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The Italian Steak Sandwich

There's flavor oozing everywhere, from the pesto and sauteed vegetables to the spread of goat cheese and fig jam. Top it off with tender, juicy sliced steak or leftover Certified Angus Beef® roast, and every bite is layer upon layer of flavor.  Continue Reading

Beef 101: Churrasco Cooking

Churrasco cooking or more simply: cooking via rotisserie over an indirect flame source isn’t anything new. Originating in Brazil three centuries ago, the cooking method is fairly unchanged over the years and, today, it's still the preparation method used in a growing number of popular Brazilian steakhouses.  Continue Reading

Rare Roundup: weekly favorites [5-15-15]

Want a knock-your-socks-off recipe for weekend entertaining? Make Braised Short Ribs with Cheese Grits. It’s a spectacular meal for dining indoors or out. And be sure to check out our other favorite recipes, cooking tips and stories this week — all for the love of food! Tomato Cucumber Salad — from Barefeet In the Kitchen blog. We can’t resist …   Continue Reading

A Toast To Mom

It is a truth universally acknowledged that mothers everywhere regularly put their families’ needs above their own. When we, as sons and daughters, step back and acknowledge this fact, it’s only natural that we’re overcome with an impulse to spoil Mom, to celebrate her and thank her for … well … everything.  Continue Reading

Beef 101: How to Pan Roast Your Dinner

Pan roasting is a simple technique that yields juicy tender steaks with sizzle. Simply prepare and cook the steaks, then set them aside to rest. While that’s happening you can prepare a rich, decadent pan sauce in the same skillet. In this cooking video, Chef Michael Ollier shows you how easy it really is. Pan Roasted …   Continue Reading

How to Make Wine Braised Short Ribs

ometimes you want a fancy meal, sometimes you want comfort food. This recipe fits the bill in both cases. Red wine-braised short ribs are rich and decadent, but they're also rustic and hearty. Serve with homemade mashed potatoes and your favorite green veggie, and you have a mouthwatering meal that will appease any and all hunger pangs.  Continue Reading

Friday Faves: The Dry Aging Cooler

Think of a dry-aging cooler as a giant humidor, where steaks are held on racks in a temperature- , air flow-, and humidity-controlled environment with an aim on evaporating the moisture within the meat, leaving only immense beef flavor.  Continue Reading

Slow Cooker Barbacoa Burritos

This is a fix it, forget it, and serve it when you're ready recipe. It's perfect for busy weekdays, or slow and simple Saturdays. Just remember to plan ahead. You'll want to prepare the spices and marinate the meat overnight before braising in the slow cooker. These extra steps create depth of flavor and make this meal truly delicious!  Continue Reading

New York Strip: The Perfect Holiday Roast

New York strip roast is my favorite 'special occasion' cut of beef. It would earn applause at any table on its own, but pair it with a sweet cherry and chipotle glaze and you have the makings of an unforgettable feast! It's sweet ... there's heat ... and it's SIMPLE to prepare (though it looks like a million bucks!).  Continue Reading

Beef 101: Roasting Temperatures

The holidays are approaching and I’ve begun planning our Christmas dinner menu. A beef roast will take center stage on our family table. To ensure it’s just right, I asked Chef Michael Ollier for a few tips and roasting techniques. When it comes to temperature, he says to begin with high heat, then cook it …   Continue Reading

Beef 101: Glazes

Serve a holiday feast that's simply spectacular. Salt and pepper is all you need to season a roast, but prepare a glaze and gift your taste buds with sensational flavor!  Continue Reading