Guest: How A New Tradition Got Started, The Results And Recipes

Please meet Crystal from CRYSTAL’S PHOTO-BLOGGING SITE and WELCOME TO CRYSTAL’S SITE(ORIGINALLY COUNTRY LIVING)


Introduction: Hello Readers,  let me introduce myself. My name is Crystal Stewart and I was blessed and feel honored to be a guest writer on The Recipe Hunter. I want to thank The Recipe Hunter for letting me share my experiences, traditions and a recipe or two. I have 2 websites. My site links are CRYSTAL’S PHOTO-BLOGGING SITE and WELCOME TO CRYSTAL’S SITE(ORIGINALLY COUNTRY LIVING)
My Experiences With Omaha Steaks:
Let’s start with my experiences with Omaha Steaks. My Family and I tried some food from Omaha Steaks and we were not only pleasantly surprised but impressed how good the food was. We liked Omaha Steaks food so much we continued to get their food every-now- and-then since it was so good. There sales representatives are helpful and understanding and the shipping department is good too. We usually get our food either 1 day early or just right on time. Of course everything depends on what the weather is: 
A Little About Omaha Steaks:
A few years ago, my family and I decided to try a food place and see what it is like. As it turns out the food from Omaha Steaks was very good. Don’t let the name fool you because they have a lot more food other than different kinds of steaks. In fact, Omaha Steaks has everything from chocolates to steak. Also they have Pet Treats, wine and gift baskets too. Their packages our good and they have some packages that you can buy and a certain amount will go to charity. Another thing that Omaha Steaks has and that I really like is that you can sign up for their rewards program. When you sign up for their rewards program, you can earn points every time you buy from them and there are other ways to earn points too. You see the points you earn is for free food. I am a member and I can’t tell you how much money I saved with my points. I just love it.
How A Tradition Was Started:
I was Christmas shopping for my sisters and a few years ago and was at a loss what to get them. So I went to mom to get some ideas from her and see what she had to say. It was then we remembered that we had ordered from Omaha Steaks different times at our house and their food was absolutely delicious. It was then I decided to get each of my sisters a Omaha Steaks package and start my own Sisterly tradition.
Results:
After my sisters received their food from Omaha Steaks, I got told that it was the best present I could have got them. They wanted it every year. My first tradition that I started as a sister and it was a success. Now I not only buy Omaha Steaks for Christmas but sometimes for their anniversaries. They just love that. Omaha Steaks customer service is excellent.
Tailgating Season is here and I thought I would provide a couple of tailgating recipes that you can make up if you want.
Tailgating Recipe # 1 – Mesquite Grilled Barbeque Chicken Wings:

PREP TIME: 10 MIN
COOK TIME: 30 MIN
SERVES: 3 TO 4
Nutrition Facts:
CALORIES – 470
TOTAL FAT –  26g
SATURATED FAT –  7g
CHOLESTEROL –  90mg
SODIUM – 1810 mg
CARBOHYDRATES – 28g
FIBER – 2g
PROTEIN – 30g
INGREDIENTS:
1 lb. chicken wings
3 Tbsp. barbeque spice blend (see below)
1 cup barbeque sauce
1/2 cup ranch dressing
BARBEQUE SPICE:
2 Tbsp. sea salt
1 Tbsp. black pepper
1 Tbsp. dried oregeno
1 Tbsp. chile powder
2 Tbsp. paprika
1/2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp. white pepper
1 Tbsp. granulated garlic
PREPARATION:
Toss chicken wings with barbeque spice blend until well coated.
Grill wings indirectly over mesquite charcoal, covered. It is important to make sure the coals are not to hot and not too cold. You want the wings to cook slowly and take in as much smoke as possible. This will take 25 to 30 minutes.
Immediately toss wings with the barbeque sauce and serve with ranch dressing for dipping.
Recommended Items:
 1 (6 in.) New York Cheesecake, (15 oz.) – Item #427WZB.

Chehalem 3 Vineyard Pinot Noir – Item #6025WZB.

Landmark Overlook Chardonnay – Item #6033WZB.

*Please Note Wine Prices include Shipping*
TAILGATING RECIPE # 2 – Smoked Brisket Nachos:

PREP TIME: 25 MIN
COOK TIME: 5 MIN
SERVES: 2 – 4
Nutrition Facts:
Calories – 380
Total Fat – 25g
Saturated Fat – 10g
Cholesterol – 70mg
Sodium – 400mg
Carbohydrates – 17g
Fiber – 2g
Protein – 20g
INGREDIENTS:
2 Cups Corn Tortilla Chips – Thick Cut
6 oz. Omaha Steaks Smoked Brisket
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1/2 cup Grated Jack Cheese
1/2 cup Grated Cheddar Cheese
2 Tbsp.  Pico De Gallo
1/4 cup Shredded Lettuce
On The Side:
1/4 cup Pico De Gallo
1/4 cup Guacamole
1/4 cup Sour Cream
PICO DE GALLO (makes 1 – 1/4 cup):
3/4 cup Roma Tomato (1/4″ Dice)
3 Tbsp. White Onion (1/4″ Dice)
1 Tbsp. Cilantro (Chopped very fine)
1 tsp. Jalapenos (Minced very fine with the seeds)
1 tsp. Lime Juice (Fresh Squeezed)
1/2 tsp. Sea Salt
GUACAMOLE:
2 Avocados, medium (Peeled, seeded and 1/2″ chop)
1 Tbsp. Lime Juice, fresh
1/4 cup Pico De Gallo
1 tsp. Garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. Olive Oil
1/2 tsp. Jalapeno, minced
1/2 tsp. Sea Salt
DIRECTIONS:
Pico de Gallo:
Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well.
Guacamole:
Combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well.
Before Serving:
Preheat oven broiler.
Cut the Omaha Steaks Smoked Brisket into 1/2 cubes.
Spread the corn tortilla chips in a baking dish.
Sprinkle with the grated cheese then top with the smoked brisket.
Place under oven broiler until cheese has melted.
Sprinkle with 2 Tbsp. Pico de Gallo and 2 Tbsp. shredded lettuce.
Serve with Guacamole, Sour Cream and Pico de Gallo on the side.
Recommended Items(s):
1 (2.75 lbs.) Smoked Beef Brisket – Item #2766RWA.
1 (12 lbs.) Whole Beef Brisket – Item #2644RWA.
TAILGATING RECIPE # 3 – BARBEQUE CHICKEN PIZZA:
PREP TIME: 10 MIN
COOK TIME: 20 MIN
SERVES: 4
Nutrition Facts:
Calories – 460
Total Fat – 22g
Saturated Fat – 12g
Cholesterol – 105g
Sodium – 1280g
Carbohydrates – 56g
Fiber – 1g
Protein – 35g
INGREDIENTS:
16 oz. Omaha Steaks Smoky ‘n Sweet Pulled Chicken
4 individual prebaked pizza crusts (7 – inch diameter)
1 large red onion quartered and sliced
2 cups grated Mozzarella cheese
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
PREPARATION:
Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Place pizza crusts on ungreased large baking sheet. Spoon shredded barbeque chicken evenly onto crusts. Top evenly with sliced red onion and cheese.
Bake in 400 degrees F oven 15 to 20 minutes or until topping is hot and bubbly. Cut each pizza into 4 wedges.
RECOMMENDED ITEMS:
2 (16 oz.) Smoky ‘n Sweet Pulled Chicken – Item #2327WZB.
1 (6 in.) New York Cheesecake (15 oz.) – Item #427WZB.
Chehalem 3 Vineyard Pinot Noir – Item #6025WZB.
Landmark Overlook Chardonnay – Item #6033WZB.
*Please Note All Wine Prices Include Shipping*
Omaha Steaks Links:
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Omaha Steaks – Official Site
*Disclosure*
I didn’t receive any Omaha Steaks food for this blog. Any Omaha Steaks food I received was bought by my family or myself.