Steak Pizzaiola take #2

OK, after microwaving the leftovers of my attempt at Steak Pizzaiola (at 50% for 3 minutes) it was actually PFT!  The flavors were much more prevalent, and it didn't seem as dry as before.  The rice was still tasty too.
Sometimes food is better the second day, and this was definitely one of those times.

I have a new goal in life!

I want to learn how to play this on the piano;


Now all I need is a piano, and to find someone that knows how to play the mandoline.

Steak Pizzaiola

Another creation from the guidance of Jon (via an old Italian broad)  from  foodwishes.com , my second favorite food site (next to http://chefdonhensley.com/  of course)

I guess this is an old Italian staple, and it was fine, but not necessarily PFT.  I used beef eye round instead of beef shoulder, and I seared the meat before braising, but don't think it made much difference.  I would guess that older people would really like this, as the meat was cooked to death and flavorless, but not so much for urban hipsters like myself.  Anyway, here it is;

The rice was actually better than the steak.  I'll post how to make the rice later.
Here is the old Italian Lady's video (note her dog that looks just like a small bear);

Root Beer Braised Lamb Chops!

I know what your thinking, root beer, are you for real?  Oh most def, most def!  The root beer and honey came together and made this the best lamb dish I have ever tasted, and I normally don't care for lamb.  Rounded out with horseradish mashed potatoes and some from the freezer veggie blend, the fork tender lamb topped with sauce made from the braising liquid was PFT!!!!

1 tbsp vegetable oil
6 large lamb shoulder blade chops, about 3 to 3 1/2 pounds
1 bottle (12 ounces) good quality root beer
1/4 cup reduced sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup toasted sesame seed
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon chipotle
1/2 tablespoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 cup water
additional toasted sesame seeds to garnish
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions

To make follow directions in this "Food Wishes" video (which Jon got from Richard Blais) 

Deez Deviled Eggs are OFT!

OFT the hook that is.  My friend in Denver, KC, made these for a get together this past sunday, while her husband, Sunshine, made ribs and pulled pork.  I would post pictures of the delectable smoked meats, but the "professional" cameraman  didn't send any, either that or he ate it all before he could snap a pic.
BTW KC, I love the green olive garnish.  Green olives are PFT!

And here is a picture of their dog, who looks like he had a few too many deviled eggs;

This is the probably the tastiest and unhealthiest thing I have ever made!

CHEESY BLASTER!

"Tasted like 'Pigs in a Blanket' on steroids!  Really tasty steroids!"

                                                                                                  Don Hensley (he's a famous chef)                         

This is pretty easy.
-Start by making a homemade pepperoni pizza, but do not cook.
-Warm up a hot dog, butterfly it, and fill it with monterey jack cheese.
-Cut pizza in  4"x 6" rectangles and place hot dog on the edge of the 4" side of the pizza.  Roll like a jellyroll
- Bake in oven at 400 degrees till golden brown.  Top with cheese sauce and eat the shit out of it!

Coming tomorrow, CHEESY BLASTERS!!!!!!!!!

If you watch "30 Rock", you no doubt no what I am talking about.  If not, a
"Cheesy Blaster" is a hot dog filled with jack cheese, rolled in an uncooked pizza, baked, then topped with cheese sauce.
I cannot wait to try this Pretty F#*!ing Tasty sounding piece of culinary genius!

Loaded Baked Potato Bread

2 tsp yeast
3/4 cup warm water
3-4 cups flour
1 TBLS salt
2 TBLS sugar
1/4 cup diced cooked bacon (save fat)
1/2 cup sour cream
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/2 cup mashed potatoes (leftovers are fine)
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (I used white)



 -mix together and knead for 10 minutes, dough will be sticky.
-cover and let rise to double
-bake at 400 for 25-30 min (190-200 internal temp)

This was my first try at Loaded Baked Potato Bread and it came out pretty f#*!ing good.  This dense and hearty bread would go great with a stew, creamy soup, or with Bbq to sop up the sauce.  With the below ingredients, I don't think it could have been anything but PFT!

Mustard BBQ sauce pizza with smoked pork

First, make Mustard BBQ Sauce;
Ingredients
    * 4 Tbsp. butter
    * 1/2 onion, grated
    * 1/2 cup yellow mustard     * 1/2 cup brown sugar
    * 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
    * 1 Tbsp dry mustard     * 1 teaspoon cayenne
    * 1 bay leaf
    * Salt to taste
- Heat the butter over medium heat until it's frothy, then add the onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes. Do not let the onions brown.
- Add everything else, stir well and simmer slowly for 30 minutes or more.
-Chill before using.
Prepare desired pizza dough, then;
-Preheat oven or grill to 500 degrees (if using a stone, make sure it's on the bottom rack)
-cover dough w/ BBQ sauce like you would pizza sauce
-sprinkle with chopped onions and green peppers
-lightly cover w/ mozzarella cheese
-cover cheese with thinly sliced smoked pork (can use ham or pulled pork as well)
-cover with more cheese
-Bake till crust is nice and crisp and cheese golden brown and bubbly
-Top slices with freshly made coleslaw