Steak, Tomato and Zucchini Kebobs- March 4, 2010

While we were in Texas we had some okra and it was so delicious that I was dying to try it again. Of course it is hard to find up here even in the summer, so needless to say I ended up substituting it. I had some tenderloin tips frozen from our last whole-tenderloin purchase. I marinated them overnight according to the recipe and served the kebabs with an Italian couscous mixed with onions, pepper & parsley.

Spice-Rubbed Tenderloin with Grilled Poblano & Okra- February 27, 2010

One of my favorite things to do while in Texas is go to the grocery store. I love the subtle cultural differences and the fact that they have a much larger variety of produce than anywhere around us at home in the winter. My husband cooked tonight and as usual the filets were cut and prepared perfectly. We got a whole tenderloin at Costco, which we do often as you can cut the steaks yourself and you get more for your money. The okra was out of this world- something we so rarely find fresh at home.

Filet Mignon- Sunday, February 14, 2010

Another Valentine's dinner...
Bacon Wrapped Filet Mignon
Heart Shaped Goat Cheese (from French Memories in Duxbury)
Assorted Pastries (from French Memories as well)
2005 Castello Vicchiomaggio Ripa Delle More Toscana
We typically buy a whole tenderloin and my husband trims it himself. I'm very spoiled this way as he cuts & trims the filet perfectly. He cooks this- not me. I don't like to cook meats when I have to worry about overcooking.