Wednesday, February 28, 2007

Low Down Lenten Blues

I love Big Macs and Prime Rib rare
I’d even try wolf meat fresh from the lair
Brats and SPAM make my life complete
There aint nothin’ in this world that can beat my meat
Oh Yeah…

Well, Ash Wednesday come and God said to me
Matty-Boy if ya want your soul set free
Get some beans, some salad, and maize
‘Cause you are going meatless for forty-six days

No Beef, No Chicken, No Meaty Ragu
No Veal Parmigiana, and no more moos
I’ve got the meat DTs from my head to my shoes
I’ve got those
Pass the bleu cheese for my salad…Lenten Blues.

My soul is a quakin’ as my teeth do gnash
I’m achin’ for some bacon, and some corned beef hash
Bland Veggie Soup fills my belly
But what I really wanna do is devour a deli

Well when the clock strikes noon on Easter Day
I’m gonna hop in my car and drive away
To Outback steakhouse and place my selection
And eat a juicy ribeye after the Resurrection
But ‘til then…

No Beef, No Chicken, No Meaty Ragu
No Veal Parmigiana, and no more moos
I’ve got the meat DTs from my head to my shoes
I’ve got those
Pass the bleu cheese for my salad…Lenten Blues.

NOTE: I have been told that a dear friend to many including myself, Desert Songbird, is in the hospital. If you get a chance click HERE to go and send her your prayers and best wishes. Thanks All.

23 comments:

Steven said...

UGGGGGG!!!

I think I'm gonna puke...

Steve~

Schmoop said...

WHAT? You no likey the ditty Stevie!?

Liz Hill said...

That picture is disgusting

The song is funny

What, no Lenten lentils?

Schmoop said...

I hate Lentils TB...

Unknown said...

Oh man... this was brilliant. I'm so glad I didn't give up meat. Although I could really go for some cookies and milk...

Schmoop said...

Be strong Allie. The Lord does not exist within the confines of a cookie or a greasy French Fry, but rather in the warm glow of child's smile or a freshly prepared bowl of Black Beans and Corn.

Yours in Christ,

Matt

jillie said...

That looks REALLY REALLY GROSS Matt! I don't I'm ready for lunch anymore...hahahaha!

PB & J anyday for me here..lol!

adav_11 said...

I can't take this anymore. Here ya go...

portobello mushroom burgers


1. 4 portobello mushroom caps
2. 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3. 2 tablespoons olive oil
4. 1 teaspoon dried basil
5. 1 teaspoon dried oregano
6. 1 tablespoon minced garlic
7. salt and pepper to taste
8. 4 (1 ounce) slices provolone cheese
Nutrition Info
2. Cooking Directions
1.Place the mushroom caps, smooth side up, in a shallow dish. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, oil, basil, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour over the mushrooms. Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes or so, turning twice.
2. Preheat grill for medium-high heat.
3. Brush grate with oil. Place mushrooms on the grill, reserving marinade for basting. Grill for 5 to 8 minutes on each side, or until tender. Brush with marinade frequently. Top with cheese during the last 2 minutes of grilling.
Yield: 4 servings
3. Still Hungry?
The steak of veggie burgers. Serve on a bun with lettuce, tomato, and aioli sauce. Oh yeah!

Odat said...

I feel you pain....(ya know, no monkey?)
Peace

Tiggerlane said...

You are definitely not drinking enough. You MUST numb the pain! (Sorry I've been absent lately - I'll try to do better!)

Schmoop said...

Of course it looks gross Jillie that's how I keep myself from wanting meat. Mmmmmmm PB&J.

Thanks Adav...I will certainly make that before it's all over, sorry to have pushed you to your limits!! Cheers...

Odat: Just think of it as penance for diddling Gandhi.

Ah Tigger, you are my hero. That's the best advice I have had all day. And your absence has been eased by the clevage shots on your Blog ; )

Laura said...

Great blues song, Matt-Man!

I just had a bowl of butternut squash soup mixed with creamy tomato (cause I only had a little bit of squash left) and I must say, it was very yummy. Of course, I don't know if I'd say that after a week of no meat.

Schmoop said...

Thanks Laura...Oh it's okay tomorrow night will be a ginormous baked spud with chives, sour cream, and buttah. And the truth be known, I could live on soup...Cheers!!

Unknown said...

Thanks for reminding me why I gave up being a vegetarian in 2000 =)

Although I have to confess I´d abandon meat for a month just to hear you singing this touching Blues *LOL*

y.Wendy.y said...

What the feck is that picture of? It looks like a cheezy placenta. Aaagh!

tkkerouac said...

yummy
I want to smash that bottle
thanks for stopping by
I'm hairless now.

Liz Hill said...

LOLO frickin' L at Wendz---OMG that's IT!!!

Just had to drop back by to let you know about the very rare flat iron steak I just devoured. Matty--they cooked it perfectly-you know--that nice sear on the outside MMMMMMMMMMMMMM

It was dee--lish

A little blood ran down my chin at one point ;-)

Cheesy said...

Matt~~ ty ty for the songbird heads up/// poor thing....

you amaze me daily with your witticisms lol

Is that veal parmigiana? Gawd I think I just gained a pound... chit

Vinny "Bond" Marini said...

MATT-MAN.... Brilliant blues song... Put it to music dude...

And let your feelings flow...

Eyezaku said...

All this talk of meat... I'm so hungry now. I think I'll get me some Kobe beef tonight (this is not some kind of perverted reference to Kobe Bryant!)

RW said...

Dammit dammit dammit I always get to read either your first editon and get a comment in there or your second when I am running out the door to work I hate second shift...but any way all good stuff Matt

Lizza said...

I think I'm going to barf because of the picture.

Or maybe because I'm laughing too hard at the song lyrics.

I wish Easter comes soon, to put you out of your misery. *off she goes to eat a juicy burger*

Schmoop said...

Sanni: I am glad you came back to the dark side. Meat is your friend.

Wendz: I think you described it perfectly, but I'd still eat it if it wasnt Lent.

TK: I am so glad to hear that your defolliclelation went well. Cheers!!

TB: Why do I find the thought of blood running down your chin arousing?

Cheesy: Thanks. And yes it is Veal-P. And you cant make it without Cheese.

Bond: I will do that as I drink some Rose, because as the Rose flows, so do my feelings.

Eyechan: Would that be a Laker Steak?

Roger: C'mon dude, try to keep up...

Lizza: I prefer frightened chickens ; )