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Sometimes good gravy is found in very unlikely places. Had to go to Bakersfield for work on Friday, and a Yelp tip lead me to The Barn at Match Point Grill. I wondered if I was in the right place when I arrived at a janky-assed snack shop looking restaurant at an equally janky Tennis club in downtown Bakersfield. Much to my delight and surprise, the biscuits and gravy were super solid, despite their uninspiring appearance. The biscuits even had a bit of garlic in them. Well done, Bakersfield.

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Also forgot to ask you...

Are those by chance SRF (Snake River Farms)? They carry their meats and SRF is arguably the best source for quality cuts (can order direct online as well).

How are you going to prepare/serve them?

It doesn't say, but could be.

I'll go minimalist, as always. A little seasoned salt, a little garlic pepper, and on the grill over mesquite lump.
 
I’m still confused at all the brussel sprout hate.. always heard they were gross growing up so never tried them but they are one of my favorite sides now. Maybe a preparation difference?

I think so too. It really helps how you cook them. I freakin love them now. Either roast in the Traeger or in the cast iron on the stove. Almost to the super brown/burnt looking. Toss them in olive oil to start and then salt/pepper and lately I've been using Meat Church Holy Cow on them. Then finish off with some parmesan cheese and melt. Can also just go super simple and a little vinegar. Healthy and tasty.
 
Plus you get some iron nutrients in your food. :thumbsup:

I prefer a kamado ceramic cooker that takes lump charcoal over a pellet pooper that has electronics (that tend to crap out) but I have had some good food off of those pellet poopers.

I just love the pellet for the simplicity. I've done pretty much anything, but being able to get good results with very little tending makes it a winner. Can run a brisket all day while out with the kids. I have so many other things going on right now, I love getting good food with the minimal setup and tending.
 
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