Taste of Italy From the Grill

Burgers are a grillmeister's blank canvas and we all have our favorites. I happen to enjoy a blue cheese-lovin' Scots-Irish palate, but why not mix it up! The Italian Burger is literally packed with herbs, and topped with tomato sauce and mozzarella.   Continue Reading

Sweet Summertime!

In short, I’m slowing down. I’m giving myself a break. I’m letting myself have some more fun. And I’m realizing how much I appreciate this pretty amazing life of mine. (Funny how that works, huh?) Here’s one of my favorite recipes this summer: Mojo Skewers.   Continue Reading

Making Your Mark On the World

We're achievers, go-getters, doers. We like to make our mark on the world. And whether we're talking luggage or license plates, or even our own kitchens, customization pleases us. It's that bit of something extra — a mark of quality, that speaks volumes.  Continue Reading

Chef Mytro’s Ribeye Steak with Polenta

Chef Matt Mytro of Flour restaurant in Moreland Hills, Ohio, is heating things up this summer with grilled recipes that sizzle, literally. Chef Matt offers his recipe for grilled ribeyes with polenta with GoRare.com readers. This is a meal made for [mouthwatering] dinner parties or grand summer gatherings, but you could easily half the quantities, below, for a more intimate affair. Just add a glass of wine or two, a spectacular sunset, and you have a perfect patio soiree. Enjoy!  Continue Reading

Burger Bliss In Every Bite

I often find myself craving a humble hamburger, as long as it’s juicy and flavorful — our palates today are tempted by a dazzling array of choices. Whether it’s the fast-food joint on the corner or the white-tablecloth bistro downtown, burgers have gone gourmet.   Continue Reading

For Your Best Guests: Serve Pinwheel Steak Skewers

This is a great recipe for weekend gatherings or your next back yard bash. These skewers are an excellent way to serve steak to larger groups, too. Just grill several top sirloin or flank steaks, thinly slice the tender beef, roll pinwheels, and skewer. Juicy bites of luscious, mouthwatering steak for every guest without breaking the bank.  Continue Reading

Grilling Greats for Dad

Father's Day is just around the corner — don't be caught empty-handed! Here are a few gifts ideas that will have your dad sizzling on his big day! And to really knock Father's Day out of the park, I suggest you wrap up a package of steaks to accompany one of these gifts. What could be better for the man of the house?! Find a local Certified Angus Beef ® brand retailer by zip code, or order and send his favorite cuts online.  Continue Reading

A Weekend To Remember

Memorial Day is a time to remember how very fortunate we are. Brave heroes are willing to sacrifice their happiness — their very lives — for ours. Sometimes that message is lost in Memorial weekend. We gather together, heat up the grill and enjoy summer meals with friends and family. Celebrating with loved ones and …   Continue Reading

The ultimate finger foods

teaks and burgers are great, but a highlight of the grilling season has rather primitive tendencies. You see there's nothing quite like thick, juicy hunks of beef and fresh vegetables slow-roasted on a stick over flame. I can almost hear the sizzle.  Continue Reading

Beef 101: TLC for your grill

'Tis the season for grilling and that tickles me pink — which happens to be the way I like my steaks (translation: medium rare to medium doneness). But before I can dig in and indulge in a sizzling bite o' beef, I need to tackle some housekeeping. Spring cleaning should always extend to your outdoor grill ...  Continue Reading

Make steaks even when the sun won’t shine

Worry no more, fair weather friends. You CAN serve satisfying sizzle in the midst of the downpour thanks to several cooking techniques that deliver mouthwatering steaks in minutes. They may not have the smoky, charred fresh-off-the-grill flavor, but they'll certainly please your taste buds and be good to the last tender bite!  Continue Reading

Ribeyes with Classic Steak Butter

Forced to choose one cut of beef, ribeye would be my steak of choice. It’s flavorful but not fussy. It’s one of the most tender cuts. A well-marbled ribeye is incredibly juicy. And let’s not forget that tasty morsel of meat at the end — the spinalis. When you’re looking at a traditional ribeye steak the spinalis, or ribeye cap, is the …   Continue Reading

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

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

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

Secrets to great steaks {part 1}

Independence Day is just around the corner and if you’re like millions of Americans (and me!), you will celebrate with fireworks and something flavorful from the grill. When it comes to steaks, one of the most common questions is: “How long should I cook it?” There’s no easy answer, but there is good news. Learn …   Continue Reading

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

Behold the trend-setting strip steak

One strip. Two strip. Dry strip. Rare strip. Wet strip. Grilled strip. Split strip. Bare strip. This one is a little nutty. This tender one is smooth as putty. This one’s raw and finely chopped. This one wee steak she’ll like a lot. Pan fry it in your neighbor’s house. Plate it next to boiled grouse. …   Continue Reading

Buckeye Barbecue

Last night my family and I celebrated my father’s birthday with  Certified Angus Beef ® brand filet of rib. While preparing the delectable celebratory meal, I couldn’t help but think of The Ohio State University students in a first-of-its-kind undergraduate barbecue course. They earn college credit while learning how to grill delicious dinners. I can’t think …   Continue Reading

Labor of Love

Beer-marinated Flank Steak … makes for a luscious Labor Day picnic recipe. Trust me. You will not be disappointed. Flank steak is a lean, extremely flavorful cut of beef. It’s often used for fajitas, but it can easily become the star of the show if you marinate, then grill. Flank steak should be sliced thin against the …   Continue Reading