Beef Brisket Tacos


Updated 03/22/11 12:50 PM · Posted by · 13 comments

Beef Brisket Tacos Picture

We're not the only ones who are huge fans of the food blog Homesick Texan, so is OnSugar blogger FreshTart. Here, she tries out the Texan's recipe for Dallas-style beef brisket tacos. I took this picture after...6 pm!  That is so outstanding I can barely contain myself.  It's been a long, dark winter in Minnesota and while it's still cold as hell, with a thick blanket of dirty snow covering Read more

Would You Eat This Pork, Beef, and Bratwurst Sandwich?


Updated 09/04/08 7:56 AM · Posted by YumSugar · 35 comments

Would You Eat This Pork, Beef, and Bratwurst Sandwich?

At a recent outdoor festival, a friend of mine ordered this sandwich, called the "Gutbuster," from a barbecue stand. The soft bun was piled with three kinds of meat — beef brisket, pulled pork, and beer-braised bratwurst — and topped with spicy sauce. Though it looks kinda gross, I have to admit that it was full of delicious flavor. Would you dare to bust your gut with this monstrosity? Read more

What's the Difference Between Corned Beef and Pastrami?


Updated 03/22/12 11:24 AM · Posted by · 7 comments

Corned Beef and Pastrami Difference

After I made corned beef this past week, I realized that I knew absolutely nothing about it, other than the fact that it's absolutely delicious. What, exactly, makes it different from that other deli favorite, pastrami? Corned beef and pastrami are both beef cuts that have been cured and cooked. But that's where the similarity ends. Although brisket is commonly used for both, corned beef can also Read more

Sugar Shout Out: Which Glee Couples Are You Rooting For?


Updated 03/22/11 11:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Sugar Shout Out: Which Glee Couples Are You Rooting For?

Past, future, and present — which Glee couples do you love? Make your own beef brisket tacos See the entire Matthew Williamson for Macy's collection! Sneak peek: West Elm's new kitchen line Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen get playful with pajamas, stilts, and wine for Vogue! 5 stars with iffy beauty habits Tried and tested postbreakup reading list PopSugar City Chicago: 5 must-try hot dog hot Read more

From Banh Mi to Banh Xeo: An Abbreviated Vietnamese Food Guide


Updated 08/15/11 9:32 AM · Posted by · 3 comments

Vietnamese Food Glossary

Although I'm not Vietnamese, I grew up eating at plenty of the Vietnamese restaurants that surrounded my Houston neighborhood. But more than 20 years later, I have a confession: even for me, those menus — with their complicated spellings and manifold accent marks — can be pretty darn confusing! But regardless of your familiarity with ethnic foods, absolutely don't let the foreign-looking Read more

10 Barbecue Sides Worth the Spotlight


Updated 07/26/11 4:10 AM · Posted by · 0 comments

Barbecue Side Dishes

Items like St. Louis ribs, beef brisket, or grilled sausage may technically be the stars of a classic barbecue, but finding the right food elements to serve on the side are just as important. After all, nothing complements a pulled pork sandwich like a side of cabbage slaw! This Summer, we've got a few ideas — some tried-and-true, others a bit more contemporary — to set you off on the right Read more

What to Do With Leftover Grilled Meat


Updated 07/10/11 8:23 PM · Posted by · 2 comments

How to Use Leftover Grilled Meat

After a holiday weekend of grilling, chances are, you've got some leftovers in the fridge. Brisket, ribs, sausages, and steak aren't exactly ideal leftovers. Reheating them can dry the meat out, or worse, make it chewy and inedible. However, don't discard the beef or pork. With a little creativity, you can transform it into a delicious new dish. Here are some suggestions: Shred or finely chop Read more

What's the Difference Between Corned Beef and Pastrami?


Updated 03/21/12 10:27 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

What's the Difference Between Corned Beef and Pastrami?

After I made corned beef this past week, I realized that I knew absolutely nothing about it, other than the fact that it's absolutely delicious. What, exactly, makes it different from that other deli favorite, pastrami? Corned beef and pastrami are both beef cuts that have been cured and cooked. But that's where the similarity ends. Although brisket is commonly used for both, corned beef can Read more

What's the Difference Between Corned Beef and Pastrami?


Updated 03/21/12 10:31 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

What's the Difference Between Corned Beef and Pastrami?

After I made corned beef this past week, I realized that I knew absolutely nothing about it, other than the fact that it's absolutely delicious. What, exactly, makes it different from that other deli favorite, pastrami? Corned beef and pastrami are both beef cuts that have been cured and cooked. But that's where the similarity ends. Although brisket is commonly used for both, corned beef can also Read more

What's the Difference Between Corned Beef and Pastrami?


Updated 03/21/12 10:37 AM · Posted by · 5 comments

What's the Difference Between Corned Beef and Pastrami?

After I made corned beef this past week, I realized that I knew absolutely nothing about it, other than the fact that it's absolutely delicious. What, exactly, makes it different from that other deli favorite, pastrami? Corned beef and pastrami are both beef cuts that have been cured and cooked. But that's where the similarity ends. Although brisket is commonly used for both, corned beef can also Read more