Fat Trimmer: In an older version, 1 lb (500 g) regular ground beef would have been browned in oil, and the fat would probably not have been drained off. But if you use a good nonstick pan and lean ground beef and place the meat in the pan before heating, there is no need for oil.
Savoury muffins are a colourful accompaniment to soup, stew or chili.
To retain the colour and crispness of the beans, make this salad as close to the time of your get-together as possible.
You can use any type of sausage for these sweet glazed kabobs – also try honey garlic or hot Italian. Using metal skewers saves you the 30 minutes it would take to soak bamboo skewers.