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Game Day Chili

Game Day Chili

Jan 01, 2012 22 Comments by  
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With apologies to the politically correct and the gender sensitive, don’t discount the froufrou, girlie-girl semblance of this recipe. This is unadulterated, manly man’s chili.

Standing Rib Roast with Jus

Standing Rib Roast with Jus

Dec 08, 2011 3 Comments by  
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A sublime yet simple approach to cooking this most impressive roast. Certain to win friends and influence people–not to mention make phenomenal sandwiches the day after.

Nach Waxman’s Brisket

Nach Waxman’s Brisket

Dec 07, 2011 13 Comments by  
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Tender, juicy slices of brisket lean into one another in perfect symmetry here, just like a chorus line of Rockettes. You can achieve the same. Nach Waxman explains.

Beef Teriyaki

Beef Teriyaki

Aug 08, 2011 6 Comments by  
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“Wow, wow, wow. We wanted a lot more…and still more…and still some.” That’s what folks are saying about this simple skewered supper. Tempted? We thought so.

Steak Chimichurri

Steak Chimichurri

Aug 02, 2011 9 Comments by  
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Carnivore-embracing, chimichurri-induced happiness can be yours with this fool-proof, fuss-free answer to what’s for dinner. Argentine-approved, too.

Michael Schlow Burger with Crispy Onions

Michael Schlow Burger with Crispy Onions

Jul 13, 2011 5 Comments by  
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Grab your appetite, your beer, and napkins galore, ‘cuz this burger melds Cheddar, crisped onions, and a horseradish-spiked sauce to messy, if great, effect.

Vietnamese Beef and Rice Noodle Salad

Vietnamese Beef and Rice Noodle Salad

Jul 05, 2011 3 Comments by  
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A jumble of tastes and textures and temperatures, this towering number will jolt you to your senses in a manner that only classic Vietnamese cuisine can muster.

Thyme-Smoked Four-Inch Porterhouse Steak

Thyme-Smoked Four-Inch Porterhouse Steak

Jun 12, 2011 3 Comments by  
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A Flintstonian porterhouse can be awesome to behold but tricky to cook. Your Fred or Barney may never admit he needs a little help, but here it is, just in case.

The Pioneer Woman’s (and Charlie’s) Favorite Lasagna

The Pioneer Woman’s (and Charlie’s) Favorite Lasagna

May 31, 2011 6 Comments by  
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The Pioneer Woman Ree Drummond divulges her simple recipe for lasagna in her new children’s book, Charlie the Ranch Dog. Woof!

Chipotle Maple Barbecue Beef Brisket

Chipotle Maple Barbecue Beef Brisket

May 23, 2011 2 Comments by  
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With its saucy sweet heat, this brisket has all the messy, smoky goodness of a backyard barbecue…minus the messy, smoky backyard barbecue.

Edna Lewis’s Oven Brisket

Edna Lewis’s Oven Brisket

Apr 21, 2011 5 Comments by  
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Edna’s outstanding brisket is dripping with the fatty-fat-fat beef juices that mix and mingle with the onions for an oh so marvie sweet meaty sauce.

Polenta Layer Cake with Meat Sauce

Polenta Layer Cake with Meat Sauce

Mar 15, 2011 9 Comments by  
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In this inspired Italian creation, traditional lasagna noodles are supplanted by polenta. Trust us, you’ll feel no guilt nor regret over forsaking custom.

Homemade Corned Beef

Homemade Corned Beef

Mar 14, 2011 38 Comments by  
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Brisket gets a makeover of sorts when brined, going glam with a classy corned beef look that goes oh so well with a cold beer.

Beef Tenderloin with Madeira Sauce

Beef Tenderloin with Madeira Sauce

Dec 15, 2010 6 Comments by  
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This eminently reliable, no-fuss recipe doesn’t ambush you with carving trickery. It’s just a simple, supple roast beef tenderloin napped with a slightly boozy but goof-proof sauce.

Tomahawk Chops with Sweet Potato Puree

Tomahawk Chops with Sweet Potato Puree

Oct 25, 2010 2 Comments by  
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A ribeye of Flintstonian proportions deserves a side that can stand up to its mammoth beefiness. Sweet potatoes pureed with butter galore do quite nicely.

Boeuf Bourguignon

Boeuf Bourguignon

Oct 24, 2010 8 Comments by  
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A classic French recipe that really ought to be in your repertoire, boeuf bourguignon has countless incarnations, including this classic version by Craig Claiborne.

Barbecued Beef Back Ribs

Barbecued Beef Back Ribs

Aug 30, 2010 14 Comments by  
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Beef back ribs, cut from the rib roast or rib-eye steaks, are massaged with a sweet-spicy rub then cooked slowly. Your fav BBQ sauce finishes things nicely.

Uncle D’s Chili

Uncle D’s Chili

Jun 17, 2010 9 Comments by  
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How do we love the sweetly spicy heat of this chipotle chili? Let us count the ways. Smothered in Cheddar cheese and sour cream. Ladled over burgers. Loaded on potato skins…

Uncle D’s Chili and Cheddar Burger

Uncle D’s Chili and Cheddar Burger

Jun 17, 2010 5 Comments by  
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This compelling chili and Cheddar burger is what it is—true guy food, no apologies. Wrap your hands around this messy burger and settle in for the real deal.

Grilled Porterhouse Steak

Grilled Porterhouse Steak

Jun 08, 2010 1 Comment by  
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The porterhouse is a generous steak when it comes to flavor and size. Here it’s slathered in oil, topped with chopped garlic and herbs, and grilled.