Steak Enthusiast

So if you’ve been following what’s going on in bacon news (and I know that you do), you’ve no doubt seen the new bacon coffin on the market from J & D’s.

If not, you’re in for a treat! The above beauty can be all yours for a mere $3,000 and you can be assured that you will rest in heavenly bacon glory for all eternity. Amen.

There’s even a Facebook page dedicated to bacon coffins.

Could this possibly be a case of taking things too far?

Like going to a job interview decked out in Lakers gear? Or painting your house Boise State colors? Or naming your kid “DIRECTV” so you’ll be sure to get free satellite service forever?

I mean, my family can attest to the fact that I LOVE BACON. Just come over on Sunday morning and see if YOU get the last piece. Hint:  It’s mine.

But there is a limit. And I think spending the afterlife in a bacon-themed casket goes well beyond it.

What do you think? Do you love it? Do you hate it? Do you think people should get a life and let people have their fun?

I wanna know!

Photo courtesy of JDFoods.net.

AskMen.com posted “Steak:  5 Things You Didn’t Know” – and, truth be told, I learned a little something.

Maybe you will, too.

Like, did you know the average cow is about 40% steak? I didn’t.

Click here to read more fascinating tidbits about arguably my favorite subject (you know, besides my kids. And kittens…).

On this Friday, you just might learn something new. And really, isn’t that the best we can hope for at the end of the week?

Read on for steak trivia you just might actually use!

Photo courtesy of KansasCitySteaks.com.

We all know that a beautiful Teriyaki sauce can be enhanced with pineapple to make for an unforgettable steak marinade.

BUT, did you know that pineapple enzymes are a great tenderizer for your steak?

It’s all due to a protein-digesting enzyme called bromelain found in pineapple. Bromelain breaks down the collagen or protein in your steaks – thus, creating a more tender piece of beef.

Read more about this fascinating scientific and culinary topic here.

Want to know how to cook a fantastic Teriyaki and pineapple steak marinade? Click here.

So many uses for the pineapple in your steak creations! Try them and enjoy!

Photo courtesy of Marlena’s Menu.