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...

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...

This amazing combination of spices and flavors was introduced to me by one of my fellow STEAKNIGHT attendees Javier. The recipe comes from Argentina, and is quite amazing on flank steak, but can be used on a number of different meats. I have used this on pork, chicken, steaks (of course), and even...

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.

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...

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...

Ok, here is a tasty recipe idea for the holidays or a dinner party. Easily double the ingredients for a larger group. Prep time is a little involved, but doesn't require a degree in rocket engineering. Next time you are looking to prepare an impressive meal for the in laws this is the one. We hope...

Here is a rub for your steaks that will give them an interesting and authentic flavor. Use this on your larger cuts such as; Ribeyes, New York Strip, Porterhouse, or T-Bones.  Ingredients: 1 Teaspoon Minced Garlic 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper 1/2 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper 1/2 Teaspoon Celery Seeds 1/2...

To start, a snack, Mango Salsa with some store bought lime tortilla chips. Mango Salsa Ingredients: 2 Mangoes, Diced 1 1/2 Cup Canned Black Beans Drained & Rinsed 1/4 cup Red Sweet Pepper Diced 2 Green Onion Chopped 1/2 Jalapeno Chili Pepper, Seeded & Minced 2 Tablespoons Cilantro Minced 1...

STEAKNIGHT is coming and the scouring of the internet has begun, I am always looking for the new and exciting. Once again Bobby Flay shows us he knows his stuff. Try his recipe for this excellent and unusual side dish "Old Bay" Grilled Steak Fries.  Has anyone else tasted these?

The perfect accompaniment to any steak yields about 2 cups:   Ingredents: 3 Large Sweet Onions 3 Cloves of Garlic 2 Sweet Red Pepper 4 Jalapeño Peppers 4 Banana Peppers 1/4 cup of Balsamic Vinegar  3 tablespoons Olive Oil 2 Tablespoons Kosher Salt Fresh Black Pepper This is a very simple side to...