Just got around to this thread and what a hoot! Same situation steak-wise - Dad always said adding anything more than some salt, pepper, and garlic ruined a good thing! He still thinks it odd when we get out the A1 or I make a sauce - but at least he now allows the A1 in his fridge! If I saute mushrooms to go on top he counts them as a separate vegetable and not part of the steak dish itself. Stubborn man...

Does Paul share his recipes? I know I got a nummy brussel sprout dish from you R! Would love a new take on pecan pie!

Nancy, As others have said more eloquently - I'm so sorry for your loss.