No "Horsing" around

If you've been watching the news, reading the papers lately, you'll know that horses have been making the headlines left, right and centre.  I have no problems trying out different meats/bushmeats but to be honest, I only ate it because I knew what I was eating.  The way the horse meat has been included in some of the food products is quite disgusting and distressing when you read or watch how inhumanely the creatures were treated.  There really should be some ethical guidelines on the food that is imported or exported otherwise how do we really know what we are eating.

Having said that, I've always cooked everything from scratch (I'm just annoying that way lol) so I hope the beef I've been buying to make the lasagne's, meatballs, burgers etc have genuinely been beef only. I find it quite therapeutic to be in the kitchen like a little mad scientist creating something great.  It's also a great way to teach your kids (if you have any) how to cook, Gordon Ramsey watch out, hahaha!!

So here is a quick and healthy recipe to help you have some peace of mind and some idea of exactly what it is you're eating when you chomp on a burger.  Enjoy xx

Proper Beef Burgers
2 packs stir-fry beef or frying steaks (approximately 800g)
4 cloves garlic
1 medium red or white onion
salt and pepper to taste


Place all ingredients in a food processor and make sure everything is blended together.  Get a medium sized cookie cutter, place the meat on a chopping board and cut out the burgers.  This should make about 8 or so.  You can either cook them all or wrap them in cling film and freeze for next time.  Serve with sweet potato chips and a salad.