I have admitted before that I know nothing about football and that I have never tailgated. But I do know food, so the whole concept is no mystery to me. Hearty and fun, and easily transportable. And pretty good with a beer. These steak sandwiches fit the bill, great for tailgating because they are versatile. You can prepare all the elements a day ahead, assemble the … [Read more...] about Steak and Blue Cheese Tailgate Sandwiches
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Tagliata Italian Summer Grilled Steak
Talgiata is not a complicated or fancy recipe. It is just a really great guide for a lovely grilled steak meal, perfect for a relaxed long weekend. It’s neither complicated to prepare, so you are not wasting valuable time in the kitchen, nor difficult to cook so you can still gather around the grill for a beer and a good chat. Whip up the marinade and tuck in the steak before … [Read more...] about Tagliata Italian Summer Grilled Steak
Steak House Platter Salad
As summer slowly moves into fall, the gorgeous fresh produce of summer fades and the beautiful autumn bounty isn’t quite in yet. The calendar may say autumn, but the weather has other ideas. It’s not quite time for soup and stew season and still nice enough to eat outdoors. I love a big platter salad for communal friend and family eating. It’s beautiful to present and everyone … [Read more...] about Steak House Platter Salad
Bourbon Grilled Flat-Iron Steak with Southern Bacon Bourbon Butter
When I was a teenager, I loved to entertain (I still do). I thought I was a real gourmet, because I knew how to cook – no help from my mom. We used to have other families for dinner, and sometimes I’d have dinner parties for friends. My favorite meal was flank steak in teriyaki marinade. I probably served it 100 times, never thinking that the guests … [Read more...] about Bourbon Grilled Flat-Iron Steak with Southern Bacon Bourbon Butter