Went to the local farmers market yesterday and picked up some summer treats. I love heirloom tomatoes, and they are in by the thousands around here, grabbed some of the seasons last peaches and had a lucky find of bourbon barrel smoking wood chunks. I was pretty pleased with my purchases. These Bourbon Barrel Chunks are the real deal, not that Jack Daniels Bull Shtuff. Each piece is fist size.The aroma evolving from these chunks, was spectacular. I decided to roast a tenderloin with them, only using two chunks, which turned out to be about right on the money for last night’s cook. The meal last night consisted of the tenderloin, with an evoo base prior to adding the rub I typically use for beef, a power salad, Mac and cheese (because we can) the prosciutto wrapped, cream and blue cheese stuffed peaches wit a warm smoked honey and sriracha drizzle. So super easy to do, and off the freaking charts delicious. We served both a White Pinot Noir, and followed with a Pinot Noir Rosé. Afterwards, we served up My Beautiful Wife’s Key Lime Pie. We had some friends over, and the evening was spectacular. It is just hard to beat great friends, a great meal, and outstanding wine. Sorry for the poor photography, but given the events of the evening, I felt kind of lucky to be able to capture any images at all. Last pic is about midway through the meal of a very messy eater, me. The bread was fresh baked black pepper, and pink Himalayan salt drizzled with olive oil and crusted with Parmigiana, Asiago and Romano. Thank you for looking hope the rest of your day is outstanding.
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