We debuted our new grill tonight for some grass-fed beef, and I have to tell you … delicious.

The grill was pretty groovy, too.  We decided to take a risk and purchase an infrared grill, and we’re pretty happy with our decision.  Incredible, even heat, easy set up and clean up.  And … it’s portable.  Wha?!? Super cool.

For dinner, we seasoned the beef with a garlic pepper rub (a favor from the wedding we attended in Boston in June) and made veggie cakes and mashed cauliflower (repeater, remember? :)).  Very satisfying after a long day that included, but was not limited to, Lucy and my four mile run (at an 8.42 min mile pace, according to Nike + … yeehaw!) a long and always surprising day at work, hot yoga and some errands.  By the time we sat down, whew!  I was ready!

Also, we’ve been able to leave the A/C off for the last few days and not melt away, which is blissful.  Real air.  Mmmmm.  (I get really nervous leaving Lucy alone if it seems there might be even the slightest possibility that she could get overheated, so our A/C has gotten a workout this year in ways it hasn’t in the past).

Tonight is MasterChef night, so I’m going to leave this short and sweet, a little snapshot of our day.  It’s down to the final five, and I love watching the dish creations and mystery box challenges.  With that, I bid you adieu until the morrow.