Seeing RED this Valentine’s Day

For the latter half of the last decade, diners around East Fourth Street in downtown Cleveland have enjoyed an embarrassment of riches when it came to their restaurant options. With one James Beard award winner and Iron Chef, another multiple-time James Beard finalist and a Food & Wine Best New Chef finalist all within a …   Continue Reading
Steak Au Poivre - Love At First bite for your Valentine!

Step-by-step Steak Au Poivre

I love dining out: the elegant surroundings, courteous servers and of course, no dish duty. The thing is it’s cold — really cold! — here in Ohio and the thought of venturing out into the frigid, dark night on Valentine’s Day has me shivering in my wool sweater. So I thought this year we could …   Continue Reading
Valentine's Day - fine dining and love at first, beefy bite

Fine dining at Seattle’s El Gaucho

Celebrate love at first bite and join us on a journey to exquisite taste. Step inside the best restaurants in the country. Sharpen your chef knife and prepare an amazing meal at home. Whether your sweetheart prefers fine dining or homemade extravagance, you can make it a Valentine's Day to remember!   Continue Reading
Best Beef Stew recipe

Finding comfort in the kitchen

You would think that after decades of practice (no, I’m not going to say how many!) I would be used to the realities of wintertime in a Northern state. Alas, this is not the case. Those who are nearest and dearest to me will attest — my mood is directly correlated with the temperatures. When …   Continue Reading

Classic Steak Salad with Blue Cheese

We’re a week into the new year and here’s hoping you’re still feeling resolute. Did you determine to slim down or eat healthier meals in 2014? Good for you! Both are worthy, life-saving goals! Health-conscious menus include lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, it’s true. It’s a good idea and good for you, too, to …   Continue Reading
Top Sirloin with Balsamic Reduction Sauce

When less is more

So you’re looking to reduce some things in the new year … perhaps it’s your waistline, your coffee consumption, even your phone bill. I understand. New Year’s resolutions are a just cause but they can get the best, and worst, of us. I’ve found that success depends on my ability to maintain my strength and soldier …   Continue Reading
Spicy Steak Satay with Pumpkin Aioli

Apps for New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve is hours away. I’m not traveling to Time Square (you either?) or attending a festive gala at a fancy steakhouse (a great idea, though!). Small gatherings are my style. An intimate mix of family or a few close friends, and a variety of decadent finger foods to say ‘out with the old …   Continue Reading
Standing Rib Roast

Standing Rib Roast

“Splurge” has come to be kind of a taboo word, implying excess and irresponsibility. But, if you think carefully at what a splurge is truly supposed to mean — an occasional indulgence to be savored — it suddenly seems a lot better. In my book, that’s what the holiday season is all about. Mind you, …   Continue Reading
Brined Eye of Round Roast

Brined Eye of Round Roast

I remember the first time I saw a raw eye of round. “That’s a tenderloin!” I proudly spouted, like any good student who confidently knows his cuts of beef. Alas, ’twas not the case. While it’s true both cuts are similar in appearance due to their barrel shape, the eating quality differences between the tenderloin …   Continue Reading
Braised Pot Roast

Braised Pot Roast with Root Vegetables

Today we’re in the kitchen with Margaret Coleman, assistant director of digital marketing. Enjoy other recipes in our 12 Roasts of Christmas series here! A flavorful, juicy, tender pot roast almost beats a steak in my book, and this Braised Pot Roast with Root Vegetables recipe did not disappoint. I’m not sure there could have …   Continue Reading
Garlic and rosemary roast from the oven

Garlic and Rosemary Strip Roast

Here’s the next recipe in our 12 roasts of Christmas blog series. Step into the kitchen with Melissa Brewer, Certified Angus Beef ® brand Director of Public Relations. Eating has always been one of my favorite things to do, but as anyone who knows me would share, cooking is not! So, you can imagine the …   Continue Reading

Cranberry Top Sirloin Roast

Cookies, candy, cakes and fudge … they’re delightful holiday treats, it’s true. But nothing welcomes friends, family or even colleagues to the table like a magnificent main course. The Cranberry Roast is a spectacular show-stopping entree. Certified Angus Beef ® chef Ashley Pado prepared this recipe and offers step-by-step instructions to show you just how easy …   Continue Reading

Easy Beef Pot Roast

Written and prepared by former intern, Laura Conaway. Christmastime for my family is a busy time. As a kid growing up on a cattle ranch, every sunrise brought with it a new day of excitement and adventure, but there were some days, just a few, where I longed to live alongside the beach or river. …   Continue Reading
Tenderloin Roast with Horseradish Sauce

Tenderloin Roast with Horseradish Sauce

Our 12 Roasts of Christmas cooking series continues with this elegant tenderloin roast. Try other recipes and roasting tips! My husband, Jon, says the day I started to work for the Certified Angus Beef ® brand was the second happiest day of his life. We’re beef-eaters, you see, and he is a year-round grilling enthusiast. With …   Continue Reading
Prime Rib Roast with Vegetable Gravy

Prime Rib Roast with Vegetable Gravy

Prime Rib is a classic cut for special occasions and this recipe, prepared by Ashley Pado, chef at the Certified Angus Beef ® Education & Culinary Center, is an exceptional choice. The simplicity of the roast’s rich, beefy flavors paired with a sauce of roasted vegetables and stock, is delicious and elegant. Your dinner guests will be …   Continue Reading
German Beef Pot Roast with Mushroom Leek Sauce

German Pot Roast with Mushroom Leek Sauce

One of my favorite childhood holiday memories is the savory aroma of the celebratory feast permeating from Mom’s kitchen. It spread to every corner of the house and encouraged us to gather round the table with anticipation. To this day, the smell of a holiday roast takes me back to my childhood and those magical …   Continue Reading
Cherry Chipotle Strip Roast

Sweet Cherry & Chipotle Strip Roast

Reminiscing around the dinner table is one of my favorite holiday traditions. Presents under the tree are nice, certainly, but sometimes the most memorable gift is a fabulous meal and an evening of lively conversation with dear ones. Next in our 12 Roasts of Christmas series is a sweet and spicy New York strip roast. It’s served …   Continue Reading
Flank Steak Roulade - 12 roasts of Christmas

Flank Steak Roulade

We’re celebrating the holidays with sizzle! Join us for the 12 roasts of Christmas — our favorite cuts, greatest tips and step-by-step instructions from our kitchens to yours. Preheat your oven, get out your carving knife and join us as we toast the roast! Chef Michael’s Flank Steak Roulade is an exceptionally tasty and fanciful …   Continue Reading
Fall fiesta with tri-tip tacos

Tacos with a twist

Autumn makes me want to gather family and friends for a fabulous meal, and with the help of a friend I did just that! We hosted a party with excellent food, wonderful company and festive beverages — a Fall Fiesta complete with Margaritas and tacos. Here’s how we did it … A Mexican Fiesta in 5 Simple Steps …   Continue Reading

When in doubt stir the pot

Ever have a day that demands comfort food and perhaps the satisfying whack of a sharp blade against wood? Yeah. Me, too. Some days just require a bit of ‘stewing’ — over issues, challenges and in this case, a stock pot. In a bad mood? Stir the pot — literally. It’s extremely therapeutic! I began …   Continue Reading
Easy chuck roast recipe for gents

Man made

Guys, let’s face it.When it comes to marriage, try as we may, we generally receive FAR more than we ever give. That’s not to say we don’t have valid reasons for it, though. Your neighbor can’t be expected to drink that beer around his backyard fire all by himself. How can the Browns possibly win …   Continue Reading
Smoky Meatloaf Sandwich with Apples

Smoky Meatloaf Sandwich

Meatloaf is a faithfully recurring meal on my family’s menu, probably because it’s easy to make, feeds a crowd and usually — unless they’re especially ravenous — provides leftovers for the next day’s lunch. There’s also the bread factor … fresh-baked bread is rare in my house, but at least the loaf pans are used …   Continue Reading
Spicy German Burger to celebrate Oktoberfest

Gemütlichkeit!

Think of it as the German version of “Southern hospitality.” It’s a sentiment that involves good friends, good food, good cheer and good times — and it’s what Oktoberfest celebrations, both here and in the old country, are all about. Get in the spirit of the season with our take on wienerschnitzel: Pretzel-Dusted Schnitzel, made …   Continue Reading
National Cheeseburger Day - GoRare.com

Cheesy celebration

Today we’re celebrating the humble cheeseburger! A beefy, juicy burger, topped with your favorite condiments, cheeses and spices … grilled to perfection. Check out some of our favorite cheeseburger recipes here!  Continue Reading

The Big Dipper

The writers here at GoRare.com are avid food fanatics. We’re not professionals, but we’re passionate about tasty bites and recently, we decided to be more adventurous in our home kitchens. We made a plan to prepare beef dishes we’ve never tried before — some difficult, some easy but all a first attempt by the people …   Continue Reading
How to smoke brisket on a gas grill

For the love of brisket

I’m by no means a professional chef, but — as the saying goes — I like to play one on TV. (Or something to that effect, given that I’ve yet to land that elusive starring role on the Food Network.) What I’m trying to say is I fancy myself a pretty good home cook, and …   Continue Reading
Atterholt barn

History in the making

Editor’s note: This post was written by intern Laura Conaway. I’m a ranch kid through and through, and there’s this bond that we ranch kids share. It’s something we don’t have to speak about but all feel (at least that’s how it seems in my head). We have all experienced the late nights and the …   Continue Reading
flank steak

Flank steak two-step

When it comes to enjoying a great steak, I’m an avid member of the strip club. However, my favorite cut of beef has long been flank steak — I salivate over its unique texture and bold, beautiful beefiness! I ascribe to enhancing the flavor and tenderness of the flank with a marinade, and over the …   Continue Reading

Home-cooked series – robust and sweet

Our GoRare.com writers are avid food fanatics, and recently decided to become a bit more adventurous in their home kitchens. Specifically, we have a plan to prepare beef dishes in ways we never have before. In the coming weeks, we’ll be trying new cooking techniques — new to us, perhaps old hat to you. I …   Continue Reading

Confetti Cooking

There was a time when I made one meal and the family ate it, just as I made it. That seems like so long ago. As the kids get older, nutrition tips come from here and there, and we gain more options when dining out, my kitchen seems like a mini restaurant. I jokingly think …   Continue Reading

You’re a peach

“Do I dare to eat a peach?” With apologies to T.S. Eliot — and English majors and teachers everywhere — on my (mis)appropriation of a line from The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock, I say the answer to his eternal question should be a resounding “yes.” Yes, you should eat a peach. You should …   Continue Reading

Going against the grain

[Editor’s note: This post was written by staff intern, Laura Conaway.] Sandwiches … who says they can’t be exciting? With so much emphasis on what I’ll call the “rare factor” among my generation, it’s hard to get by with something that’s just plain regular. Call it common, old-fashioned, even. Whether it is food, music or …   Continue Reading

A Slice of Heaven

I’ve often said I have the palate of a 12-year-old. “Fancy” food is not my forte. Give me simple, flavorful and wholesome — yes, first and foremost simple — meals any day. I don’t want a million ingredients. I’m not a culinary trail-blazer. What appeals to me most are dishes that deliver great quality, great …   Continue Reading
beef kabob for grilling

Celebrate with a big bang of flavor

It’s party time! If you’re like many of us, you’re planning an outdoor meal that includes steaks, burgers and/or frankfurters. Ribeyes, strips or sirloin steaks are the perfect option for a Saturday night backyard soiree, but these pricier cuts are not always an option for feeding an Independence Day party crowd. Never fear. Chef Michael …   Continue Reading

Celebrate with Barbecue Brisket

Feed a crowd, or prepare for a small gathering and enjoy leftovers the next day. Cook brisket in a slow cooker, then finish on the grill to caramelize sugars in the cherry barbecue sauce. This recipe is perfect for Independence Day celebrations or everyday summer gatherings. Click below for the recipe: Brisket with Cherry Barbecue …   Continue Reading

Secrets to great steaks {part 2}

Imagine the sizzling aroma of beef meeting flame when you toss a T-bone on the grill. Rich beef flavor, a satisfying bite and mouthwatering juiciness are the reasons classic steaks like ribeye, strip and filet mignon are so popular. In addition to familiar favorites, though, consider a few new favorites that are not only delicious, …   Continue Reading

Steak in, not stirred, with a twist

Cheers to you on National Martini Day, because we know sometimes, you’re not as thirsty as you are hungry. You’re not as ready to unwind as you are to celebrate with a hearty hoorah. Sometimes you want a glass that is neither half empty, nor half full. You want a glass that is — quite simply —overflowing …   Continue Reading
Classic Burger Certified Angus Beef burger

Burger love

Tis the season for salivating over savory, sweet or spicy burgers fresh off the grill. Sure, May 28 happens to be National Burger Day, but you know what I say? Celebrate all summer long! In my experience there’s no better way to gather friends, family and loved ones than with the promise of a cookout …   Continue Reading

Day in the life of an Ohio meat cutter, part 2

Yesterday we left readers wondering … what problem could crop up during a seemingly normal day as a meat cutter? As it turns out, it wouldn’t be a normal day if there weren’t some challenges … It’s not often that problems arise in DiBiasio’s department, but when they do, it’s when he appreciates his team the …   Continue Reading