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Grilled Steak Au Poivre (aka ‘Pittsburgh’)

One of my favorite past times is asking for this when-ever a waitress / server asks me ‘how would you like that done?’. Most grill masters are lucky to know varying degrees of burnt offering to baal when it comes to steak… and the front end staff of most restaurants are not going to know [...]

29Feb2008 | Jim | 0 comments | Continued
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Red Wine Marinade

1 c. dry red wine (i used the Cab Sav reviewed here)
2 tbsp. red wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, pressed
1 tsp. oregano
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
1/4 c. Worcestershire sauce
1/4 c. soy sauce
1/2 c. Italian dressing

Combine all ingredients and mix well. Pour over steak and refrigerate for 1 hour, turning at least once before grilling.

29Feb2008 | Jim | 2 comments | Continued
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Ceviche

Warning: Ceviche is basically a raw fish / sushi salad or salsa that is ‘cooked’ chemically in a lime citrus juice. If you have an aversion to raw fish… this is not your huckleberry. Otherwise, enjoy! I first had this as an appetizer at a small place called ‘George’s Bistro’ on the 3rd street promenade [...]

16Feb2008 | Jim | 3 comments | Continued
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Crock Pot Beef Burgandy (Beef Bordeaux)

2 slices bacon, chopped
2 lbs. sirloin tip or round steak, cut into 1 inch cubes
1/4 c. flour
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
1/4 tsp. marjoram
1/4 tsp. thyme
1/4 tsp. pepper
1 clove garlic, minced
1 beef bouillon cube, crushed
1 c. Burgundy wine
1/4 lb. fresh mushrooms, sliced
2 tbsp. cornstarch (optional)
In skillet, cook bacon several minutes. Remove and set aside. Coat [...]

16Feb2008 | Jim | 0 comments | Continued
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Tuna Tacos with Grilled Pineapple Salsa

Tuna Vera Cruz
1/2 large pineapple, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2 inch thick slices
8 corn tortillas
1/2 medium red onion, cut into thin slivers
1/4 cup cilantro leaves, chopped
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 to 3 tablespoons minced, seeded jalapeno pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1) prepare Tuna Vera Cruz; keep warm
2) Grill pineapple [...]

12Jan2008 | Jim | 1 comment | Continued
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Barbecued Beef Sandwiches (crockpot)

Makes 12 servings
Prep time: 20 to 25 minutes
Cook Time: 9 - 11 hours (low), 4-5 hours (high)
3 pounds boneless beef chuck shoulder roast (recommended 2 1.5lb chunks)
2 cups ketchup
1 medium onion, chopped
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup dark molasses
2 tablespoons Worchestershire sauce
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dry mustard
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 [...]

11Jan2008 | Jim | 0 comments | Continued
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Fall Salad

1/3 cup hazelnuts
6 cups arugula
1 head radicchio
2 to 3 cups frisée or inner leaves of curly endive
1 Asian pear
2 ounces parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1/2 cup red wine vinegar
Salt and pepper
1) in an 8 - 9 inch pan in a 350 degree oven, bake hazelnuts until dark gold under skins, 12 to 15 minutes. Pour [...]

26Dec2007 | Jim | 1 comment | Continued
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Blue Cheese Stuffed Chicken with walnuts

6 boneless chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs total)
6 sticks blue-veined cheese (about 3oz. total), each .5 to by 2 inches
All-purpose flour
1 tablespoon butter or margarine
1 tablespoon salad oil
1/2 cup coarsely chopped walnuts
1/2 cup dry white cooking wine or regular-strength chicken broth
1/2 cup whipping cream
Watercress sprigs
1) Rinse chicken and pat dry, then place pieces between sheets [...]

26Dec2007 | Jim | 1 comment | Continued