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Baked Clams

Photo by ajay_suresh is marked with CC BY 2.0 Filled with succulent clams and aromatic ingredients, this baked clams recipe beautifully combines texture and flavor for a crowd-pleasing appetizer t...

Wet aged Vs Dry Aged Steak: What's the Difference?

Photo by Darren Ridgway licensed under CC BY 2.0 Many people ask us at Chicago Steak Company which of the wet-aged beef or the dry-aged beef tastes better when they order steaks. We answer, "yes!"...

What is the Reverse Sear Method, and Why is it Highly Liked?

Photo by Ernesto Andrade licensed under CC BY-ND 2.0 Steak is simple. You throw it on the barbeque or in the oven, flip it over half way through, and when it’s finally done cooking you cut into it...

Sweet Balsamic Steak Marinade Recipe

Photo by George N licensed under CC BY 2.0 Dig into your pantry, and you’ll find everything you need to make this quick and easy steak marinade that makes the incredible, well-marbled flat iron s...

What is Rib Cap Steak and How Can You Cook It?

Tasty is a subjective term in most cases, but it’s not likely that you won’t agree that ribcap steak is one of the tastiest cuts you’ll encounter. The cap of ribeye steak is primarily hailed as one...

3 Ways to Cook Clams

Photo by Kathleen Tyler Conklin is marked with CC BY 2.0 Clams are a deliciously delightful seafood that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. In this guide, we’ll review how to steam, grill, and b...

How to Cook a Frozen Steak (Without Thawing It)

Most cooks think freezing their steaks means having to thaw them before cooking. Not only are they wrong, they’re cooking drier, less-evenly cooked steaks. And, really, who can blame them? For yea...

Top Ten Los Angeles Steakhouses That Shouldn’t Be Missed

When you think about the Los Angeles dining scene, you may be inclined to focus on the acclaimed sushi houses in the financial district or innovative seafood and chicken dishes at one of the numero...

How Steak Gets its Color: And Why it Turns Gray

As any grocery store can tell you, the redder the steak, the faster it sells. One look at a meat counter, and it’s not hard to understand why. Our brains have been wired to connect that rosy-red ...

Porterhouse or Ribeye: The Great Steak Debate

If you’ve ever enjoyed a gourmet meal at a high-end steakhouse, you’ve probably noticed a wide variety of cuts available on the menu. From sirloin to filet, New York strip to prime rib, each cut...

All About the Hanger Steak: What is it and How Do You Cook It?

Photo by Ann Larie Valentine licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 Hanger steak is one of those that people don’t really know about or overlook as a good piece of steak all together. Unfortunately, they’re ...

How to Pan Fry Trout

Fast, easy, and delicious, pan-fried trout is a perfect weeknight meal option. All you need is fresh trout and a few pantry staples for a delicious dinner in minutes. To begin, gather the followin...