Recipe for the Perfect Steak

Conditions vary so use the following as a guideline; with observation, adjustment and a little practice, you'll get consistently good results. Remove steak from refrigerator about 1 hour before cooking. Light gas grill or start a charcoal fire, allowing coals to cook until very hot and covered...

Spicy Chimichurri Burgers With Grilled Plantains

Here is a great twist on the basic hamburger. A bit spicy and a bit sweet.  Yeilds 6 Burgers Ingredients: 2 Pounds Lean Ground Chuck 1/4 Teaspoon of Salt 1/4 Teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper 1/4 Cup Chimichurri 6 Ciabatta Hamburger Buns (any hearty bun will do) 1 Small Red Onion Sliced Thin 1 Tomato...

Balsamic Glaze

One of the best sauces I have ever tasted was Blaze Balsamic Paste. The first time I had it was at my local italian deli. They made me a nice fried chicken cutlet with roasted peppers, usually I would have this with a little balsamic vinegar. I happened to see this little plastic container with a...

Perfectly Simple Garlic String Beans

Try this incredibly simple side dish. It goes great with any dish. The crunchy garlic string beans are delicious. Ingredients: 1 lb. String Beans, Washed & Trimmed 3 Tablespoon Olive Oil 4 Cloves Of Garlic, Minced Or Pressed 1/2 Cup White Wine Heat olive oil in a medium saucepan. Saute garlic...

Fresh Cucumber Dill Salad

Looking for a refreshing and delicious side to go with your steak? Try this delicious Fresh Cucumber Dill Salad. This simple fresh cucumber dill salad side is fantastc for any bbq. It does a fantastic job cleaning your pallet, leaving room for your amazing steak to shine through. Ingredients: •...

Caramelized Onion & Goat Cheese Panini

This recipe works great as a BBQ appetizer, I could not resist it, looked so good that it had to be posted. Hate to do it but this one was taken from July 2009 issue of Good Housekeeping. If you are a little scared of goat cheese for any reason we are here to tell you don't be. It is a creamy,...

DeOliveira Greek Pasta Salad

Here is another great summer bar-b-que side dish from Mrs. D. Thank you so much and keep the delicious recipes coming.  Ingredients: 16 oz. of Rotini Pasta 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1 teaspoon Pepper  15 cherry tomatoes sliced in half small red onion, diced small red pepper, diced 1/2 cup halved...

London Broil Marinade

Try this simple London Broil marinade and enjoy a delicious steak tomorrow! Be sure to follow steps for both Wet and Dry Ingredients. Dry Ingredients: 3 Tablespoons Of Garlic Powder 3 Tablespoons Dried Thyme 2 Tablespoons  Salt 2 Tablespoons Pepper 3/4 Cup Brown Sugar Combine garlic powder, thyme,...

Guy Fieri’s Roasted Pineapple and Pepper Salsa

Guy Fieri has some great ideas. I always love the idea of spicy and sweet. Thought you guys might enjoy this one. Perhaps with a little thin sliced flank steak. Probably could go with a bunch of different  dishes.  Has anyone tried this? Click to see the recipe.

Bobby Flay’s Black Pepper Crusted Filet Mignon with Toasted Goat Cheese and Chili Sauce

    We just had to pass along another fantastic Bobby Flay creation. Black Pepper Crusted Filet Mignon with Toasted Goat Cheese and Twice Cooked Red Chile Sauce. This took a little time to prepare but the final outcome was fabulous. Something about Goat Cheese and a tender Filet Mignon that just...

Argentinian Skirt Steak

During a weekly STEAKNIGHT a new marinade had emerged. A good friend Doc had shared this one with us and it became an instant favorite among the group. It was one of the most distinct flavors we have ever tasted. If we didn't share this with you it would just be wrong. This steaks flavor comes...

Simple Mango Ribs

Im going to show you an original spare rib recipe that is simple and will probably be the best ribs you ever had. Make these and bring them with you to a party and your the man! I used to go to the store and walk right by the ribs, they always seemed to overwhelm me. Now it is something that I...

The Muscarella Marinade

To my surprise I was informed that there is a Muscarella Marinade out in cyberspace. Considering that this recipe is one from my own family, I will post this for everyone right here, where it belongs. Ingredients: 2 Cloves Minced Garlic 1 Teaspoon Brown Mustard 1 1/2 Tablespoons Brown Sugar 1/8...

Homemade Honey-Beer Barbecue Sauce

With this recipe you will be able to make your very own unbelievable barbecue sauce. Once you master this simple recipe you can add and subtract different ingredients to give the sauce your own personal flair. Use this as a marinade or simply as a dip.  Ingredients: 1/3 Cup Chopped Onion (chop...

Grilled Pineapple Salsa

This is a delicious topping for burgers, can be used on chicken, even on fish.  Ingredients: 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Red Onion 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Red Sweet Peppers 1/4 Cup Finely Chopped Red Sweet Pepper 2 Jalapenos Finely Chopped 1 Teaspoon Grated Fresh Ginger 2 Teaspoons Cooking Oil 1 Cup...