I have dreams about steak and I’ve often wondered whether it’s just me . . . or are there other freaks out there?

I think you know the answer.

Here’s a dream journal from maybedreams.wordpress.com. Perhaps it will enlighten us all . . .

pwny:
in this dream, i’m eating chicken fried steak with Jazz from the transformers. and i am overwhelmed with the fact that this is the single greatest moment in my life up to that point. i was making sandwiches out of the the CFS, mashed potatoes, and biscuits. a common practice on CFS day.

inspiration: i was 7, and it was the night before chicken fried steak day at school… so i might have been biased.

So there you have it! Chicken fried steak and Jazz from the Transformers. A bit frightening. And tasty all at the same time.

Your friend and mine — Jazz

What does it mean?

Who cares? It’s about steak. It doesn’t have to mean anything.

Now, go have a great weekend and dream your own dreams about steak . . . and let me know what they are. That way I won’t have to pay for therapy.

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No?

Well, I think you’re missing out. Check it out . . .

Yes, siree. Our friends at SteakBrands.com have found a way to get our favorite cuts of meat in on the pigskin action.

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Nice.

Go here to see all your branding choices for your next cookout.

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Say you’re looking to serve something other than potatoes with your juicy, tender steak tonight. Then, say you’re up for something quite different than your ordinary fare.

This just might be what you’re looking for. It’s fresh. It’s peachy. It’s cheesy.

Try it!

Italian Grilled Peaches
Serves 4

2/3 cup good-quality balsamic vinegar
3 T sugar
2 tsp freshly ground pepper
2 large peaches, unpeeled, halved and pitted
2 to 3 oz Gorgonzola or blue cheese, crumbled
2 T mascarpone cheese, for garnish

In a small, non-reactive saucepan, combine the balsamic vinegar, sugar and pepper, and simmer until reduced by half and thick enough to use as a glaze.  Set aside until ready to use.

Preheat grill to medium-high, 350º to 400º.  Place peach halves on the grill, cut side down, and grill 5 minutes, or until flesh is slightly charred. Brush the rounded tops of the peaches with the glaze, and cook 1 to 2 minutes.  Flip peaches, brush the cut sides with glaze and grill an additional 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer peaches to 4 individual serving dishes, and spoon any remaining glaze over the tops. Sprinkle each serving with an equal amount of Gorgonzola and place a small dollop of mascarpone on the side.