The Thrilla from the Grilla

In my life I've done many things and been through many experiences. But today was a very special one. I did something today that I have never done alone. I grilled (or tried to) a steak. Yes I know that it is quite astonishing that a 31 year old man has never used a barbeque grill and there are really no good excuses for that. To the world of manliness I apologize.

A few months back we bought a nice grill and Alex showed me how to use it. I was all excited about grilling and then the winter set in and the grill went to the shed. With the 80+ degree weather we've been having I decided to bring it out and start the season off right.

I lit the grill (successfully!) and put the two steaks on and we were in business. I let them sit on high for about 10 minutes or so, flipping them a few times. After 10 minutes they seemed to be done. I put the steaks on the top rack of the grill and set one burner on low to keep them warm. The other items were making took a little bit longer than expected but I figured the steaks would be fine.

Boy was I wrong, after 10 more minutes they turned from medium to well done to beef jerky. They were definitely a little tough to eat but I finished the work I began and ate them like a champ. Needless to say I'm feeling pretty good right now. I wish I could have those steaks back but alas lesson learned. To the world of manliness...redemption will be mine!