Fall Flavor Under Wraps

I’m always searching for lunch ideas — something delicious and nutritious, but I want lots of flavor, too. This Barbecue and Cider Slaw Wrap recipe is perfect. The main ingredient — flat iron steak — is grilled (or pan seared if you prefer), slathered in barbecue sauce, and then loaded into a wrap with apple …   Continue Reading

Meet Chuck Denver

I say “meet” because I’m working under the assumption that you’ve never met Chuck. Not many have, as a matter of fact.You can find him in the meat case at some grocery stores. Maybe even in the cooler at your favorite restaurant. And if you treat him well, Chuck Denver can be your best friend. Chuck …   Continue Reading

Play with fire

I’m passionate about tasty meals for family and friends, and it doesn’t matter if I’m in my kitchen or stuck out in the woods with nothing more than pine needles and matches. Good food doesn’t come about because of the latest and greatest appliances or culinary tricks. It occurs when you start with high-quality ingredients and the …   Continue Reading

Flat iron fabulous

I ordered a steak salad at a local restaurant. Luscious bites of flat iron steak sliced thin and grilled to medium doneness over a bed of Romaine lettuce, with a sprinkling of sauteed mushrooms and blue cheese. Yummy! Have you heard of the flat iron steak? It’s the poor man’s savvy shopper’s beef tenderloin. Flat iron — also called …   Continue Reading