More Superbowl Snacks

Mini Marinated Beef Skewers

1 beef top round steak about 1 pound
2 Tablespoon soy sauce
1 Tablespoon dry sherry
1 Teaspoon dark sesame oil
2 Cloves garlic,minced

Cut beef crosswise into 18 (1/8inch thick) slices.  Place in large resealable food storage bag.  Combine soy sauce, sherry, oil, and garlic in cup; pour over beef.  Seal bag; turn to coat.  Marinate in refrigerator at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours.
Preheat broiler.  Soak 18 (6inch) wooden skewers in water 20 minutes.  Drain beef; discard marinade.  Weave beef according style onto skewers.  Place on rack of broiler pan.
Broil 4 to 5 inches from heat 2 minutes.  Turn skewers over; broil 2 more minutes more or until beef is barely pink.  Garnish with cherry tomatoes and serve on lettuce lined platter.

Throw Together Short Ribs

1/3 Cup water
1/4 Cup tomato paste
3 Tablespoons brown sugar
1 Tablespoon prepared mustard
2 Teaspoon seasoned salt
2 Teaspoon cider vinegar
1 Teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1 Teaspoon beef bouillon granules
2 Pounds beef short ribs
1 Small tomato, chopped
1 Small onion, chopped
1 Tablespoon cornstarch
1 Tablespoon cold water

In a 3 quart slow cooker, combine the first 8 ingredients.  Add the ribs tomato and onions.  Cover and cook on low for 4-5 hours or until meat is tender.
In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and cold water until smooth; gradually stir into cooking juices.  Cover and cook for 10-15 minutes or until thickened.