a unique meal that your family won’t forget. Barbacoa Tacos Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 2-3 hours Servings: 8 Ingredients: 4 Ibs Rumba’?beef cheekmeat 1 Tbsp cumin % cup red wine vinegar 1 large onion, chopped 1 qt low-sodium beef broth or water 1 Tbsp whole black peppercorns 2 bay leaves Known widely as the traditional cut for barbacoa, beef cheekmeat is a cut of beef that is growing in popularity. 1 whole garlic bulb, split in half crosswise 1 Thsp salt Instructions: 1.Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Add additional cold water to cover the cheekmeatby 2 inches. Bring slowly to a boil. 2.Gently simmer for 2-3 hours or until very tender. Skim any fat or foam from the liquid often throughout the cooking process. 3.When the meat is tender, removefrom the liquid. Strain and reserve the broth for use as a sauce,if desired. 4, Serve the shredded cheekmeat as a filling for tacos, tostadasor overrice. .Serve with minced onion, chopped cilantro, lime juice, salsa or tomato sauce. For more recipes, visit www. rumbameats.com. Find a $2-off coupon to save on your next purchase at www.rumbameats.com/ coupon.
