Tag Archives: beef

In search of the elusive chuck eye steak

Posted on July 20, 2023 by Burnt My Fingers

I was lucky in my experiment breaking down a chuck roast that I got one with a nice chuck eye steak included. This is by no means guaranteed. According to this source, there are no more than 2-3 chuck eye … Continue reading →

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Breaking down a chuck roast

Posted on July 14, 2023 by Burnt My Fingers

I used to sell meat for a living (Allen Brothers, Niman Ranch mail order) yet for the life of me I cannot reliably break down a larger cut of beef. Part of the problem is that the roasts marketed by … Continue reading →

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Why top sirloin is our favorite cut of beef

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Burnt My Fingers

What is our favorite cut of beef for steaks? You probably thought we were going to say New York strip or rib steak, but in fact we’re voting for top sirloin! Here’s why. Top sirloin combines value and versatility with … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Kitfo (Ethiopian steak tartare)

Posted on October 17, 2019 by Burnt My Fingers

If you like steak tartare you’ll probably enjoy kitfo, a spiced raw meat dish which is traditionally eaten in Ethiopia to break the vegetarian fasting period. As with steak tartare, you need to be confident of the source of the … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Skillet Steak

Posted on October 27, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

This is a very simple recipe that may produce the best steak you have ever had. Ingredients: Cast iron skillet Steak that is not larger than the skillet Kosher salt Other seasonings of your choice Method: Heat your seasoned cast … Continue reading →

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How to hack your prime rib dinner

Posted on October 13, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

Last night I enjoyed a prime rib dinner at House of Prime Rib in San Francisco. This is a fine specimen of the genre, with long waits for tables and toque’d carvers rolling silver trays hither and yon. The concept … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Beef Stroganoff

Posted on February 2, 2016 by Burnt My Fingers

Beef stroganoff was a staple of my supper club back in college. It was basically beef stew with some sour cream mixed in at the point of serving to add richness and a bit of tang. I’m grown up now, … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Spiedie Marinade for Spiedies

Posted on May 27, 2014 by Burnt My Fingers

This is the spiedie marinade I used for my spiedies taste test, corrected to include paprika like the winner. It produces moist, tender grilled meats whether you use lamb (the classic), pork, chicken or beef. Makes enough to marinate 1 … Continue reading →

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Recipe: Sauerbraten (German-Style Marinated Pot Roast)

Posted on October 29, 2013 by Burnt My Fingers

The classic German Sauerbraten recipe produces a nice sweet-and-sour pot roast that goes great with other German sides, such as my kartoffelsalat. Serves 8. Ingredients: 4-6 lb chuck roast or bottom round Kosher salt and pepper 1 medium onion, sliced … Continue reading →

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Master Recipe: Beef Jerky

Posted on October 19, 2012 by Burnt My Fingers

This is a “master” beef jerky  recipe because, with all the options available, I don’t want to be overly specific. Follow these general guidelines and you will have a delicious chewable strip of meat. Ingredients: Beef round steak, 2 lbs … Continue reading →

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