Julian's Hard Cider

We just sold out of Bootlegger's Golden Chaos, but we'll get more Monday. In the meantime, check out Julian's Hard Cider. This cider is "American to the core". 

Why is Julian Hard Cider the choice of true cider lovers? They have only one ingredient… the freshest apples in the world! Their cider is lightly carbonated with tartness, acidity and a clean dry finish, enabling it to stand firmly on its own or compliment your favorite meal.

This cider can be found at El Toro Meats, so please be sure to come in & check it out.

Bootlegger's Golden Chaos

Looking for a new craft beer to try this weekend? Check out Bootlegger's Golden Chaos.

Named after its golden color and effervescence, the complex yet smooth taste of Golden Chaos lives up to its name! Golden Chaos is a Belgian style Golden Ale made from fresh imported German and English hops and brewed using the finest American rock candy, giving this fine ale a fruity aroma and taste that leads to a pleasingly dry finish. The subtle notes of plum, apricot, and pear achieve a perfect balance of fruitiness and spiciness.

This beer is difficult to find, but you can get it here at El Toro Gourmet Meats. Have a wonderful President's Weekend!

Grilling this weekend? We are giving away 2lbs Stack Flash Frozen Ground Chuck Patties (1/4 or 1/3 lb) with minimum $40 purchase. Expires 2/29/12

Deschutes: The Stoic

The weekend is almost here! Looking for a new Belgium craft beer to start off your weekend? Check out Deschutes "The Stoic". Four nuanced fermentations. Aged, sequestered, in select rye whiskey & wine casks. It goes great with seared scallops, braised pork belly, and even pastry puffs.



This beer is very difficult to find, but you can come in and purchase it at El Toro Gourmet Meats.

 

Romantic Valentine's Day Dinner Recipe: Cedar Plank Salmon

 

 via allrecipes.com

Ingredients

• 3 (12 inch) untreated cedar planks
• 1/3 cup vegetable oil
• 1 1/2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger root
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 2 (2 pound) salmon fillets, skin removed

Directions

1. Soak the cedar planks for at least 1 hour in warm water. Soak longer if you have time.
2. In a shallow dish, stir together the vegetable oil, rice vinegar, sesame oil, soy sauce, green onions, ginger, and garlic. Place the salmon fillets in the marinade and turn to coat. Cover and marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to one hour.
3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat. Place the planks on the grate. The boards are ready when they start to smoke and crackle just a little.
4. Place the salmon fillets onto the planks and discard the marinade. Cover, and grill for about 20 minutes. Fish is done when you can flake it with a fork. It will continue to cook after you remove it from the grill.

Honey Chicken Kabobs

Recipe source: allrecipes.com

Original Recipe Yield 12 servings

 Ingredients

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 8 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch cubes
• 2 cloves garlic
• 5 small onions, cut into 2 inch pieces
• 2 red bell peppers, cut into 2 inch pieces
• skewers

Directions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together oil, honey, soy sauce, and pepper. Before adding chicken, reserve a small amount of marinade to brush onto kabobs while cooking. Place the chicken, garlic, onions and peppers in the bowl, and marinate in the refrigerator at least 2 hours (the longer the better).
2. Preheat the grill for high heat.
3. Drain marinade from the chicken and vegetables, and discard marinade. Thread chicken and vegetables alternately onto the skewers.
4. Lightly oil the grill grate. Place the skewers on the grill. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until chicken juices run clear. Turn and brush with reserved marinade

Recipe of the Week: Simple BBQ Ribs

via allrecipes.com

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 pounds country style pork ribs


• 1 tablespoon garlic powder


• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper


• 2 tablespoons salt


• 1 cup barbeque sauce

Directions

1. Place ribs in a large pot with enough water to cover. Season with garlic powder, black pepper and salt. Bring water to a boil, and cook ribs until tender.


2. Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).


3. Remove ribs from pot, and place them in a 9x13 inch baking dish. Pour barbeque sauce over ribs. Cover dish with aluminum foil, and bake in the preheated oven for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until internal temperature of pork has reached 160 degrees F (70 degrees C).

source: http://allrecipes.com/recipe/simple-bbq-ribs/