June 26th, 2015

4th of July Cookout

4th of July Cookout Party in a Box

Have you started planning for an out-of-this-world 4th of July cookout? It’ll be here before you know it!

My family LOVES to eat outside and soak in the sun and atmosphere on July 4th.

Our cookout has GOT to include All-American favorites like all-beef hot dogs, steaks (my favorite) and steakburgers.

I love to make a dessert that’s red, white and blue like blueberries, strawberries and whipped cream in the shape of an American flag. Delish! My kids go wild for this fun-themed food and we get to celebrate the best country in the world.

What are your favorite 4th of July cookout dishes?


June 1st, 2015

Father’s Day Cookout

Father's Day Cookout Strip Steaks

Celebrating Dad is a joy! The weather is great and cooking outdoors is a perfect fit for June.

A Father’s Day cookout is a celebration I can absolutely get behind!

We love this weekend where we get to say THANKS to Dad for all he does. And for us, it’s always steaks. Dad needs to be honored well and a steak is what is called for. Period.

The dads in my life unwaveringly go for a thick Kansas City strip steak. And how can you argue with that?

We’ll pair them with a nice Cabernet Sauvignon to bring out the beefy taste. Because wine makes it a special affair.

Then this year, I’m going to mix it up a little by serving delicious Twice Baked Potatoes on the side. I just pop them in the oven and all the hard work is already done for me.

And some little Molten Chocolate Cakes are the best way to end this fantastic meal. I mean, come on, a liquid chocolate center? Yes, please!

THIS is the ultimate Father’s Day cookout to us. How about you?


May 25th, 2015

Memorial Day Recipes

Memorial Day Recipes

Sunny barbecues in the backyard – my happy place! And Memorial Day is the quintessential “barbecue in the backyard” day.

It’s almost upon us, so let’s get our ducks in a row and plan some amazing meals out on the patio with these delicious Memorial Day recipes!

Steaks are first up on my list. But the long, leisurely weekend gives us a bit more time to explore something new so why not go for this Memorial Day recipe for Grilled Kansas City Strip Steak and Blue Cheese Mashers? While you’re grilling steak, get your helpers to dive into making the mashers. Everybody wins!

For us, burgers are ALWAYS on the sunny holiday menu. This time, we’re going to mix it up a bit with this Tropical Burger recipe. Pineapple and mango chutney will make you feel like you’re in the tropics!

It’s a long weekend, right?

Serve it with this Fresh Cilantro Picnic Salad – perfect for a group of hungry holidaymakers!

Enjoy good food and relaxation this Memorial Day weekend – I know I will!


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Hi! My name is Dena P., and I love steak. In fact, I’ve been on a quest for the perfect steak for a few years now.

I love experimenting with food and I like to get my family, friends and neighbors involved. They add a lot to my cooking experience by helping me perfect techniques and sharing recipes.

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