Posts Tagged ‘Food’

I know it’s been a while since my last post, but hey … I’ve been busy … yep REAL busy … ok … too busy.

Anyway … as I celebrated my last birthday of my 30’s I treated my lovely wife to the best steak dinner we have ever had – take a look at the picture for proof -(click the thumbnail for a larger version) also, notice the juices being soaked up by the cheesy bread on the right plate. These steaks were absolutely amazing, so much flavor!

I have Ken at the local Alberston’s on Broadway (near downtown) to thank for the suggestion of an alternate to our regular cut (rib eye). He suggested the double pack of t-bones ($14) and asked a few questions about how I was planning on preparing it.

I mentioned we always use our George Foreman Grill since we live in an apartment and unable to use a traditional outdoor grill. He then suggested this amazing dry rub he uses all the time. It’s a beef marinade and seasoning mix by Spade L Ranch.

We’ve been looking for several months for the perfect seasoning for steaks, but we always managed to get something with way too much spice – as in HOT – so much so that the hotness overpowered the flavor.

We’re done with the search … we have FOUND our seasoning of choice.

THANK YOU Ken and Spade L Ranch for the perfect birthday steak dinner for under $20.

Steaks – $14
Seasoning – $1 ($4 for the bottle, but there’s enough for several more dinners)
Steamed Veggies – $2
2 Bud Limes – $2

Total – $19.00

I have to say this was one of the best meals my wife and I cooked up EVER!!!!

As a kid, I can remember anytime my parents took us out to a restaurant I would order chicken fried steak. It’s been one of my favorites ever since.

Several month ago, I wanted to try to make chicken fried steak. As I do any time I want to make the perfect “enter food item” I looked to the web in search of the best recipe.

I settled on a combination of a couple of recipes based on the ingredients I had on hand, and my first attempt was amazing.

The breaded mixture had saltine crackers in it, something that hadn’t been a part of the steaks I had eaten in my youth, but it sounded like a good mix.

Each time I made this favorite meal I got better, except for the time when I wanted to cook for my Mother-In-Law. Let’s just say I wish I had a do over button that night. Despite practically burning the steak, and ruining the gravy, my wife helped me salvage what we could and the dinner wasn’t a total loss.

Tonight was the redemption I wish I could have displayed for my Mother-In-Law. My wife and I teamed up to make sure the dinner went smooth. Not only did it turn out smooth, but we got it done in record time. We make a great team!!!

The best addition to the recipe was the baked asparagus. A recipe my wife found on PioneerWoman.com which has resulted in our decision to NEVER eat asparagus from a can again.

So … enjoy the pics of our ultimate dinner treat.

Enjoy … Scott