For Father's Day I splurged and got a Wagyu Beef Tri-Tip to put on the grill. Jungle Jim's was selling them for $13.99/lb which wasn't a horrible price, but still more that I would normally spend on any cut of beef.
Even though the beef had fat marbling throughout it, the cut looked very trim to me. It was missing the fat side of the cut and aside from that it didn't look much different than a normal Tri-Tip.
I seasoned the Wagyu just like a do a normal Tri-Tip with Pappy's seasoning and sea salt, and grilled it as usual. It basically grilled the same and I have to be honest, although it was tasty, I can't say that it was any better than the $5.99/lb regular Beef Tri-Tip. I'm glad we tried it but now we know Wagyu isn't better in this case.
Your crockpot can be your best friend during these hot summer days. Crockpot Meatloaf is a great way to enjoy this classic comfort food without heating up your kitchen.
INGREDIENTS
2 lbs ground beef
1 large yellow onion, finely minced
12 oz Italian style bread crumbs
1-1/2 cup whole milk
2 large eggs
1/4 cup BBQ sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Line crockpot with aluminum foil.
2. Combine ingredients and mix with your hands until just combined.
3. Shape into an oval like shape and place into the foil lined Crockpot. Top with 1/2 BBQ sauce, cover and cook on low for 6 hour or high for 3 hours. When done meat thermometer should read 160 degrees.
5. When finished cooking, carefully lift out the meatloaf, using the foil overhang and place on platter. Slice and serve!
