Texas Toast

The ESPN announcers were all going with Dallas. Even Coach Ditka had harsh words for the offense but, at the end of a cold night, da Bears were back in first place tied with the Lions. So what happened? McCown happened: 4 touchdowns and over 300 yards. Jeffries happened to catch an  Amazing catch in the end zone for a touchdown. And the player passed over by Dallas in the draft - Matt Forte - took the field with bare arms and incredible talent. Yep, da Bears happened and it was great.

Coach Ditka's number was retired at half time. It was good to see him standing on Soldier Field again, being applauded and rooting for his Bears. Congratulations Coach!

What did you cook for Mike Ditka Day and this delicious 45-28 victory? I focused on the basics and chose a nice Ribeye and looked to Michigan for a bit of seasoning. Saugatuck Michigan boasts a quaint and bustling tourist town and a lovely lakeshore. They also are home to the Spice Merchants. My Texan stomping Ribeye was rubbed with Coffee BBQ spices, Saugatuck Steak Rub, Porcini Sea Salt, Porcini Powder, fresh ground Black Pepper and Garlic Powder. It was allowed a good time out to get to room temperature and then grilled. If you don't have an indoor electric grill, I highly recommend it. You may want it for the Playoffs.