Anthony Bourdain, I'm a Happy Blogger...Now Have Some London Broil!

I am a fan of the Travel Channel and one of my favorite shows to watch is Anthony Bourdain's "No Reservations" on the Travel Channle. During this segment, Mr. Bourdain interviewed with successful food bloggers who were very compulsive about their views on the culinary world and what they call their superior tastes in the food they consume. Since I'm a food blogger and happy fan of it, there was one food blogger in particular, that caught my ear.

One food blogger explained his compulsive nature began when he ended his very well-paying career in order to began writing about food. He explained that he struggled with his love life because of his looks, therefore finding food as his only love...to the point where he became possessive over it. As a result, he [wanted to take someone out of their misery for disagreeing with his enthusiasm and craving for a particular dish or restaurant]. If a dish does not meet his standards, the blogger added that he will advise a restaurant that [he did not leave a $400k paying career to have "bad food"]. Hmmm. Just like Bourdain, I had one question, "why was this food blogger so angry?" Isn't eating a peaceful and submissive act? Why couldn't a hug from some lovely "comfort food" cure this blogger's heated demeanor? Is this what food blogging's about?

I thought that food bloggers like myself write about food because of the millions of flavors, textures, aroma, memories, joy, satisfaction and togetherness it brings to those who endulge in it. I love to taste and experiment with eating and cooking foods, purhaps creating or re-creating recipes. That's where my strength and joy is found! If one does not agree with me about my tastes, that's ok- we can part ways in peace... Then I'd just go to the kitchen, Odee will ask me, "what's on the menu tonight?" and I'd throw together somethin' like a "Melt-In-Your-Mouth" London Broil. Anthony Bourdain,and all of you happy food bloggers out there, try this recipe out for size...



MELT-IN-YOUR-MOUTH LONDON BROIL

2 lbs London broil beef

For Dry Rub:

1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 brown sugar

For Marinade:

1/3 cup ketchup- or- 1/8 cup tomato paste w/ 2 tablespoon water
2 tablespoon Hoisin Sauce-or- Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoon soy sauce
1 inch ginger, grated
1 tablespoon onion, grated
1 tablespoon garlic, minced

Repeatedly score meat, not all the way through, making a criss cross pattern. Rub meat with dry rub. Mix marinade ingredients in a large storage bag, then add meat. Refrigerate over night. Throw meat on the grill –or- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. In a large pan, over medium-high heat, sear meat until nicely browned, approx 4 minutes each side. Place meat in a baking dish, cover and place in oven.Allow to bake for 35 minutes or to your liking- rare, medium or well-done. Allow to sit for 5 minutes. * Recommendation: Sautee onions, peppers and mushrooms and serve with roasted potatoes, green beans and texas toast.


TODAY'S TIP: Unsweetened apple sauce with graham crackers is a yummy, healthy snack. Adding a little low fat whipped cream will top it off!