This week's One on One was a lot of fun to do. It's always nice talking
with Ben when I get the chance to. I was pretty excited when he said he'd take part. The recipe he shared with us is unbelievable! Enjoy
the One on One and the delicious recipe. Happy Cooking!!
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As a child being in such a well known family with your
father being Prime Minister did you or do you have any interest in doing
the same work as your father?
I never had any interest in pursuing politics. That being said, it’s in the blood: I am deeply invested politically, particularly on the municipal level.
Are you working on any upcoming projects that you can share with us.. And is there something that you can tell us about Ben Mulroney that the readers don't know about you...
I have a deep love for comic books and I am working diligently to inculcate that passion in my sons, Brian and John. Also, while I very much enjoy a sedentary lifestyle,I counterintuitively love running Tough Mudder challenges. If you’ve never heard of it, google it: it’s a lot of fun.
Being in the eyes of Canada and the world at such an early age was it hard for your family to take trips or do family things without the camera or public media around... As a child did you understand why? With your own family now it must be difficult.
Canadian prime ministers are hounded at work, but mercifully left alone by the press at home and on vacation, so getaways were drama-free. That being said, I understood the implications of public life very early, and not much about it surprised me. Today, life is good: if anyone stops me on the street, it is to pay me a compliment, which is always a plus.
Who do you look up to as a role model or that inspires you today.. And is there someone that you haven't worked with that you hope to one day soon?
The answer to both of your questions is the same: my dad.
And finally when you and your family are at home what is the one meal that you or wife makes that is a family favorite? Can you share the recipe with the readers please...
We are a comfort food family and we love a good Bolognese sauce. Here is the recipe, as best as I can remember it:
I never had any interest in pursuing politics. That being said, it’s in the blood: I am deeply invested politically, particularly on the municipal level.
Are you working on any upcoming projects that you can share with us.. And is there something that you can tell us about Ben Mulroney that the readers don't know about you...
I have a deep love for comic books and I am working diligently to inculcate that passion in my sons, Brian and John. Also, while I very much enjoy a sedentary lifestyle,I counterintuitively love running Tough Mudder challenges. If you’ve never heard of it, google it: it’s a lot of fun.
Being in the eyes of Canada and the world at such an early age was it hard for your family to take trips or do family things without the camera or public media around... As a child did you understand why? With your own family now it must be difficult.
Canadian prime ministers are hounded at work, but mercifully left alone by the press at home and on vacation, so getaways were drama-free. That being said, I understood the implications of public life very early, and not much about it surprised me. Today, life is good: if anyone stops me on the street, it is to pay me a compliment, which is always a plus.
Who do you look up to as a role model or that inspires you today.. And is there someone that you haven't worked with that you hope to one day soon?
The answer to both of your questions is the same: my dad.
And finally when you and your family are at home what is the one meal that you or wife makes that is a family favorite? Can you share the recipe with the readers please...
We are a comfort food family and we love a good Bolognese sauce. Here is the recipe, as best as I can remember it:
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Add half a chopped white onion, 3-4 chopped cloves of garlic, 1.5 lbs of your favorite ground meat: I tend to use lean ground beef, but sometimes, I’ll use some veal, or turkey.
NOTE: for vegetarians, YVES vegetarian ground round works as a perfect substitute.
Salt and pepper.
Stir and mix together til meat is about 2/3rds cooked.
combine 1 large can of tomoato paste.
Add ½ bottle of red wine and let simmer til wine has reduced nearly completely.
Let simmer for 3 hours, adding ½ cup of milk or cream every 30 minutes.
While this is happening, salt, pepper and spice to taste.
For best results, remove from heat, and let sit in fridge over night – reheat and serve next day.
For an added crunch, add a few handfuls of the chopped peppers while you ar reheating the sauce – it will give the meal added brightness and an extra crunch.
ALSO, puree green veggies and combine in some of the sauce for a vitamin-packed sauce your kids will love!
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Salt and pepper.
Stir and mix together til meat is about 2/3rds cooked.
combine 1 large can of tomoato paste.
Add ½ bottle of red wine and let simmer til wine has reduced nearly completely.
Let simmer for 3 hours, adding ½ cup of milk or cream every 30 minutes.
While this is happening, salt, pepper and spice to taste.
For best results, remove from heat, and let sit in fridge over night – reheat and serve next day.
For an added crunch, add a few handfuls of the chopped peppers while you ar reheating the sauce – it will give the meal added brightness and an extra crunch.
ALSO, puree green veggies and combine in some of the sauce for a vitamin-packed sauce your kids will love!
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Thanks to Ben for taking part in this week's One on One! He's got one busy schedule and for him to take the time to participate was really kind of him.
1 comments:
Ben is very humble. His dad has done so much for our country. The free trade agreement with the U.S. Acid rain emission reduction, fight against aparthied, GST, and much more.
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