Norman Paperman wrote:
> "Phil-c" <invalid@invalid> wrote in message
> ...
>> koko wrote:
>>> Michael's flank steak thread popped into my head when I saw a flank
>>> steak at TJ's today so I had to get one. I sprinkled it lightly with some
>>> powdered chili, then rubbed it with
>>> some garlic that I ran through the microplane. I put it in a plastic
>>> bag with some olive oil and let marinade for about an hour.
>>> http://i39.tinypic.com/zw1fdl.jpg
>>>
>>> While the steak was marinating I tossed some asparagus with olive oil
>>> and salt and pepper and cooked them on the grill.
>>> http://i44.tinypic.com/2ecqlg6.jpg
>>>
>>> When the asparagus was done the steak went on the grill. This is Stan's
>>> trusty Hibachi he's had since the '70's. I used half
>>> charcoal and half mesquite. http://i39.tinypic.com/1f8dhy.jpg
>>>
>>> Mmm looking good. Then rested before slicing.
>>> http://i44.tinypic.com/svkrrp.jpg
>>>
>>> Dinner is served. http://i39.tinypic.com/2f06pfd.jpg
>>>
>>> koko
>>> --
>>>
>>> There is no love more sincere than the love of food
>>> George Bernard Shaw
>>> www.kokoscorner.typepad.com
>>> updated 07/05
>> Koko you mentioned Mesquite
>>
>> How much are you US folks paying retail for it and what package sizes
>> does it sell in ?
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> Mesquite is a weed that grows wild in Texas. They give it away.

Yes I was informed that it is sold in hardware shops and BBQ and retail
stores.
We certainly know its a weed here as since it was introduced it has
buggered up vast areas of the state and cost millions to control

But makes great BBQ fuel all the same
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