The Steelers Win the Super Bowl

Boy what a game! I'm still waiting for Ben to really show up, but the D played a good game and held when it had to, Antwaan Randel El did what the great playmakers do -- made a big play, and Hines deserves the MVP award even if he had a couple uncharacteristic drops.

Jerome Bettis, you've given Pittsburgh ten great seasons. It's been a pleasure watching you punish defenses and I look forward to seeing you pound your way into the Hall of Fame as well.

Now to all things culinary. Since there were just four of us (I can't watch big games like this with big groups of non-believers) I stuck with making my own rendition of Roethlisburgers that I made a bit more healthy by using ground turkey and fresh chicken sausage from Wild By Nature. Delicious and at least a little more guilt-free than the originals. We also had pierogies sauteed with butter and caramelized onions....and a lot if I.C. Light beer.

I'm also happy to report that, with the big win, the Steelers won me this bottle of wine from the Culinary Fool. Unfortunately, her post (and the congratulatory email she sent me) were so gracious that I just can't bring myself to talk the post-game trash that I had planned...damn you Brenda.

As she mentions in her post, I certainly will enjoy and appreciate this bottle.

All in all, a tremendous season and a memorable Super Bowl win. I was four years old for the last one, so I'm glad to have one that I'll remember for the rest of my life.

Now that we've won one for the thumb, let's start on the other hand next year.

I'd also like to take a moment to thank my lovingly tolerant wife for putting up with my psychotic Steelers-related behavior over the last forever. Thanks for not having me sent away...

            

Comments

[MIL]

CONGRATULATIONS!!!!! I hope you were able to get the NEW MONSTER TV off the floor before the game!!! Enjoy the victory!
(and I won 50 bucks!)
MIL :)

[Culinary Fool]

Oh come on - I certainly don't want to spoil your fun... Hit me when I'm down. I know I'm a *girl* but I can handle it! Give me your best shot! ;-)

~ B

[Crystal]

I agree, better to watch the game with a small group of true fans..... even though there are about 4 sports bars here in Jacksonville that are dedicated as Steeler fan hangouts.

As I donned my celebratory black suit and yellow blouse coming into the office this morning, I was greeted by the woman from North Hills who works in my building (who was wearing her Pgh jersey) with a very gregarious "How 'bout them Stillers!!!!"

Way to go Pittsburgh!!! Makes me want to back home for the celebration!!

[Jathan]

Congrats man! (To bad the refs where all paid off though, there were some terrible calls.)

Anyway, I made the Polish Sausage Chips with Sweet Chili Dipping Sauce and everyone raved about them, thanks for making me look good.

[Jennifer]

Lenn,

I've got to admit--I don't understand football. I've only watched bits and pieces of a game. Super Bowl Sunday is another day for me. BUT. I watched the end of the game to see if the Steelers won because I knew it would make your day. Congratulations!

[jens at cincinnati wine warehouse]

Lenn,

Congratulations! I look forward to next year when the Steelers and Bengals meet. I watched the game in Chicago at a bar where the fans were evenly split between the Seahawks and the Steelers. It's always great to wine with your B- game. Take away two big plays and it's a different game.