Skirt Steak Marinade

One taste of this recipe and you will know your in for a treat. Wow, that couldn't be more true, the skirt steak was loaded with flavor. You'll love this one. Let us know what you think of it. 6-8 servings Indgredents: 2 lb. skirt or flank steak ½ cup + 2 TBS extra virgin olive oil ¼ cup fresh...

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...

Grilled Plantains

Grilled Plantains work as a great side dish at any bar-b-que. Bias-cut your peeled yellow plantains into 1/2 inch slices. Lightly brush with peanut or cooking oil. Grill directly over medium heat for about 8 minutes or until the center of the plantain is soft. Turn once halfway through grilling....

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,...

Old School Italian Zeppoles

  When you make some pizza dough be sure to save enough for fresh home made #zeppoles. All you have to do is cut your prepared dough into 1 1/2  x 1 1/2 inch pieces. Heat some oil, drop 6 pieces of dough at a time (according to the size pan). Cook till golden brown then toss with...

Infused Vodka Recipes

I recently got into infusing my own vodka's, thanks to a great birthday gift from my father. He has been doing it for years and I always enjoyed the vodka's that he made. You will need a large infuser that will hold at least 1 1/2 bottles of vodka. The larger infuser, the larger the party you can...

NY Strip with sun-dried tomato basil butter

This butter's intense tomato flavor complements steak in the same way that a great steak sauce does. Serves 4 people Ingredients: 4 1-to-1 1/2-inch-thick NY Strip Steaks (10 to 12 ounces each) 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened 6 oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped 4 finely chopped...

Avocado Butter

Delicious pair with Flat-Iron steaks. Ingredients: 2 Avocados 1/2 Cup Of Softened Butter 1/4 Cup Lime Juice 2 Tablespoons Chopped Parsley 1/2 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Seed, peel and chop 2 ripe avocados. In a medium bowl combine the chopped avocado, butter, lime juice, parsley, salt, and cayenne...

DeOliveira Bean Salad

This bean salad is a favorite in the DeOliveira house. Thanks Michelle for sharing. Sounds Like a perfect side dish for a summer bar-b-que. Indgredients: 2 cans Red Kidney Beans 2 cans rinsed Black Beans 2 cans chick peas 2 small onion 5 cloves garlic 1/8 cup of parsley 2 cans sliced black olives...

Cola Barbecue Sauce

This Cola Barbecue Sauce was found on Food Network Kitchens Get Grilling, Meredith 2005. It was so good that it was necessary for us to share it with you.   Ingredients: 4 cloves garlic, peeled 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, plus a generous pinch for the garlic 3 cups cola 1 1/2 cups ketchup 1/4 cup...

Smashed Potatoes

  Although the number one side of STEAKNIGHT is the sweet potato, here is a delicious alternative. Oh, and may I remind you... Steak and _________. 4 servings   Ingredients: 8 small red potatoes (about 2 inches long; 1 ¾ lbs) ½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano ½ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil  Black...

Japanese Miso Sake Ginger Sirloin

Don’t be afraid to venture out and try all cuts of steak. As you perfect your technique for each one it opens up your options on what you can make. The Sirloin is a fantastic cut to grill. We find it is best when marinated for a few days. When your going to purchase your sirloin you want to be...

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...

Sweet Spinach Salad

  If your tired of the same old garden salad, try something new. This salad is simple and works as a great side dish for any bar-b-que. Try it and let us know what you think. Spinach is great with steak!!!  Serves 6-8.   Indgredients: 1 package (10 oz.) fresh spinach, torn 1 can (11 oz.) mandarin...

Rocco DiSpirito’s Spiced Orange Marmalade Flank Steak

Flank and skirt steaks are probably one of the most underrated on the market. I beg of you to go out and make one of these yourself, you will immeaditly become a fan, I promise. These steaks are loaded with flavor and hold on to marinades nicely.  World renowned Chef, Rocco DiSpirito had a news...