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DIY Pastrami

January 25, 2014

The cold, dark days of January seem well suited for some long-term cooking. We've been working on variations to the bread recipe posted earlier this month with increasing improvement with each loaf. We also decided to try our hand at a home-cured pastrami.

For this, you will need a sizable beef brisket, a good collection of spices, and several days to wait.

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Summer Steak is a Beautiful Thing

August 18, 2013

Any day that starts with pancakes and ends with steak is a good day, regardless of what happens in between. And, while I was not conscious enough this morning to capture the pancakes, I did manage to get something of tonight's steak.

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Freedom Pheasant

July 4, 2013

On my birthday, I usually get some variety of game, so it only makes sense that on our nation's birthday, this also holds true. And, since it is July, it's going to be grilled.

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Tags fowl, grill, seasonal summer, main course, game, barbecue, propane torch
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