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Cookbook
479 Recipes
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SteakwithChipotleCheeseSauce
Devil'sSteakSauce
SteakAndOnions
RoundSteakandGravyII
CajunBeefPepperSteak
SteakandAlePiewithMushrooms
SirloinSteakDianne
MarinatedTunaSteak
PhillyCheeseSteak
Steaked-OutPitaPizzas
10
GingeredPepperSteak
11
Peppercorn-SeasonedSteakswithMustard-WineSauce
12
SuperSwissSteak
13
GrilledSteakSandwicheswithSteakSauceMayonnaiseand
14
SteakwithMarsalaSauce
15
SteakandKidneyPieI
16
MushroomPepperSteak
17
SteakChili
18
Whiskey-MarinatedSteak
19
BourbonStreetRib-EyeSteak
20
EasiestDeliciousRedWineSteakSauce
21
MarinatedHamSteaks
22
IrishWhiskeyFlatIronSteak
23
SteakTipMarinade
24
GrilledMexicanSteak
25
CreamyDillSalmonSteaks
26
XavierSteak
27
Squirrel'sGreatBeefSteak
28
FlatIronSteaksMarinatedinRedWine
29
Slow-CookedSwissSteak
30
SteakSoup
31
SteakandPotatoSalad
32
PepperSteakStir-Fry
33
PickleSteak
34
BeerCheesePhillySteakCasserole
35
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ApricotRoundSteak
36
SteakandLimaRice
37
GreatGarlicBeerSteaks
38
KingsFlatIronSteakSandwich
39
T-BoneSteakwithParmesan-DustedMushrooms
40
SteakswithCrabSauce
41
NoFunSteaks
42
MyMom'sSwissSteak
43
PhillyCheeseSteakPizza
44
Joel'sGuinnessSteak
45
California-ThaiFlankSteak
46
AsianFlankSteakStir-Fry
47
SteakMix-Up
48
Tortellini,Steak,andCaesar
49
Italian-StyleRoundSteak
50
CrispySalmonSteaks
51
Less-ButterSteakDiane
52
SteakswithChipotleSauce
53
SteakPie
54
SalisburySteak
55
SteakandSpinachSalad
56
PepperSteakwithSquash
57
Dad'sSimpleSteakMarinade
58
FlatIronSteakwithThreePepperRub
59
BeefSteaksWithBlueCheese
60
SteakandMushroomFlorentine
61
SteakMarinade
62
ScrumptiousSalisburySteakinMushroomGravy
63
AsianBarbequedSteak
64
TomatoSteakSandwiches
65
RoundSteakandGravyI
66
GrilledHoney-SoyPorkSteaks
67
ChickenFriedSteakwithCreamPorkSausageGravy
68
BarbecuedPorkSteaks
69
Bubba'sBarbequedSkirtSteak
70
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SwissSteakQuickandEasy
71
SteakBrunchallta
72
SalsaCubeSteaks
73
SpicyFlatIronSteakRub
74
ChipotleFlankSteakwithCreamyCilantroSauce
75
SteakStir-Fry
76
StuffedFlankSteak
77
CitrusTunaSteaks
78
SassySteakMarinadeandSauce
79
PepperSteakPacket
80
BakedSwissSteak
81
BarbequedBeefSteakwithOrangeMarinade
82
Slow-CookedRoundSteak
83
FlankSteakwithAvocadoSalsa
84
SimplyElegantSteakandRice
85
PhillySteakSandwich
86
SimpleSalisburySteaks
87
GrilledHangerSteakwithaRoastedShallotPortDemiSauceand
88
SteakFajitas
89
SteaknAlePie
90
AvocadoSteak
91
Mom-Mom'sPepperSteak
92
GrilledChuckSteak
93
DeepFriedPorkSteak
94
SteakNGravy
95
FlankSteakRoll-Up
96
ChinesePepperRoundSteak
97
SteakTacoswithSpicyYogurtSauce
98
ChickenFriedSteak
99
GrilledHamSteakKabobswithPeachSlaw
100
SteakFajitas
101
TangyGarlicSteak
102
BakedHalibutSteaks
103
SlicedSteakPizzaiola
104
SortaSalisburySteak
105
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Slow-CookedSteakFajitas
106
StoutSteak
107
Greek-StyleRibEyeSteaks
108
WhiskeySteak
109
JalapenoSteak
110
GrilledOrangeFlankSteak
111
PepperSteakwithSquash
112
SweetandSpicyMarinadeforSteak
113
MicrowaveSwissSteak
114
GrilledSwordfishSteakswithCucumberSauce
115
MarinatedFlankSteakwithPeppers
116
AsianFlairFlatIronSteak
117
SlowCookerTenderandYummyRoundSteak
118
SteakSubs
119
MushroomCubeSteaks
120
ChickenFriedSteakCubanStyle
121
SteakandKidneyPiewithBaconandMushrooms
122
HamburgerSteakwithOnionsandGravy
123
GrilledSteakandPotatoSalad
124
Jim'sPerfectSteakMarinade
125
Parsley-StuffedFlankSteak
126
TheBestChickenFriedSteak
127
BarbequedSteak
128
FilipinoBeefSteak
129
GrilledTunaSteakswithDillSauce
130
TheBestSteakMarinade
131
Pan-friedSteakwithMarsalaSauce
132
SouthernChickenFriedSteak
133
SteakParmesan
134
Cook'sHamSteakwithClassicCherryGlaze
135
SensationalSteakSandwich
136
SimpleSalisburySteak
137
FlankSteakalaWillyboy
138
SlowCookerSalisburySteak
139
PoachedTunaSteaks
140
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Wall'sT-BoneSteakMarinade
141
ChinesePepperSteak
142
Old-FashionedSwissSteak
143
Cheese-StuffedFlankSteak
144
BestSteakMarinadeinExistence
145
AutumnSpiceHamSteak
146
Garlic-PepperTenderloinSteaks
147
FlankSteakBarbecue
148
RosemaryPesto-CrustedLambSteaks
149
MurphySteaks
150
TomatoPepperSteak
151
ScrumptiousKoreanSteak
152
NewYorkSteakswithaVanillaandCherrySauce
153
GrilledPepperSteakSalad
154
CaribbeanBeefLoinSteaks
155
GrilledFlatIronSteakwithBlueCheese-ChiveButter
156
BigJoe'sVenisonSteakinChestnutSauce
157
PepperSteak
158
SassySteakSpray
159
CrumbedAvocadoSteak
160
VenisonSteakwithPeppersandOnions
161
SalmonSteaksWithVeggieCreamSauce
162
SteakStripswithSpaghetti
163
GinandSpiceFlankSteak
164
StuffedFlankSteak
165
CountryFriedSteak
166
MenLoveThisSteak
167
SesameLimeSteakWraps
168
CrockPotorSlowCookedFlankSteak
169
SteakandKidneyPieII
170
SearedAhiTunaSteaks
171
TarragonTunaSteaks
172
TeriyakiFingerSteaks
173
LomodeRes,Cuban-StyleRib-EyeSteaks
174
RosemarySteakswithPapayaButter
175
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SweeperSteak
176
AwesomeKoreanSteak
177
BrandyFlamedPeppercornSteak
178
TequilaSteak
179
Doreen'sOrientalSwordfishSteaks
180
TraditionalSalisburySteak
181
RobustMarinatedSteak
182
HoneyMustardSteak
183
MarinadeforSteakII
184
SwissSteakDinner
185
TarragonSalmonSteaks
186
MarinatedSirloinSteaks
187
EasyPepperSteak
188
SlowCookerPepperSteakII
189
OriginalSteakTartare
190
SteakHash
191
TunaSteakswithMelonSalsa
192
BakedChicken-FriedSteakwithMushroomGravy
193
CountryFriedSteakandMilkGravy
194
PepperedFlankSteak
195
MarinatedFlankSteak
196
CreamySoupSteaks
197
Idaho-StyleFingerSteaks
198
GrilledHamSteakwithPeachFresca
199
GrilledorFriedSkirtSteak
200
GrilledFishSteaks
201
AwesomeSteakMarinade
202
Onion-RubbedFlankSteak
203
BrothMarinatedBBQSteak
204
Maria'sPepperSteak
205
SteakRoll-Ups
206
ChickenFriedSteakI
207
YummyCubeSteaks
208
CubeSteakParmesan
209
GrilledFajitaSteakSaladWithPickledPinkOnions
210
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BarbecuedSteakStrips
211
Pace SirloinSteakOle
212
Merlot-PeppercornSteakSauce
213
GrilledSalmonSteakswithSavoryBlueberrySauce
214
RibEyeSteakswithaSoyandGingerMarinade
215
Dad'sSteakRub
216
ChickenFriedVenisonSteaks
217
SwordfishSteakswithArugulaandBasilSauce
218
VenisonBurgerandSteakChili
219
KoreanMarinatedFlankSteak
220
MushroomRoundSteak
221
TangyHamSteak
222
BeerandBrownSugarSteakMarinade
223
SalisburySteakDeluxe
224
Oven-FriedRanchSteak
225
CubedSteakandWildRice
226
CubeSteakParmigiana
227
SirloinSteakwithGarlicButter
228
SweetGrilledSteakBites
229
BraisedSkirtSteakwithArtichoke
230
BrandiedPepperSteak
231
ChickenPepperSteak
232
SalisburySteak
233
SteakSalad(RanenSalad)
234
EasyMinuteSteaks
235
SteakBurritos
236
ChickenFriedSteakIII
237
ChinesePepperSteak
238
TeriyakiRibEyeSteaks
239
Steak'N'VegetableSoup
240
PepperedSteakwithBlackberrySauce
241
WasabiEncrustedTunaSteaks
242
GrilledSalmonSteaksItalian-Style
243
PaprikaChiliSteak
244
SteakHouseAuGratinPotatoes
245
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Thyme-RubbedSteakswithSauteedMushrooms
246
SpicyLime-CilantroMarinatedFlankSteak
247
PeanutSesameRib-EyeSteak
248
OstrichSteakswithCalvadosSauce
249
Willy'sJuicySteak
250
FlankSteakPinwheels
251
JapaneseSesameSteakSauce
252
LuauBeefTenderloinSteaks
253
Bangin'SteakRub
254
CreamySlicedSteakandPotatoes
255
FlatIronSteakwithMushrooms
256
SalsaSteakForOne
257
PorkSteaks
258
SteakandRice
259
FlatIronSteakandSpinachSalad
260
TeriyakiSteak
261
Berdean'sCubeSteak
262
FingerSteaks
263
Stir-FriedSteakandVeggies
264
Pineapple-GreenOnionSalsawithCook'sHamSteak
265
PhillySteakSalad
266
BeefPepperSteak
267
Flash-In-The-PanPepperSteak
268
MarinatedVenisonSteaks
269
SouthwestSteakBites
270
SaskatchewanCitySteakSoup
271
GrilledRibEyeSteaks
272
BloodyMarySteakswithGreenOliveButter
273
LavenderPorkSteaks
274
RedWineReductionSteakSauce
275
SpinachSteakPinwheels
276
MarinatedFlankSteak
277
PerfectFlatIronSteak
278
Steak'N'OnionPie
279
CuminLambSteakswithSmashedPotatoes,WiltedSpinachand
280
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Rock'sT-BoneSteaks
281
FirecrackerFlankSteak
282
SpecialSalmonSteaks
283
BakedFakeSteakwithGravy
284
MarinadeforSteakI
285
SicilianStyleSteak
286
ChickenFriedSteakII
287
CoffeeMarinatedSteak
288
SmokySteakMarinade
289
RosemarySteak
290
SeasonedFlankSteak
291
Doreen'sSteakMarinade
292
Spinach-StuffedSteak
293
MockChickenFriedSteak
294
MarinatedSirloinSteak
295
CreolePan-FriedFlatIronSteak
296
LemonBasilPestoFlatIronSteak
297
FiestaGrilledHamSteak
298
PepperSteakandRice
299
TastyTunaSteak
300
John'sMangoSteak
301
SesameSirloinSteak
302
PresidentFord'sBraisedEyeRoundSteak
303
Slow-CookedFlankSteak
304
KickySteakStripswithRice
305
SteakSalad
306
HalibutSteaks
307
SteaksWithRoquefortSauce
308
SteakhouseWheatBreadfortheBreadMachine
309
CheddarMushroomPorkSteaks
310
SteakonaStick
311
ComfortingCubeSteaks
312
Joy'sAwesomePepperSteak
313
JuicyButtSteaks
314
FirecrackerSalmonSteaks
315
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BreadedSPAMSteaks
316
GrilledHamSteak
317
EasySteakSandwich
318
SimmeredSwissSteak
319
GrilledPorkSteakswithLemonButterSauce
320
HamSteakKabobs
321
Citrus-GingerTunaSteaks
322
TenderFlankSteak
323
St.LouisPorkSteaks
324
EasyFlatIronSteakinWineSauce
325
SpecialStripSteaks
326
MeanMr.MustardSteak
327
CarneAsadaSteakSandwichwithAvocadoSalad
328
TeriyakiSteakSubs
329
Swanson SteakhouseBeefandPepperStir-Fry
330
ItalianPepperSteak
331
TunaSteakswithSalsa
332
SwissSteakStew
333
SteakwithMushroomSauce
334
GrilledFlankSteakSalad
335
HomemadeSteakSauce
336
SoyGarlicSteak
337
FishSteaksDijon
338
SteakDeals
339
YummyPineappleBeefSteakMarinade
340
BigM'sWhiskySoakedBeefRibSteaks
341
AnchoChileRubbedVenisonSteakswithLime-CilantroButter
342
SteakFingers
343
FlatIronSteakSimplicity!
344
CubeSteakStew
345
FlavorfulFlankSteak
346
BarbequeHalibutSteaks
347
ChinaLakeBarbequedSteak
348
EasyBarbequeBeefTenderloinSteak
349
RolledFlankSteak
350
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Tammy'sPhillyCheeseSteakDip
351
GriddleStylePhillySteakSandwiches
352
VenisonSalisburySteak
353
StarFruitSteak
354
BlazingSteak
355
TheMushroomSteakStuff
356
GarlicPepperSteak
357
SalmonSteakswithDillSauce
358
WarmSteakandPotatoSalad
359
BourbonStreetNewYorkStripSteak
360
PepperSteakSandwiches
361
BakedRoundSteakinBarbequeSauce
362
SteakTipswithMushroomSauce
363
FlankSteakwithHorseradishSauce
364
Nikki'sSteakSaltimbocca
365
ChimichurriSauceforSteaks
366
MyCountryStyleSteak
367
PanFriedHalibutSteakwithLightGreenSauce
368
UltimateSteakSandwich
369
GingerSteak
370
GreatestSteakMarinade
371
SteakhouseGrillersPrimePattyMelt
372
G'sFlankSteakMarinade
373
MarinatedFlatIronSteak
374
TropicalTenderloinSteaks
375
SpicyFlankSteak
376
NorthwestSteakhouseSteakMarinade
377
Chef'sSteakSauce
378
SloppiedFlankSteakSandwiches
379
PoorMan'sHamburgerSteaks
380
MushroomSalisburySteak
381
KansasCitySteakSoup
382
GrilledSteakwithRedTomatoRice
383
Swanson Pan-SearedSteakswithMushroomGravy
384
IowaPorkSteak
385
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SteakDiane
386
Milo'sTorchCafeOriginalIdahoFingerSteaks
387
MuShuSteakandAppleWraps
388
SteakandAleTypeBread
389
BBQSteakTeriyaki
390
Granny'sSwissSteak
391
SlowCookerBBQFlatIronSteakSandwiches
392
GrilledJalapenoTunaSteaks
393
PoorMan'sSteak
394
SevenSpicedSharkSteaks
395
FlankSteakwithGarlicWineSauce
396
SteakSaladII
397
ChickenFriedVenisonSteaks
398
SlowCookerPepperSteak
399
ShreddedSteakSandwiches
400
TeriyakiTunaSteaks
401
Chili-StuffedFlankSteak
402
GrilledSteakPinwheels
403
ApricotRoundSteak
404
ThaiSteakSalad
405
QuickGreekPastaSaladwithSteak
406
RoundSteakSauerbraten
407
GrilledTropicalTunaSteaks
408
Citrus-GingerFlatIronSteak
409
CalamariSteaksParmigiano
410
Carrot-ToppedSwissCubeSteak
411
RoastedGarlicFlatIronSteak
412
RhubarbSteakSauce
413
MarinatedFlankSteak
414
FlatIronSteakwithBalsamicReduction
415
Doreen'sTeriyakiSteakMarinade
416
Adel'sRedWineSteakMarinade
417
Blake'sBestSteak
418
SteakSauce
419
BarbequedMarinatedFlankSteak
420
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SimpleVinegarSteak
421
SavoryGarlicMarinatedSteaks
422
BlackenedTunaSteakswithMangoSalsa
423
Arrachera(SkirtSteakTacoFilling)
424
SteakStir-Fry
425
PerfectPorterhouseSteak
426
MarinatedSteak
427
BeefTenderloinSteaksToppedwithHorseradishandDijonMustard
428
SteakSauce
429
EasyBBQFlankSteakwithChipotleMayo
430
SteakandMushroomTeriyakiBowl
431
MexicanSteakTorta
432
SwissSteakItalianStyle
433
CheeseSteakSubs
434
PortobelloPortSauceforSteak
435
Chicken-FriedSteakStrips
436
MexicanSteakandBeans
437
SweetandSourHamSteak
438
VenisonSteakStrips
439
CaribbeanFlankSteakwithCoconutRice
440
Fuzzy'sChipotleFlankSteak
441
GrilledFishSteaks
442
BeerSteak
443
SpicedHamSteak
444
GrilledHalibutSteaks
445
PineappleSteakStirFry
446
AsianSteakStir-FrySalad
447
GrilledDelmonicoSteaks
448
Jeremy'sPhillySteakandCheeseSandwich
449
BBQSteak
450
SmotheredHamburgerSteak
451
SlowCookerSwissSteak
452
Mango-SpicedSteakSkewers
453
FriedSteakwithPeppercornGravySauce
454
GrilledBeefSteakswithEspresso-BourbonSauce
455
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GrilledGarlicFlankSteakSalad
456
HerbedSalmonSteaks
457
GyroSteakSalad(withTzatzikidressing)
458
Steak,Onion,andPepperFajitas
459
GrilledTunaSteakswithGrapeandCaperSalsa
460
SteakContinental
461
DrunkenFlatIronSteak
462
BarbecuedRoundSteak
463
TeriyakiFlankSteak
464
GingeredFlankSteak
465
PorkSteakBurritos
466
KikkomanChinesePepperSteak
467
MontrealSteakSeasonedMashedPotatoes
468
FlankSteakwithaPortWineMarinade
469
SteakandBaconTournedos
470
Basil-TomatoTunaSteaks
471
ZippySwissSteak
472
EasyJapaneseSteakhouseSoup
473
PoorMan'sPepperSteak
474
EasyandQuickSwissSteak
475
SteakhouseBlackBread
476
BraisedFlankSteakwithLemonandGarlic
477
HerbedChuckSteaks
478
TropicalSteakSandwich
479
SteakwithChipotleCheeseSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonoliveoil
2largewhiteonions,coarsely
chopped
1(10.75ounce)canCampbell's
CondensedCheddarCheese
Soup
1/2cupmilk
1/2teaspoongroundchipotle
chilepepper
2mediumtomatoes,coarsely
chopped
1(2pound)skirtorbeefflank
steak,1-inchthick,cutinto8
pieces
1/4cupchoppedfreshcilantro
leaves(optional)
Heattheoilina2-quartsaucepanovermediumheat.Addtheonion
andcookfor5minutesoruntiltender,stirringoccasionally.
Stirthesoup,milk,chilepepperandtomatoesinthesaucepan.
Reducetheheattolow.Cookandstirfor3minutesoruntilthe
mixtureishotandbubbling.
Lightlyoilthegrillrackandheatthegrilltomedium.Grillthebeeffor
15minutesformediumortodesireddoneness,turningthebeef
overonceduringgrilling.Spoonthesoupmixtureoverthebeefand
sprinklewiththecilantro,ifdesired.
Devil'sSteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsraspberryjam
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonstomatosauce
2tablespoonsmaltvinegar
5dropshotpeppersauce
saltandfreshlygroundblack
peppertotaste
Inasaucepanoverhighheat,blendraspberryjam,brownsugar,
Worcestershiresauce,tomatosauce,maltvinegar,hotpepper
sauce,salt,andpepper.Bringtoaboiloverhighheat,reduceheat
tolow,andsimmer10minutes,oruntilthickened.
SteakAndOnions
Ingredients
Directions
1largeonion,halvedandsliced
2tablespoonsbutterormargarine
1/3cupwhitewineorchicken
broth
1garlicclove,minced
1/2teaspoondriedrosemary,
crushed
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
2beeftenderloinsteaks,11/2to
2inchesthick
Inalargeskillet,cookonioninbutterovermediumheatfor15-20
minutesoruntilonionisgoldenbrown,stirringfrequently.Stirin
wineorbrothandgarlic.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;simmer,
uncovered,for3-4minutesoruntilliquidhasevaporated.
Meanwhile,combinetherosemary,saltandpepper;rubover
steaks.Broil4in.fromtheheatfor7-9minutesoneachsideoruntil
meatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameat
thermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF).Servewithcaramelizedonions.
RoundSteakandGravyII
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsthincutroundsteak
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1(10.5ounce)cancondensed
Frenchonionsoup
1(10.75ounce)canwater
Preheatovento325degreesF(165degreesC).
Trimthefatfromthesteak,andcutintodesirednumberofservings.
Inaroastingpanovermediumhighheat,searbothsidesofthe
steak,about1minuteperside.Removefromheat.
Stirthecreamofmushroomsoup,Frenchonionsoupandwater
intotheroaster.Bakeinthepreheatedoven21/2hours.
CajunBeefPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeeftopsirloin
steak,cut3/4inchthick
2teaspoonsCajunorCreole
seasoningblend
2mediumgreenorredbell
peppers,cutintoquarters
2teaspoonsvegetableoil
1(5.5ounce)packageCajunor
Creolericemixwithseasonings
Press1-1/2teaspoonsseasoningblendevenlyontobeefsteak.
Tossbellpepperswithoilandremaining1/2teaspoonseasoning
blend.
Placesteakincenterofgridovermedium,ash-coveredcoals;
arrangebellpeppersaroundsteak.Grill,uncovered,13to16
minutesformediumrare(145degreesF)tomedium(160degreesF)
donenessandpeppersaretender,turningoccasionally.
Meanwhilepreparericeblendaccordingtopackagedirections,
omittingoilormargarine.
Carvesteakintoslices.Servewithpeppersandrice.
SteakandAlePiewithMushrooms
Ingredients
Directions
11/4poundscubedbeefstew
meat
1onion,diced
1(12fluidounce)canpalealeor
lagerbeer
2clovesgarlic,minced
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
11/2teaspoonschoppedfresh
parsley
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
saltandpeppertotaste
2cupspeeledandcubed
potatoes
11/2cupsquarteredfresh
mushrooms
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1pastryfordouble-crustpie
Placethebeefstewmeat,onion,andaleinalargesaucepan.
Simmeroverlowheatuntilthemeatistender,about30minutes.
Preheattheovento400degreesF(200degreesC).
Seasonthebeefwithgarlic,thyme,parsley,Worcestershiresauce,
saltandpepper.Mixinthepotatoesandmushrooms.Coverand
simmerovermediumheatuntilpotatoesarejusttenderenoughto
piercewithafork,10to15minutes.Whiskasmallamountofthe
saucetogetherwiththeflourinasmallbowl,andstirintothebeef.
Simmeruntilslightlythickened.
Fitonepiecrustintothebottomandupthesidesofa9inchpie
plate.Spoonthehotbeefmixtureintothecrustandtopwiththe
remainingpiecrust.Cutslitsinthetopcrusttoventsteamand
crimptheedgestosealthemtogether.
Bakeinpreheatedovenuntilthecrustisgoldenbrownandgravyis
bubbling,35to40minutes.
SirloinSteakDianne
Ingredients
Directions
2(8ounce)beefsirloinsteaks
1tablespoonbutter
1/4cupbrandy
1onion,minced
1clovegarlic,minced
1/2cupredwine
2tablespoonssteaksauce
1dashWorcestershiresauce
saltandpeppertotaste
1/2(4ounce)packagebutton
mushrooms,sliced
1/2cupDijonmustard,divided
1cupheavycream
Placethesteaksbetweentwosheetsofplasticwrap;poundwitha
kitchenmallettotenderize.
Meltthebutterinaskilletovermedium-highheat,andheatuntilit
beginstosmoke.Cookthesteaksfor1to2minutesoneachside
untiltheyhavebrowned.Pourbrandyoversteaksandcarefully
ignite.Oncetheflamesburnoff,removesteaksfromthepanand
setaside.
Cooktheonionandgarlicinthesameskilletovermediumheatuntil
theysoften.Stirintheredwine,steaksauce,Worcestershire
sauce,salt,andpepper;mixwell.Mixinthemushrooms,stir,and
cookforabout5minutes.
Meanwhile,coatonesideofeachofthesteakswith2tablespoons
oftheDijonmustard.Gentlylaythemontopofthesauceinthe
skillet,mustard-sidedown.Spread2tablespoonsontopofthe
steaks.Cook2to3minutesperside.Removethesteaksfromthe
sauce,andkeepwarm.
Stirthecreamintothemushroomsauceandbringtoagentle
simmer.Reduceheattomedium-low,returnthesteakstothe
sauce,andsimmerfor1minutemorebeforeserving.
MarinatedTunaSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cuporangejuice
1/4cupsoysauce
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1tablespoonlemonjuice
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
parsley
1clovegarlic,minced
1/2teaspoonchoppedfresh
oregano
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
4(4ounce)tunasteaks
Inalargenon-reactivedish,mixtogethertheorangejuice,soy
sauce,oliveoil,lemonjuice,parsley,garlic,oregano,andpepper.
Placethetunasteaksinthemarinadeandturntocoat.Cover,and
refrigerateforatleast30minutes.
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Lightlyoilgrillgrate.Cookthetunasteaksfor5to6minutes,then
turnandbastewiththemarinade.Cookforanadditional5minutes,
ortodesireddoneness.Discardanyremainingmarinade.
PhillyCheeseSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1poundfreshsteak(rib-eye,
round,orsirloin)*
1largeyellowonion,slicedthin
3tablespoonsKikkomanTeriyaki
Marinade&Sauce
4softsandwichrolls
1(8floz)jarcheesespread
Addoiltoalargenon-stickskillet.Sauteonionsand2tablespoons
ofteriyakisauceuntiltheonionsaresoft.Addtheslicedmeatand
cookuntilmeatbrownsslightly,addremaining1tablespoonof
teriyakisauceandstirtocombine.Placecheeseonthemeatand
stiruntilmelted,mixingmeat,onionsandcheesetogether.Scoop
meatmixtureontosandwichrolls.
Steaked-OutPitaPizzas
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbeefshouldercenter
steaks(Ranch)orbonelesstop
sirloinsteak,cut3/4inchthick
2/3cupreduced-fatnon-creamy
Caesardressing,divided
4wholewheatpitabreads
3/4cupshreddedreduced-fat
Italiancheeseblend,divided
6cupslooselypackedsliced
romainelettuce
1cupdicedseededtomatoes
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
Heatovento350degreesF.Cutbeefsteaklengthwiseinhalf,then
crosswiseinto1/8-inchthickstrips.Combinebeefand1/3cup
dressinginmediumbowl;tosstocoat.Coverandmarinatein
refrigerator30minutes.
Placepitabreadsslightlyoverlappingonmetalbakingsheet.
Sprinkle2tablespoonscheeseoneachpita.Bakein350degreesF
oven10to12minutesoruntilpitasaretoastedandcheeseis
melted.
Meanwhile,removebeeffrommarinade,drainingwell;discard
marinade.Heatlargenonstickskilletovermedium-highheatuntil
hot.Add1/2ofbeef;stir-fry1to2minutesoruntiloutsidesurface
ofbeefisnolongerpink.Removefromskillet.Repeatwith
remainingbeef.
Tosslettuce,tomatoesandremaining1/2cupcheeseinlargebowl.
Addbeefandremaining1/3cupdressing;tosstocoatevenly.
Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Dividebeefmixtureevenlyoverpitas.
Serveimmediately.
10
GingeredPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2teaspoonssugar
2teaspoonscornstarch
1/4teaspoongroundginger
1/4cupreduced-sodiumsoy
sauce
1tablespoonwhitewinevinegar
1poundbeefflanksteak,thinly
sliced
2mediumgreenpeppers,
julienned
1teaspoonvegetableoil
Hotcookedrice
Inalargebowl,combinethesugar,cornstarch,ginger,soysauce
andvinegaruntilsmooth.Addbeefandtosstocoat;setaside.
Inalargeskilletorwok,stir-frygreenpeppersinoiluntilcrisptender,about3minutes.Removewithaslottedspoonandkeep
warm.Addbeefwithmarinadetopan;stir-fryfor3minutesoruntil
meatreachesdesireddoneness.Returnpepperstopan;heat
through.Serveoverriceifdesired.
11
Peppercorn-SeasonedSteakswithMustard-Wine
Sauce
Ingredients
Directions
4beeftenderloinsteaks,1inch
thick
2teaspoonscrushedseasoned
pepperorgroundblackpepper
vegetablecookingspray
3tablespoonschoppedshallots
1cupSwansonBeefBroth
(regular,LowerSodiumor
CertifiedOrganic)
1/2cupBurgundywineorother
dryredwine
2tablespoonsDijon-stylemustard
1tablespoonbutter
Choppedfreshparsley(optional)
Seasonsteakswithpepper.Spraynonstickskilletwithcooking
sprayandheatovermediumheat1minute.Addsteaksandcook
untildesireddoneness,turningonce.Removeandkeepwarm.
Addshallotsandcookandstiruntiltender.Stirinbroth,wineand
mustard.Heattoaboil.Cookovermediumheat10minutesoruntil
sauceisreducedtoabout1cup.Stirinbutter.Servesaucewith
steaks.Garnishwithparsley.
12
SuperSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupall-purposeflour
1teaspoonsalt,divided
1/2teaspoonpepper
21/2poundsbonelessbeefround
steak(about1-inchthick),cutinto
serving-sizepieces
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1(14.5ounce)canstewed
tomatoes
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
tomatosoup,undiluted
1largeonion,sliced
1/4teaspoondriedmarjoram
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
1/4teaspoonpaprika
1/8teaspoongroundcloves
1bayleaf
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinetheflour,1/2teaspoon
saltandpepper.Addbeef,afewpiecesatatime,andshaketo
coat.Removesteakfrombag;flattento3/4-in.thickness.
Inalargeskillet,brownsteakonbothsidesinoilovermedium-high
heat.Inabowl,combinetomatoes,tomatosoup,onion,marjoram,
thyme,paprika,clovesifdesired,bayleafandremainingsalt;pour
overbeef.
Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmerfor1-1/4to1-3/4
hoursoruntilmeatistender.Discardbayleaf.
13
GrilledSteakSandwicheswithSteakSauce
MayonnaiseandRomaine
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupHellmann'sorBest
FoodsRealMayonnaise
2tablespoonsketchup
2tablespoonswholegrainDijon
mustard
2tablespoonsmolasses
2tablespoonshorseradish,
drained
11/2poundsskirtsteak
2tablespoonscanolaoil
4hoagiesorrolls,split
3cupsshreddedromainelettuce
leaves
CombineHellmann'sorBestFoodsRealMayonnaise,ketchup,
mustard,molassesandhorseradishinsmallbowl.Season,if
desired,withsaltandblackpepper.Coverandrefrigerateatleast
30minutes.
Heatgrillpanorgrillonhighheat.Brushsteakwithoilonbothsides
andseason,ifdesired,withsaltandblackpepper.Grill,turning
once,8minutesoruntildesireddoneness.Letstand5minutes,
thenthinlyslice.
Spreadmayonnaisemixtureonrolls.Arrangesteakonrolls,then
topwithlettuce.
14
SteakwithMarsalaSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1(1pound)(1inchthick)boneless
sirloinsteak
cookingspray
1cupslicedmushrooms
1/2cupslicedonion
1/3cupdryMarsala
1/4cupwater
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
parsley
11/2teaspoonsbeefbase
1pinchgroundblackpepper
Preheattheoven'sbroiler,andsettheovenrackabout3inches
fromtheheatsource.
Trimfatfromsteak.Placesteakoncoldbroilerpan;broilfor5
minutes.Turn,andbroiluntildesireddegreeofdoneness-3to7
additionalminutesforrare,8to10additionalminutesformedium.
Makethesaucewhilethesteakiscooking.Coatasmallsaucepan
withcookingspray,andaddmushroomsandonion;cookandstir
untiltender.StirinMarsalawine,water,parsley,beefbase,and
pepper.Simmer,uncovered,untilliquidisreducedto3/4cup,
about4minutes.
Slicesteak,andservewithMarsalasauce.
15
SteakandKidneyPieI
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbeeftenderloin
1poundbeefkidney
1cupall-purposeflourforrolling
4cupswatertocover
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1totastesaltandpeppertotaste
1(17.5ounce)packagefrozen
puffpastry,thawed
Cutmeatinto1inchcubes,androllinseasonedflour.Placemeat
inasaucepan,andaddenoughwatertocover.Cookuntilmeatis
tender,about3hours.Removethemeat,leavingtheliquidinthe
pan.
Thickengravywith1tablespoonflour,andseasonwithsaltand
peppertotaste.Returnmeattothepan.Spoonintoapiedish.
Allowtocool.
Takeasmallportionofthepastry,androllinto1inchwidestrips.
Moistentheedgesofthepiedish,andpresspastryaroundtherim.
Rollouttherestofthepastrytosizeofthedish.Moistenthestrip
pastry,andcoverwithpastry.
Bakeat450degreesF(230degreesC)for15to20minutes,oruntil
nicelybrowned.
16
MushroomPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
6tablespoonsreduced-sodium
soysauce,divided
1/8teaspoonpepper
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cutintothinstrips
1tablespooncornstarch
1/2cupreduced-sodiumbeef
broth
1garlicclove,minced
1/2teaspoonmincedgingerroot
3teaspoonscanolaoil,divided
1cupjuliennedsweetredpepper
1cupjuliennedgreenpepper
2cupsslicedfreshmushrooms
2mediumtomatoes,cutinto
wedges
6greenonions,cutinto1/2-inch
pieces
Hotcookedrice
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combine3tablespoonssoysauce
andpepper;addbeef.Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigeratefor30
-60minutes.Inasmallbowl,combinethecornstarch,brothand
remainingsoysauceuntilsmooth;setaside.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefrombeef.Inalargenonstickskilletor
wok,stir-frythegarlicandgingerin2teaspoonsoilfor1minute.
Addthebeef;stir-fryfor4-6minutesoruntilnolongerpink.
Removebeefandkeepwarm.
Stir-frythepeppersinremainingoilfor1minute.Addmushrooms;
stir-fry2minuteslongeroruntilpeppersarecrisp-tender.Stirbroth
mixtureandaddtovegetablemixture.Bringtoaboil;cookandstir
for2minutesoruntilthickened.Returnbeeftopan;addtomatoes
andonions.Cookfor2minutesoruntilheatedthrough.Serveover
riceifdesired.
17
SteakChili
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
2poundssteak-cutinto1inch
cubes
2onions,chopped
3clovesgarlic,minced
1greenchilepepper
2tablespoonschilipowder
1tablespoongroundcumin
11/2teaspoonsgroundcayenne
pepper
2(29ounce)cansdicedtomatoes
1(15ounce)cankidneybeans,
drained
Inalargepotovermediumhighheat,combinetheoilandsteakand
sauteforabout5minutes,oruntilsteakisbrowned.Addthe
onions,garlicandchilepepperandsauteforanother5minutes,or
untiltheonionsaretranslucent.
Addthechilipowder,cumin,cayennepepper,tomatoesandkidney
beans.Reduceheattolow,coverandsimmerforaboutonehour.
Removecoverandsimmerforanother30minutes,oruntilyou've
reachedyourdesiredthickness.
18
Whiskey-MarinatedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2/3cupwater
1/2cupwhiskey
1/2cuppineapplejuice
1/2cupbrownsugar
1/2cupdicedonion
1/3cupteriyakisauce
1/3cupsoysauce
1/4cupliquidsmoke
1teaspoonmincedgarlic
4(8ounce)rib-eyesteaks
Whisktogetherthewater,whiskey,pineapplejuice,brownsugar,
dicedonion,teriyakisauce,soysauce,liquidsmoke,andminced
garlicinabowl.
Liethesteaksinthebottomofabakingdish.Pourthemarinade
overthesteaks;refrigerateovernight.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilgrate.
Grillsteakstodesireddoneness,3to5minutespersidefor
medium-rare.Allowsteakstorestfor5to10minutesbefore
serving.
19
BourbonStreetRib-EyeSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1cupwater
2/3cupbourbonwhiskey
1/2cupsoysauce
1/4cuppackedbrownsugar
3tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonslemonjuice
4(6ounce)beefrib-eyesteaks
Whisktogetherthewater,bourbonwhiskey,soysauce,brown
sugar,Worcestershiresauce,andlemonjuiceinabowl,andpour
intoaplasticzipperbag.Addtherib-eyesteaks,coatwiththe
marinade,squeezeoutexcessair,andsealthebag.Marinateinthe
refrigeratorfor8hoursorovernight.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilthegrate.
Removetherib-eyesteaksfromthemarinade,andshakeoff
excess.Discardtheremainingmarinade.Grillthesteaksonhigh,1
to2minutesperside,tosearthemeat.Movethesteakstoacooler
partofthegrillandcookforanadditional2to3minutesperside,if
desired.
20
EasiestDeliciousRedWineSteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1(.75ounce)packetdrybrown
gravymix
1/2cupredwine
1/2cupcoldwater
1pinchgarlicpowder(optional)
Inasmallsaucepan,mixtogetherthebrowngravymix,redwine
andcoldwater.Seasonwithgarlicpowderifusing.Bringtoaboil
overmediumheat.Stiruntilthickened,about1minute.
21
MarinatedHamSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2Cook'sbrandBone-inHam
Steaks
Freshrosemarysprigstogarnish
Preparemarinade:combineallingredientsexceptham&rosemary
inbowl,mixwell.Pourmarinadeoverhamsteaksindish,turningto
coatevenly.Coverandrefrigerate1hour.
MARINADE:
2teaspoonssoysauce
1tablespoonsherryvinegar
2tablespoonspeanutoil
1tablespoonhoney
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
rosemary
6wholecloves
1(1inch)piececinnamonstick
1/2teaspoonblackpepper
1(8ounce)cookingapple,peeled
andgrated
Preparecharcoalorgasgrill.Placehamsteaksongrillovermedium
heat.
Grillhamsteaks3to5minutesperside,turningonceandbrushing
withextramarinade.Garnishwithrosemarysprigs.
22
IrishWhiskeyFlatIronSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2/3cupextra-virginoliveoil
3tablespoonsIrishwhiskey
3tablespoonssoysauce
1tablespoonmincedgreenonion
1tablespoonmincedgarlic
1tablespoongroundblackpepper
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
parsley
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
1/8teaspooncrusheddried
rosemary
4(8ounce)flatironsteaks
Combinetheoliveoil,whiskey,soysauce,greenonion,garlic,
pepper,parsley,thyme,androsemaryinalarge,sealableplastic
bag;sealandshaketomix.Addthesteakstothemarinade.Seal
thebag,squeezingoutasmuchairaspossible.Refrigerateatleast
1hour.Removesteaksfrommarinade;discardthemarinade.Allow
thesteakstocometoroomtemperaturebeforecooking.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheatandlightlyoilthe
grate.
Cookthesteaksuntiltheyarebeginningtofirmandarehotand
slightlypinkinthecenter,6to7minutesperside.Aninstant-read
thermometerinsertedintothecentershouldread140degreesF(60
degreesC).Coverthemeatwithtwolayersofaluminumfoiland
allowtorestinawarmareafor10minutesbeforeserving.
23
SteakTipMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupWorcestershiresauce
1cupItalian-stylesaladdressing
2teaspoonsgarlicpepper
seasoning
1cupbarbequesauce
2poundsbeefsirlointipsteaks
Inamediumbowl,mixtheWorcestershiresauce,Italian-stylesalad
dressing,garlicpepperseasoning,andbarbequesauce.Placethe
meatinthemarinade,andturntocoat.Cover,andrefrigerateforat
least1hour.
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Brushgrilllightlywithoiltopreventsticking.Placesteaksonthe
grill,anddiscardmarinade.Grillsteaks10minutesoneachside,or
todesireddoneness.
24
GrilledMexicanSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupcuminseeds
5jalapenopeppers,seedsand
ribsremoved,chopped
3clovesgarlic
1tablespooncrackedblack
pepper
1/3cupfreshlimejuice
11/2teaspoonssalt
11/2cupsoliveoil
2bunchescilantro(leavesand
stems)
1(3pound)skirtorflanksteak
Toastthecuminseedsinamediumsautepanovermedium-low
heatfor5minutes,oruntilfragrant.
Inablender,combinethecuminseeds,jalapenos,garlic,pepper,
limejuice,andsalt.Pulsetheblendertofinelychopingredients.
Addtheoilandcilantroandpureeuntilsmooth.
Lightlyscorebothsidesofthemeatwithaknifesothatthe
marinadewillpenetrate.Placethemeatinalargeplasticbagor
bowl,pourinthemarinade,andcoatwell.Marinateinthe
refrigeratorfor24to48hours.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Removethemeatfromthemarinadeanddiscardtheremaining
marinade.Cookonhigh,1to2minutesperside,tosearthemeat.
Turntheheatdowntolowandcookforanadditional3to4minutes
perside,oruntiltheithasreachedthedesireddoneness.
25
CreamyDillSalmonSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupchoppedgreenonions
1tablespoonbutterormargarine
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofchickensoup,undiluted
1/2cuphalf-and-halfcream
2tablespoonswhitewineor
chickenbroth
2tablespoonschoppedfreshdill
4salmonsteaks(1inchthick)
Inalargeskillet,sautetheonionsinbutter.Addthesoup,cream,
wineorbrothanddill.Placesalmonsteaksontop.Coverand
simmerfor15minutesoruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork.
26
XavierSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2(10ounce)NewYorkstrip
steaks,atleast1-inchthick
saltandpeppertotaste
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
6asparagusspears,ends
trimmed
2tablespoonsoliveoil
8slicesSwisscheese
Seasonthesteakswithsaltandpeppertotaste.Placeintoaglass
dish,anddrizzlewithWorcestershiresauce.Turnthesteaks,cover,
andrefrigerate15minutes.Turnthesteaksagain,andmarinate15
minuteslonger.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat,andlightlyoilthe
grate.
Placethesteaksonthepreheatedgrill,closelid,andcookfor7
minutes.Tosstheasparagusspearswithalittleoliveoil,and
seasonwithsaltandpeppertotaste.Placetheasparagusontothe
grill,turnsteaksover,andcloselid.Cookuntilthesteaksare
beginningtofirmandareslightlypinkinthecenter,andthe
asparagusistender,about7additionalminutes.Turntheasparagus
halfwaythrough.Topeachsteakwith3asparagusspearsand
swisscheese.Continuecookinguntilthecheesehasmelted.
Removefromthegrill,andletstand5minutesbeforeserving.
27
Squirrel'sGreatBeefSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupsoysauce
1/4cupItalian-stylesalad
dressing
1/4cupbarbequesauce
4tablespoonsvegetableoil
1clovegarlic,peeledandminced
steakseasoningtotaste
seasoningsalttotaste
salttotaste
groundblackpeppertotaste
10ouncesbeefsirloinsteak
Inamediumbowl,mixsoysauce,Italian-stylesaladdressing,
barbequesauce,vegetableoil,garlic,steakseasoning,seasoning
salt,saltandgroundblackpepper.Placesteakinthemixture.
Coverandmarinateintherefrigerator12hours,orovernight.Turn
thesteakonceduringmarination.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformediumtohighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Cooksteakonthepreparedgrill5to7minutesperside,orto
desireddoneness.
28
FlatIronSteaksMarinatedinRedWine
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
3clovesgarlic,minced
1teaspoonchoppedfreshparsley
1teaspoonchoppedfreshthyme
1/3cupdryredwine
1/2teaspoondrymustardpowder
saltandpeppertotaste
4(8ounce)flatironsteaks
2clovesgarlic,minced
1/2teaspoondrymustardpowder
1/2teaspoonoliveoil
Whisktogether2tablespoonsofoliveoil,3clovesmincedgarlic,
parsley,thyme,redwine,1/2teaspoonmustardpowder,salt,and
pepperuntilcombined.Pourintoaresealableplasticbagoverthe
flatironsteaks.Squeezeoutexcessair,seal,andmarinatefor1
houratroomtemperature,or4hoursintherefrigerator.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Stirtogether2clovesmincedgarlic,1/2teaspoonmustardpowder,
and1/2teaspoonoliveoilinasmallbowlandsetaside.
Removesteaksfromthemarinade,shakeoffexcess,anddiscard
remainingmarinade.Cookonpreheatedgrilltodesireddegreeof
doneness,about4minutespersideformedium-rare.Brushwith
reservedgarlicmixturebeforeserving.
29
Slow-CookedSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
3/4poundbonelesstopround
steak,cutinhalf
1/2mediumonion,cutinto1/4
inchslices
1/3cupchoppedcelery
1(8ounce)cantomatosauce
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinetheflour,saltandpepper.
Addbeef;sealbagandshaketocoat.
Placeonionina3-qt.slowcookercoatedwithnonstickcooking
spray.Layerwiththebeef,celeryandtomatosauce.Coverand
cookonlowfor8hoursoruntilmeatistender.
30
SteakSoup
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsbutter
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
11/2poundsleanbonelessbeef
roundsteak,cutintocubes
1/2cupchoppedonion
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
1tablespoonpaprika
1teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
4cupsbeefbroth
2cupswater
4sprigsfreshparsley,chopped
2tablespoonschoppedcelery
leaves
1bayleaf
1/2teaspoondriedmarjoram
11/2cupspeeled,dicedYukon
Goldpotatoes
11/2cupsslicedcarrots
11/2cupschoppedcelery
1(6ounce)cantomatopaste
1(15.25ounce)canwholekernel
corn,drained
Meltbutterandoilinalargeskilletovermediumheatuntilthefoam
disappearsfromthebutter,andstirinthesteakcubesandonion.
Cookandstiruntilthemeatandonionarebrowned,about10
minutes.Whilebeefiscooking,mixtogetherflour,paprika,salt,and
pepperinabowl.Sprinkletheflourmixtureoverthebrownedmeat,
andstirtocoat.
Inalargesouppot,pourinthebeefbrothandwater,andstirinthe
parsley,celeryleaves,bayleaf,andmarjoram.Stirinbeefmixture,
andbringtoaboil.Reduceheattomedium-low,coverthepot,and
simmer,stirringoccasionally,untilmeatistender,about45minutes.
Mixinthepotatoes,carrots,celery,tomatopaste,andcorn;bring
thesoupbacktoasimmer,andcookuncovered,stirring
occasionally,untilthevegetablesaretenderandthesoupisthick,
15to20minutes.Removebayleafandservehot.
31
SteakandPotatoSalad
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbonelesssirloinsteak(1
inchthick)
1/2cupciderorredwinevinegar
1/4cupoliveorvegetableoil
1/4cupsoysauce
6cupscubedcookedpotatoes
1cupdicedgreenpepper
1/3cupchoppedgreenonions
1/4cupmincedfreshparsley
1/2cupCaesarsaladdressing
LettuceLeaves
Placesteakinalargeresealableplasticbagorshallowglass
container.Combinevinegar,oilandsoysauce;pouroverthesteak.
Coverandrefrigeratefor1hourorovernight.drain,discarding
marinade.Grillorbroilsteakfor8-10minutesoneachsideoruntil
meatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameat
thermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF).Sliceintothinstripsacrossthegrainand
placeinabowl.Addpotatoes,greenpepper,onions,parsleyand
dressing;tosstocoat.Serveonlettuceifdesired.
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PepperSteakStir-Fry
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespooncornstarch
1/2cupwater
1/2cuppicantesauce
2tablespoonsreduced-sodium
soysauce
2teaspoonsmincedfresh
gingerroot
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cutinto1inchstrips
3teaspoonscanolaoil,divided
1mediumgreenpepper,julienned
1cupslicedfreshmushrooms
6greenonions,cutinto1/4-inch
pieces
1garlicclove,minced
Hotcookedrice
Inabowl,combinethecornstarchandwateruntilsmooth.Stirin
thepicantesauce,soysauceandginger;setaside.
Inalargenonstickskilletorwok,stir-frymeatin2teaspoonsoilfor
1-2minutes.Removemeatwithaslottedspoonandkeepwarm.
Addthepepper,mushrooms,onions,garlicandremainingoiltothe
skillet.
Stir-fryfor3minutes.Stirpicantesaucemixtureandaddtoskillet
withmeat.Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor1-2minutesoruntil
thickenedandvegetablesarecrisp-tender.Servewithriceif
desired.
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PickleSteak
Ingredients
Directions
12dillpicklespears
1largeonion,slicedandhalved
3(1/4inchthick)roundsteaks,cut
into4piecesandpoundedthin
toothpicks
1/4cupvegetableoil
1/2cupall-purposeflour
2eggs,beaten
3(10.75ounce)canscondensed
creamofmushroomsoup,
undiluted
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Lightlygreasea
mediumbakingdish.
Placeonepicklespearandanequalamountofhalvedonionslices
ononesideofeachpieceofsteak.Roll,andsecurewith
toothpicks.
Heattheoilinskilletovermediumheat.Placetheflourandeggsin
twoseparatebowls.Diprolledsteakfirstintheeggs,theninthe
flourtocoat.Frycoatedsteaksintheskilletuntilbrownedonall
sides.Transfertothebakingdish.Pourcreamofmushroomsoup
intotheskillet,andscrapeupbrownedbits.Pourevenlyoverthe
steaksinthebakingdish.
Bake45minutesinthepreheatedoven,toaminimumtemperature
of160degreesF(72degreesF).
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BeerCheesePhillySteakCasserole
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonoliveoil
2greenbellpeppers,sliced
1largeonion,slicedthin
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1tablespoonoliveoil
2poundsrib-eyesteak,slicedthin
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
3/4loafItalianbread,cutinto1
inchcubes
5tablespoonsbutter
1/4cupflour
1(12fluidounce)canorbottle
beer
2teaspoonshotpeppersauce
11/2teaspoonsgroundblack
pepper
1teaspoongarlicpowder
1teaspoondriedparsley
1teaspoononionpowder
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpaprika
1/2teaspoonWorcestershire
sauce
1/2teaspoonsoysauce
11/2cupsmilk
1cupshreddedMontereyJack
cheese
1cupshreddedAmericancheese
8ouncesprovolonecheese,sliced
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Heat1tablespoonoliveoilinaskilletovermedium-lowheat;add
thebellpepperandoniontotheskillet;seasonwith1/2teaspoon
salt,1/2teaspoongarlicpowder,and1/4teaspoonpepperand
cookuntilsoft,about20minutes;setaside.
Pour1tablespoonoliveoilintotheskilletandraisetheheatto
medium;addtheslicedsteaktothehotoiluntil;seasonwith1/2
teaspoonsalt,1/2teaspoongarlicpowder,and1/4teaspoon
pepperandcookuntilnolongerpink,about5minutes.Remove
fromheatimmediately.
Arrangethebreadcubesinthebottomofa9x13dish.Layerthe
steakonthebreadandthenlayerthepepperandonionmixture
atopthesteak;setaside.
Meltthebutterinasaucepan.Whiskintheflourtomakeapaste.
Pourinthebeer,whiskingcontinuallyuntiltherearenolumps.Stir
inthe11/2teaspoonsblackpepper,1teaspoongarlicpowder,
parsley,onionpowder,1/2teaspoonsalt,paprika,Worcestershire
sauce,soysauce,11/2teaspoonsblackpepper,parsley,1
teaspoongarlicpowder,onionpowder,1/2teaspoonsalt,paprika,
Worcestershiresauce,andsoysauce;stir.Asthemixturethickens,
pourinthemilk.AddtheMontereyJackcheeseandAmerican
cheese;stiruntilthecheeseismelted.Pourthemixtureoverthe
assembledingredientsinthe9x13pan.Topwithprovolonecheese
slices.
Bakeinpreheatedovenuntiltheprovolonecheesemelts,about20
minutes.
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ApricotRoundSteak
Ingredients
Directions
13/4poundsbonelesstopround
steak(3/4inchthick)
3/4cupapricotpreserves
1tablespoonlemonjuice
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonhotpeppersauce
Placesteakonbroilerpanrack;broilfor6-8minutesoneachside.
Meanwhile,inasaucepanormicrowave-safebowl,combine
remainingingredients.Cookuntilpreservesaremelted.setaside
1/2cup;brushremainingsauceoversteak.Broil2-3minuteslonger
oruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameat
thermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF).Slicemeatonthediagonal;servewith
reservedapricotsauce.
36
SteakandLimaRice
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
1(10ounce)packagefrozenbaby
limabeans,thawed
2(15ounce)canstomatosauce
1cupboilingwater
1/3cupwhitesugar
2poundsbeeftoproundsteaks,
3/4inchthick
1/4cupall-purposeflour
saltandpeppertotaste
2cupsuncookedlonggrainrice
4cupswater
Heat1tablespoonofoilinalargesaucepanovermediumheat.Add
thelimabeans,andcookuntilwrinkled,about10minutes.Pour
tomatosauceoverthebeansandstirin2cupsofwaterandsugar.
Coverandsimmeroverlowheatfor45minutes.
Heattheremainingtablespoonofoilinalargeskilletovermediumhighheat.Brownsteaksoneachside,thenpourinjustenough
watertocover.Placealidonthepanandsimmerfor35to40
minutesovermedium-lowheat.Spoonsomeoftheliquidintoacup
orsmallbowlandmixwithflouruntilsmooth.Returntothepanand
simmeruntilgravyhasthickened.Seasonwithsaltandpepperto
taste.
Combinethericeand4cupswaterinasaucepan.Bringtoaboil,
thenreduceheattolow.Coverandcookfor20minutes,oruntilrice
istender.
Toserve,spoonriceontoplates.Topwithsteakandgravythentop
withlimabeansauce.
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GreatGarlicBeerSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1(12fluidounce)canorbottle
beer
3clovesgarlic,minced
1teaspoonblackpepper
1cupoystersauce
1lemon,juiced
4beefsteaks
steakseasoningtotaste
Inashallowglassdish,combinethebeer,garlic,pepper,oyster
sauceandlemonjuice.Mixwell.Rubsteaksonbothsideswith
steakseasoning,andplaceinthemarinade.Besuretocoatthe
steakswell.Coverandrefrigerateforatleast2hours.
Preheatgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilgrate.
Removesteaksfrommarinade,anddiscardmarinade.Grillsteaks
forabout5minutesoneachside,ortodesireddoneness.
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KingsFlatIronSteakSandwich
Ingredients
Directions
4sandwichrolls,partiallysplit
4teaspoonssoftenedbutter
2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
4(4ounce)thinly-cutflatiron
steaks
1/2cupfreshspinachleaves
1tomato,sliced
1avocado,sliced
8thickslicesfreshmozzarella
cheese
2teaspoonsbalsamicvinegar,for
drizzling
Preheatanovenbroileronhighheat.
Openthesandwichrollsandspreadeachwithabout1teaspoonof
softenedbutter.Sprinkleeachbutteredsandwichrollwithabout1/2
teaspoongarlicpowder.
Broilthesandwichrollsabout5minutes,untiltheedgesareslightly
charred.Setaside.
Heatalarge,heavyskilletoverhighheat,andaddthevegetableoil.
Whenoiljustbeginstosmoke,dropintheflatironsteaksand
quicklysearuntilsteaksarebrowned,about3minutes.Flipthe
steaksandseartheothersideforanother3minutes;removesteaks
immediately,orlowertheburnertemperatureandcooktothe
desireddegreeofdoneness.Setsteaksasideandkeepwarm.
Assembleeachsandwichrollwithspinachleaves,tomatoand
avocadoslicesononeside,and2slicesofmozzarellacheeseon
theotherside.Sprinklethetomatoandavocadosidewithabout
1/2teaspoonofbalsamicvinegar,andplaceahotbrownedsteak
onthemozzarellacheese.Foldeachsandwichclosedtoserve.
39
T-BoneSteakwithParmesan-DustedMushrooms
Ingredients
Directions
1beefT-boneorPorterhouse
steak,cut1inchthick
1tablespoonbutter
2tablespoonsdrybreadcrumbs
1tablespoongratedParmesan
cheese
21/4teaspoonssteakseasoning
blend
8ouncesbuttonmushrooms,cut
intoquarters
1/4cupfinelychoppedgreen
onions
Melt1teaspoonbutterinlargenonstickskilletovermediumheat;
stirinbreadcrumbsandcheese.Cookandstir3to6minutesor
untillightlytoasted.Removefrompan.Setaside.
Press2teaspoonssteakseasoningevenlyontobeefsteak.Place
steakonrackinbroilerpansosurfaceofbeefis3to4inchesfrom
heat.Broil15to20minutesformediumrare(145degreesF)to
medium(160degreesF)doneness,turningonce.
Meanwhile,meltremaining2teaspoonsbutterinsameskilletover
mediumheat.Addmushrooms,greenonionsandremaining1/4
teaspoonsteakseasoning;cookandstir4to6minutesoruntil
mushroomsarejusttenderandlightlybrowned;keepwarm.
Removebonefromsteak;carvecrosswiseintoslices.Servewith
mushrooms.Sprinklecrumbmixtureovermushroomsandsteak.
40
SteakswithCrabSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1teaspoondriedrosemary,
crushed
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
4(8ounce)beefstripsteaks
1tablespoonvegetableoil
SAUCE:
2teaspoonscornstarch
1/4cupwhitewineorchicken
broth
3/4cupheavywhippingcream
1tablespoonDijonmustard
1/2teaspoonprepared
horseradish
1/8teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
1(8ounce)packageimitation
crabmeat,chopped
Combinetherosemary,saltandpepper;ruboversteaks.Inalarge
skilletovermedium-highheat,cooksteaksinoilfor5-8minuteson
eachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,
ameatthermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160
degreesF;well-done,170degreesF)
Meanwhile,inasmallsaucepan,combinethecornstarchandwine
orbrothuntilsmooth.Stirinthecream,mustard,horseradish,salt
andpepper.Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor2minutesoruntil
thickened.Stirincrab;heatthrough.Serveoversteaks.
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NoFunSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupsoysauce
1tablespoonhotsauce
1/2cuporangejuice
6clovesgarlic,chopped
3tablespoonsgratedorangezest
6(6ounce)venisonsteaks
Stirtogetherthesoysauce,hotsauce,orangejuice,garlic,and
orangezest.Marinatethevenisonsteaks2hourstoovernight.
Preheatagrillformedium-highheat.
Removesteaks,anddiscardmarinade.Grilltodesireddoneness,
about7minutestotalformedium,dependingonthickness.
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MyMom'sSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
2(1/2pound)beefsirlointip
steaks
saltandpeppertotaste
1cup(1small)choppedonion
1(16ounce)candicedtomatoes
2cupsslicedfreshmushrooms
(optional)
1stalkcelery,chopped(optional)
1/2cupchoppedgreenbell
pepper(optional)
11/2teaspoonsdriedoregano
1bayleaf
1cupwater(optional)
2tablespoonscornstarch
(optional)
HeatoilinalargeDutchovenovermedium-highheat.Placesteaks
intothepotoneatatime,quicklybrowningoneachside.Remove
steaks,andsetaside.Addtheoniontothepot,andcookover
medium-lowheatuntilwilted,about3minutes.Returnthesteaksto
thepot,andaddthetomatoes,mushrooms,celeryandgreen
pepper.Seasonwithoreganoandaddthebayleaf.
Coverthepot,andcookovermedium-lowheatforabout11/2
hours,oruntilmeatisforktender.Ifyouwishtothickenthegravy,
removethemeattoaplate.Stirtogetherthecornstarchandwater;
stirintothepanjuices.Letsimmerforabout2minutestothicken.
Returnthebeeftothepot.
43
PhillyCheeseSteakPizza
Ingredients
Directions
1(8ounce)packagerefrigerated
crescentrolls
1mediumgreenpepper,chopped
1mediumonion,chopped
1/4teaspoonbeefbouillon
granules
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1/2poundthinlysliceddeliroast
beef
1tablespoonItaliansalad
dressing
11/2cupsshreddedmozzarella
cheese
Unrollcrescentrolldoughandplaceinanungreased13-in.x9-in.x
2-in.bakingpan.Pressontothebottomand1/2in.upthesidesto
formacrust;sealperforations.Bakeat375degreesFfor7-10
minutesoruntillightlybrowned.
Meanwhile,inalargeskillet,sautethegreenpepper,onionand
bouilloninoiluntilvegetablesaretender;setaside.Arrangebeef
overcrust.Brushwithsaladdressingandsprinklewithmozzarella
cheese.Bake4-5minuteslongeroruntilcheeseismelted.Topwith
greenpeppermixture.Cutintosquares.
44
Joel'sGuinnessSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2cupsredwine
1(12fluidounce)canorbottle
Irishstoutbeer
3fluidouncesWorcestershire
sauce
1/4cupsteaksauce
4(1/2pound)beefsteaks
Inaglassbowlorbakingdish,mixtogethertheredwine,beer,
Worcestershiresauceandsteaksauce.Placesteaksintothe
marinade,coverandrefrigerateforatleast24hourstoallowthe
alcoholtogetthemeatgoodandsoft.
Preheatyouroven'sbroiler.
Placesteaksonarackoverabroilingpan.Arrangetheshelfsothat
thesteaksareabout5inchesawayfromtheheatsource.Broilfor5
to7minutesoneachside,ortodesireddoneness.
Pourthemarinadeintoasaucepan,andbringtoaboilovermedium
heat.Boilforabout15minutes.Repeatedlystrainthemixtureto
removetheproteins(foamysubstance).Notdoingthiswillmakeit
tastebad.Oncethemarinadehasbeencookeddowntoremoveall
ofthemeatproteinsandalcohol,useasasauce.
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California-ThaiFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cupsoysauce
1/4cupricevinegar
1/4cupricewine
1/4cupfreshlimejuice
2tablespoonsdarksesameoil
1/2smallredonion,chopped
1/4cupchoppedfreshbasil
1/4cupchoppedfreshmint
3tablespoonsslicedlemongrass
3tablespoonscrushedpeanuts
3tablespoonschilepaste
1tablespoongroundcoriander
1/2teaspoongarlicsalt
2poundsflanksteak
Inalargebowl,combinesoysauce,ricevinegar,ricewine,lime
juiceandsesameoil.Stirinonion,basil,mint,lemongrassand
crushedpeanuts.Seasonwithchilepaste,corianderandgarlicsalt.
Layerflanksteakwithmarinade.Refrigerate6hoursorovernight.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformediumhighheat,andlightlyoilgrate.
Sprayalargesheetofaluminumfoilwithnon-stickcookingspray.
Drainliquidfrommarinade.Layermeatonfoilwiththeremaining
non-liquidmarinadeingredients.Foldedgesoffoiltoseal,thengrill
for20minutes.
46
AsianFlankSteakStir-Fry
Ingredients
Directions
4ouncesuncookedAsianrice
noodles
2teaspoonscornstarch
3tablespoonssoysauce
2tablespoonsricewinevinegar
2tablespoonshoisinsauce
1teaspoonmincedgingerroot
1teaspoonmincedgarlic
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
1(14ounce)packagefrozenstir
fryvegetableblend
11/2cupsshreddedcarrots
2teaspoonssesameoil,divided
11/2poundsbeefflanksteak,cut
intothinstrips
2teaspoonssesameseeds,
toasted
Inalargebowl,soaknoodlesinboilingwaterfor10minutes.
Meanwhile,inasmallbowl,combinethecornstarch,soysauce,
vinegar,hoisinsauce,ginger,garlic,saltandpepperuntilblended;
setaside.
Inalargeskilletorwok,stir-frythevegetableblendandcarrotsin1
teaspoonoilfor2-3minutesoruntilcrisp-tender.Removeandkeep
warm.Inthesamepan,stir-frybeefinremainingoilfor3-4minutes
oruntilnolongerpink.
Stirsoysaucemixtureandaddtopan.Bringtoaboil;cookandstir
for1-2minutesoruntilthickened.Drainnoodles.Stirnoodlesand
vegetablesintobeefmixture;heatthrough.Sprinklewithsesame
seeds.
47
SteakMix-Up
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
11/2poundstopsirloin-cutinto
2inchstrips
salttotaste
groundblackpeppertotaste
garlicpowdertotaste
1teaspoononionpowder
1onion,chopped
1greenbellpepper,chopped
2tomatoes,diced
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1cupmilk
Heatthevegetableoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Addthe
slicedsirloinandsalt,pepper,garlicpowderandonionpowderto
taste.Stirandsautefor5to10minutes,oruntilmeatiswell
browned.
Thenaddtheonionandsautefor5moreminutes.Thenstirinthe
chilepeppersORbellpeppers,tomatoes,soupandmilk.Mixthisall
togetherwell,reduceheattolowandsimmerfor10to15minutes,
stirringoften.
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Tortellini,Steak,andCaesar
Ingredients
Directions
1(9ounce)packagecheese
tortellini
1poundflanksteak
garlicpowdertotaste
saltandpeppertotaste
1tablespoonoliveoil
2headsromainelettuce,torninto
bite-sizepieces
2(2.25ounce)canssmallpitted
blackolives,drained
1cupCaesar-stylecroutons
2smallfreshtomatoes,chopped
1(8ounce)bottleCaesarsalad
dressing
Bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwatertoaboil.Placepastainthe
pot,cookfor7to9minutes,untilaldente,anddrain.
Preheattheovenbroiler.Seasonsteakwithgarlicpowder,salt,and
pepper;rubwitholiveoil.Placesteakinabakingdish,andbroil5
minutesoneachside,ortodesireddoneness.Slicediagonallyinto
thinstrips.
Inabowl,tossthecookedtortellini,lettuce,olives,croutons,
tomatoes,anddressing.Topwithsteakstripstoserve.
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Italian-StyleRoundSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupall-purposeflour
11/2teaspoonssalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
2poundsbonelessbeefround
steak,cutintoserving-sizepieces
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1cupwater
1garlicclove,minced
1(15ounce)cantomatosauce
1/2poundfreshmushrooms,
sliced
1mediumonion,sliced
1smallgreenpepper,julienned
2teaspoonssugar
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
1/8teaspoondriedbasil
1(7ounce)packagespaghetti,
cookedanddrained
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinetheflour,saltandpepper.
Addbeef,afewpiecesatatime,andshaketocoat.InaDutch
oven,brownbeefinbatchesinoil;drain.Addwaterandgarlic.
Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmerfor1-1/2hours.
Stirinthetomatosauce,mushrooms,onion,greenpepper,sugar,
oreganoandbasil.Coverandsimmer30-45minuteslongeroruntil
themeatandvegetablesaretender.Serveoverspaghetti.Sprinkle
withParmesancheese.
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CrispySalmonSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupbutterormargarine,
melted
1/2teaspoonsalt
1pinchpaprika
1/2cupcrushedsaltines
1/2cupcrushedpotatochips
2salmonsteaks(1inchthick)
Inashallowbowl,combinethebutter,saltandpaprika.Inanother
bowl,combinesaltinesandchips.Dipbothsidesofsalmonsteaks
inbuttermixture,thencoatwithcrumbs.Broil4-6in.fromtheheat
for5-6minutesoneachsideoruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork.
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Less-ButterSteakDiane
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupbeefbroth
1/2cupdryredwine
11/2cupsslicedmushrooms
1/4cupfinelychoppedshallot
3clovesgarlic,crushed
3teaspoonsfreshlemonjuice
3teaspoonsWorcestershiresauce
1/4teaspoonsalt,ortotaste
1pinchgroundblackpepper,or
totaste
2teaspoonschoppedfresh
parsley
2teaspoonsall-purposeflour
1tablespoonbutter
1poundtrimmedbeeftenderloin,
slightlypounded
Pourthebeefbrothandwineintoalargeskillet,andstirinthe
mushrooms,shallot,garlic,lemonjuice,andWorcestershiresauce.
Simmerovermediumheat,stirringfrequently,untilthemushrooms
reduceinsize,about20minutes.Seasontotastewithsaltand
pepper.
Skimoff2tablespoonsliquidfromthemushroommixture,andpour
intoasmallbowl.Whiskintheflourandblendtomakeasmooth
paste.Stirtheflourmixtureintothemushroommixture.Cookand
stirassaucethickens.Repeatasdesired,addingsmallamountsof
moreflourtomakeathickersauce.Stirintheparsley.Pourthe
sauceintoapan,andkeepwarmuntilneeded.
Usingthesameskillet,meltthebutterovermediumheat.Placethe
tenderloinintheskillet,andcookovermedium-highheat,turning
once,untildesireddegreeofdoneness.Servewithmushroom
sauce.
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SteakswithChipotleSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1(7ounce)canchipotlepeppers
inadobosauce
1/2cupsourcream
1teaspoondriedcilantroflakes
4(8ounce)NewYorkstripsteaks
Choponechipotlepepper;placeinabowl.Add1teaspoonofthe
adobosauce.Stirinsourcreamandcilantro;refrigerate.(Save
remainingpeppersandsauceforanotheruse.)
Grillsteaks,uncovered,overmedium-hotheatfor6-10minuteson
eachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,
ameatthermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160
degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).Servewithsauce.
53
SteakPie
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1poundcubedbeefstewmeat
1largeonion,chopped
1(1ounce)packagedry
mushroomgravymix
1cupwater
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
1pinchsaltandpeppertotaste
1sheetfrozenpuffpastry,thawed
1egg
1tablespoonwater
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Addbeefstew
meat,andcookuntilbrownedontheoutside.Addtheonion;cook
andstiruntiltender,about5minutes.Stirinthemushroomgravy
mixand1cupofwater.SeasonwithWorcestershiresauce,salt,
andpepper.Turnheattolow,andsimmerfor20to30minutes.
Preheattheovento400degreesF(200degreesC).Transferthe
beefmixturetoacasseroledish.Rolloutthepuffpastrytocover
thetopofthecasseroledish.Pressedgesontotherimofthedish
toseal.Whisktogethertheeggand1tablespoonofwaterinasmall
cupusingafork.Brushoverthetopofthepastry.
Bakefor20minutesinthepreheatedoven,untilthepastryispuffed
andgoldenbrown.
54
SalisburySteak
Ingredients
Directions
3poundsleangroundbeef
11/2poundsleangroundpork
1cuptomato-peeled,seeded
anddiced
3eggs,lightlybeaten
1onion,chopped
2tablespoonschoppedgarlic
1tablespoonsalt
11/2teaspoonsblackpepper
Preheatovento300degreesF(150degreesC).Lightlygreasea
largeshallowbakingdish.
Inalargebowl,combinegroundbeef,groundpork,tomatoes,eggs,
onion,garlic,saltandpepper.Mixwell.Shapeinto12(4inch)round
patties.Placeinbakingdish.
Bakeinpreheatedovenfor35minutes,oruntilevenlybrown,and
juicesrunclear.
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SteakandSpinachSalad
Ingredients
Directions
6cupsfreshspinach,rinsedand
dried
1/2cupdriedcranberries
1/2cupwalnuthalves
1tomato,sliced
1poundtoproundsteak,thinly
sliced
1pinchsalt
1pinchgroundblackpepper
Arrangespinachonalargeplate.Sprinklewithcranberriesand
walnuts,andarrangetomatoslicesontop.Setaside.
Inanon-stickskillet(oraregularskilletcoatedwithnon-stickspray)
cooksteakovermediumheatuntilnopinkremainsandsteakis
thoroughlycooked.
Arrangecookedsteakoversalad.Sprinklesaltandpepperontop,
anddrizzlewithyourfavoritedressing.Note:Isuggestusingalight
flavoreddressing.Citrusdressingstasteespeciallygoodonthis
salad!
56
PepperSteakwithSquash
Ingredients
Directions
1poundflanksteak,cutintostrips
2tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
1mediumgreenpepper,julienned
1mediumsweetredpepper,
julienned
2mediumzucchini,julienned
1smallonion,cutinto1/4inch
slices
3garliccloves,minced
1cupfreshorfrozensnowpeas
1cupslicedfreshmushrooms
1(8ounce)canslicedwater
chestnuts,drained
3tablespoonscornstarch
1(14.5ounce)canreducedsodiumbeefbroth
2tablespoonsreduced-sodium
soysauce
Hotcookedrice
Inalargeskillet,cooksteakin1tablespoonoilovermedium-high
heatuntilnolongerpink;drain.Removeandkeepwarm.Inthe
sameskillet,heatremainingoil;sautepeppersfor2minutes.Stirin
zucchini,onionandgarlic;cookandstir2minuteslonger.Add
peas,mushroomsandwaterchestnuts.Sauteuntilthevegetables
aretender,about2minutes.Returnbeeftotheskillet.Combine
cornstarch,brothandsoysauceuntilsmooth;addtoskillet.Bring
toaboil;cookandstirfor2minutesoruntilthickened.Serveover
rice.
57
Dad'sSimpleSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupvegetableoil
1/4cupsoysauce
1/4cupredwine
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
4clovesgarlic,minced,ormoreto
taste
Whisktogetherthevegetableoil,soysauce,redwine,
Worcestershiresauce,andgarlicinabowl,andpourintoa
resealableplasticbag.
Tousethemarinade,placethemeatinthebag,coatwiththe
marinade,squeezeoutexcessair,andsealthebag.Marinateinthe
refrigerator8hourstoovernight.Discardthemarinadeafterithas
beenused.
58
FlatIronSteakwithThreePepperRub
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonsmokedpaprika
2teaspoonssalt
1teaspoonbrownsugar
2teaspoonschilipowder
1teaspoonchipotlechilepowder
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoononionpowder
1/2teaspoongroundcumin
2poundsflatironsteaks
Stirtogetherthepaprika,salt,sugar,chilipowder,chipotlepowder,
blackpepper,garlicpowder,onionpowder,andcumininasmall
bowluntilblended.Rubtheseasoningmixallovertheflatiron
steaks,thenwrapthemtightlywithplasticwrap.Marinateinthe
refrigerator2to8hours(thelongerthebetter).
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat,andlightlyoilgrate.
Cookthesteaksonthepreheatedgrilluntilcookedtoyourdesired
degreeofdoneness,about4minutespersideformedium.Allow
thesteakstorestfor5minutesinawarmlocationbeforeslicing.
59
BeefSteaksWithBlueCheese
Ingredients
Directions
2(6ounce)beeftenderloinfilets,1
1/2inchesthick
2ouncesbluecheese,crumbled
2tablespoonsbutter,softened
2sliceswhitebread,crusts
removedandcubed
1tablespoonoliveoil
2tablespoonsgratedParmesan
cheese
Placemeatonbroilerpan.Broil4-6in.fromtheheatfor5-8minutes
oneachsideoruntilmeatisbrownedandcookedtodesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).
Meanwhile,inabowl,combinethebluecheeseandbutter;set
aside.Inaskillet,sautebreadcubesinoiluntilgoldenbrown.
SprinklewithParmesancheese.Topsteakswithbluecheese
mixtureandsprinklewithcroutons;broil1minutelongeroruntil
cheeseisslightlymelted.
60
SteakandMushroomFlorentine
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1smallonion,sliced
4cupsbabyspinachleaves,
washed
1(10.75ounce)can
Campbell'sCondensedCream
ofMushroomSoupor
Campbell'sCondensed98%
FatFreeCreamofMushroom
Soup
1cupwater
1largetomato,thicklysliced
Freshlygroundblackpepper
Slicebeefintoverythinstrips.
Heat1tablespoonoilinmediumnonstickskilletovermedium-high
heat.Addbeefandcookuntilbrownedandjuicesevaporate,
stirringoften.Removebeef.
Heatremainingoilovermediumheat.Addonionandcookuntil
tender-crisp.Addspinachandcookjustuntilspinachiswilted.
Addsoupandwater.Heattoaboil.Returnbeeftoskilletandheat
through.Servebeefmixtureovertomato.Seasontotastewithblack
pepper.
61
SteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1cupbarbecuesauce
1/4cupsteaksauce
4tablespoonsredwinevinegar
saladdressing
4tablespoonssoysauce
5tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
1tablespoonpreparedmustard
1clovegarlic,minced
saltandpeppertotaste
Inasmall,nonporousbowl,combinethebarbecuesauce,steak
sauce,redwinevinegarsaladdressing,soysauce,Worcestershire
sauce,mustard,garlicandsaltandpeppertotaste.
62
ScrumptiousSalisburySteakinMushroomGravy
Ingredients
Directions
1poundgroundbeef
1egg
3tablespoonscrushedbuttery
roundcrackercrumbs
2tablespoonsfinelychopped
onion
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1/4teaspoonpoultryseasoning
2(4ounce)canssliced
mushroomswithjuice
3tablespoonsbutter
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
3cupsmilk
3cubesbeefbouillon
Inamediumbowl,mixtogetherthegroundbeef,egg,cracker
crumbs,onion,salt,pepperandpoultryseasoningusingyour
hands.Shapeinto6pattiesabout1inchthick.
Frythepattiesinalargeskilletovermedium-highheatfor3to4
minutesperside,oruntilbrowned.Drainoffgrease,andremove
pattiestoaplatter;keepwarm.
Meltthebutterinthesameskillet,andaddthemushrooms.Cook
andstirforabout2minutes.Sprinkletheflourover,andmixinuntil
blended.Stirinthemilkandbeefbouillon.Cookandstirover
mediumheatuntilsmoothandstartingtothicken.Returnthepatties
tothegravyandcookoverlowheat,uncovered,for10minutes,
stirringoccasionally.
63
AsianBarbequedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupchilisauce
1/4cupfishsauce
11/2tablespoonsdarksesameoil
1tablespoongratedfreshginger
root
3clovesgarlic,peeledand
crushed
2poundsflanksteak
Inamediumbowl,whisktogetherchilisauce,fishsauce,sesame
oil,ginger,andgarlic.Setasideafewtablespoonsofthemixturefor
brushingthesteaksduringgrilling.Scoreflanksteakandplaceina
shallowdish.Pourremainingmarinadeoverthesteak,andturnto
coat.Cover,andmarinateintherefrigeratoratleast3hours.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat.
Lightlybrushthegrillingsurfacewithoil.Grillsteak5minutesper
side,ortodesireddoneness,brushingfrequentlywiththereserved
marinademixture.
64
TomatoSteakSandwiches
Ingredients
Directions
3plainbagels,split
6tablespoonscreamcheese
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cutintothinstrips
2teaspoonsvegetableoil
1/8teaspoonsalt
Dashpepper
6tomato
6slicesmozzarellacheese
Placebagelsonanungreasedbakingsheet;spreadwithcream
cheese.Setaside.Inalargeskilletovermediumheat,cookandstir
beefinoilfor3-5minutesoruntilnolongerpink.Seasonwithsalt
andpepper.
Usingaslottedspoon,placebeefonbagels.Topwithtomatoand
mozzarellacheese.Broil8in.fromtheheatfor3-5minutesoruntil
cheeseismeltedandlightlybrowned.
65
RoundSteakandGravyI
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupall-purposeflour
saltandpeppertotaste
garlicpowdertotaste
3poundsroundsteak
1tablespoonoliveoil
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1cupwater
1onion,sliced
1tablespoonbeefbouillon
1(6ounce)packagebeefflavored
stuffingmix
1/3cupwarmwater
4tablespoonsbutter
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Inasmallbowl,mixtogethertheflour,seasonedsalt,groundblack
pepperandgarlicpowdertotaste.Cutthesteakinto3x3inch
squaresandcoatwiththeflourmixture.
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermediumhighheat.Addthesteaks
andsauteuntilbrownedonbothsides.Removemeatandsetaside
ina9x13inchbakingdish.Addthesoup,water,onionandbouillon
totheskillet,allowtoheatthroughandpouroverthemeat.
Inaseparatesmallbowl,combinethestuffingmix,waterandbutter
ormargarine.Mixwellandspreadoverthesteaksandgravy.
Bakeat350degreesF(175degreesC)foratleastonehour,oruntil
steakistender.
66
GrilledHoney-SoyPorkSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2porkbladesteaks,cut1-inch
thick
2smallclovesgarlic,minced
2tablespoonsfinelychopped
onion
2tablespoonslemonjuice
2tablespoonssoysauce
1tablespoonhoney
Combineallingredientsinaself-sealingplasticbag;sealbagand
placeinrefrigerator4to24hours.Removesteaksfrommarinade,
discardingmarinade.Grillovermedium-hotcoals,7minutesper
side,turningonce.
67
ChickenFriedSteakwithCreamPorkSausage
Gravy
Ingredients
Directions
4cupsvegetableoilforfrying
1cupall-purposeflour
1teaspoonsalt
1teaspoonwhitepepper
1teaspoongarlicpowder
3eggs
1clovegarlic,minced
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
parsley
4(4ounce)beeftenderloinfillets,
poundedthin
Heatoilinadeep-fryerorlargesaucepanto350degreesF(175
degreesC).
2linksporksausage
3tablespoonsbutter
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
21/2cupsheavycream
saltandblackpeppertotaste
Inabowl,stirtogether1cupflour,1teaspoonsalt,whitepepper,
andgarlicpowder.Inaseparatebowl,beateggswithgarlicand
parsley.Dredgeeachtenderloinfilletinseasonedflour,dipinegg
mixture,anddipbackintoflourmixture.Shakeoffanyexcessflour.
Gentlyplacethesteaksintothehotoil,2atatime,andcookuntil
goldenbrownonbothsides,about3minutesperside.Drainon
papertowels.
Placethesausagesinasmallskilletovermediumheat,andfry
themuntilverydarkbrownonallsides,about10minutes.Finely
chopthesausages,andsetaside.Inthesameskillet,meltbutter,
andstirin3tablespoonsofflour.Cookthebutter-flourmixtureuntil
itturnsapalebeigecolor,about1minute,thenstirinthesausage,
cream,salt,andblackpepper.Bringthemixturetoasimmer,and
cookuntilthickened,about5minutes.Servesauceoverthefried
steaks.
68
BarbecuedPorkSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
4porkbladesteaks,1to11/4inchesthick
1/2cupbottledbarbecuesauce
1/3cuphoney
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
1teaspoongarlicsalt
1/2teaspoonpreparedmustard
Placesteaksongrillabout4inchesabovemedium-slowcoals.
Cookabout8minutesoneachside.Meanwhile,stirtogether
remainingingredientsinasmallbowl.Brushsteakswithsauceand
continuecooking5minutesmore,turningandbrushingwithsauce.
69
Bubba'sBarbequedSkirtSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4poundstrimmedskirtsteaks
2cupsoliveoil
1cupredwine
2tablespoonsdriedparsley
2tablespoonsdriedbasil
2tablespoonsbalsamicvinegar
2tablespoonssoysauce
6clovesgarlic,crushed
2bayleaves
2cupsbarbequesauce(suchas
SweetBabyRay's)
Makediagonalcutsthroughtheskirtsteakonbothsides.Cut
diagonallyaboutevery1/4to1/2inch,thencutdiagonallyinthe
opposite,perpendiculardirection.Repeatontheothersideofthe
steaktocompletethecrisscrosscutsthatwilltenderizethemeat.
Whenthemeatisprepared,somesectionswillbeverylong.Icut
thelongersectionstokeepthemunder18incheslong.
Whisktogethertheoliveoil,redwine,parsley,basil,balsamic
vinegar,soysauce,garlic,andbayleavesinalargeglassor
ceramicbowl.Addtheskirtsteaksandtosstoevenlycoat.Cover
thebowlwithplasticwrap,andmarinateintherefrigeratorfor8
hourstoovernight.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformediumheat,andlightlyoilthegrate.
Removetheskirtsteaksfromthemarinade,andshakeoffexcess.
Discardtheremainingmarinade.
Cooktheskirtsteakonthepreheatedgrilltoyourdesireddegreeof
doneness,about10minutespersideformedium-well.Oncenearly
finished,brushthesteakswiththebarbequesauceandcookfor2
minutes.Flipthesteaksover,brushwithbarbequesauce,andcook
2minuteslonger.
70
SwissSteakQuickandEasy
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonvegetableoil
2poundscubesteaks,pounded
thinandcutintobite-sizepieces
11/2tablespoonsall-purpose
flour
1mediumonion,chopped
1poundmushrooms,sliced
saltandpeppertotaste
1(1.2ounce)packagebrown
gravymix
2(14.5ounce)cansstewed
tomatoes
1(12ounce)packageeggnoodles
HeatoilinaDutchovenovermediumheat.Dredgesteakstripsin
flour.Workinginbatches,placestripsinhotoil.Fryuntilbrowned
onbothsides.Removetoawarmplatter.Whenallmeatis
browned,returnmeattoDutchoven,andstirinonions,
mushrooms,salt,pepper,gravymix,andstewedtomatoes.Bringto
aboil,thensimmerabout30to45minutes.
About20minutesbeforesteakisfinished,fillalargepotwithwater
andbringtoaboil.Addpasta,andcookuntilaldente,about8to
10minutes;drain.
ServeSwisssteakovernoodles.
71
SteakBrunchallta
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1tablespoonlimejuice
1/4cupchoppedfreshcilantro
3/4cupchoppedfreshtomatoes
1/2cupchoppedredonion
1totastesaltandpeppertotaste
Inamediumbowl,combineWorcestershiresauce,oliveoil,lime
juice,cilantro,tomatoes,redonion,saltandpepper.Placesteakin
ashallownon-metalliccontainerandcoverwithmarinate.
Refrigeratefor1hour.
24ouncesbeeftopsirloinsteak
11/2cupsslicedgreenbell
peppers
11/2cupsslicedfresh
mushrooms
1clovegarlic,crushed
Grillsteakunderapreheatedbroileroronagrillfor4minuteson
onesideand1minuteontheother.Removefromheat,diceinto
smallcubesandsetaside.
Inalightlyoiledskillet,cookandscrambleeggstodesiredfirmness.
Seasonwithhotpeppersauce,saltandpepper.
Pourmarinadeintoamediumsaucepanandbringtoasimmerover
mediumheat.Addgreenpeppers,mushroomsandgarlic;simmer
for10minutes.
Warmtortillasonagrillorinmicrowave.Linetortillaswithmeatand
5eggs,beaten
1totastesaltandpeppertotaste vegetables;placeeggsontop.Wrapandserve.
1/4teaspoonhotpeppersauce
4(10inch)flourtortillas
72
SalsaCubeSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbeefcubesteak
1/2teaspoongroundcumin
saltandpeppertotaste
1greenbellpepper,sliced
1onion,sliced
1(16ounce)jarsalsa
waterasneeded
Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).
Placethesteaksina9x13inchbakingdishandseasonwithcumin
andsaltandpeppertotaste.Arrangethepepperandonionoverthe
meatandpoursalsaoverall,addingsomewaterasneededtothe
bottomofthebakingdish.Coverwithfoil.
Bakeat375degreesF(190degreesC)for30to40minutes.
73
SpicyFlatIronSteakRub
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
1teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoononionpowder
1tablespoonchilipowder
11/2teaspoonsanchochile
powder
1teaspoonchipotlechilepowder
1tablespoonsalt-freeseasoning
blend
saltandblackpeppertotaste
1(2pound)flatironsteak
1/4cupvegetableoil
Mixthebrownsugar,garlicpowder,onionpowder,chilipowder,
anchochilepowder,chipotlechilepowder,salt-freeseasoning
blend,salt,andpeppertogetherinabowluntilthoroughlyblended.
Sprinkleoverbothsidesofthesteak,andrubintothemeat.Cover,
andrefrigerateatleast30minutes,orupto2days.
Beforecooking,drizzlesteakwithvegetableoil,andrubtheoilinto
themeat.Cookasdesired.
74
ChipotleFlankSteakwithCreamyCilantroSauce
Ingredients
Directions
11/2cupsHellmann'sorBest
FoodsLightMayonnaise
1(7ounce)canchipotlepeppers
inadobosauce
2tablespoonslimejuice
1poundbonelessflanksteak
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
cilantro
1/2teaspoongarlicsalt
Process3/4cupHellmann'sorBestFoodsLightMayonnaise,
chiliandlimejuiceinfoodprocessororblenderuntilsmooth.
Arrangesteakinbakingdish.Rubbothsideswithmayonnaise
mixture.Coverandmarinateinrefrigerator30minutes.
Meanwhile,combinecilantro,garlicsaltandremaining3/4cup
Mayonnaiseinsmallbowl;coverandchill.
Grillsteak,turningonce,8minutesoruntildesireddoneness.Slice
steakandservewithcilantrosauce.
75
SteakStir-Fry
Ingredients
Directions
1teaspoonbeefbouillongranules
1cupboilingwater
2tablespoonscornstarch
1/3cupsoysauce
1poundbonelesssirloinsteak,
cutintothinstrips
1garlicclove,minced
1teaspoongroundginger
1/4teaspoonpepper
2tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
1largegreenpepper,julienned
1cupslicedcarrotsorcelery
5greenonionscutinto1-inch
pieces
Hotcookedrice
Dissolvebouilloninwater.Combinethecornstarchandsoysauce
untilsmooth;addtobouillon.Setaside.Tossbeefwithgarlic,
gingerandpepper.Inalargeskilletorwokovermedium-highheat,
stir-frybeefin1tablespoonoiluntilcookedasdesired;removeand
keepwarm.
Heatremainingoil;stir-fryvegetablesuntilcrisp-tender.Stirsoy
saucemixtureandaddtotheskillet;bringtoaboil.Cookandstir
for2minutes.Returnmeattopanandheatthrough.Serveoverrice.
76
StuffedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2cupsdrystuffingmix
1cupboilingwater
2tablespoonsbutterormargarine
11/2poundsflanksteak,
poundedthinforeasyrolling
2greenonions,chopped
1redbellpepper,chopped
1(10.5ounce)canmushroom
gravy
1/4cupredwine
1clovegarlic,minced
2tablespoonsgratedParmesan
cheese
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Inamediumbowl,combinethestuffingmix,waterandbutteror
margarine.Mixwellandletstandfor5minutes.Spoonthestuffing
ontothesteak,leavinga1inchborder.Addthegreenonionsand
theredbellpepper.
Rollfromthelongedgeofthesteakandsecurewithwooden
toothpicks.Placesteakseamsidedownina9x13inchbakingdish.
Inaseparatesmallbowl,combinethegravy,wineORapplejuice,
garlicandcheese.Mixwellandpouroverthesteak.
Bakeat350degreesF(175degreesC)for1hour,removefrom
ovenandletstandbeforeslicing.
77
CitrusTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1pinkgrapefruit
1/4cuplemonjuice
1/4cuplimejuice
2tablespoonshoney
1tablespoonsnippedfreshdill
1teaspooncrushedredpepper
flakes
1/2teaspoongroundginger
4(6ounce)tunasteaksorfillets
Peelandsectiongrapefruitoverabowl,reservingjuice.Refrigerate
halfofthegrapefruitsections.Addremaininggrapefruittothe
reservedgrapefruitjuice.Addthelemonjuice,limejuice,honey,dill,
redpepperflakesandginger.Remove1/4cupforbasting;cover
andrefrigerate.Pourremainingmarinadeintoalargeresealable
plasticbag;addthetunasteaks.Sealbagandturntocoat;
refrigeratefor30minutes,turningonce.
Coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspraybeforestartingthegrill.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefromtuna.Grilltuna,uncovered,over
mediumheatfor6-7minutesoneachside,bastingfrequentlywith
reservedmarinade.Toptunasteakswithreservedgrapefruit
sections.Coverandcookfor5minutesoruntilfishflakeseasily
withafork.
78
SassySteakMarinadeandSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbeefsirloinsteaks
1tablespoonoliveoil
2/3cupcocktailsauce
1/4cuphoney
3tablespoonssoysauce
3clovesgarlic,crushed
1/4teaspoonseasoningsalt,orto
taste
1tablespoonoliveoil
8ouncesslicedfreshmushrooms
Piercesteaksalloverwithafork,andplacethemintoaresealable
freezerbag.Inamediumbowl,stirtogether1tablespoonofolive
oil,cocktailsauce,honey,soysauce,garlic,andseasoningsalt.
Pouroverthesteaksinthebag,seal,andrefrigeratefor30minutes
orupto6hours,turningfrequently.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat.Whengrillisheated,
lightlyoilthegrate.
Removesteaksfrommarinade,reservingmarinade.Grillforabout7
minutesoneachside,ortoyourdesireddegreeofdoneness.
Whilesteaksaregrilling,heattheremainingtablespoonofoliveoil
inaskilletovermediumheat.Addmushrooms,andcookuntil
tender.Pourinreservedmarinade,andbringtoaboil.Boilfor5
minutes,oruntilthickened.Servewithsteaks.
79
PepperSteakPacket
Ingredients
Directions
1(1/2pound)sirloinsteak,cutinto
bitesizestrips
1redbellpepper,chopped
1greenbellpepper,chopped
1yellowbellpepper,chopped
1sweetonion,chopped
1pintcherrytomatoes
1zucchini,chopped
2tablespoonsbutter
1/4cupsteaksauce
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformediumhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Placethesteakstripsonapieceoffoillargeenoughtoholdthe
meatandsomevegetables.Layerwiththered,greenandyellow
peppers,choppedonion,cherrytomatoesandchoppedzucchini.
Dotwithbutter,anddrizzlewithsteaksauce.Foldedgesoffoilto
sealthepacketwell.
Grillovermediumhighheatfor45to60minutes.Abouthalfway
throughcooking,flipthepacket,beingcarefulnottopunctureit.
(Note:Becarefulwhenopeningfoilpacketasthesteamthat
escapeswillbeveryhot.)
80
BakedSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2poundbonelessroundsteak
2tablespoonsall-purposeflour,
divided
1/2teaspoonsalt
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1(14.5ounce)canstewed
tomatoes
1/2cupchoppedcarrot
1/4cupchoppedcelery
1tablespoonchoppedonion
1/4teaspoonWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonssharpCheddar
cheese
Cutmeatintotwoportions;poundto1/4-in.thickness.Combine1
tablespoonflourandsalt;coatmeatonbothsides.Inaskillet,
brownmeatinoil.Transfermeattoagreasedshallow2-qt.baking
dish;setaside.
Topandrippings,addtomatoes,carrot,celery,onion,
Worcestershiresauceandremainingflour.Bringtoaboilover
mediumheat;cookandstirfor2minutes.Pourovermeat.Cover
andbakeat350degreesFfor1-1/2hoursoruntilthemeatis
tender.Sprinklewithcheese;returntotheovenuntilcheeseis
melted.
81
BarbequedBeefSteakwithOrangeMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
2poundstopsirloin,2inches
thick
2clovesgarlic,minced
1tablespoonmincedfreshginger
root
2oranges,juiced
Makecrisscrosscutsonsurfaceofmeatonbothsides,andplacein
ashallowdish.Reserve1/2cuporangejuice.Mixremainingorange
juicewithgarlicandginger.Pourovermeat,andmarinatein
refrigeratorforatleast6hours.
Preheatgrillformediumheat.
Brushgratewithoil,andplacesteakongrill.Cookfor10to12
minutesperside,oruntildone.Removefromgrill,andrestfor
severalminutes.
Meanwhile,heatreservedorangejuice.Slicemeat,andtransfertoa
servingplatter.Pourheatedorangejuiceoverthemeat.
82
Slow-CookedRoundSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupall-purposeflour
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
2poundsbeefroundsteak,cut
intoserving-sizepieces
6teaspoonsvegetableoil,divided
1mediumonion,thinlysliced
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup,
undiluted
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinetheflour,saltandpepper.
Addbeef,afewpiecesatatime,andshaketocoat.Inalarge
skillet,brownmeatonbothsidesin4teaspoonsoil.Placeina5-qt.
slowcooker.
Inthesameskillet,sauteonioninremainingoiluntillightlybrowned;
placeoverbeef.Combinethesoup,oreganoandthyme;pourover
onion.Coverandcookonlowfor7-8hoursoruntilmeatistender.
83
FlankSteakwithAvocadoSalsa
Ingredients
Directions
3avocados-peeled,pittedand
diced
1/2onion,minced
2Roma(plum)tomatoes,diced
1clovegarlic,pressed
1bunchfreshcilantro,chopped
1teaspoongroundcumin
2teaspoonscrushedredpepper
flakes
3tablespoonslimejuice
3tablespoonsoliveoil
saltandblackpeppertotaste
Placetheavocados,onion,tomato,garlic,andcilantrointoamixing
bowl.Seasonwith1teaspooncumin,2teaspoonsredpepper
flakes,limejuice,andoliveoil.Seasontotastewithsaltandpepper,
andstirgentlyuntilevenlycombined;setaside.
1tablespoonkoshersalt
2tablespoonsgroundcumin
1teaspooncrushedredpepper
flakes
2teaspoonsgroundblackpepper
1tablespoongroundcoriander
1tablespoonchilipowder
1teaspoongroundcinnamon
1(11/2-pound)flanksteak
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat,andlightlyoilthe
grate.Combinethekoshersalt,2tablespoonscumin,1teaspoon
crushedredpepper,coriander,chilipowder,andcinnamonina
bowl;setaside.
Drytheflanksteakwithpapertowels,andrubthespicemixture
ontobothsides.Cookonthepreheatedgrilluntiltheflanksteak
startstofirm,andisreddish-pinkandjuicyinthecenter,about4
minutesperside.Aninstant-readthermometerinsertedintothe
centershouldread130degreesF(54degreesC).Removethesteak
fromthegrill,coverwithaluminumfoil,andletrest5minutesbefore
slicingagainstthegrain.Arrangeontoaplatter,andtopwithsalsa
toserve.
84
SimplyElegantSteakandRice
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsbonelessround
steak
11/2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1onion,diced
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1/2cupsherry
11/2teaspoonsgarlicsalt
1(4.5ounce)canmushrooms,
drained,liquidreserved
Cutsteakintothinstrips.Inalargeheavyskillet,onhighheat,
brownmeatinoil.Addonions.Sauteuntiltender.
Blendsoup,sherry,liquidfrommushrooms,andgarlicsalt.Pour
oversteak.Addmushrooms.Reduceheat,coverandsimmerfor1
houroruntilsteakistender.Meanwhile,cooktherice.
Tocookrice:Inasaucepan,bring2cupsofwatertoaboil.Stirin1
cupofrice.Coverandreduceheattoasimmer.Simmerfor20
minutes.
1cupwhiterice
2cupswater
85
PhillySteakSandwich
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbeefsirloin,cutintothin
2inchstrips
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonblackpepper
1/2teaspoonpaprika
1/2teaspoonchilipowder
1/2teaspoononionpowder
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
1/2teaspoondriedmarjoram
1/2teaspoondriedbasil
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
1onion,sliced
1greenbellpepper,julienned
3ouncesSwisscheese,thinly
sliced
4hoagierolls,splitlengthwise
Placethebeefinalargebowl.Inasmallbowl,mixtogethersalt,
pepper,paprika,chilipowder,onionpowder,garlicpowder,thyme,
marjoramandbasil.Sprinkleoverbeef.
Heathalfoftheoilinaskilletovermedium-highheat.Sautebeefto
desireddoneness,andremovefrompan.Heattheremainingoilin
theskillet,andsautetheonionandgreenpepper.
Preheatovenonbroilersetting.
Dividethemeatbetweenthebottomsof4rolls,layerwithonionand
greenpepper,thentopwithslicedcheese.Placeoncookiesheet,
andbroiluntilcheeseismelted.Coverwithtopsofrolls,andserve.
86
SimpleSalisburySteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1(10.75ounce)can
Campbell'sCondensedCream
ofMushroomSoup(Regular,98%
FatFreeor25%LessSodium)
1poundgroundbeef
1/3cupdrybreadcrumbs
1smallonion,finelychopped
1egg,beaten
1tablespoonvegetableoil
11/2cupsslicedmushrooms
Mixthoroughly1/4cupsoup,beef,breadcrumbs,onionandegg.
Shapefirmlyinto4patties,1/2inchthick.
Heatoilinskillet.Cookpattiesuntilbrowned.Pourofffat.Add
remainingsoupandmushrooms.Heattoaboil.Coverandcook
overlowheat10minutesoruntildone.
87
GrilledHangerSteakwithaRoastedShallotPort
DemiSauceandGrilledGarlicGreenBeans
Ingredients
Directions
4(6ounce)hangersteaks-fat
andsilverskintrimmed
11/2tablespoonscanolaoil
saltandpeppertotaste
1poundfreshgreenbeans,
trimmed
2clovesgarlic,minced
1/4cupcanolaoil
1pinchsaltandpeppertotaste
1cupwater
1/4cupwhitesugar
4wholeshallots
3fluidouncesportwine
1cupdemiglace
1/2cupbutter,roomtemperature
Lightlycoverthesteakswithcanolaoilandseasongenerouslywith
saltandpepper;coverandplaceinrefrigeratoruntilreadytogrill.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat,andlightlyoilthe
grate.Placeasheetofaluminumfoilonabout1/3ofthegrill
surface.
Bringalargepotofgenerouslysaltedwatertoaboil.Cookthe
greenbeansintheboilingwateruntilheatedthroughyetstillfirm,5
to7minutes.Drain.Transfertoalargebowl.Addthegarlicand1/4
cupofcanolaoiltothegreenbeansandtosstocoat.Seasonwith
saltandpepper;setaside.
Stirthewater,sugar,andshallotstogetherinasaucepanuntilthe
sugardissolves;coverthepanandbringthemixturetoaboil.Drain
theliquidandreturntheshallotstothepan.Addtheportwineand
demiglacetothesaucepanandplaceovermediumheat;cookuntil
theliquidreducestoabouthalfitsoriginalvolume.Stirthebutter
intothemixtureuntilitmelts.Removethepanfromtheheat.
Seasonwithsaltasneeded.Keepthesaucepancovereduntilthe
steaksareprepared.
Spreadthegreenbeansontothepartofthegrillpreparedwith
aluminumfoilandallowtofinishcookingwhilegrillingthesteaks.
Cookthesteaksuntiltheystarttofirm,andarereddish-pinkand
juicyinthecenter,about2minutesperside.Aninstant-read
thermometerinsertedintothecentershouldread130degreesF(54
degreesC).Allowthesteakstorest5minutesbeforeplacingonto
individualplates.Spoonthesauceoverthesteaks.Servethegreen
beansontheside.
88
SteakFajitas
Ingredients
Directions
1poundleansteak,cutintostrips
1/2cupfreshlimejuice
1/2tablespoongroundblack
pepper
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
cilantro
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1largeonion,cutintothinstrips
1juliennedgreenbellpepper
2lemons,quartered
saltandpeppertotaste
6(12inch)flourtortillas
Combinethelimejuice,groundpepperandcilantroinashallow
dish.Placesteakstripsintothemarinadeandrefrigeratefortwoto
fourhours.
Heat1tablespoonvegetableoilinalargeskilletovermedium-high
heat.Addsteakstrips,andfryuntilcookedtoyourliking.Remove
meatandsetaside.
Addremainingoilandonionstotheskillet.Cookovermediumlow
heat,untiltranslucent,stiringreenpeppersandsteak.Squeezethe
juiceof1lemonoverthetopandstir.Whenthegreenbellpeppers
arejusttenderremovethepanfromtheheat.Seasonwithsaltand
peppertotaste.Servethesteakfajitaswithtortillasandlemon
wedgesontheside.
89
SteaknAlePie
Ingredients
Directions
1/2(17.5ounce)packagefrozen
puffpastry,thawed
1tablespoonlard
1/2poundcubedbeef
1/4poundcarrots,diced
1/4poundturnips,diced
1/2poundpeeledandcubed
potatoes
1/4poundonions,diced
1cupwater
1cupbitterale
1tablespooncornstarch
1/4cupcoldwater
saltandpeppertotaste
Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).
Heatalargeskilletoverhighheat.Addlard,thenmeat.Tosstocoat
meat,andsautejustlongenoughtobrownmeatonallsides.
Removefromheat.Placemeatina1quartbakingdish.Add
carrots,turnip,potatoes,andonion.Mixwell.
Place1cupwaterandaleinasmallsaucepan.Bringtoasimmer.
Mixcornstarchwith1/4cupcoldwateruntilsmooth.Slowlypour
cornstarchmixtureintosimmeringalemixture,whiskingconstantly.
Continuetosimmeruntilmixturehasthickened.Addsaltand
peppertotaste.Pourmixtureovermeatandvegetables.Trimpuff
pastrytofitovertopoffilling.
Bakeinpreheatedovenfor45to50minutes,untilpastryisdeep
goldenbrown.
90
AvocadoSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2cupswater
1cupuncookedlong-grainwhite
rice
1(16ounce)canrefriedbeans
salttotaste
garlicpowdertotaste
1tablespoonoliveoil
2smallonions,chopped
4beefsteaks
2avocados-peeled,pittedand
sliced
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilgrate.
Inamediumsaucepan,bringwatertoaboil.Stirinrice,reduce
heat,cover,andsimmerfor20minutes.
Placerefriedbeansinamediumsaucepanovermediumheat,and
seasonwithsaltandgarlicpowder.Cook,stirringoccasionally,until
heatedthrough.
Heatoilinamediumskilletovermediumheat.Sauteonionsuntil
brownedandtender.
Onthepreparedgrill,cooksteaks7to10minutes,toaninternal
temperatureof145degreesF(65degreesC).
Spreadsteakswithrefriedbeans,andtopwithonionsandavocado
slices.Serveoverrice.
91
Mom-Mom'sPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
2greenbellpeppers,cutinto
strips
2redbellpeppers,cutintostrips
11/2poundsroundsteak,cutinto
strips
1onion,grated
1cupcrushedtomatoes
1/2cupwater
31/2teaspoonswhitesugar
saltandpeppertotaste
Heatthevegetableoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat,andcook
andstirthegreenandredpeppersuntiltender,about10minutes.
Removethepeppersfromthepanandsetaside.
Placethesteakstripsintotheskilletwiththegratedonion,and
cookandstirforabout10minutes,untilthesteakisevenly
brownedandnolongerpinkinside.Returnthecookedpeppersto
theskillet,andstirintomatoes,water,andsugar.Sprinklewithsalt
andpeppertotaste.
Simmeroverlowheatfor45minutesto1hour,stirringoccasionally,
untilthesteakistenderandthesaucehasthickened.
92
GrilledChuckSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4garliccloves,minced
1/4cupoliveoil
1cupredwinevinegar
2/3cupketchup
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2teaspoonssugar
2teaspoonsdriedbasil
1(3pound)bonelesschucksteak
(11/2inchesthick)
Inasmallsaucepan,sautegarlicinoilfor3-4minutesoruntil
tender;removefromtheheat.Ina4-cupmeasure,combinethe
vinegar,ketchup,Worcestershiresauce,sugar,basilandgarlic.
Pour1cupmarinadeintoalargeresealableplasticbag;addthe
meat.Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigerateforatleast6hoursor
overnight.Coverandrefrigerateremainingmarinade.
Coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspraybeforestartingthegrill.
Preparegrillforindirectheat.Drainanddiscardmarinadefrom
steak.Grillsteak,uncovered,overmediumheatuntilbrownedon
eachside.
Movesteaktoindirectsideofgrill.Grill,covered,for45-50minutes
oneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(formediumrare,ameatthermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160
degreesF;well-done,170degreesF),bastingoccasionallywith
marinade.
93
DeepFriedPorkSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1quartvegetableoilfordeep
frying
2cupsall-purposeflour
2tablespoonsgarlicpowder
4tablespoonsseasonedsalt
1teaspoonchilipowder
1teaspooncinnamon
1teaspooncoriander
1teaspoondriedbasil
1teaspooncumin
1teaspoongroundturmeric
1teaspoonpaprika
1tablespoonsalt
4poundsporksteaks
Heatoilinadeepfatfryerto375degreesF(190degreesC).
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinetheflour,garlicpowder,
seasonedsalt,chilipowder,cinnamon,coriander,basil,cumin,
groundturmeric,paprika,andsalt.Placeporksteaksinthebagone
atatime;seal,andshaketocoat.
Oneatatime,placeporksteakintohotoil,andcookuntilitturns
deepbrownandfloats.Removetopapertowels.Repeatprocess
withremainingporksteaks.
94
SteakNGravy
Ingredients
Directions
4(4ounce)venisonsteaks
1cupall-purposeflour
2tablespoonsgroundbayleaves
1pinchsaltandpepper
4tablespoonsoliveoil,divided
1/2onion,chopped
6freshmushrooms,sliced
1tablespoonmincedgarlic
1(10.5ounce)canbeefgravy
1/4cupmilk
Cutallfatandgristleoffthemeat,andpoundeachsteakoutwitha
meattenderizeruntiltheyarethinbutnottearing.Inashallowbowl,
combineflour,bayleaf,saltandpepper.Dredgesteaksintheflour
mixtureuntilevenlycoated.
Heat1tablespoonoliveoilinalargeheavyskilletovermedium
heat.Sauteonionsuntilsoftandtranslucent.Stirinmushroomsand
garlic,andcookuntiltender.Removefromskilletandsetaside.
Heatremainingoil,andfryeachsteakfor2minutesoneachside,or
untilgoldenbrown.Returnonionmixturetoskillet.Stiringravyand
milk.Reduceheat,cover,andsimmerfor30to40minutes.Stir
occasionallytopreventsticking.
95
FlankSteakRoll-Up
Ingredients
Directions
1(4ounce)canmushroomstems
andpieces,undrained
2tablespoonsbutterormargarine,
melted
1(6ounce)packageseasoned
stuffingmix
13/4poundsbeefflanksteak
1(.75ounce)packetdrybrown
gravymix
1/4cupchoppedgreenonion
1/4cupdryredwineorbeefbroth
Inbowl,tossthemushrooms,butteranddrystuffingmix.Spread
oversteaktowithin1in.ofedges.Rollupjelly-rollstyle,starting
withalongside;tiewithkitchenstring.Placeinaslowcooker.
Preparegravymixaccordingtopackagedirections;addonionsand
wineorbroth.Pourovermeat.Coverandcookonlowfor8-10
hours.Removemeattoaservingplatterandkeepwarm.Strain
cookingjuicesandthickenifdesired.Removestringfromroll-up;
sliceandservewithgravy.
96
ChinesePepperRoundSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeefroundsteak,cut
intothinstrips
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
tomatosoup
1(10.5ounce)canbeef
consomme
4mediumgreenbellpeppers,cut
into1inchpieces
1/4cupsoysauce
2tablespoonscornstarch
1teaspoonwhitesugar
1/4teaspoongroundginger,orto
taste
1/4teaspoongarlicsalt
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
11/2cupshotcookedrice
Heattheoilinaskilletovermedium-highheat,andquicklycook
andstirtheslicedbeefforabout10minutes,untilthemeathas
beguntobrownandisnolongerpinkinside.Removebeeffrom
skilletandsetaside.
Whisktogetherthetomatosoup,beefconsomme,greenpeppers,
soysauce,cornstarch,sugar,ginger,garlicsalt,andpepperina
saucepanovermediumheat.Bringthesaucetoasimmer,stiruntil
thickened,andsimmerforabout10minutes,stirringoccasionally,
untilthegreenpeppershavebeguntocook.Stirinthebeef,and
simmerfor20moreminutesuntilthepeppersarecookedandthe
flavorshaveblended.Serveoverhotcookedrice.
97
SteakTacoswithSpicyYogurtSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1poundtoproundsteak,cutinto
smallpieces
2tablespoonsoliveoil
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
cilantro
1teaspoongroundcumin
1tablespoondriedoregano
1pinchcayennepepper,orto
taste
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
Placethesteakbetweentwosheetsofheavyplastic(resalable
freezerbagsworkwell)onasolid,levelsurface.Firmlypoundthe
beefwiththesmoothsideofameatmallettoathicknessof1/8
inch.Combinetheoliveoil,2tablespoonsofcilantro,cumin,
oregano,1pinchofcayenneinalargeglassorceramicbowl;
seasontotastewithsaltandpepper.Addthebeefandtossto
evenlycoat.Coverthebowlwithplasticwrap,andmarinateinthe
refrigeratorfor30minutes.
2cupsplainyogurt
1/2cupmayonnaise
1pinchcayennepepper
1tablespoondrieddillweed
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
cilantro
1lime,juiced
salttotaste
Mixyogurtandmayonnaiseinaseparatebowl.Stirin1pinchof
cayennepepper,dillweed,2tablespoonsofcilantro,limejuice,and
salt.Coverthebowlwithplasticwrapandrefrigerateuntilreadyto
serve.Combine11/4cupofcilantroandonioninabowl.Setaside.
Heatalargeskilletovermedium-highheatandstirinthesteak.
Cookandstiruntilthebeefisevenlybrowned.Drainanddiscard
anyexcessgrease.Heatanotherskilletovermediumheat.Place
onetortillaintheskilletandsprinklewithcheeseandcookedsteak.
Topwiththeonionmixture,thencarefullyfoldthetortillainhalf.
Cookuntillightlycrisponeachside.Repeatwithremainingtortillas.
Servewithyogurtsauceontheside.
11/4cupschoppedfreshcilantro
1onion,finelychopped
8(7inch)flourtortillas
1cupshreddedMexicancheese
blend
98
ChickenFriedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2pound(1/2inchthick)
bonelesssirloinsteak
1/4cupall-purposeflour
1/4cupseasonedbreadcrumbs
1egg
2teaspoonswater
3tablespoonscanolaoil
COUNTRYGRAVY:
2tablespoonsall-purposeflour
11/4cups2%milk
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonwhitepepper
Flattensteakto1/4-in.thickness.Cutintotwoserving-sizepieces.
Placeflourandbreadcrumbsinseparateshallowbowls.Inanother
shallowbowl,beateggandwater.Coatsteakswithflour,thendip
intoeggmixtureandcoatwithcrumbs.
Inalargeskillet,cooksteaksinoilovermediumheatfor1-2
minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness.
Removeandkeepwarm.
Forgravy,stirflourintopandrippingsuntilblended,loosening
brownedbits.Graduallystirinmilk.Bringtoaboilovermedium
heat;cookandstirfor2minutesoruntilthickened.Seasonwithsalt
andpepper.Servewithsteaks.
99
GrilledHamSteakKabobswithPeachSlaw
Ingredients
Directions
1Cook'sbrandBone-InThick
CutHamSteak
Wooden(soakedinwater)or
metalskewers
11/2teaspoonsMoroccanSpice*
1tablespoonoliveoil
2tablespoonsredbellpepper,
diced
4peaches,sliced
3ouncessnowpeas,julienne
1tablespoonmint,chopped
1tablespoonricewinevinegar
2teaspoonswholegrainmustard
2teaspoonssugar
Pinchofcayennepepper
1tablespoonoliveoil
Saltandpeppertotaste
Preparecharcoalorgasgrill.Cuthamsteakin1by3-inchstrips
andplaceonwatersoakedwoodenskewers.SprinkleonMoroccan
spiceandoliveoil.Placeskewersongrillovermediumheatuntil
goldenbrown.
Combineremainingingredientsandmixwell.Setaside.
Scooppeachslawonaplateandlaykabobsontop.
*MoroccanSpice:
3teaspoonsgroundcinnamon
2teaspoonsgroundcumin
1teaspoongroundginger
1teaspoonturmeric
100
SteakFajitas
Ingredients
Directions
11/4poundsflanksteak
2largeredand/orgreenbell
peppers,quartered
1mediumonion,cutinto1/2-inchthickslices
3tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
2teaspoonschilipowder
1(5.4ounce)packageKnorr
FiestaSides-MexicanRice,
preparedaccordingtopackage
directions
8(6inch)fajitasizeflourtortillas,
heated
Seasonsteak,redpeppersandonion,ifdesired,withsaltand
groundblackpepper.Combine2tablespoonsoilandchilipowder;
brushonsteakandvegetables.
Grillorbroilsteakandvegetables,turningonce,untilsteakis
desireddonenessandvegetablesaretender.Letsteakrest10
minutesbeforethinlyslicing.Slicepeppers.
Serveslicedsteak,vegetablesandhotKnorrFiestaSides-
MexicanRiceintortillaswithyourfavoritefajitatoppings.
101
TangyGarlicSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4poundsbeefsirloinsteaks,at
least3/4inchthick
1(16ounce)bottleItaliansalad
dressing
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonsmincedgarlic
1teaspoonoliveoil
saltandpeppertotaste
Scorethesteakslightlyonbothsidesusingasharpknife.Placeina
shallowbakingdish.PourtheItaliandressingandWorcestershire
sauceoverthem,andsprinklewithgarlic.Rubthemarinadeintothe
steaksusingthebackofaspoonorfork.Turnsteaksover,and
repeatontheotherside.Marinateintherefrigeratorfor2to24
hours.
Preheatagrilltomedium-highheat.Oilthegratelightlywithapaper
toweldippedinoliveoil.
Grillsteaksforabout6minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.
Seasonwithsaltandpeppertotastebeforeserving.
102
BakedHalibutSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1teaspoonoliveoil
1cupdicedzucchini
1/2cupmincedonion
1clovegarlic,peeledandminced
2cupsdicedfreshtomatoes
2tablespoonschoppedfreshbasil
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
4(6ounce)halibutsteaks
1/3cupcrumbledfetacheese
Preheatovento450degreesF(230degreesC).Lightlygreasea
shallowbakingdish.
Heatoliveoilinamediumsaucepanovermediumheatandstirin
zucchini,onion,andgarlic.Cookandstir5minutesoruntiltender.
Removesaucepanfromheatandmixintomatoes,basil,salt,and
pepper.
Arrangehalibutsteaksinasinglelayerinthepreparedbakingdish.
Spoonequalamountsofthezucchinimixtureovereachsteak.Top
withfetacheese.
Bake15minutesinthepreheatedoven,oruntilfishiseasilyflaked
withafork.
103
SlicedSteakPizzaiola
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonvegetableoil
11/2poundsbeefflanksteak
2mediumonions,sliced
2clovesgarlic,minced
1teaspoonItalianseasoning,
crushed
2cupsPregoTraditionalItalian
Sauce
Heatoilinskillet.Addsteakandcookabout8minutesoruntil
browned.Removesteak.
Addonions,garlicandItalianseasoningandcookuntiltender.
Returnsteaktopan.Addpastasauce.Cookoverlowheatuntil
desireddoneness(3minutesformedium-rare).
Slicesteakintothindiagonalslices.Servewithsauce.
104
SortaSalisburySteak
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
1cupall-purposeflour,divided
6(4ounce)cubesteaks(pounded
roundmeat)
1largeonion,slicedintostrips
2cupsbeefstock
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
HeattheoilinaDutchoven,ordeepironskillet.Dredgesteaksin
someoftheflour,reservingtherestoftheflour.Brownsteaksinthe
oilafewatatime,andremovetoaplate.Whenallofthesteaksare
browned,placealayerofslicedonionsintotheDutchoven,and
alternatelayersofsteakandonion.Pourinbeefstockand
Worcestershiresauce.
Cover,andbakefor2hoursinthepreheatedoven.Removesteaks
andonionsfromthepan,andwhiskin2tablespoonsofthe
remainingflour.Bringtoaboilovermediumheat,andcook,stirring
untilthickened.Servesteaksandonionswithgravywithmashed
potatoesornoodles.
105
Slow-CookedSteakFajitas
Ingredients
Directions
1(11/2-pound)beefflanksteak
1(14.5ounce)candicedtomatoes
withgarlicandonion,undrained
1jalapenopepper,seededand
chopped*
2garliccloves,minced
1teaspoongroundcoriander
1teaspoongroundcumin
1teaspoonchilipowder
1/2teaspoonsalt
1mediumonion,sliced
1mediumgreenpepper,julienned
1mediumsweetredpepper,
julienned
1tablespoonmincedfreshcilantro
2teaspoonscornstarch
1tablespoonwater
12(6inch)flourtortillas,warmed
3/4cupfat-freesourcream
3/4cupsalsa
Thinlyslicesteakacrossthegrainintostrips;placeina5-qt.slow
cooker.Addtomatoes,jalapeno,garlic,coriander,cumin,chili
powderandsalt.Coverandcookonlowfor7hours.Addonion,
peppersandcilantro.Coverandcook1-2hourslongeroruntilmeat
istender.
Combinecornstarchandwateruntilsmooth;graduallystirintoslow
cooker.Coverandcookonhighfor30minutesoruntilslightly
thickened.Usingaslottedspoon,spoonabout1/2cupmeat
mixturedownthecenterofeachtortilla.Add1tablespooneach
sourcreamandsalsa.Foldbottomoftortillaoverfillingandrollup.
106
StoutSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4(1/2pound)steaks
1(12fluidounce)canorbottle
stoutbeer
1clovecrushedgarlic
1/4cupsoysauce
1(10.5ounce)cancondensed
beefbroth
1/2teaspoondriedsage
1teaspoononionpowder
1teaspoonfreshlygroundblack
pepper
Placesteaksinaflatglassdish.Useabigenoughdishsothat
steakslayflatonthebottom.Tossinyourgarlicandspices.Pour
thebottleofstout,soysauce,andbeefbrothoverthesteaks.Add
justenoughwatertocoverthesteaks.Cover,andletmarinatein
therefrigeratorovernight(oratleastthreehours).
Preheattheoventobroil.Cooksteakstodesireddoneness.
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Greek-StyleRibEyeSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
11/2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
11/2teaspoonsdriedoregano
11/2teaspoonsdriedbasil
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
2beefrib-eyesteaks(11/2inches
thick)
1tablespoonoliveorvegetableoil
1tablespoonlemonjuice
2tablespoonscrumbledfetaor
bluecheese
1tablespoonslicedripeolives
Inasmallbowl,combinethefirstfiveingredients;rubontoboth
sidesofsteaks.Inalargeskillet,cooksteaksinoilfor7-9minutes
oneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(formediumrareameatthermometershouldread145degreesF,medium,160
degreesF,well-done,170degreesF).Sprinklewithlemonjuice,
cheeseandolives.Serveimmediately.
108
WhiskeySteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeefroundsteak,1inch
thick
saltandpeppertotaste
2clovesgarlic,crushed
1/3cupsweet-hotmustard,
divided
4slicesbacon
1tablespoonoliveoil,oras
needed
3tablespoonschoppedfresh
rosemary
2/3cupbourbonwhiskey
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
1tablespoonbrownsugar
1tablespoonlemonjuice
Seasonthesteaksonbothsideswithsaltandpepper.Inasmall
bowl,mixtogetherthegarlicandallbut2teaspoonsofthe
mustard.Placethesteaksonaplate,andspreadhalfofthegarlic
mustardmixtureoveronesideofthem.Letstandfor30minutes.
Heatalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Frybaconuntilcrisp,
thenremovefromthepan,leavingthegrease.Crumblethebacon
andsetaside.
Heatthebacongreaseintheskilletovermedium-highheat,and
addoliveoilifnecessarytocoverthebottomofthepan.Frysteaks
mustardsidedownforabout5minutes,untilgoldenbrown.While
thesteaksarefrying,spreadtheremaininggarlicandmustardover
thetop.Flipthesteaksover,andfryforabout2minutes,until
browned.Removesteakstoaservingplatter,andkeepwarm.
Keeptheskilletovermedium-highheat,andstirintherosemary,
whiskey,reservedmustard,Worcestershiresauce,brownsugar,
andlemonjuice.Simmerforabout2minutes.Topsteakswith
crumbledbaconandthesauce,andserve.
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JalapenoSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4jalapenopeppers,stemmed
4clovesgarlic,peeled
11/2teaspoonscrackedblack
pepper
1tablespooncoarsesalt
1/4cuplimejuice
1tablespoondriedoregano
11/2poundstopsirloinsteak
Combinejalapenos,garlic,pepper,salt,limejuiceandoreganoina
blender.Blenduntilsmooth.
Placesteakinashallowpanorlargeresealableplasticbag.Pour
jalapenomarinadeoverthesteak,andturntocoat.Coverpanor
sealbag;marinateintherefrigerator8hoursorovernight.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilthegrillgrate.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillsteak5minutesperside,orto
desireddoneness.
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GrilledOrangeFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cuporangemarmalade
1/4cupwater
1/4cuppreparedItaliansalad
dressing
1/4cupsoysauce
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
2tablespoonsorangejuice
11/2teaspoonsgratedorange
peel
1teaspoongroundginger
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
3/4poundbeefflanksteak
Inamixingbowl,combinethefirstnineingredients;mixwell.Pour1
cupmarinadeintoalargeresealableplasticbag;Coverand
refrigerateremainingmarinade.Addbeeftothebag.Sealandturn
tocoat;refrigerateforatleast8hoursorovernight,turning
occasionally.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefrombeef.Grill,uncovered,over
mediumheatorbroil4in.fromheatfor10-12minutesoneachside
oruntilbeefreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameat
thermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF),bastingfrequentlywithreserved
marinadeandturningonce.
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PepperSteakwithSquash
Ingredients
Directions
1poundflanksteak,cutintostrips
2tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
1mediumgreenpepper,julienned
1mediumsweetredpepper,
julienned
2mediumzucchini,julienned
1smallonion,cutinto1/4inch
slices
3garliccloves,minced
1cupfreshorfrozensnowpeas
1cupslicedfreshmushrooms
1(8ounce)canslicedwater
chestnuts,drained
3tablespoonscornstarch
1(14.5ounce)canlow-sodium
beefbroth
2tablespoonslightsoysauce
Hotcookedrice
Inalargeskillet,cooksteakin1tablespoonoilovermedium-high
heatuntilnolongerpink;drain.Removeandkeepwarm.
Inthesameskillet,heatremainingoil;sautepeppersfor2minutes.
Stirinzucchini,onionandgarlic;cookandstir2minuteslonger.
Addpeas,mushroomsandwaterchestnuts.Sauteuntilthe
vegetablesaretender,about2minutes.
Returnbeeftotheskillet.Combinecornstarch,brothandsoysauce
untilsmooth;addtoskillet.Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor2
minutesoruntilthickened.Serveoverrice.
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SweetandSpicyMarinadeforSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonshoney
3tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
1/4teaspoonvanillaextract
1teaspooncumin
1tablespoonhickory-flavored
liquidsmoke
1tablespoonoliveoil
1teaspoonmincedonion
1teaspoongarlicpowder
1teaspoonbalsamicvinegar
salttotaste
Whisktogetherthehoney,Worcestershiresauce,vanillaextract,
cumin,liquidsmoke,oliveoil,onion,garlicpowder,balsamic
vinegar,andsaltinasmallbowl.Pourmarinadeoversteaksatleast
30minutesbeforeyoucookthemusingyourpreferredmethod.
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MicrowaveSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsbonelessround
steak(1/4inchthick)
3tablespoonsdryonionsoupmix
1(4ounce)canmushroomstems
andpieces,drained
1(14.5ounce)candicedtomatoes
2tablespoonscornstarch
1/4teaspoonpepper
1dashcayennepepper
Cutsteakintoserving-sizepieces;poundwithamallettotenderize.
Placethesteakinanungreasedshallowmicrowave-safedish.
Sprinklewithsoupmixandmushrooms.Draintomatoes,reserving
liquid;settomatoesaside.Inabowl,combinethecornstarchand
tomatoliquiduntilsmooth.Addpepper,cayenneifdesiredand
tomatoes.Pourovermeat.Coverandmicrowaveonhighfor6-7
minutesoruntilmixturebeginstoboil.Microwave,covered,at50%
powerfor20-25minuteslongeroruntilmeatistender.
114
GrilledSwordfishSteakswithCucumberSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1cucumber-peeled,seeded,and
minced
1cupsourcream
1tablespoonlemonjuice
1teaspoonlemonzest
salttotaste
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat,andlightlyoilthe
grate.
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1/2cupmincedonion
2clovesgarlic,minced
1cuptomato-basedchilisauce
2tablespoonsapplecidervinegar
2teaspoonsWorcestershiresauce
1/8teaspoongroundblack
pepper
Stirthecucumber,sourcream,lemonjuice,andlemonzestina
smallbowluntilcombined.Seasontotastewithsalt,andrefrigerate
untilreadytoserve.Heat2tablespoonsofoliveoilinaskilletover
mediumheat.Stirintheonionandgarlic;cookandstiruntilthe
onionhassoftenedandturnedtranslucent,about5minutes.Pourin
thechilisauce,vinegar,andWorcestershiresauce.Bringtoa
simmerandcook5minutestoblendtheflavors.Seasonwithblack
pepper,andremovefromtheheat.
Brushtheswordfishsteaksonallsideswiththe2teaspoonsof
oliveoil.Cookonthepreheatedgrilluntilthefishisnolonger
translucentinthecenter,andeasilyflakeswithafork,about3
minutesperside.Bastewiththechilisaucewhilegrilling.Servethe
swordfishwithlemonslicesandthecucumbersauce.
2poundsswordfishsteaks,cut1
1/2-inchesthick
2teaspoonsoliveoil
1lemon,thinlysliced
115
MarinatedFlankSteakwithPeppers
Ingredients
Directions
1(11/2-pound)beefflanksteak
MARINADE:
1largeclovegarlic,crushed
1lime,juiceandrind
2teaspoonsoreganoleaves
11/2tablespoonsoliveoilor
vegetableoil
1teaspoonsalt
freshlygroundblackpepper
1largegreenbellpepper
1largeredbellpepper
1largeyellowbellpepper
Placesteakinaheavyplasticbag.Combinemarinadeingredients,
whiskingtoblend.Pourmarinadeoversteak;turntocoat.Sealbag
andrefrigerateovernight.Grillsteakandcharpeppersoverhot
coals.Cooksteakabout10minutespersideformediumdoneness.
Turnpeppersuntilskinsarecharredandblackened;placepeppers
inpapersack,closeandallowtosteamforabout10minutes.
Removeskins;sliceintostripsandkeepwarm.Placesteakon
warmplatter;letstandafewminutesbeforecarving.
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AsianFlairFlatIronSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonssesameoil
1tablespoonmincedgarlic
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoononionpowder
1teaspoonCajunseasoning
1teaspoongreenhotpepper
sauce
2teaspoonssoysauce
1teaspoonteriyakisauce
2teaspoonsbrownsugar
12ouncesflatironsteak
3tablespoonssesameoil
1/2redbellpepper,sliced
2greenonions,chopped
Whisktogether2tablespoonsofsesameoilwiththegarlic,salt,
onionpowder,Cajunseasoning,hotpeppersauce,soysauce,
teriyakisauce,andbrownsugarinabowl,thenpourintoa
resealableplasticbag.Addtheflatironsteak,coatwiththe
marinade,squeezeoutexcessair,andsealthebag.Marinateinthe
refrigeratorfor12hours.
Removetheflatironsteakfromthemarinade,andshakeoffexcess.
Discardtheremainingmarinade.Heattheremaining3tablespoons
ofsesameoilinacastironskilletovermediumhighheatuntilit
beginstosmoke.Searthesteakinthehotoiluntilcookedtoyour
desireddegreeofdoneness,about3minutespersideformedium.
Removethesteakfromtheskilletandsetasidetorestfor5minutes
beforeslicingthinly.Whilethesteakisresting,cookthebellpepper
inthehotskilletuntilitbeginstosoften,about1minute.Stirinthe
greenonions,andcookfor30secondsmore.Servethepepper
mixtureovertheslicedsteak.
117
SlowCookerTenderandYummyRoundSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3potatoes,peeledandquartered
1onion,chopped
6carrots,peeledandslicedinto1
inchpieces
2poundsbonelessroundsteak
1(1ounce)packagedryonion
soupmix
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
3/4cupwater
Placethepotatoes,onion,andcarrotsinslowcooker.Cutsteak
intosixpieces,thenplacethemeatontopofvegetables.Ina
mixingbowl,combinethesoupmix,soup,andwater;pourover
beef.
Cover,andcookonLowfor7to10hours.
118
SteakSubs
Ingredients
Directions
21/2tablespoonssoysauce
2tablespoonswater
groundblackpeppertotaste
2teaspoonscornstarch
1poundbonelesstopround
steak,slicedverythin
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1onion,thinlysliced
4hoagierolls,splitlengthwiseand
toasted
4slicesmozzarellacheese
Inamediumbowl,stirtogetherthesoysauce,water,pepperand
cornstarch.Addthemeat,andmarinateforatleast1/2houror
overnight.
Preheatyouroven'sbroiler.Heattheoilinalargeskilletover
mediumheat.Addonion;cookandstiruntilbrowned.Removefrom
theskilletandsetaside.Addbeefstripstotheskilletandquicklyfry
justuntilbrowned.
Placemeat,cheeseandonionsontobuns,andquicklymeltunder
thebroiler.
119
MushroomCubeSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1/4teaspoonsalt
Dashpepper
2(4ounce)cubesteaks
2tablespoonsbutterormargarine,
divided
1teaspoonDijonmustard
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce,
divided
1/2poundfreshmushrooms,
sliced
1tablespoonchoppedonion
2tablespoonsmincedfresh
parsley
Inashallowbowlorresealableplasticbag,combineflour,saltand
pepper.Addsteaks;dredgeortosstocoat.Inaskilletovermedium
heat,brownsteakin1tablespoonofbutter.Removethesteaks;
spreadeachwith1/2teaspoonmustard.Pour1/4teaspoon
Worcestershiresauceovereach;keepwarm.
Inthesameskillet,sautethemushroomsandonioninremaining
butteruntiltender.AddparsleyandremainingWorcestershire
sauce.Returnsteakstoskillet;coverandsimmerfor5-7minutesor
untilmeatistender.
120
ChickenFriedSteakCubanStyle
Ingredients
Directions
4(4ounce)cubesteaks
2eggs
3cupsdrybreadcrumbs
1tablespoondriedoregano
1teaspoongroundcumin
saltandpeppertotaste
1lemon,sliced
2cupsvegetableoilforfrying
Inashallowdish,combinethebreadcrumbswiththeoregano,
cumin,andsaltandpepper.Beateggsinanothershallowdish.Dip
eachsteakinbeateneggs,andtheninthebreadcrumbmixture.
Makesuretocovereachsteakwellwiththebreadcrumbmixture.
Inalarge,deepskillet,heat1inchoilovermediumhighheat.
Placethesteaksintheoilwhenit'shot(sothatthebreadingwillnot
sticktothepan).Cooksteaks,turningonce,untilbrownforwell
doneandgoldenbrownformedium.Servewithlemonslices.
121
SteakandKidneyPiewithBaconandMushrooms
Ingredients
Directions
1/2poundbeefkidney
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1/4cupall-purposeflour
saltandpeppertotaste
1poundbeefforstew,cutin1
inchpieces
4slicesthickslicedbacon,cut
into1inchpieces
1mediumonion,chopped
1(6ounce)packagesliced
mushrooms
1/2cupbeefstock
1/2cupredwine
4largepotatoes,peeled,cutinto
1-inchchunks
2tablespoonsbutter
1/2cupmilk
1(17.25ounce)packagefrozen
puffpastry,thawed
1egg,beatenwith2teaspoons
water
Cutthekidneysinhalf,andremovethetubesandskins;rinsewell
undercoldrunningwater.Patdry,andcutinto1/2inchdice.Pour
thevegetableoilintoalarge,heavybottompot,andsetover
medium-highheat.Seasontheflourtotastewithsaltandpepperin
abowl.Tossthekidneyandstewmeatintheflour;shakeoffthe
excess.Searthemeatinthehotoiluntilwellbrowned,then
remove.Addthebacontothepotandcookuntilcrisp.Stirinthe
onionandmushroom,andcooktosoften,about2minutes.Pourin
beefstock,wine,andbrownedmeat;bringtoaboil,stirring
constantly,untilthemixturestartstothicken,about5to10minutes.
Reduceheattolow,andsimmer11/2to2hours,untilmeatis
tender.Removefromheat,andcooltoroomtemperature.
Placepotatoesinasaucepanwithenoughwatertocover,overhigh
heat.Bringtoaboil,thenreduceheattomedium-low,andsimmer
untilpotatoesaretender,about20minutes.Drain,thenmashwith
thebutterandmilk;seasonwithsaltandpepper.Allowtocool.
Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).
Pressonesheetofthepuffpastryintoa9inchpiedish,andtrim
theedgestofit.Fillwiththecooledmeatmixture.Spreadmashed
potatoesovertop,aboutoneinchthick.Placetheremainingsheet
ofpuffpastryoverthetopofthepie.Trimtheexcesspastryaround
theedges,thenflutetheedgeswithafork.Brushthetopwiththe
beatenegg.
Bakeinthepreheatedovenfor20to25minutes,oruntilcrustis
golden.
122
HamburgerSteakwithOnionsandGravy
Ingredients
Directions
1poundgroundbeef
1egg
1/4cupbreadcrumbs
1/8teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/2teaspoonseasonedsalt
1/2teaspoononionpowder
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1cupthinlyslicedonion
2tablespoonsall-purposeflour
1cupbeefbroth
1tablespooncookingsherry
1/2teaspoonseasonedsalt
Inalargebowl,mixtogetherthegroundbeef,egg,breadcrumbs,
pepper,salt,onionpowder,garlicpowder,andWorcestershire
sauce.Forminto8balls,andflattenintopatties.
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Frythepattiesand
onionintheoiluntilpattiesarenicelybrowned,about4minutesper
side.Removethebeefpattiestoaplate,andkeepwarm.
Sprinkleflourovertheonionsanddrippingsintheskillet.Stirinflour
withafork,scrapingbitsofbeefoffofthebottomasyoustir.
Graduallymixinthebeefbrothandsherry.Seasonwithseasoned
salt.Simmerandstirovermedium-lowheatforabout5minutes,
untilthegravythickens.Turnheattolow,returnpattiestothegravy,
cover,andsimmerforanother15minutes.
123
GrilledSteakandPotatoSalad
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupredwinevinegar
1tablespoonDijonmustard
2teaspoonsjarredmincedgarlic
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoondriedthymeleaves
1/2teaspoonfreshlygroundblack
pepper
1/2teaspoongranulatedsugar
3/4cupCRISCOOil
11/2poundssmallredpotatoes,
scrubbedandquartered
1poundbonelesssirloin,New
YorkStriporDelmonicosteak
1/2poundfreshgreenbeans,cut
into1-inchpieces
1/2poundwhitemushrooms,
rinsed,stemstrimmedandthinly
sliced
1mediumredbellpepper,seeds
andribsremovedandthinlysliced
1/2smallredonion,peeledand
thinlysliced
1pintcherrytomatoes,rinsedand
halved
Bibborheadlettuceleaves
Whisktogethervinegar,mustard,garlic,salt,thyme,pepperand
sugar.AddCRISCOOil;whiskuntilthoroughlyblended.
Placesteakinre-sealableplasticbag.Pourone-thirdofdressing
overmeat.Marinate30minutes.
Placepotatoesinlargepot.Coverwithcoldwater;addsalt.Bring
toboilonhighheat.Boilfor12-15minutes,oruntiltenderwhen
piercedwithaknife.Drain.Placeinlargemixingbowl.Tosswith
halfofremainingdressing.
Preparegrillorbroiler.
Microwavegreenbeansonhighfor2minutes,oruntilcrisp-tender.
Setaside.Addgreenbeans,mushrooms,redbellpepper,onion
andtomatoestopotatoes;tossgentlytomix.
Removesteakfrommarinade;discardmarinade.Seasonsteakwith
saltandpepper.
Grillsteaktodesireddoneness;allowtorest5minutesbefore
slicingintothinslicesacrossthegrain.
Arrangelettuceleaveson4plates.Topwithvegetablemixture.
Placesteakslicesontop;drizzlewithremainingdressing.Serve
immediately.
124
Jim'sPerfectSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
2cupssoysauce
2cupswater
2tablespoonscidervinegar
6clovesgarlic,minced
2tablespoonsgroundginger
Stirthesoysauce,water,cidervinegar,garlic,andgingertogether
inabowl.Allowmeattomarinateforatleast30minutesbefore
cooking.
125
Parsley-StuffedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(2pound)beefflanksteak
1/2cupmincedfreshparsley
4teaspoonschoppedgarlic
1/2cupgratedRomanocheese
Butterflytheflanksteak,cuttinghorizontallyfromalongsideto
within1/2in.ofoppositeside.Openandplaceonalargepieceof
heavy-dutyaluminumfoil(about18in.square).Sprinkleparsley,
garlicandcheeseovermeattowithin1/2in.ofedges.Rollup
tightlyjell-rollstyle,startingwithalongside.Wraptightlyinfoil.
Placeina13-in.x9-in.x2-in.bakingdish.Bakeat325degreesF
for1-1/2hoursoruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(for
medium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145degreesF;
medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).Wrapandslice
steak.
126
TheBestChickenFriedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4(1/2pound)beefcubesteaks
2cupsall-purposeflour
2teaspoonsbakingpowder
1teaspoonbakingsoda
1teaspoonblackpepper
3/4teaspoonsalt
11/2cupsbuttermilk
1egg
1tablespoonhotpeppersauce(e.
g.Tabasco)
2clovesgarlic,minced
3cupsvegetableshorteningfor
deepfrying
Poundthesteakstoabout1/4-inchthickness.Place2cupsofflour
inashallowbowl.Stirtogetherthebakingpowder,bakingsoda,
pepper,andsaltinaseparateshallowbowl;stirinthebuttermilk,
egg,TabascoSauce,andgarlic.Dredgeeachsteakfirstintheflour,
theninthebatter,andagainintheflour.Pattheflourontothe
surfaceofeachsteaksotheyarecompletelycoatedwithdryflour.
1/4cupall-purposeflour
4cupsmilk
koshersaltandgroundblack
peppertotaste
Heattheshorteninginadeepcast-ironskilletto325degreesF(165
degreesC).Frythesteaksuntilevenlygoldenbrown,3to5minutes
perside.Placefriedsteaksonaplatewithpapertowelstodrain.
Drainthefatfromtheskillet,reserving1/4cupoftheliquidandas
muchofthesolidremnantsaspossible.
Returntheskillettomedium-lowheatwiththereservedoil.Whisk
theremainingflourintotheoil.Scrapethebottomofthepanwitha
spatulatoreleasesolidsintothegravy.Stirinthemilk,raisethe
heattomedium,andbringthegravytoasimmer,cookuntilthick,6
to7minutes.Seasonwithkoshersaltandpepper.Spoonthegravy
overthesteakstoserve.
127
BarbequedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4(1/2pound)beeftopsirloin
steaks
1/2cupvegetableoil
1ouncesteakspiceseasoning
mix
Putoilandsteakspiceonalargeenoughplattertoaccommodate
thesteaks.Coatthesteakwellwiththeoilandspices.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate
Grillsteaksoverhighheattodesireddoneness.
128
FilipinoBeefSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1lemon,juiced
3tablespoonssoysauce
1teaspoonwhitesugar
saltandpeppertotaste
4poundsNewYorkstripsteak,
slicedthin
1tablespooncornstarch
1/4cupvegetableoil
3tablespoonsoliveoil
1onion,chopped
2clovesgarlic,chopped
Whiskthelemonjuice,soysauce,sugar,salt,andpeppertogether
inasmallbowl.Placetheslicedsteakinalargebowl;pourthe
lemonjuicemixtureoverthesteakandtosstocoat.Sprinklewith
thecornstarchandlightlymix.Coverwithplasticwrapand
refrigerateatleast1hour,uptoovernight.
Heat1/4cupvegetableoilinalargeskillet.Removethebeefslices
fromthemarinade,shakingtoremoveanyexcessliquid.Frythe
beefslicesinbatchesinthehotoiluntiltheystarttofirm,andare
reddish-pinkandjuicyinthecenter,2to4minutesperside.
Removethebeefslicesfromtheskilletandsetasideonaserving
platter.
Heattheoliveoilinasmallskilletovermediumheat.Cookandstir
theonionandgarlicinthehotoiluntiltheonionisgoldenbrown,5
to7minutes;pouroverthebeefslices.
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GrilledTunaSteakswithDillSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cuplemonjuice
1/2cupoliveoil
211/4-inch-thicktunasteaks
1/4cupspicybrownmustard
1teaspoonmustardpowder
3tablespoonswhitesugar
2tablespoonswhitewinevinegar
1/3cupoliveoil
3tablespoonsdrieddill
Combinethelemonjuicewith1/2cupoliveoilinasealableplastic
bag;sealandshake.Addthetunasteaksandstoreinrefrigeratorto
marinatewhilethegrillpreheats.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilthegrate.
Whiskthebrownmustard,mustardpowder,sugar,vinegar,and1/3
cupoliveoiltogetherinabowl;stirinthedill.
Removethetunafromthemarinadeanddiscardthemarinade;
cookthesteaksonthepreheatedgrilluntilthefishflakeseasilywith
afork,about6minutesperside.Drizzlethesteakswiththemustard
anddillsaucetoserve.
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TheBestSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupoliveoil
1/4cupbalsamicvinegar
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
1/4cupsoysauce
2teaspoonsDijonmustard
2teaspoonsmincedgarlic
saltandpeppertotaste
Mixoliveoil,balsamicvinegar,Worcestershiresauce,soysauce,
Dijonmustard,andgarlicinasmallbowl.Seasonwithsaltand
pepper.
131
Pan-friedSteakwithMarsalaSauce
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeefchucksteaks,well
trimmed
saltandpeppertotaste
2clovesgarlic,crushed
1/2cupMarsalawine
1/2cupchickenbroth
3tablespoonsbutter
1/4teaspoondriedrosemary,
crushed
Heatalarge,heavyskilletoverhighheatfor2minutes,oruntilvery
hot.Seasonsteakswithsaltandpeppertotaste.
Placesteaksinhotskilletandimmediatelyturndowntheheatto
mediumhigh.Cookfor4minutes.Turnsteaksandcookforan
additional4to6minutes,dependingonyourtastes.Removesteaks
fromskillettoaplatterandcoverwithaluminumfoiltokeepwarm.
Removeskilletfromheat.Quicklysautethegarlicfor1to2minutes
intheskilletusingresidualheat.Returnskillettomediumlowheat
andaddMarsalaandchickenbroth.Bringtoaboilandreducefor3
minutes.
Removepanfromheatandwhiskinbutterandrosemary.Serve
sauceoversteaks.
132
SouthernChickenFriedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2cupsall-purposeflour
salt-freeherbseasoningtotaste
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
2eggs,beaten
2poundsvealcutlets
1/4cupoilforfrying
Inashallowbowl,combineflour,herbseasoning,saltandpepper.
Inanotherbowl,placethebeateneggs.Coateachvealcutletwith
theflourmixture,thendipintoegg,thenbackintotheflourmixture.
Heatoilinalargeheavyskilletovermedium-highheat.Placeveal
cutletsintohotoil,andcookuntilbrowned,about10minuteson
eachside.
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SteakParmesan
Ingredients
Directions
1cupdrybreadcrumbs
1/2cupgratedParmesancheese
saltandpeppertotaste
2poundscubesteak
1/4cupvegetableoilforfrying
1(32ounce)jarspaghettisauce
Inamediumbowl,combinethebreadcrumbs,Parmesancheese,
salt,andpepper.Dredgethemeatinthecrumbs.
Heatoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Placethebreaded
meatintheoil,andsautefor5to10minutes,oruntilwellbrowned
onbothsides.
Drainexcessoil,andpourinthespaghettisauce.Reduceheatto
low,andsimmerfor30minutes.
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Cook'sHamSteakwithClassicCherryGlaze
Ingredients
Directions
1(2pound)Cook'sbrandBoneInThickCutHamSteak
1(12ounce)jarcherrypreserves
1/4cuphoney
1/4cupredwinevinegar
1/4teaspoongroundnutmeg
1/4teaspoongroundcinnamon
1/4teaspoongroundcloves
1/4teaspoonsalt
Preheatcharcoalorgasgrill.
Inasmallsaucepan,combineallingredientsexceptham.Simmer
forfiveminutes.
Placehamsteaksongrillovermediumheat.Grill3minutes.Turn
hamsteak;brushwithhalfofcherrymixtureandcontinuetogrill3
minutes.Turnagain;brushwithremaininghalfofcherrymixture
andcontinuetogrill1to2minutesoruntilhamisglazedand
heatedthrough.Servewithanyremainingcherrysauce.
135
SensationalSteakSandwich
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1poundthinlyslicedsirloinsteak
strips
8ouncesslicedfreshmushrooms
1greenbellpepper,seededand
cutintostrips
1mediumonion,sliced
10slicesprovolonecheese
1loafFrenchbread
1(14ounce)canbeefbroth
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
1/8teaspoonredpepperflakes
1/4cupPinotNoirorotherdryred
wine
1/2cuppreparedhorseradish
(optional)
1/2cupbrownmustard(optional)
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Addthebeef,and
cookuntilbrowned.Addthemushrooms,bellpepperandonion;
cookandstiruntilstartingtobecometender,about5minutes.
Inaslowcooker,combinethebeefbroth,salt,pepper,
Worcestershiresauce,redpepperflakesandredwine.Transferthe
beefandvegetablestotheslowcooker,andstirtoblend.Cover,
andcookonHighfor3to4hours,untilbeefisextremelytender.
Preheattheovento425degreesF(220degreesC).Draintheliquid
fromtheslowcooker,andsavefordipping.SlicetheFrenchbread
loaflengthwiselikeasubmarinesandwich.Mixtogetherthe
horseradishandmustard;spreadontotheinsideoftheloaf.Place
slicesofprovolonecheeseonbothsidesoftheloaf,thenfillwith
thebeefandvegetables.Closetheloaf,andwraptheentire
sandwichwithaluminumfoil.
Bakefor10to15minutesinthepreheatedoven.Forcrunchier
bread,youcanbakeitwithoutthealuminumfoil.Sliceintoservings,
andservewiththejuicesfromtheslowcookerfordipping.
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SimpleSalisburySteak
Ingredients
Directions
1egg
1/3cupdrybreadcrumbs
1(10.75ounce)canreduced-fat,
reduced-sodiumcondensed
creamofmushroomsoup,
undiluted,divided
1/4cupfinelychoppedonion
1poundleangroundbeef
1/2cupfat-freemilk
1/4teaspoonbrowningsauce
(optional)
1/4teaspoonsalt
11/2cupsslicedfresh
mushrooms
Inabowl,combinetheegg,breadcrumbs,1/4cupsoupandonion.
Crumblethebeefovermixtureandmixwell.Shapeintosixpatties.
Inalargenonstickskillet,brownthepattiesonbothsides;drain.
Inabowl,combinethemilk,browningsauceifdesired,saltand
remainingsoup;stirinmushrooms.Pouroverpatties.Reduceheat;
coverandsimmerfor15-20minutesoruntilmeatisnolongerpink.
137
FlankSteakalaWillyboy
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cuphoney
1/4cupsoysauce
1/2cupredwine
1clovegarlic,crushed
1pinchdriedrosemary,crushed
1pinchhotchilipowder(optional)
1pinchfreshlygroundblack
pepper
1poundflanksteak
Inamediumbowl,mixtogetherthehoney,soysauce,andredwine.
Stiringarlic,rosemary,chilipowder,andpepper.Letstandfor15
minutestoblendtheflavors.
Placethemarinadeandthesteakintoalargeresealableplasticbag.
Pressoutmostoftheair,seal,andlayflatintherefrigerator.
Refrigeratefor24hours,turningoncehalfwaythrough.
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Brushgrillgratewithoil.Discardmarinade,andgrilltheflanksteak
for7minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.Letstandfor10
minutesbeforeslicingverythinlyagainstthegrain.
138
SlowCookerSalisburySteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsleangroundbeef
1(1ounce)envelopedryonion
soupmix
1/2cupItalianseasonedbread
crumbs
1/4cupmilk
1/4cupall-purposeflour
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
2(10.75ounce)canscondensed
creamofchickensoup
1(1ounce)packetdryaujusmix
3/4cupwater
Inalargebowl,mixtogetherthegroundbeef,onionsoupmix,
breadcrumbs,andmilkusingyourhands.Shapeinto8patties.
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Dredgethe
pattiesinflourjusttocoat,andquicklybrownonbothsidesinthe
hotskillet.Placebrownedpattiesintotheslowcookerstacking
alternatelylikeapyramid.Inamediumbowl,mixtogetherthe
creamofchickensoup,aujusmix,andwater.Pouroverthemeat.
CookontheLowsettingfor4or5hours,untilgroundbeefiswell
done.
139
PoachedTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
11/2cupswater
1tablespoonfreshlemonjuice
1teaspooncayennepepper
saltandpeppertotaste
2(4ounce)albacoretunasteaks
3kumquats-rinsed,seededand
sliced
1/3cupchoppedfreshcilantro
Inamediumsaucepanovermediumheat,mixwater,lemonjuice,
andcayennepepper.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Bringtoagentle
boil.
Placetunasteaksintothemixture,andsprinklewithkumquatsand
cilantro.Cook15minutes,untilfishiseasilyflakedwithafork.
140
Wall'sT-BoneSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1cupvegetableoil
3/4cupsoysauce
1/2cuplemonjuice
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
1/4cuppreparedyellowmustard
4clovesgarlic,minced
groundblackpeppertotaste
Whiskthevegetableoil,soysauce,lemonjuice,Worcestershire
sauce,mustard,garlic,andpeppertogetherinabowluntil
combined.
Tousethemarinade,placethemeatinthebag,coatwiththe
marinade,squeezeoutexcessair,andsealthebag.Marinateinthe
refrigeratoratleast2hours.Discardthemarinadeafterithasbeen
used.
141
ChinesePepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbeeftopsirloinsteak
1/4cupsoysauce
2tablespoonswhitesugar
2tablespoonscornstarch
1/2teaspoongroundginger
3tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
1redonion,cutinto1-inch
squares
1greenbellpepper,cutinto1inchsquares
2tomatoes,cutintowedges
Slicethesteakinto1/2-inchthickslicesacrossthegrain.
Whisktogethersoysauce,sugar,cornstarch,andgingerinabowl
untilthesugarhasdissolvedandthemixtureissmooth.Placethe
steakslicesintothemarinade,andstiruntilwell-coated.
Heat1tablespoonofvegetableoilinawokorlargeskilletover
medium-highheat,andplace1/3ofthesteakstripsintothehotoil.
Cookandstiruntilthebeefiswell-browned,about3minutes,and
removethebeeffromthewoktoabowl.Repeattwicemore,with
theremainingbeef,andsetthecookedbeefaside.
Returnallthecookedbeeftothehotwok,andstirintheonion.
Tossthebeefandoniontogetheruntiltheonionbeginstosoften,
about2minutes,thenstirinthegreenpepper.Cookandstirthe
mixtureuntilthepepperhasturnedbrightgreenandstartedto
becometender,about2minutes,thenaddthetomatoes,stir
everythingtogether,andserve.
142
Old-FashionedSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3/4poundbeeftoproundsteak
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1tablespooncanolaoil
1mediumonion,chopped
1(5.5ounce)cantomatojuice
1/2cupdicedcannedtomatoes
2teaspoonslemonjuice
2teaspoonsWorcestershiresauce
11/2teaspoonsbrownsugar
1/2teaspoonpreparedmustard
Cutsteakintotwopieces;sprinklewithsaltandpepper.Usinga
mallet,poundflourintothemeat.Inalargeskillet,brownmeatinoil
onbothsides.Transfertoashallow1-qt.bakingdishcoatedwith
nonstickcookingspray.
Inthesameskillet,sauteonionindrippingsuntiltender.Stirinthe
remainingingredients.Pourovermeat.Coverandbakeat350
degreesFfor1-1/2hoursoruntiltender.
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Cheese-StuffedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3/4poundbeefflanksteak
1(6ounce)canpineapplejuice
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
1smallonion,chopped
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
1/4teaspoondriedrosemary,
crushed
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
STUFFING:
1/2cupsoftbreadcrumbs
1/2cupshreddedCheddar
cheese
2tablespoonschoppedpecans
41/2teaspoonsfinelychopped
onion
41/2teaspoonsmincedfresh
parsley
1/4teaspoondriedmincedgarlic
1tablespoonvegetableoil
Flattensteakto1/4-in.thickness.Inabowl,combinethepineapple
juice,Worcestershiresauce,onion,thyme,rosemary,saltand
pepper.Pourhalfofthemarinadeintoaresealableplasticbag;add
meat.Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigeratefor4-8hours.Coverand
refrigerateremainingpineapplejuicemixture.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefrommeat.Forstuffing,inabowl,
combinethebreadcrumbs,cheese,pecans,onion,parsleyand
garlic.Sprinklestuffingovermeat.Rollupjelly-rollstyle,starting
withashortside.Tiewithkitchenstring.
Inasmallskillet,brownmeatinoiluntilbrownedonallsides.Pour
reservedmarinadeintoskillet.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;cover
andsimmerfor30minutesoruntiltender.Thickenpanjuicesif
desired.
144
BestSteakMarinadeinExistence
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cupsoysauce
1/2cupoliveoil
1/3cupfreshlemonjuice
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
11/2tablespoonsgarlicpowder
3tablespoonsdriedbasil
11/2tablespoonsdriedparsley
flakes
1teaspoongroundwhitepepper
1/4teaspoonhotpeppersauce
(optional)
1teaspoondriedmincedgarlic
(optional)
Placethesoysauce,oliveoil,lemonjuice,Worcestershiresauce,
garlicpowder,basil,parsley,andpepperinablender.Addhot
peppersauceandgarlic,ifdesired.Blendonhighspeedfor30
secondsuntilthoroughlymixed.
Pourmarinadeoverdesiredtypeofmeat.Cover,andrefrigeratefor
upto8hours.Cookmeatasdesired.
145
AutumnSpiceHamSteak
Ingredients
Directions
11/2tablespoonsbutter
1(2pound)hamsteak
1redapple,coredandthinly
sliced
1greenapple,coredandthinly
sliced
1/2cupmapleflavoredpancake
syrup
1teaspoongroundcinnamon
Meltthebutterinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Frytheham
onbothsidesinthebutteruntilbrowned.Laytheslicedappleover
theham.Pourthesyrupovertheapples.Reduceheattomedium,
andsimmer,stirringoccasionallyuntiltheapplesarecooked
through.
Sprinklewithcinnamon,andserveimmediately.
146
Garlic-PepperTenderloinSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
11/2teaspoonsmincedgarlic
1teaspoongroundmustard
1teaspoonpaprika
1teaspoonchilipowder
1teaspoonpepper
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
4(4ounce)beeftenderloinsteaks
2teaspoonsoliveoil
Inasmallbowl,combinetheseasonings.Brushsteakswithoil;rub
inseasoningmixture.Coverandrefrigerateforatleast1hour.
Ifgrillingthesteaks,coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspray
beforestartingthegrill.Grillsteaks,uncovered,overmediumheat
orbroil4-6in.fromtheheatfor7-10minutesoneachsideoruntil
meatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameat
thermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF).
147
FlankSteakBarbecue
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupsoysauce
2tablespoonsdistilledwhite
vinegar
3tablespoonshoney
11/2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
11/2teaspoonsgroundginger
1greenonion,thinlysliced
3/4cupvegetableoil
1(11/2-pound)flanksteak
Whisktogetherthesoysauce,vinegar,honey,garlicpowder,
groundginger,greenonion,andvegetableoilinabowl;pourintoa
resealableplasticbag.Addtheflanksteak,coatwiththemarinade,
squeezeoutexcessair,andsealthebag.Marinateinthe
refrigeratoratleast4hours.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat,andlightlyoilthe
grate.
Removetheflanksteakfromthemarinadeandshakeoffexcess.
Pourtheremainingmarinadeintoasmallsaucepanandsetaside.
Cooktheflanksteakonthepreheatedgrilluntilitbeginstofirm,
andisreddish-pinkandjuicyinthecenter,about5minutesper
side.Aninstant-readthermometerinsertedintothecentershould
read130degreesF(54degreesC).Oncecooked,coverthesteak
withseveralsheetsofaluminumfoil,andsetasidetorestfor10
minutesbeforeslicingthinlyagainstthegrain.
Whilethesteakisresting,bringthemarinadetoaboilovermediumhighheat.Pourthesauceovertheslicedsteaktoserve.
148
RosemaryPesto-CrustedLambSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cupchoppedfreshparsley
11/2tablespoonschoppedfresh
rosemary
1clovegarlic,chopped
2tablespoonsgratedParmesan
cheese
1tablespoonoliveoil
1/3cupdrybreadcrumbs
saltandpeppertotaste
1egg,beaten
2(3ounce)bonelesslambrump
steaks
2tablespoonsoliveoil
Pureetheparsley,rosemary,garlic,Parmesancheese,1tablespoon
oliveoil,andbreadcrumbsinablenderuntilsmooth.Seasonto
tastewithsaltandpepper;setaside.Brushthelambsteaksonone
sidewiththebeatenegg.Spreadtherosemarypestoontotheeggcoatedsideofthelamb,coatingliberally.
Heattheremaining2tablespoonsofoliveoilinaskilletover
mediumheat.Placethelambsteaksintothepan,pesto-sidedown.
Cook3to4minutesuntilthepestomixturehaslightlybrowned.
Turnthesteaksover,andcontinuecookinguntildonetoyour
desireddegreeofdoneness,3to4minutesformedium.
149
MurphySteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeeftenderloinsteaks
1bulbgarlic,clovesseparated
andpeeled
salttotaste
groundblackpeppertotaste
Separategarlicbulbintocloves,andpeel.Cutintolengthwise
strips.
Usingasharpknife,punchholesintosteak.Stuffholeswithgarlic
strips.Cover,andrefrigerateforatleast4hours.
Preheatgrillforhotheat.
Lightlyoilgrate.Placestuffedsteaksonhotgrill,garlicsideup.
Cookfor4to5minutes,turn,andseasonwithsaltandpepper.
Continuecookinguntildone,another4to5minutes.
150
TomatoPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
11/2pounds(1/2inchthick)beef
roundsteak
1tablespooncookingoil
1cupbeefbroth
2celeryribs,chopped
1garlicclove,minced
3tablespoonssoysauce
1/2teaspoongroundginger
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
1(14.5ounce)candiced
tomatoes,undrained
2mediumgreenpeppers,
julienned
1mediumonion,cutintothin
wedges
1cupslicedfreshmushrooms
2tablespoonscornstarch
3/4cupcoldwater
Hotcookedrice
Cutbeefinto3-in.x1/4-in.strips.Heatoilinalargeskillet;brown
beefovermedium-highheat.Addbroth,celery,garlic,soysauce,
ginger,saltandpepper;bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverand
simmerfor55-60minutesoruntilthemeatistender.Addtomatoes,
peppersandonion;bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmer
for5minutes.Addmushrooms;coverandsimmerfor5minutesor
untilvegetableshavereacheddesiredtenderness.Combine
cornstarchandwateruntilsmooth;addtopan.Bringtoaboil;cook
andstirfor2minutes.Serveoverrice.
151
ScrumptiousKoreanSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsthinlyslicedScotchfillet
(chuckeyesteaks)
1/2cupsoysauce
5tablespoonsSPLENDANo
CalorieSweetener,Granulated
21/2tablespoonssesameseeds
2tablespoonssesameoil
3shallots,thinlysliced
2clovesgarlic,crushed
5tablespoonsmirin(Japanese
sweetwine)
Inalargebowl,stirtogetherthesoysauce,SPLENDAGranulated
Sweetener,sesameseeds,sesameoil,shallots,garlic,andmirin.
Addthemeat,andstirtocoat.Coverandrefrigeratefor12to24
hours.
Heatalargeskilletovermediumheat.Frythemeatfor5to10
minutes,oruntilnolongerpink.Servewithsaladorfriedrice.
152
NewYorkSteakswithaVanillaandCherrySauce
Ingredients
Directions
2(8ounce)NewYorkstripsteaks
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
saltandpeppertotaste
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilthegrate.Rub
theNewYorksteaksonbothsideswiththeWorcestershiresauce,
thenseasontotastewithsaltandpepper.
3/4cupredwine
1pintfreshcherries,pittedand
halved
1tablespoonwhitesugar
1tablespoonvanillaextract
1/2teaspooncornstarch
1/4cupwater
Cookthesteaksonthepreheatedgrilluntiltheyarebeginningto
firm,andarehotandslightlypinkinthecenter,6to7minutesper
side.Aninstant-readthermometerinsertedintothecentershould
read140degreesF(60degreesC).Oncethesteaksaredone,
coverthemwithtwolayersofaluminumfoil,andallowtorestina
warmareafor10minutes.
Whilethesteaksarecooking,preparethecherrysaucebybringing
theredwinetoaboilinasaucepanovermedium-highheat;boilfor
5minutes.Stirinthecherries,sugar,andvanillaextract.Returntoa
boil,thenreduceheattomedium,andsimmeruntilthecherriesare
tender,5to7minutes.Dissolvethecornstarchinthewater,then
stirintothesimmeringcherrysauce.Cookforafewminutesuntil
thecherrysaucethickens.Pourthesauceoverthesteakstoserve.
153
GrilledPepperSteakSalad
Ingredients
Directions
21/2teaspoonsmincedgarlic,
divided
1teaspoonfreshlygroundblack
pepper
1poundleanskirtsteakorflank
steak
8cupspackedtornromaine
lettuceormixedsaladgreens
1largetomato,seeded,chopped
1ripeavocado,peeled,seeded,
diced
11/4cupsSargentoShredded
ReducedSodiumMildCheddar
Cheese,divided
1/4cupthinlyslicedredonion
(optional)
2tablespoonsextravirginoliveoil
1tablespoonfreshlemonjuiceor
whitewinevinegar
2teaspoonspureedchipotle
chliesinadobosauce(optional)
Rub2teaspoonsgarlicandpepperoversteak.Grillovermediumhotheatonacoveredgrill3to5minutespersideformedium
donenessdependingonthicknessofsteak.Transfersteaktoa
carvingboard;tentwithfoilandletstand5minutes.
Meanwhile,combinelettuce,tomato,avocado,1cupcheeseand
redonioninalargebowl.Combineoil,lemonjuiceandremaining
garlicinasmallbowl;mixwell.Foraspicierdressing,addchipotle
chilies.Addmixturetobowl;tosswithlettucemixture.Transferto
fourservingplates.
Carvesteakcrosswiseintothinslices;arrangeoversalads.Topwith
remainingcheese.
154
CaribbeanBeefLoinSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1fluidouncecoconut-flavored
rum
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/8teaspoongroundcinnamon
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
1/4teaspoondriedsage
1/2teaspoonwhitevinegar
1tablespoonfreshlemonjuice
4slicesonion
6(8ounce)beeftopsirloinsteaks
1tablespoonoliveoil
Whisktogethertherum,salt,pepper,cinnamon,powder,oregano,
sage,vinegar,andlemonjuiceinabowl;pourintoagallon-sized,
resealableplasticbag.Addtheonionandsteakstothemarinade.
Sealthebag,squeezingoutasmuchairaspossible.Allowto
marinateinrefrigerator21/2hours.
Heattheoliveoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Cookthe
steakswiththeskilletcoveredtodesireddoneness,about3
minutespersideformediumrare.
155
GrilledFlatIronSteakwithBlueCheese-Chive
Butter
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsredwinevinegar
2clovesgarlic,minced
1tablespooncrackedblack
pepper
1teaspoondriedrosemaryleaves,
crumbled
1teaspoondriedoregano
1/4teaspoonkoshersalt
1/4cupoliveoil
11/2poundsflatironsteak
3tablespoonssoftenedunsalted
butter
1ouncecrumbledbluecheese
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
chives
1/8teaspooncrackedblack
pepper
Whisktogethervinegar,garlic,1tablespoonblackpepper,
rosemary,oregano,andkoshersaltinabowlalongwiththeolive
oil.Placetheflatironsteakintoaresealableplasticbag,andpour
themarinadeovertop.Squeezetheexcessairfromthebagand
seal.Marinateintherefrigerator30minutes.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Removesteakfromthemarinade,shakeoffexcess,anddiscardthe
remainingmarinade.Allowthesteaktostandatroomtemperature
for15minutesasthegrillwarms.
Mashtogetherthebutter,bluecheese,chives,and1/8teaspoonof
blackpepper;setaside.Cookthesteakonthepreheatedgrillto
desireddegreeofdoneness,about5minutespersideformediumrare.Allowthesteaktorestinawarmplacefor10minutesbefore
slicingthinlyacrossthegrain.Servewithadollopofbluecheesechivebutter.
156
BigJoe'sVenisonSteakinChestnutSauce
Ingredients
Directions
6ounceschestnuts
3tablespoonsbutter
1/2cupchoppedonions
1/2cupchoppedcarrots
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
11/2cupsbeefbroth
1/2bayleaf,crumbled
1teaspooncoarselygroundblack
pepper
1teaspoonsalt
4tablespoonsMadeirawine
2(6ounce)venisonsteaks(about
11/4inchesthick)
Preheatovento425degreesF(200degreesC).Slicetheskinto
allowsteamtoescape.Placethechestnutsinabakingpan,and
bakeinthepreheatedovenfor15minutes.Removefromoven,and
cool.Peelofftheshell,andchop.Youshouldhaveabout1cup
choppedchestnuts.
Meltbutterinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Cook,stirringoften,
theonionsandcarrotsinthebutteruntilsoft.Stirintheflour,and
cookuntiltheflourbrowns.Mixinthebroth,andseasonwithbay
leaf,andsaltandpepper.Simmerfor15minutes.
Preheatbroiler,andpositionarack5inchesbelowthebroiler
element.Placethevenisonsteaksinabroilingpan.Cook5minutes
oneachside.Transfertoahotplatter.
Strainthesolidsfromthebroth,andreturnthebrothtothepan.Stir
inMadeiraandchestnuts.Pourhotchestnutsauceovervenison
steaks,andserve.
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PepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak
2tablespoonscookingoil
1garlicclove,minced
1teaspoongroundginger
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
3largegreenbellpeppers,thinly
sliced
2largeonions,thinlysliced
3/4teaspoonbeefbouillon
granules
3/4cuphotwater
1(8ounce)canslicedwater
chestnuts,drained
1tablespooncornstarch
1/4cupsoysauce
1/4cupwater
1/2teaspoonsugar
Cutsteakinto2-in.x1/8-in.strips.Inalargeskilletorwok,brown
steakinoil.Addgarlic,ginger,saltifdesiredandpepper;cook1
minute.Removemeatandkeepwarm.Addgreenpepperand
onionstoskillet;cookandstirfor5minutesoruntilcrisp-tender.
Dissolvebouilloninhotwater;addtoskilletwithwaterchestnuts.
Combinecornstarch,soysauce,coldwaterandsugar;stirinto
skillet.Addmeat.Cookandstiruntilmixtureboils;cookandstir2
minutesmore.
158
SassySteakSpray
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupsweetvermouth
1/4cupbrandy
1tablespoonliquidsmoke
flavoring
1/8cupKitchenBouquet
1/2cupWorcestershiresauce
1teaspoonsteakseasoning
1teaspoonseasonedsalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
Inanewspraybottle,combinethevermouth,brandy,liquidsmoke,
KitchenBouquet,Worcestershiresauce,steakseasoning,seasoned
salt,andpepper.Securethelidandshaketoblend.Sprayonto
steaksastheyaregrilling.
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CrumbedAvocadoSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4Scotchfillets(chuckeye)
1/2cupall-purposeflour
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
2eggs
3cupsfreshbreadcrumbs
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
parsley
1/4cupbutter
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1avocado-peeled,pittedand
sliced
MustardSauce
3eggyolks
1tablespoonlemonjuice
saltandpeppertotaste
2teaspoonsDijonmustard
1/2cupbutter,dicedand
softened
Poundthesteaksoutto1/2inchthickness.
Coatsteakslightlywithflourseasonedwithsaltandpepper.Dip
steaksintolightly-beateneggs,thencoatwithcombined
breadcrumbsandparsley,pressingonfirmly.Placesteaksonto
tray,andrefrigerateuntilreadytocook.
Inalargefryingpan,heat1/4cupbutterandoilovermedium-high
heat.Cooksteaksuntilgoldenbrown,andcookedtodesired
doneness.Removefrompan,andkeepwarm.
Inametalbowl,whisktogethereggyolks,lemonjuice,salt,pepper,
andmustard.Placethebowloversimmeringwater,andstiruntil
sauceisthickandcreamy.Whiskintheremaining1/2cupsoftened
butter,andremovefromheat.
Placesteaksontoservingplates,placetwoslicesofavocadoon
eachsteak,andspoontheMustardSauceovereachone.
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VenisonSteakwithPeppersandOnions
Ingredients
Directions
21/2tablespoonsbeefbroth
21/2tablespoonsdrysherry
4teaspoonssoysauce
1teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongroundwhite
pepper
1poundleanvenison,cutintothin
strips
1teaspooncuringsalt(e.g.,
MortonTenderQuick)
2teaspoonssteakseasoning
1onion,halvedandsliced
3bellpeppers,slicedintothin
strips
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1tablespooncornstarch
Inamediumbowl,stirtogetherthebeefbroth,sherry,soysauce,
saltandpepper.Seasonthemeatwithcuringsaltandsteak
seasoning,thenplaceitinthebowlwiththemarinade.Coverand
refrigeratefor2to3hours.
Heatonetablespoonofoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.
Usetongsoraslottedspoontotransferthevenisontotheskillet,
reservingthemarinade.Cookandstiruntilbrownedandcooked
through,3to5minutes,dependingonthesizeofyourpieces.
Removetoacleanbowl.
Heattheremainingtablespoonofoilinthesameskilletover
medium-highheat.Addtheonionandbellpepperstrips;cookand
stiruntilstartingtobecometender,2to3minutes.Removethem
fromthepanandplacetheminthebowlwiththemeat.
Dissolvethecornstarchin2tablespoonsofthereservedmarinade.
Pourtherestofthemarinadeintotheskillet.Bringtoaboil,then
simmerovermediumheatforaminute.Stirinthecornstarchslurry
andcontinuetocook,stirringslowlyuntilthickened,about1minute.
Returnthemeatandvegetablestotheskilletandstiruntilcoated
withthesauce.Transfertoaservingdish.
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SalmonSteaksWithVeggieCreamSauce
Ingredients
Directions
6salmonsteaks(1inchthick)
2tablespoonslemonjuice
1/2teaspoonsalt
11/2cupsfrozenpearlonions
3/4cupfrozenpeas
1(8ounce)packagecream
cheese,cubed
3tablespoonsmilk
1teaspoondillweed
1/2cupdrybreadcrumbs
2tablespoonsbutter
Placethesalmonsteaksinagreased13-in.x9-in.x2-in.baking
dish.Sprinklewithlemonjuiceandsalt.Bake,uncovered,at350
degreesFfor20-25minutesoruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork.
Meanwhile,inasaucepan,combinetheonions,peas,cream
cheese,milkanddill.Cookandstiroverlowheatuntilcheeseis
meltedandsauceisheatedthrough.Inasmallskillet,sautebread
crumbsinbutteruntillightlybrowned.Spoonthesauceoversalmon
steaks;sprinklewithtoastedcrumbs.
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SteakStripswithSpaghetti
Ingredients
Directions
1mediumonion,chopped
1/4cupfinelychoppedgreen
pepper
1tablespoonbutterorstick
margarine
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cutintostrips
1(8ounce)cantomatosauce
1cupwater
1/4teaspoonsalt-freeseasoning
blend
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
1/8teaspoonpepper
1/2cupshreddedpart-skim
mozzarellacheese
6cupshot,cookedspaghetti
Inanonstickskillet,sauteonionandgreenpepperinbutteruntil
tender;removeandsetaside.Inthesameskillet,brownbeef;drain.
Addtomatosauce,water,seasoningblend,thyme,pepperand
vegetables.Coverandsimmerfor20-30minutesoruntilmeatis
tender.
Removefromtheheat.Sprinklewithcheese;coverandletstandfor
5minutesoruntilcheeseismelted.Serveoverspaghetti.
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GinandSpiceFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2teaspoonsjuniperberries
11/2teaspoonsallspiceberries
11/2teaspoonsblack
peppercorns
1teaspoonkoshersalt
1(11/2-pound)flanksteak,
trimmed
1cupbeefbroth
2teaspoonsjuniperberries
3/4cupheavycream
3tablespoonsdrygin
1tablespoonoliveoil
Grind2teaspoonsjuniperberries,theallspiceberries,andthe
peppercornsinaspicegrinderuntilcoarselyground,thenstirinthe
salt.Pressthegroundspicesintobothsidesoftheflanksteak;set
asidetomarinateatleast30minutes.
Bringbeefbrothandremainingjuniperberriestoasimmerina
smallsaucepanovermediumheat.Simmeruntilthebrothhas
reducedby1/4,about5minutes.Stirinheavycreamandgin.
Returntoasimmer,andcookuntilreducedbyhalf,about10
minutes.Keepsaucewarmoververylowheat.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Brushtheflanksteakwitholiveoilonbothsides.Cookon
preheatedgrilluntilcookedtodesireddegreeofdoneness,about4
minutespersideformedium.Placesteakonaplate,andallowto
restfor5minutes.
Slicethesteakthinlyandplaceontoaservingdish.Removethe
juniperberriesfromtheginsauceanddiscard.Servethesliced
steakaccompaniedbytheginsauce.
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StuffedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(11/4pound)beefflanksteak
1/2cupsoysauce
1/4cupvegetableoil
2tablespoonsmolasses
2teaspoonsgroundmustard
1teaspoongroundginger
1clovegarlic,minced
11/2cupscookedlong-grainrice
1mediumcarrot,shredded
1/2cupslicedwaterchestnuts
1/4cupslicedgreenonions
Startingalongonelongside,cutahorizontalslitthroughthesteak
towithin1/2in.oftheoppositeside.Placeinagreased13-in.x9in.x2-in.bakingdish.Combinethesoysauce,oil,molasses,
mustard,gingerandgarlic;setaside1/4cup.Pourremaining
marinadeovermeat.Letstandfor30minutes.
Meanwhile,combinetherice,carrot,waterchestnuts,onionsand
reservedmarinade.Stuffintosteak.Coverandbakeat350degrees
Ffor45minutes.Uncover;bastewithpandrippings.Bake15-20
minuteslongeroruntilmeatistender.Brushagainwithpan
drippingsifdesired.
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CountryFriedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1egg
1/4cupmilk
1cupall-purposeflour
1(4ounce)packetsaltine
crackers,crushed
11/2teaspoonsseasonedsalt
11/2teaspoonsonionpowder
11/2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
11/2teaspoonsMontrealsteak
seasoning
4(4ounce)cubesteaks
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
Whisktogethertheeggandmilkinashallowbowl;setaside.
Whisktogethertheflour,crushedsaltines,seasonedsalt,onion
powder,andsteakseasoning.Dipthesteaksintheeggmixture,
thenpresseachsteakintheflourmixture.Pattheflourmixtureinto
thesteakstocoatthemcompletely.
Heatoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat,andfrythesteaks
untiltheyaregoldenbrown,firm,hotinthecenter,andjustturning
frompinktogrey,about4minutesperside.Aninstant-read
thermometerinsertedintothecentershouldread160degreesF(70
degreesC).
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MenLoveThisSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2(8ounce)beefrib-eyesteaks,
cut3/4inchthick
1teaspoonsteakseasoning
3thickslicesbacon
2teaspoonsbutter
1/4teaspoonWorcestershire
sauce
3/4teaspoonDijonmustard
1/2cupthinlyslicedredbell
pepper
8ouncessmallmushrooms,
quartered
2tablespoonscrumbledblue
cheese
Prepareanoutdoorgrillusingcharcoalbriquettesstacked2to3
deep.Seasonthesteaksonbothsideswithsteakseasoning.
Whilethecharcoalheatsup,frythebaconinaskilletovermediumhighheatuntilcrisp.Removefromtheskilletanddrainonpaper
towels.Leavegreaseinthepan.
Whenthecharcoaliscoveredwithgrayashes,putthesteakson
thegrill.Cookfor12minutes,turningonce,ortoyourdesired
degreeofdoneness.
Whilethesteaksarecooking,stirthebutter,Worcestershiresauce
andmustardintothebacongrease.Cookandstirovermediumhighheatuntilbutterhasmelted.Addtheredbellpepperand
mushrooms;cookandstiruntiltender.
Toserve,placesteaksontoplates.Topwithbacon,thenblue
cheeseandthenthevegetables.Serveimmediately.
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SesameLimeSteakWraps
Ingredients
Directions
1/2poundeyeofround,thinly
sliced
1/4cuplimejuice
1/4cuphoney
1tablespoonvegetableoil
2teaspoonstoastedsesame
seeds
2teaspoonsreduced-sodiumsoy
sauce
1teaspoonsesameoil
1teaspoonfinelychoppedfresh
gingerroot
4leavesredleaflettuce-rinsed,
driedandtorn
4(8inch)flourtortillas
Placeslicedbeefinashallowbowl.Inajar,combinelimejuice,
honey,oil,sesameseeds,soysauce,sesameoilandgratedginger.
Seallidtightly,andshakeuntilwellcombined.Pouroverbeef,and
marinate30minutes.
Heatanonstickskilletuntilveryhot.Pourbeefandmarinadeinto
pan,andsauteonhighheatuntilsteakisevenlybrown.Remove
beefwithaslottedspoon.Continueboilingmarinadeuntilreduced
byhalf,stirringfrequentlytopreventburning,about5minutes.Put
steakslicesbackintomarinade,mixwell,andsetasidetocool
slightly.
Placelettuceleavesontortillas,andevenlydistributesteakslices
betweenalltortillas.Foldbottomoftortillaupby1/3,thentightlyroll
fromthesideuntilwrapped.
168
CrockPotorSlowCookedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3poundsflanksteak
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
1largecarrot,chopped
1largeonion,chopped
1/4teaspoongrounddriedthyme
1bayleaf
1/2cupwater
Seasontheflanksteakwithsaltandpepperandplaceintoaslow
cooker.Addthecarrotandonion;seasonwiththymeandbay.Pour
inthewater.
CookonHighfor4hours;turnthesteakoverandpressdowninto
theliquid.Continuecookinguntilaforkeasilypassesthroughthe
meat,about4hoursmore.
169
SteakandKidneyPieII
Ingredients
Directions
1recipepastryfora9inchsingle
crustpie
1poundbeefkidney
2poundsroundsteak,cubed
2tablespoonslard
2onions,chopped
2teaspoonssalt
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
1bayleaf
2teaspoonsWorcestershiresauce
2cupswater
4cupsdicedpotatoes
6tablespoonsall-purposeflour
Coverbeefkidneywithlightlysaltedwater.Cover,andrefrigerate
overnight.Drainoffwater.Cutouttubesandwhitemembranewith
scissors.Dicemeat
Inastewpot,brownkidneyandsteakinhotfat.Addonions,
seasonings,and11/2cupswater.Simmeruntilmeatisalmost
tender,about1hour.
Addpotatoesandcontinuesimmeringuntilpotatoesaretender,
about1/2hour.
Blendtogetherflourandremaining1/2cupwater;stirintomeat
mixture.Continuecookingandstirringuntilmixturethickens.Pour
into3quartcasserole.
Rolloutpastryslightlylargerthantopofcasserole.Placeovermeat
mixture,andtrimtooverhang1inch.Foldunder,andfluteagainst
insideedgeofcasserole.Cutseveralsteamventsincenter.
Bakeat425degreesF(220degreesC)untillightlybrowned,about
30minutes.
170
SearedAhiTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2(5ounce)ahitunasteaks
1teaspoonkoshersalt
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
1/2tablespoonbutter
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1teaspoonwholepeppercorns
Seasonthetunasteakswithsaltandcayennepepper.
Meltthebutterwiththeoliveoilinaskilletovermedium-highheat.
Cookthepeppercornsinthemixtureuntiltheysoftenandpop,
about5minutes.Gentlyplacetheseasonedtunaintheskilletand
cooktodesireddoneness,11/2minutespersideforrare.
171
TarragonTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonsoliveoil
2clovesgarlic,peeledand
minced
2tablespoonstarragonvinegar
1/2teaspoondriedtarragon
freshlygroundblackpepperto
taste
11/2poundsfreshtunasteaks
Inamediumbowl,whisktogetheroliveoil,garlic,tarragonvinegar,
driedtarragonandpepper.Placetunasteaksintothemixture.
Coverandmarinateintherefrigeratoratleast4hours.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Grilltunasteaks8to10minutesperside,untilthetunaflakeseasily
andisopaqueinthecenter.
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TeriyakiFingerSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupsoysauce
1/4cupcidervinegar
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
2tablespoonsfinelychopped
onion
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1garlicclove,minced
1/2teaspoongroundginger
1/8teaspoonpepper
2poundsbonelessbeefsirloin
steak
Inabowl,combinethefirsteightingredients.Trimfatfromsteak
andsliceacrossthegraininto1/2-in.strips;placeinalarge
resealableplasticbag;addmarinade.Sealbagandturntocoat.
Refrigeratefor2-3hours.
Drain,discardingmarinade.Looselythreadmeatstripsontosix
metalorsoakedwoodenskewers.Grill,uncovered,overmediumhotheatfor7-10minutesoruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness,
turningoften.
173
LomodeRes,Cuban-StyleRib-EyeSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoongarlicpowder
1tablespoononionpowder
1tablespoonmeattenderizer
1tablespoonseasoningsalt
2poundsrib-eyesteak,1/4inch
thick
1onion,sliced
1(12ounce)bottlebeer
11/4cupsfreshlimejuice
Mixtogetherthegarlicpowder,onionpowder,meattenderizer,and
seasoningsaltinasmallbowl.Rubtheseasoningblendintoboth
sidesofthesteaks.
Arrange1/4oftheslicedonionsinthebottomofa9x13inchpan,
laysteaksacrosstheonions,topwithmoreonionsandpour1/4
cupoflimejuiceand1/4ofthebottleofbeeroverthetop;repeat
theselayersuntilyourunoutofsteaks,pouringallremaininglime
juiceandbeeroverthetop.Coverandrefrigeratefor30to40
minutes.Donotmarinatethesteaksforlongerthananhour,
becausetheacidfromthelimejuiceinthemarinadewillbeginto
cookthemeat.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Placesteaksonthegrillanddiscardthemarinade.
Grillthesteakstoyourdesireddegreeofdoneness,orabout2
minutespersideforwelldone.Removefromthegrillandallowto
restfor5minutesbeforeslicingandservingwithwarmtortillas.
174
RosemarySteakswithPapayaButter
Ingredients
Directions
1/2papaya-peeled,seeded,and
cutinto1-inchslices
2teaspoonsoliveoil
2clovesgarlic,minced,ortotaste
3/4cupbutteratroom
temperature
3(10ounce)porterhousesteaks
2tablespoonsoliveoil
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
rosemary
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonblackpepper
1teaspoongarlicsalt
Preheatoutdoorgrillformediumheat,andlightlyoilthegrate.
Rubthepapayaslicesevenlywith2teaspoonsoliveoil.
Cookthepapayaonthepreheatedgrilluntilhotandsoftened,
about10minutes.
Blendthegrilledpapaya,garlic,andbutterinablenderuntil
smooth.Pourintoasmallcontainerandcoolinrefrigerator1to2
hours.
Againpreheatoutdoorgrillformediumheatandlightlyoilthegrate.
Rubtheporterhousesteaksthoroughlywiththe2tablespoonsolive
oil.Stirtherosemary,salt,pepper,andgarlicsalttogetherinabowl;
rubevenlyontobothsidesofthesteaks.
Cookthesteaksuntiltheyarebeginningtofirm,andarehotand
slightlypinkinthecenter,about8minutesperside.Aninstant-read
thermometerinsertedintothecentershouldread140degreesF(60
degreesC).Topwiththepapayabuttertoserve.
175
SweeperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2teaspoonssesameoil
11/2poundsbeefstewmeat,cut
into1inchcubes
2(10.75ounce)canscondensed
creamofmushroomsoup,
undiluted
1(1ounce)envelopedryonion
soupmix
1/2cupdicedonion
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Greasea1
quartcasseroledishorlargerwithsesameoil.
Placethebeef,creamofmushroomsoup,soupmixandonioninto
thepreparedbakingdishandstirtoblend.
Coverandcookfor1hour,oruntilmeatistender.
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AwesomeKoreanSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsthinlyslicedScotchfillet
(chuckeyesteaks)
1/2cupsoysauce
5tablespoonswhitesugar
21/2tablespoonssesameseeds
2tablespoonssesameoil
3shallots,thinlysliced
2clovesgarlic,crushed
5tablespoonsmirin(Japanese
sweetwine)
Inalargebowl,stirtogetherthesoysauce,sugar,sesameseeds,
sesameoil,shallots,garlic,andmirin.Addthemeat,andstirto
coat.Coverandrefrigeratefor12to24hours.
Heatalargeskilletovermediumheat.Frythemeatfor5to10
minutes,oruntilnolongerpink.Servewithsaladorfriedrice.
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BrandyFlamedPeppercornSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonscrushedblack
peppercorns
2(8ounce)beeftopsirloinsteaks
1tablespoonlemonpepper
1teaspoonsalt
5tablespoonsbutter
2clovesgarlic,minced
1/2cupredwine
3tablespoonsbrandy
1/4cupchoppedgreenonions
1shallot,chopped
1/2cupheavycream
1teaspoonwhitesugar(optional)
Presscrushedpeppercornsintobothsidesofeachsteak.Sprinkle
withlemonpepper,andsalt.
Meltbutterinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Stiringarlicand
wine,andcookfor1minute.Arrangesteaksinpan,andcookfor5
to10minutesperside,oruntildesireddoneness.Reduceheatto
low.
Pourbrandyontosteaks,andcarefullylightwithamatch.Letthe
flamesburnoff.Sprinklegreenonionandshallotaroundthesteaks,
andcirclethesteakswithcream.Cook,stirringsauce,untilhot.
Transfersteakstoplates.Stirsugarintosauce,andthenspoon
overmeat.
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TequilaSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cuptequila
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
1tablespooncayennepepper
2clovesgarlic
8ouncesLondonbroilsteak
Combinethetequila,Worcestershiresauce,cayennepepper,and
garlicinablender;blenduntilsmooth.Placethesteakonaplate;
pourmarinadeoverthesteak.Placeinrefrigeratoratleast8hours
orovernight.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Grillsteaktodesireddegreeofdoneness,7to8minutesperside
formedium.
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Doreen'sOrientalSwordfishSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonssoysauce
1/2cupvegetableoil
2tablespoonssherry
1teaspoongratedfreshginger
root
2clovesgarlic,peeledand
minced
4(6ounce)swordfishsteaks
Inamediumbowl,whisktogethersoysauce,vegetableoil,sherry,
gingerrootandgarlic.Fillalargeresealablebagwiththemixture.
Placeswordfishsteaksintothebagwithmixture,andshaketocoat.
Placebagintherefrigerator,andallowthesteakstomarinateat
least4hours.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Grillswordfishsteaks8to10minutesperside,untiltheswordfish
flakeseasilyandisopaqueinthecenter.
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TraditionalSalisburySteak
Ingredients
Directions
1egg
2tablespoonsdrybreadcrumbs
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/4teaspoonpepper
3/4poundleangroundbeef
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour,
divided
2teaspoonsoliveoil
3/4cupwater
2tablespoonsketchup
2teaspoonsWorcestershiresauce
1teaspoonbeefbouillongranules
1mediumonion,quarteredand
sliced
1(4ounce)canmushroomstems
andpieces,drained
Inasmallbowl,combinetheegg,breadcrumbs,garlicpowderand
pepper.Crumblebeefovermixture;mixwell.Shapeintotwo
patties;dredgein2tablespoonsflour.Inasmallskillet,brown
pattiesonbothsidesinoil;drain.Setpattiesaside.
Addtheremainingflourtotheskillet;whiskinwateruntilsmooth.
Stirintheketchup,Worcestershiresauceandbouillon.Addthe
onionandmushrooms.Bringtoaboil.Returnpattiestothepan.
Reduceheat;coverandsimmerfor15-20minutesoruntilbeefisno
longerpink.Servegravyoverpatties.
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RobustMarinatedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsredwinevinegar
2tablespoonspineapplejuice
41/2teaspoonsbrownsugar
1tablespoonliquidsmoke
flavoring
11/2teaspoonssoysauce
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoononionpowder
1/8teaspoonpepper
1garlicclove,minced
3/4poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,1inchthick
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethefirstnineingredients;
addsteak.Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigerateovernight.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillsteak,uncovered,overmedium
heatfor4-8minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).
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HoneyMustardSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cuppreparedbrownmustard
2tablespoonsapplejuice
1teaspoongroundcinnamon
1tablespoonhoney
11/2poundstopsirloin,lean
Prepareanoutdoorgrillwithanoiledrackset6inchesfromthe
coals.Onagasgrill,settomediumheat.
Inasmallbowl,combinethemustard,applejuice,cinnamonand
honey.Brushonesideofthesteakwiththesauce.Grillandturn,
addingmoresauce.
Grilltodesireddoneness:14minutesforrare(140degreesFor60
degreesC),20minutesformedium(160degreesFor70degrees
C),or26minutesforwelldone(170degreesFor75degreesC)and
serve.
183
MarinadeforSteakII
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupmolasses
1/2cupketchup
1tablespoongroundginger
1teaspoonchoppedfreshthyme
1tablespoongroundblackpepper
1tablespoondistilledwhite
vinegar
1dashhotpeppersauce,orto
taste
1tablespoongarlicpowder
Inamediumbowl,mixmolasses,ketchup,groundginger,thyme,
blackpepper,distilledwhitevinegar,hotpeppersauceandgarlic
powder.Placedesiredmeatinmixture.Marinateintherefrigerator3
hoursorlongerbeforegrilling.
184
SwissSteakDinner
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupall-purposeflour
2teaspoonssalt,divided
1/2teaspoonpepper
2poundsbonelessbeefround
steak(1/2inchthick),cutinto
serving-sizepieces
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
6mediumonions,thinlysliced
7smallredpotatoes,halved
1bayleaf
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
tomatosoup,undiluted
2cupsfrozencutgreenbeans,
thawed
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinetheflour,1-1/2teaspoons
saltandpepper.Addbeefinbatchesandshaketocoat.Inalarge
skilletovermediumheat,brownbeefinoilonbothsides.Transferto
agreased3-qt.bakingdish.Topwithonionsandpotatoes.Sprinkle
withremainingsalt;gentlytosstocoat.Addthebayleaf.Spoon
soupovertop.
Coverandbakeat350degreesFfor1-1/2hours.Placebeans
aroundedgeofdish.Bake15-20minuteslongeroruntilmeatand
vegetablesaretender.Discardbayleaf.
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TarragonSalmonSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2salmonsteaks(1inchthick)
2tablespoonsbutterormargarine,
melted
2teaspoonslemonjuice
1tablespoonmincedfresh
tarragon
1tablespoonmincedfreshparsley
saltandpeppertotaste
Placethesalmonsteaksinanungreased13-in.x9-in.x2-in.
bakingdish.Drizzlewithbutterandlemonjuice.Sprinklewiththe
tarragon,parsley,saltandpepper.Bake,uncovered,at350degrees
Ffor20-25minutesoruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork.
186
MarinatedSirloinSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cuphoney
3tablespoonsreduced-sodium
soysauce
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1tablespoonbalsamicvinegar
2garliccloves,peeled
1/4teaspooncoarselyground
pepper
2(5ounce)bonelessbeefsirloin
steaks
3greenonions,sliced
Inablender,combinethehoney,soysauce,oil,vinegar,garlicand
pepper;coverandprocessuntilblended.Pour1/3cupmarinade
intoalargeresealableplasticbag;addsteaksandonions.Sealbag
andturntocoat;refrigerateforatleast1-2hours.Coverand
refrigerateremainingmarinadeforbasting.
Coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspraybeforestartingthegrill.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillsteaks,covered,overmedium-hot
heatfor4-5minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF),
bastingoccasionallywithreservedmarinade.
187
EasyPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,3/4inchthick
3tablespoonscornstarch
1(14ounce)canSwanson
BeefBroth
1tablespoonsoysauce
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
2cupsfreshorfrozengreenorred
pepperstrips
1mediumonion,cutintothin
wedges
4cupshotcookedregularlonggrainwhiterice,cookedwithout
salt
Slicebeefintoverythinstrips.Mixcornstarch,broth,soyandgarlic.
Stir-frybeefinnonstickskilletuntilbrownedandjuicesevaporate.
Addpeppersandonion.Addcornstarchmixture.Cookandstiruntil
mixtureboilsandthickens.Serveoverrice.
188
SlowCookerPepperSteakII
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
3poundsbeefsirloin,slicedinto
strips
1tablespoonmincedgarlic
1onion,chopped
1/2cupsoysauce
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
2teaspoonswhitesugar
3greenbellpeppers,cutinto
strips
1tablespooncornstarch
1/4cupcoldwater
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Addthesteakstrips,
andquicklybrownonbothsides,addingthegarlictothesteak
whileitcooks.Transferthesteakanditsjuicestoaslowcooker.
Addtheonion,soysauce,salt,pepperandsugar.Cover,andcook
onLowfor6to8hours,untilthemeatisforktender.
Onehourbeforetheendofthecookingtime,addthegreen
peppers.Stirtogetherthecornstarchandcoldwater.Pourintothe
slowcookerduringthelastfewminutes,andcookuntilthesauce
hasthickened.
189
OriginalSteakTartare
Ingredients
Directions
1poundfinelygroundbeef
tenderloin
1teaspoonbrownmustard
1/2teaspoonhotpeppersauce(e.
g.Tabasco),ortotaste
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
1teaspoonbrandy
1pinchsalt,ortotaste
groundwhitepeppertotaste
1egg
Inamediumbowl,mixtogetherthebeef,mustard,hotpepper
sauce,Worcestershiresauce,brandy,salt,pepperandegguntil
wellblended.Arrangethemeatinaneatpileonaglassdish,and
coverwithaluminumfoil.Refrigeratefor30minutestoallowthe
flavorstoblend.Serveasaspreadoncrackersortoast.
190
SteakHash
Ingredients
Directions
1mediumgreenpepper,chopped
1smallonion,chopped
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
3mediumpotatoes-peeled,
cookedandsliced
1cupdicedcookedsteak
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
saltandpeppertotaste
1/4cupshreddedMontereyJack
cheese
4eggs
Inaskillet,sautethegreenpepperandonioninoiluntiltender.Stir
inpotatoes.Reduceheat;coverandcookoverlowheatfor10
minutesoruntilthepotatoesareheatedthrough,stirring
occasionally.Addsteak,garlicpowder,saltandpepper.Sprinkle
withcheese.Coverandcookonlow5minuteslongeroruntil
heatedthroughandcheeseismelted;keepwarm.Prepareeggsas
desired.Dividehasbetweenfourplatesandtopwithanegg.
191
TunaSteakswithMelonSalsa
Ingredients
Directions
1smallcantaloupe,fleshremoved
andfinelydiced
1/2redchilepepper,seededand
chopped
10freshbasilleaves,cutintothin
strips
2tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil
2tablespoonsfreshlimejuice
1pinchsalt
1pinchwhitesugar
2tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil
2(5ounce)tunasteaks
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
Combinethecantaloupe,chilepepper,basil,2tablespoonsolive
oil,limejuice,salt,andsugarinabowl.
Heat2tablespoonsoliveoilinaskillet.Seasontunasteakswithsalt
andpepper.Cooktunainoilfor3minutesperside.Spoon
cantaloupemixtureovereachsteaktoserve.
192
BakedChicken-FriedSteakwithMushroomGravy
Ingredients
Directions
1cupall-purposeflour
6(4ounce)cubesteaks
1cuppeanutorvegetableoil,for
frying
1pinchseasonedsalt,ortotaste
1pinchgarlicpowder,ortotaste
1pinchblackpepper,ortotaste
2/3cupfinelydicedonion
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofchickensoup
2(4.5ounce)canssliced
mushroomswithjuice
1/2(10.75ounce)canwater,oras
needed
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Greasea9x12inch
bakingdish.Placeflourinashallowdish.Dredgesteaksintheflour
tocoatevenly.
Heatpeanutoilinaskilletovermediumheat,andcookthesteaks
forabout5to8minutesperside,untilgoldenbrown.
Place3friedcubesteaksinthebottomofthepreparedbakingdish.
Sprinklethesteakslightlywithseasonedsalt,garlicpowder,and
pepper,andscatter1/3cupofdicedonionsoverthesteaks.Layer
theremaining3steaksontop,repeattheseasoning,andsprinkle
withtherestoftheonion.
Pourthecondensedsoupinabowl,anddrainthejuicefromthe
cannedmushroomsintotheemptysoupcan.Pourinenoughwater
tofillthecan,andwhisktheliquidandmushroomsintothesoup.
Pourthesoupmixtureoverthelayeredsteaks.
Coverandbakefor30minutesinthepreheatedoven.Reduceheat
to300degreesF(150degreesC)andbakeforanadditional30to
45minutes,untiltheonionsaretenderandthegravyisthickand
bubbling.
193
CountryFriedSteakandMilkGravy
Ingredients
Directions
4(4ounce)cubesteaks
1/2teaspoonsalt,divided
13/4teaspoonsgroundblack
pepper,divided
1cupall-purposeflour
2eggs,lightlybeaten
1/4cuplard
1cupmilk
Seasonmeatwith1/4teaspoonofthesaltand1/4teaspoonofthe
pepper;setaside.Inashallowdish,mixflourwith1teaspoonofthe
pepper.Dredgeeachsteakinflour.Dipinbeatenegg,thendredge
inflouragain.
Heatlardinalarge,heavyskilletovermedium-highheat.Frysteaks
3to4minutesoneachside,oruntilgoldenbrown.Drainonpaper
towels.
Pouroffallbut2tablespoonsofthefat.Sprinkle2tablespoonsof
thedredgingflourintooil.Cookovermediumheatfor1minute,
scrapingupanybrownedbitsfromthebottomofskillet.Gradually
whiskinmilk.Cook,stirringfrequently,3to4minutes,oruntil
thickenedandbubbly.Add1/4teaspoonsalt,and1/4to1/2
teaspoonspepper;gravyshouldbequitepeppery.
194
PepperedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonschoppedgreen
onion
2tablespoonslemonjuice
2tablespoonssoysauce
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1clovegarlic,minced
1teaspoonpepper
1/2teaspooncelerysalt
1(11/2-pound)beefflanksteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethefirstseven
ingredients;addsteak.Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigerate
overnight.
Ifgrillingthesteak,coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspray
beforestartingthegrill.Drainanddiscardmarinade.
Grillsteak,covered,overmedium-hotheatorbroil4in.fromthe
heatfor6-8minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).
Thinlysliceacrossthegrain.
195
MarinatedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2/3cupoliveorvegetableoil
1/4cuplemonjuice
2tablespoonsciderorredwine
vinegar
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
1tablespoonsoysauce
1tablespoonDijonmustard
1teaspoondriedbasil
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
1(11/2-pound)flanksteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbagorshallowglasscontainer,combine
thefirstnineingredients;mixwell.Addsteakandturntocoat.Seal
orcoverandrefrigeratefor8hoursorovernight,turning
occasionally.Drainanddiscardmarinade.
Grill,covered,overmedium-hotheatfor6-10minutesoneachside
oruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(forrare,ameat
thermometershouldread140degrees;medium,160degrees;welldone,170degrees).
196
CreamySoupSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
4porkchops
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofcelerysoup
3/4cupmilk
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Placeporksteaksina9x13inchbakingdish.Inamediumbowlmix
togetherthesoupandmilkandpourmixtureoversteaks.Bake
uncoveredinthepreheatedovenfor30to40minutesoruntil
internaltemperatureoftheporkreaches160degreesF(70degrees
C).
197
Idaho-StyleFingerSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1egg
2cupsbuttermilk
2tablespoonsgrillseasoning,
suchasMcCormickMontreal
SteakSeasoning
1/2cupall-purposeflour
11/2poundsbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cutinto21/2x1/4inch
strips
Beattogethertheegg,buttermilk,grillseasoning,and1/2cupof
flourinalargebowluntilsmooth.Addthebeef,andtossuntilwell
coated.Coverwithplasticwrap,andplaceintotherefrigeratorto
marinateatleast2hours.
21/2cupsall-purposeflour
2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
saltandpeppertotaste
3cupscanolaoilfordeepfrying
Heatoilto370degreesF(185degreesC)inadeepfryerorcast
ironskillet.
Sift21/2cupsflourwiththegarlicpowder,salt,andpepperintoa
largebowl.Removesteakstripsfrombuttermilkbatterandallow
excesstodripoff.Dredgeeachpiecewithseasonedflourandplace
ontoabakingsheet.Placeinthefreezerandfreezeuntilfirm,1hour
toovernight.
Dropafewfrozensteakpiecesintothehotoilandfryuntilgolden
brownontheoutside,about5minutes.Donotovercrowdthefrying
oil,anddonotallowthesteakstripstothawbeforetheyarefried.
Oncegoldenbrown,removetodrainonapapertowel-linedplate.
198
GrilledHamSteakwithPeachFresca
Ingredients
Directions
1Cook'sbrandBone-InThick
CutHamSteak
Preparecharcoalorgasgrill.Combineingredientsforthepeach
frescainabowlandmixwell,setaside.Placehamsteaksongrill
overmediumheat.Heataccordingtopackageinstructions.
PEACHFRESCA:
Placehamsteakonplatterandpourpeachfrescaoverhamsteak.
6ripepeaches,diced
1/2redonion,finelydiced
1/4cupbrownsugar
Juicefromonelime
1tablespoonoliveoil
1tablespoonfreshmint,chopped
1serranochili,dicedandseeded
PinchChineseFiveSpice
Saltandpepper,totaste
199
GrilledorFriedSkirtSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeefskirtsteak
2tablespoonslemonjuice
1/3cuppreparedspicybrown
mustard
1pinchsaltandpeppertotaste
1cupbluecheesedressing
(optional)
Inasmallbowl,stirtogetherthelemonjuiceandmustard.Trim
awaymostofthefatfromthesteaks,andrubwiththemustard
marinade.Placeintoaresealablebag,andmarinateinthe
refrigeratorforatleast1hour,andupto24hours.
Preheatagrillorlargeskilletformedium-highheat.
Grillorfrysteaksforabout5minutesperside,ortoyourdesired
degreeofdoneness.Removefromtheheat,andletthemeatrest
for5to10minutestoletthejuicessettle.Cuteachsteakalongthe
graininto3or4pieces.Servewithbluecheesedressing.
200
GrilledFishSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
8(3ounce)filletsfreshtuna
steaks,1inchthick
1/2cupsoysauce
1/3cupsherry
1/4cupvegetableoil
1tablespoonfreshlimejuice
1clovegarlic,minced
Placetunasteaksinashallowbakingdish.Inamediumbowl,mix
soysauce,sherry,vegetableoil,freshlimejuice,andgarlic.Pour
thesoysaucemixtureoverthetunasteaks,andturntocoat.Cover,
andrefrigerateforatleastonehour.
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Lightlyoilgrillgrate.Placetunasteaksongrill,anddiscard
remainingmarinade.Grillfor3to6minutesperside,ortodesired
doneness.
201
AwesomeSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
11/2cupssteaksauce
1tablespoonsoysauce
1/3cupItalian-stylesalad
dressing
1/3cuphoney
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
Intoablenderpourinthesteaksauce,soysauce,Italian-style
dressing,honey,andgarlicpowder.Blendfor10seconds.Pour
overanytypeofsteak,cover,andletsitovernight;turning
occasionallytocoatallsides.
202
Onion-RubbedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cupchoppedonion
1tablespoonredwinevinegaror
cidervinegar
1tablespooncanolaoil
1teaspoonpepper
1/2teaspoonsalt
1garlicclove,minced
1/4teaspoondriedrosemary,
crushed
1/4teaspoondriedbasil
1(11/2-pound)beefflanksteak
Inabowl,combinethefirsteightingredients;brushoverbothsides
ofsteak.Placeinalargeresealableplasticbag;sealbagand
refrigeratefor3-4hoursorovernight.
Placesteakonabroilerpan.Broil3-4in.fromtheheatfor6-8
minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(for
medium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145degreesF;
medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).Thinlyslice
acrossthegrain.
203
BrothMarinatedBBQSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(10.5ounce)canbeefbroth
Whisktogetherbeefbrothandbarbequesauceinamediumbowl.
1(18ounce)bottlebarbeque
Placebeeftenderloinsteaksinamediumbowlandcoverwiththe
sauce
2(8ounce)steaksbeeftenderloin beefbrothandbarbequesaucemixture.Coverbowlandplacein
therefrigerator.Allowsteakstomarinateaminimumof2hours
(overnightispreferable).
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Grillsteaksonthepreparedgrillfor7to8minutesperside,orto
desireddoneness.
204
Maria'sPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1mediumonion,chopped
2largebellpeppers,slicedinto
thinstrips
2clovesgarlic,minced
1/3cupsoysauce
1/3cuphoney
1/3cupredwinevinegar
11/2poundsflanksteak,cutinto
thinstrips
Heatoliveoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Cookonion,bell
peppers,andgarlicinoiluntiltender-crisp,stirringfrequently.Set
aside.
Heatalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Poursoysauce,honey,
andredwinevinegarinpan,thenaddbeef.Cookbeef,stirring
frequently,untildone,about10to15minutes.Stirincooked
vegetables,andcookanother10to15minutes.
205
SteakRoll-Ups
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsbonelessround
steak
1/4cupchoppedonion
1/4cupbutterormargarine,
melted
2cupsfreshbreadcubes
1/2cupchoppedcelery
1tablespoondriedparsleyflakes
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpoultryseasoning
1/4teaspoonpepper
1cupall-purposeflour
2tablespoonscookingoil
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup,
undiluted
11/3cupswater
3/4teaspoonbrowningsauce
(optional)
Poundsteakto1/3-in.thickness.Cutintosixpieces.Combinethe
nexteightingredients;mixwell.Place1/3cuponeachpieceof
steak;rollupandfastenwithatoothpick.Rollinflour.
inalargeskillet,brownroll-upsinoil.Combinesoup,waterand
browningsauceifdesired;pouroverroll-ups.Coverandsimmerfor
2hoursoruntilmeatistender,turningoccasionally.
206
ChickenFriedSteakI
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeeftoploin
2cupsshortening
1egg,beaten
1cupbuttermilk
saltandpeppertotaste
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
1cupall-purposeflour
Cuttoploincrosswiseinto4(4ounce)cutlets.Usingaglancing
motion,poundeachcutletthinlywithamoistenedmalletortheside
ofacleaver.
1/4cupall-purposeflour
1quartmilk
saltandpeppertotaste
Inalarge,heavyskillet,heat1/2inchshorteningto365degreesF
(185degreesC).
Whiletheshorteningisheating,preparecutlets.Inashallowbowl,
beattogetheregg,buttermilk,saltandpepper.Inanothershallow
dish,mixtogethergarlicpowderand1cupflour.Dipcutletsinflour,
turningtoevenlycoatbothsides.Dipineggmixture,coatingboth
sides,theninflourmixtureonceagain.
Placecutletsinheatedshortening.Cookuntilgoldenbrown,turning
once.Transfertoaplatelinedwithpapertowels.Repeatwith
remainingcutlets.Draingrease,reserving1/2cup.
Usingthereserveddrippingsinthepan,preparegravyovermedium
heat.Blendin1/4cupflourtoformapaste.Graduallyaddmilkto
desiredconsistency,stirringconstantly.Forathickergravyaddless
milk;forathinnergravystirinmore.Heatthrough,andseasonwith
saltandpeppertotaste.Serveoverchickenfriedsteak.
207
YummyCubeSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeefcubesteak
1/4cupall-purposeflour
1teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1(14.5ounce)cancanneddiced
tomatoes
1(15ounce)cancannedtomato
sauce
1largeonion,thinlysliced
1teaspoonItalianseasoning
5smallzucchini,cutinto1/2inch
slices
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,placethecubesteak,flour,salt,
andpepper.Seal,andshaketocoat.
Heattheoliveoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat,andbrownthe
cubesteak.Reduceheattolow,andmixinthetomatoes,tomato
sauce,onion,andItalianseasoning.Cover,andsimmeratleast1
hour,stirringonce.
Placethezucchiniintheskillet,andcoatwiththetomatosauce.
Continuetosimmeruncovered10minutes,oruntilzucchiniis
tender.
208
CubeSteakParmesan
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
2eggs
2tablespoonswater
1/3cupcrushedsaltinecrackers
1/3cupgratedParmesancheese
1/2teaspoondriedbasil
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
4(4ounce)beefcubesteaks
11/4cupscannedtomatosauce
21/4teaspoonswhitesugar
1/2teaspoondriedoregano,
divided
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
4slicesmozzarellacheese
1/3cupgratedParmesancheese
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Inashallow
dish,stirtogethertheflour,saltandpepper.Inaseparatebowl,
whisktogethertheeggsandwaterwithafork.Inathirdbowl,or
shallowdish,mixtogetherthecrackercrumbs,1/3cupof
Parmesancheeseandbasil.
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Dredgethecube
steaksintheseasonedflour,dipintotheeggmixture,andcoatwith
thecrackercrumbmixture.Placethemintheskillet,andfryjust
untilbrownedoneachside.Arrangesteaksinasinglelayerina
greasedcasseroledish.
Bakefor25minutesinthepreheatedoven.Meanwhile,inamedium
bowl,stirtogetherthetomatosauce,sugar,1/4teaspoonof
oregano,andgarlicpowder.Spoonoversteakswhenthe25
minutesareup.Topeachsteakwithmozzarellacheeseand
remainingParmesancheese;sprinkleremainingoreganooverthe
top.Bakefor5moreminutes,oruntilthecheeseismelted,andthe
sauceishot.
209
GrilledFajitaSteakSaladWithPickledPinkOnions
Ingredients
Directions
3largegarliccloves,minced
1/3cupfreshlimejuice
Saltandpepper,totaste
6tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil
1tablespoongroundcumin
2pounds(1to11/4-inch-thick)
NewYorkstriporleanestrib-eye
steaks
1redbellpepper,seededand
quartered
1yellowbellpepper,seededand
quartered
1/2largeredonion,thinlysliced
2tablespoonsricewinevinegar
12cupsarugulaorother
prewashedbabygreens
1/2cuplightsourcream
Mixgarlicandlimejuice;setaside3Tbs.ofmixtureforapost-grill
marinade.Fordressing,addagenerouspinchofsaltandpepperto
theremaininglimejuicemixtureandslowlywhiskinoil;setaside.
Mixcumin,saltandpepperinasmalldish.Rubsteaksonboth
sideswithoil,andseasonwithcuminmixture.Brushpepperswith
oil,thenseasonwithsaltandpepper.Inasmallbowl,combine
onionwithvinegarandapinchofsalt.Setallaside.
Buildafireononlyonesideofgrill(toconservecharcoal).When
coalsarecoveredwithwhiteash,placesteakandpeppersonrack
overdirectheat,coverandgrilluntilsteaksarewellseared,3to4
minutespersideformediumtomedium-raremeat.
Transfersteakstoplateandimmediatelydrizzlewithreservedlime
mixture.Transferpepperstoacuttingboard,andcuteachquarter
inthirdstoget24piecesofpepper.Letsit5minutesorupto1
hour.Thinlyslicesteakacrossgrain.Tossgreenswithdressing.
Arrangeinsixshallowbowls.Topwithsteak,peppers,pickled
onionsandadollopofsourcream.
210
BarbecuedSteakStrips
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cut1/2inchstrips
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1cupbarbecuesauce
2tablespoonshoney
1teaspoonsugar
Inalargeskillet,brownsteakinoilovermedium-highheat;drain.
Combinethebarbecuesauce,honeyandsugar;pourovermeat.
Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;simmer,uncovered,for10-15minutes
oruntilthesauceisslightlythickenedandmeatistender.
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PaceSirloinSteakOle
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsbonelessbeefsirloin
steakorbeeftoproundsteak
1(16ounce)jarPacePicante
SauceorChunkySalsa
Lightlyoilthegrillrackandheatthegrilltomedium.Grillthesteak
for20minutesformedium-rareortodesireddoneness,turningthe
steakoverhalfwaythroughcookingandbrushingoftenwith1cup
picantesauce.
Letstandfor10minutesbeforeslicing.Servewithadditional
picantesauce.
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Merlot-PeppercornSteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonbutter
4mushrooms,sliced
1clovegarlic,minced
2tablespoonswholeblack
peppercorns
1/4cupMerlotwine
1tablespoonbalsamicvinegar
3tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
1/2teaspoonmincedfresh
rosemary
Meltbutterinasaucepanovermediumheat.Stirinthe
mushrooms,garlic,andpeppercorns,andsauteuntilthe
mushroomsaretender.Pourinthewine,balsamic,and
Worcestershiresauce,increasetheheattomedium-high,and
reduceby1/3.Stirintherosemaryandcookfor1to2minutesuntil
fragrant.
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GrilledSalmonSteakswithSavoryBlueberry
Sauce
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupchickenstock
1/4cupbalsamicvinegar
1/4cuporangejuice
1teaspoonhoney
1tablespooncornstarch
1/4cupchickenstock
1cupfreshblueberries
2teaspoonschoppedfreshchives
4(6ounce)salmonsteaks
2tablespoonsoliveoil
saltandpeppertotaste
Pour1/2cupchickenstock,vinegar,orangejuice,andhoneyintoa
saucepan.Bringtoaboiloverhighheat,thenreduceheatto
medium.Dissolvecornstarchin1/4cupofchickenstock,andstir
intothesimmeringsauce.Cookandstiruntilthesaucethickens
andturnsclear,1to2minutes.Stirintheblueberriesandchives,
andkeepwarmoverlowheat.
Preheatgrilltomediumhigh-heat.
Brushsalmonwithoil,andseasontotastewithsaltandpepper.
Grilluntilthefishflakeseasilywithafork,about3to4minutesper
side.Servewithblueberrysauce.
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RibEyeSteakswithaSoyandGingerMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupsoysauce
1/4cuprealmaplesyrup
6clovesgarlic,minced
1tablespoongratedfreshginger
1teaspoonmustardpowder
1/2teaspoonsesameoil
1/4teaspoonhotpeppersauce
1/2cupbeer
4(10ounce)beefribeyesteaks
Inamediumsizemixingbowl,combinesoysauce,maplesyrup,
garlic,gingerroot,mustardpowder,sesameoil,andTabasco
sauce;mixwelltoblend.Nowaddbeer,andstirlightlytomix.
Preparesteaksbyscoringanyfattyoutsideareasonsteakwitha
knife,(thispreventsthesteaksfromcurlingwhenbarbecuing).
Placesteaksinacasseroledish,andpourmarinadeover.Usinga
fork,punchholesinsteakssothatthemarinadepenetratesintothe
steaks.Turnsteaksover,andrepeatpunchingholes.
Coverwithclearwraporfoil,andletmarinateintherefrigeratorfor
atleast1hourorlonger.Youcanalsorefrigerateandmarinate
overnight.
Prepareandpreheatbarbecuetohighheat.Placesteaksdirectly
ongrillandsearonesideforabout15seconds.Turnsteaksover
andcookforabout5minutes,thenturnoverandcookforanother5
minutesformedium-rare,dependingonthickness.Testfor
donenessbycuttingintothemiddleofthesteak.
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Dad'sSteakRub
Ingredients
Directions
4beefsteaks
Preheatthegrillforhighheat.
1/4cupmaplesyrup
Placethesteaksinabowl,anddrizzleonbothsideswithmaple
1tablespooncrushedgarlic
syrup.Rubwithgarlic,seasonedsalt,andpepper.
1tablespoonseasonedsalt
1tablespoongroundblackpepper
Lightlyoilthegrillgrate.Placesteaksonthegrill,andcook7
minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.
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ChickenFriedVenisonSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1egg
1cupwholemilk
2tablespoonshotpeppersauce
2pounds1/2inchthickvenison
steaks
Beattheegginabowl,thenwhiskin1cupofmilkandthehot
peppersauce.Poundthevenisonsteakswithameatmalletto1/4
inchthick,andplaceintothemilkmixture.Stirtogetherthe
cornmeal,breadcrumbs,cornstarch,bakingsoda,blackpepper,
andgarlicsaltinashallowdish.
1/2cupcornmeal
1/2cupseasonedbreadcrumbs
1teaspooncornstarch
1teaspoonbakingsoda
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1teaspoongarlicsalt
Removethevenisonsteaksfromthemilkmixtureoneatatime,
allowingtheexcesstorunoff,andpressintothebreadcrumb
mixture;setaside.Reservetheremainingbreadcrumbmixture.
1cupvegetableoilforfrying
1onion,sliced
1cupwholemilk
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Placeasmany
breadedvenisonsteaksintothepanaswillfitwithoutoverlapping.
Cookuntilthevenisonisgoldenbrownonbothsides,about3
minutesperside.Removetodrainonapapertowellinedplateand
keepwarm.Repeatwithremainingvenison.
Oncethevenisonhasfinishedcooking,stirtheonionsintothehot
oil,andcookuntildarkbrown,about5minutes.Pouroffand
discardtheoil,removetheonionstoaplateandsetaside.Stirthe
reservedbreadcrumbmixtureintothehotskillet,andcookfora
fewsecondsuntilitbeginstotoast.Stirintheremainingcupof
milk,andsimmeruntilthemilkhasthickened,about5minutes.
Pourthegravyoverthevenisonsteaksandtopwiththe
caramelizedonionstoserve.
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SwordfishSteakswithArugulaandBasilSauce
Ingredients
Directions
4(6ounce)swordfishsteaks
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
1/4cupextra-virginoliveoil
2clovesgarlic,crushed
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
parsley
7freshbasilleaves,chopped
1buncharugula,coarsely
chopped
2tablespoonslemonjuice
Washandpatdrytheswordfishsteaks;seasoneachwithsaltand
pepper;completelycoateachsteakwitholiveoil.
Heatagrillpanovermediumheat;cookthesteaksinthegrillpan
for15minutes,turningtwice.
Whilethesteakscook,stirtogetherthegarlic,parsley,basil,
arugula,andlemonjuiceinabowluntilevenlycoated;spoonover
thecookedsteakstoserve.
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VenisonBurgerandSteakChili
Ingredients
Directions
1/2poundbulkmildItalian
sausage
1poundcubedleanvenison
2poundsgroundvenison
2tablespoonsoliveoil
8ouncesslicedcrimini
mushrooms
1largeonion,diced
2tablespoonsmincedgarlic
1greenpepper,diced
1redpeppers,diced
2redchilepeppers,seededand
chopped
2jalapenopeppers,seededand
minced
1(6ounce)cantomatopaste
1(28ounce)cantomatosauce
2(15.5ounce)cansblackbeans,
rinsedanddrained
2(28ounce)cansdicedtomatoes,
withliquid
1cupwater,orasneeded
1/4teaspoonchilipowder
2tablespoonspaprika
1dashcayennepepper
2tablespoonsdriedoregano
Saltandpeppertotaste
1/4cupmincedfreshparsley
1(8ounce)packageshredded
Cheddarcheese
Cooksausageinalargeskilletovermedium-highheatuntil
crumbledandbrowned;placeintoalargeDutchoven.Searvenison
cubesuntilwellbrowned;addtosausage.Addgroundvenison,and
cookuntilcrumblyandnolongerpink;placeintoDutchoven.
Heatoliveoilintheskilletovermedium-highheat.Stirinthe
mushrooms,andcookuntilsoft,about2minutes.Stirinonionand
garlic,cookuntiltheonionistranslucent,about2minutes.Addthe
greenandredpeppers,redchilepepper,andjalapeno;cookuntil
softened,thenaddtoDutchoven.
Stirintomatopaste,tomatosauce,blackbeans,dicedtomatoes,
andwater.Seasonwithchilipowder,paprika,cayenne,and
oregano.Bringtoasimmerovermedium-highheat,thenreduce
heattomedium-low,cover,andsimmeruntilthevenisonpiecesare
tender,about2hours.
Seasontotastewithsaltandpepper,andstirinparsleybefore
serving.Toserve,sprinklewithshreddedCheddarcheese.
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KoreanMarinatedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4clovesgarlic
1teaspoonmincedfreshginger
1onion,roughlychopped
21/2cupslowsodiumsoysauce
1/4cuptoastedsesameoil
3tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonsunseasonedmeat
tenderizer
1cupwhitesugar
2poundsbeefflanksteak,
trimmedofexcessfat
Placegarlic,ginger,andonioninthebowlofablender.Addsoy
sauce,sesameoil,Worcestershiresauce,meattenderizer,and
sugar.Pureeuntilsmooth.
Pourthemarinadeintoaresealableplasticbagorglassbowl.Score
theflanksteakandplaceintothemarinade.Marinateovernightin
therefrigerator.
Preheatagrillformedium-highheat.
Grillsteakonpreheatedgrilltodesireddoneness,about7minutes
persideformedium.
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MushroomRoundSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupall-purposeflour
1teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
2poundsbonelessbeefround
steak,cutintoserving-sizepieces
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1(10.5ounce)cancondensed
Frenchonionsoup,undiluted
1(8ounce)canmushroomstems
andpieces,drained
3/4cupwater
1/4cupketchup
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonscornstarch
1/4cupcoldwater
1cupsourcream
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinetheflour,saltandpepper.
Addbeef,afewpiecesatatime,andshaketocoat.Inalarge
skillet,brownthebeefinbatchesinoil.Transfermeattoaslow
cookerwithaslottedspoon.Inabowl,combinethesoup,
mushrooms,water,ketchupandWorcestershiresauce.Pourover
meat.Coverandcookonlowfor8hoursoruntilmeatistender.
Removebeefwithaslottedspoon;keepwarm.Transfercooking
liquidtoasaucepan.Combinecornstarchandcoldwateruntil
smooth;graduallystirintocookingliquid.bringtoaboil;cookand
storefor1-2minutesoruntilthickened.Stirasmallamountofhot
liquidintosourcream.Returnalltothepan;cookonlowuntil
heatedthrough.Serveovermeat.
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TangyHamSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupketchup
1/3cupsweetpicklerelish
1tablespooncidervinegar
1teaspoonbrownsugar
1/8teaspooncayennepepper
1poundfullycookedhamsteak
Inabowl,combinetheketchup,relish,vinegar,brownsugarand
cayenne;setaside1/2cupforserving.Grillthehamsteak,
uncovered,overmediumheatfor3minutesoneachside,basting
occasionallywithremainingsauce.Servewithreservedsauce.
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BeerandBrownSugarSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
2(16ounce)beefsirloinsteaks
1/4cupdarkbeer
2tablespoonsteriyakisauce
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
1/2teaspoonseasonedsalt
1/2teaspoonblackpepper
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Useaforktopokeholesalloverthesurfaceofthesteaks,and
placesteaksinalargebakingdish.Inabowl,mixtogetherbeer,
teriyakisauce,andbrownsugar.Poursauceoversteaks,andletsit
about5minutes.Sprinklewith1/2theseasonedsalt,pepper,and
garlicpowder;setasidefor10minutes.Turnsteaksover,sprinkle
withremainingseasonedsalt,pepper,andgarlicpowder,and
continuemarinatingfor10moreminutes.
Removesteaksfrommarinade.Pourmarinadeintoasmall
saucepan,bringtoaboil,andcookforseveralminutes.
Lightlyoilthegrillgrate.Grillsteaksfor7minutesperside,orto
desireddoneness.Duringthelastfewminutesofgrilling,baste
steakswithboiledmarinadetoenhancetheflavorandensure
juiciness.
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SalisburySteakDeluxe
Ingredients
Directions
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup,
undiluted
1tablespoonpreparedmustard
2teaspoonsWorcestershiresauce
1teaspoonpreparedhorseradish
1egg
1/4cupdrybreadcrumbs
1/4cupfinelychoppedonion
1/2teaspoonsalt
Dashpepper
11/2poundsgroundbeef
1tablespooncookingoil
1/2cupwater
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
parsley
Inabowl,combinethesoup,mustard,Worcestershiresauceand
horseradish;blendwell.Setaside.Inanotherbowl,lightlybeatthe
egg.Addbreadcrumbs,onion,salt,pepperand1/4cupofthesoup
mixture.Addbeefandmixwell.Shapeintosixpatties.
Inalargeskillet,brownthepattiesinoil;drain.Combineremaining
soupmixturewithwater;pouroverpatties.Coverandcookover
lowheatfor10-15minutesoruntilmeatisdone.Removepattiesto
aservingplatter;spoonsauceovermeat.Sprinklewithparsley.
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Oven-FriedRanchSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1cupRanchsaladdressing
1teaspoonCajunseasoning
3/4poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak
1/3cupcornmeal
1/3cupdrybreadcrumbs
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinesaladdressingand
seasoning;addthebeef.Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigerateforat
least8hoursorovernight.Drainanddiscardmarinade.Inashallow
plate,combinethecornmeal,breadcrumbsandgarlicpowder.
Coatbothsidesofbeefincornmealmixture.
Placeinagreased13-in.x9-in.x2-in.bakingdish.Bakeat350
degreesFfor30-35minutesoruntilameatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).
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CubedSteakandWildRice
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsbutter
1poundcubesteak,cutintobite
sizepieces
1(4.5ounce)packagelonggrain
andwildricemix
2cupswater
5freshmushrooms,sliced
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonsgarlicpowder
1tablespoononionpowder
Inaskilletovermediumheat,meltthebutter,andsautethecube
steakuntilevenlybrowned.
Inamediumpot,mixthecookedsteakandjuices,rice,water,
mushrooms,Worcestershiresauce,garlicpowder,andonion
powder.Bringtoboil.Reduceheattolow,andsimmer25minutes,
oruntilallliquidhasbeenabsorbed.
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CubeSteakParmigiana
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
1egg
1tablespoonwater
1/3cupgratedParmesancheese
1/3cupfinelycrushedsaltines
1/2teaspoondriedbasil
6(4ounce)cubesteaks
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
SAUCE:
1(15ounce)cantomatosauce
1tablespoonsugar
1garlicclove,minced
1/2teaspoondriedoregano,
divided
3slicesmozzarellacheese,halved
1/3cupgratedParmesancheese
Inthreeshallowbowls,combineflour,saltandpepper;beategg
andwater;andcombineParmesancheese,saltinesandbasil.Dip
steaksinflourmixtureandeggmixture,thenrollincheesemixture.
Inalargeskillet,heat1tablespoonofoilovermedium-highheat.
Brownthreesteaksonbothsides.Removetoagreased13-in.x9in.x2-in.bakingpan.Repeatwiththeremainingsteaks,adding
additionaloilasneeded.Bake,uncovered,at375degreesFfor25
minutes.Drainanypanjuices.
Combinethetomatosauce,sugar,garlicand1/4teaspoonof
oregano;pouroversteaks.Bake20minuteslonger.Place
mozzarellacheeseonsteaks.SprinklewithParmesanand
remainingoregano.Returntotheovenfor5minutesoruntilcheese
ismelted.
227
SirloinSteakwithGarlicButter
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupbutter
2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
4clovesgarlic,minced
4poundsbeeftopsirloinsteaks
saltandpeppertotaste
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat.
Inasmallsaucepan,meltbutterovermedium-lowheatwithgarlic
powderandmincedgarlic.Setaside.
Sprinklebothsidesofeachsteakwithsaltandpepper.
Grillsteaks4to5minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.When
done,transfertowarmedplates.Brushtopsliberallywithgarlic
butter,andallowtorestfor2to3minutesbeforeserving.
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SweetGrilledSteakBites
Ingredients
Directions
2poundscubedbeefstewmeat
1/2teaspoonGreekseasoning,or
totaste
1/4cupsoysauce
1/3cupdarkcornsyrup
1teaspoonmincedgarlic
1/2teaspoonseasonedsalt
SeasonthemeatwithGreekseasoning.Inalargeresealablebagor
nonreactivebowl,combinethesoysauce,cornsyrup,garlicand
seasonedsalt.Massagethebagtoblend,thenaddthebeef.Press
outmostoftheairandseal.Marinateforupto24hours,flipping
overoccasionallytoevenlymarinate.
Preheatagrillformediumheat.Whenhot,lightlyoilthegrate.
Threadthebeefcubesontoskewers.
Grillthemeatonthepreheatedgrill,turningoccasionally,untilthey
havereachedyourdesireddegreeofdoneness.Becarefulnottolet
theflamesgettoohigh.Thesewilldarkenquicklybecauseofthe
highsugarcontent.Don'tworry-theyaren'tburning!
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BraisedSkirtSteakwithArtichoke
Ingredients
Directions
1cubebeefbouillon
1/2cupboilingwater
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1poundtenderizedskirtsteak
1pinchsalt
1cupmarinatedartichokehearts,
chopped,liquidreserved
1/2cuproastedredpeppers,
drainedandchopped
2pickledjalapenopeppers,
chopped
1/2cuppickledcarrots,chopped
1teaspooncapers
2tablespoonsprepared
horseradish
Preheatanovento400degreesF(200degreesC).
Dissolvebeefboullioncubeinboilingwater.Heattheoliveoilinan
oven-safeDutchovenoverhighheat.Seasontheskirtsteakon
bothsideswithsalt,andcookinthehotoiluntilbrownedonboth
sides,about2minutesperside.
Pourthebeefbouillonand1/4cupartichokejuiceintotheDutch
oven,thenstirintheartichokes,redpeppers,jalapenopeppers,
carrots,capers,andhorseradish.Bringtoaboil,thencover,and
placeintothepreheatedoven.Bakeuntilthemeathasturnedfrom
redtolightpinkinthecenter,about30minutes.
RemovetheskirtsteakfromtheDutchoven,coverwithfoil,and
keepwarm.ReturntheDutchoventothestove,andsimmer,
uncovered,overmedium-highheatuntilthesaucehasreducedto
yourdesiredconsistency,about10minutes.Slicetheskirtsteak
thinly,andservewiththereducedsauce.
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BrandiedPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(11/2pound)toproundsteak
2teaspoonscoarsekoshersalt
2tablespoonsblackpeppercorns,
coarselyground
1/2cupclarifiedbutter,melted
2leavesfreshsage,bruised
1sprigfreshthyme,bruised
4sprigsfreshrosemary,bruised
1/4cupbrandy
1/2cupvealdemiglace
1/2cupheavycream
1tablespoonroux
Seasonsteakwithsaltandpepper,andfirmlypressseasoningsinto
steak.Inalargeheavyskilletovermediumheat,combineclarified
butter,sage,thymeandrosemary.Cookuntilherbsbegintobrown,
thenremoveherbs.
Increaseheattomedium-high.Searsteakfor10to15minuteson
eachside.Carefullypourbrandyoversteak.Standback,andignite
thebrandy(flamescanbequiteintense).Whenflamesdie,remove
steakfrompan;keepwarm.
Stirdemiglaceintopan,anddeglazethepan,scrapingupanybits
stucktothebottom.Simmeruntilliquidisreducedbyhalf.Stirin
heavycream,andanyjuicesthathaveaccumulatedunderthe
steak.Addrouxtosaucetothickentoasmooth,richconsistency.
Tastesauceandaddmorepeppercornsorsaltifdesired.
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ChickenPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonvegetableoil
4boneless,skinlesschicken
breasts
1teaspoonseasoningsalt
1/2teaspoononionpowder
2teaspoonsmincedgarlic
1/2cupsoysauce,divided
1largeonion,cutintolongslices
2tablespoonscornstarch
21/2cupswater
1greenbellpepper,sliced
4roma(plum)tomatoes,seeded
andchopped
Heatoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Seasonchickenwith
saltandonionpowder,andplaceinskillet.Cookforabout5to7
minutes,thenaddthegarlic,4tablespoonssoysauce,andhalfof
theslicedonion.Cookuntilchickenisnolongerpink,andthejuices
runclear.
Dissolvecornstarchinwaterinasmallbowl,andblendintothe
chickenmixture.Stirin4tablespoonssoysauce,bellpepper,
tomatoes,andremainingonion.Simmeruntilgravyhasreached
desiredconsistency.
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SalisburySteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(10.5ounce)cancondensed
Frenchonionsoup
11/2poundsgroundbeef
1/2cupdrybreadcrumbs
1egg
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1/4cupketchup
1/4cupwater
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
1/2teaspoonmustardpowder
Inalargebowl,mixtogether1/3cupcondensedFrenchonionsoup
withgroundbeef,breadcrumbs,egg,saltandblackpepper.Shape
into6ovalpatties.
Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheat,brownbothsidesof
patties.Pouroffexcessfat.
Inasmallbowl,blendflourandremainingsoupuntilsmooth.Mixin
ketchup,water,Worcestershiresauceandmustardpowder.Pour
overmeatinskillet.Cover,andcookfor20minutes,stirring
occasionally.
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SteakSalad(RanenSalad)
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsbeefsirloinsteak
8cupsromainelettuce,torninto
bite-sizepieces
6roma(plum)tomatoes,sliced
1/2cupslicedfreshmushrooms
3/4cupcrumbledbluecheese
1/4cupwalnuts
Preheatovenonbroilersetting.Broilsteaksfor3to5minutesper
side,ortodesireddoneness.Allowtocool,thensliceintobite-size
pieces.
1/3cupvegetableoil
3tablespoonsredwinevinegar
2tablespoonslemonjuice
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoongroundblack
pepper
3teaspoonsWorcestershiresauce
1/8teaspoonliquidsmoke
flavoring
Onchilledplates,arrangelettuce,tomatoes,andmushrooms.
Sprinklewithbluecheeseandwalnuts.Topwithsteakslices.
Inasmallbowl,whisktogetheroil,vinegar,lemonjuice,salt,
pepper,Worcestershiresauce,andsmokeflavoring.Drizzleover
salad.
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EasyMinuteSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
4(1/2pound)cubesteaks
(poundedroundmeat)
1(10.5ounce)cancondensed
Frenchonionsoup
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Inalargeskilletovermediumheat,brieflybrownthecubesteaks.
Arrangemeatinasinglelayerina13x9inchbakingdishandpour
thesoupoverthetop.Bakeinpreheatedovenfor1hour.
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SteakBurritos
Ingredients
Directions
2flanksteaks(1poundeach)
2(1.25ounce)packagestaco
seasoning
1mediumonion,chopped
1(4ounce)canchoppedgreen
chilies
1tablespoonvinegar
10(8inch)flourtortillas
11/2cupsshreddedMonterey
Jackcheese
11/2cupschopped,seededplum
tomatoes
3/4cupsourcream
Cutsteaksinhalf;rubwithtacoseasoning.Placeinaslowcooker
coatedwithnonstickcookingspray.Topwithonion,chiliesand
vinegar.Coverandcookonlowfor8-9hoursoruntilmeatis
tender.Removesteaksandcoolslightly;shredmeatwithtwoforks.
(Turntopage51foratiponshreddingmeat.)Returntoslow
cooker;heatthrough.Spoonabout1/2cupmeatmixturedownthe
centerofeachtortilla.Topwithcheese,tomatoandsourcream.
Foldendsandsidesoverfilling.
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ChickenFriedSteakIII
Ingredients
Directions
21/2cupsall-purposeflour,
divided
2tablespoonssalt
1teaspooncayennepepper
3eggs,lightlybeaten
3poundsbeefchucksteaks,well
trimmed
1cupoilforfrying
21/2cupsmilk
1teaspoongarlicsalt
3/4teaspooncelerysalt
2tablespoonschilipowder
1cubebeefbouillon
Inashallowbowl,combine2cupsoftheflour,saltandcayenne
pepper;setaside.Inabowl,beattogethereggsandremaining1/2
cupflour.Poundsteaksflatwithameatmallet.Dredgethesteaks
firstintheflourmixture,thenintotheeggmixture,thenbackinto
theflourmixture.
Heatoilinalargeskilletovermediumhighheat.Frythecoated
steaksuntilgoldenbrown.Removefromskillet,drain,andkeep
warm.
Pouroffallbut1tablespoonoftheoil,thenstirintheleftover
seasonedflour.Cookovermediumheat,stirringconstantly,untilthe
flourisbrowned.RemovefromtheheatandStirinmilk,garlicsalt,
celerysalt,chilipowderandbeefbouillon.Returntotheheatand
bringtoasimmer,stirringconstantly,untilgravythickens.
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ChinesePepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
11/2cupsjuliennedgreenbell
pepper
3/4cupchoppedonion
2tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
2cupsslicedfreshmushrooms
3/4poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cutintothinstrips
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
1clovegarlic,minced
1tablespooncornstarch
1cupapplejuice
1/4cupcoldwater
Hotcookedrice
Inawokorskillet,stir-frygreenpeppersandonionin1tablespoon
oilfor2-3minutes.Addmushrooms;stir-fry1minutelonger.
Removeandkeepwarm.
Seasonthebeefwithsaltandpepper.Inthesameskillet,stir-frythe
beefandgarlicinremainingoilfor6-8minutesoruntilnolonger
pink;drain.
Combinethecornstarch,applejuiceandwateruntilsmooth;stir
intothebeefmixture.Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor1minutesor
untilthickened.Returnthevegetablestothepan;heatthrough.
Serveovertherice.
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TeriyakiRibEyeSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonssoysauce
2tablespoonswater
1tablespoonwhitesugar
11/2teaspoonshoney
11/2teaspoonsWorcestershire
sauce
11/4teaspoonsdistilledwhite
vinegar
1teaspoonoliveoil
1/4teaspoononionpowder
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
1/8teaspoongroundginger
2(6ounce)leanbeefribeye
steaks
Whisktogetherthesoysauce,water,sugar,honey,Worcestershire
sauce,vinegar,oliveoil,onionpowder,garlicpowder,andground
gingerinalargebowl.Piercesteaksseveraltimeswithafork.
Marinatesteaksinsoysaucemixtureforatleast2hours.
Cookthesteaksinahotskillet,wok,orhibachiovermediumheat;7
minutespersideformedium.Aninstant-readthermometerinserted
intothecentershouldread140degreesF(60degreesC).
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Steak'N'VegetableSoup
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cutinto1/2inchcubes
1cupchoppedonion
2teaspoonscanolaoil
2cupscubedredpotatoes
1cupchoppedcarrots
1cupfrozenpeas
1(14.5ounce)canbeefbroth
1cupwater
2tablespoonsbalsamicvinegar
1tablespoonmincedfreshparsley
1tablespoonmincedchives
11/2teaspoonsmincedfresh
basil
1teaspoonmincedfreshthyme
3/4teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
Inalargesaucepan,cookbeefandonioninoiluntilmeatisno
longerpink;drain.Stirinthepotatoes,carrotsandpeas.Addthe
broth,water,vinegar,parsley,chives,basil,thyme,saltandpepper.
Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmerfor20-30minutesor
untilmeatandvegetablesaretender.
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PepperedSteakwithBlackberrySauce
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cuplemonjuice
1/3cupCriscoVegetableOil
1/4cupchoppedonion
2clovesgarlic,minced
4(4ounce)beeftenderloinoreye
ofroundsteaks,trimmedoffat
Saltandcoarselygroundblack
pepper
CriscoOriginalNo-Stick
CookingSpray
1/2cupSmucker'sSeedless
BlackberryJam
1/4cupredwinevinegar
1/4teaspoononionpowder
1/4cupfreshorthawedfrozen
blackberries
Mixlemonjuice,oil,onionandgarlicinlargere-sealableplasticbag.
Placesteaksinmarinade.Sealbagandrefrigerate6to24hours,
turningbagoccasionally.Whenreadytocook,seasonsteakswith
saltandcoarselygroundpepper.Discardmarinade.
Spraygrillrackwithno-stickcookingspray.Heatgrill.
Cookjam,vinegarandonionpowderinsmallsaucepanover
mediumheatuntiljamismelted,stirringconstantly.Removefrom
heat.
Placesteaksonpreparedgrill.Cook8to12minutesoruntildesired
doneness,turningoncehalfwaythroughcookingtime.Toserve,top
steakswithblackberrysauce.Sprinklewithfreshblackberries.
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WasabiEncrustedTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonfive-spicepowder
1tablespoongratedfreshginger
2tablespoonssake
2tablespoonsricevinegar
2tablespoonstamari
1/4cupsesameoil
2poundsahitunasteaks,each
about1inchthick
1poundwasabipeas,crushed
2tablespoonslightbrownsugar
Inalargebowl,whisktogetherthefive-spicepowder,ginger,sake,
ricevinegar,tamari,andsesameoil.Addthetunasteaksandturn
tocoat;allowtomarinatefor30minutes.
Combinethecrushedwasabipeasandbrownsugar.Removethe
tunasteaksfromthemarinade,andpressintothepeamixtureto
coat.Pourthemarinadeintoasmallsaucepanandbringtoa
simmerovermedium-highheat.Reduceheattomedium,and
simmeruntilthesaucehasreducedandthickened,5to10minutes.
Whilethesauceiscooking,searthetunainasmallamountofoilin
askilletovermedium-highheattodesireddoneness.Poursauce
overtunatoserve.
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GrilledSalmonSteaksItalian-Style
Ingredients
Directions
2salmonsteaks
1tablespoondriedItalian
seasoning
1teaspooncrumbleddriedthyme
1teaspooncrusheddried
rosemary
saltandpeppertotaste
1tablespoonfreshlimejuice
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformediumheatandlightlyoilgrate.
SeasononesideofeachsteakwiththeItalianseasoning,thyme,
rosemary,salt,andpepper.
Laythesteakswiththeseasoned-sidedownonthepreparedgrill.
Cookongrilluntilthefleshflakes,turningonce,7to8minutes.
Sprinkleeachsteakwithlimejuicetoserve.
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PaprikaChiliSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1mediumonion,chopped
1/2cupketchup
1/4cupcidervinegar
1tablespoonpaprika
1tablespooncanolaoil
2teaspoonschilipowder
1teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
11/2poundsbeefflanksteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethefirsteightingredients;
addsteak.Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigeratefor3hoursor
overnight,turningoccasionally.
Coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspraybeforestartingthegrill.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillsteak,covered,overmedium-hot
heatfor6-8minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF,well-done,170degreesF.
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SteakHouseAuGratinPotatoes
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonbutter
3russetpotato,peeledandcubed
1cupheavycream
1/2cup2%reduced-fatmilk
4clovesgarlic,minced
2tablespoonsall-purposeflour
saltandblackpeppertotaste
1cupgratedmediumCheddar
cheese
Preheatanovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Greaseone
9x13inchbakingpanwithbutter.Spreadpotatoesevenlyinthe
pan.
Whisktogetherheavycream,milk,garlic,flour,salt,andpepperina
largebowl.Pourcreammixtureoverthepotatoes.Coverwithfoil.
Bakeinthepreheatedovenfor20minutes,thenremovethefoil.
Continuebakinguntilthepotatoesareeasilypiercedwithafork,
about40minutes.Removepotatoesfromtheovenandsprinkle
Cheddarcheeseontop.Returntoovenandbakeuntilthecheeseis
melted,5to10minutes.Allowtocoolfor5minutesbeforeserving.
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Thyme-RubbedSteakswithSauteedMushrooms
Ingredients
Directions
2teaspoonspaprika
1teaspoonsalt
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoononionpowder
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
Inasmallbowl,mixtogetherthepaprika,salt,pepper,garlic
powder,onionpowderandthyme.Sprinkleontoeachsideofthe
steaks,pressinginsoitadheres.Setaside.
1poundNewYorkstripsteaks,
cut3/4inchthick
1(8ounce)packageslicedfresh
mushrooms
1/4cupmincedshallot
2tablespoonsbutter
2tablespoonsredwine
1tablespoonvegetableoil
saltandpeppertotaste
Meltthebutterinaskilletovermedium-highheat.Addtheshallots;
cookandstirforabout1minute.Addthemushrooms,andcookfor
afewmoreminutes,untiltender.Stirintheredwine,andcookuntil
mostoftheliquidhasevaporated.Removefromtheheatandkeep
warm.
Heattheoilinaseparateskilletovermedium-highheat.Frysteaks
for5to7minutesperside,ortoyourdesireddegreeofdoneness.
Removetoaplateandletrestforafewminutes.Topwith
mushroomsandserve.
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SpicyLime-CilantroMarinatedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
6clovesgarlic
1/2redonion,chopped
2limes,juiced
1mediumjalapenochilepepper
2tablespoonsfreshthymeleaves
1cuplooselypackedcilantro
leaves
3/4cupcornoil
2tablespoonshoney
3poundsbeefflanksteak
koshersalttotaste
Pureethegarlic,onion,limejuice,jalapeno,thyme,cilantro,cornoil,
andhoneyintothebowlofablenderorfoodprocessoruntilthe
ingredientsarewellincorporated.Marinatetheflanksteakwith1/2
cupofthepureeinaresealablebagovernightintherefrigerator.
Reservetherestofthepureetouselaterasasauce.
Preheatagrillformedium-highheat.
Whilegrilliswarming,removethemeatfromtherefrigeratorandlet
sitatroomtemperatureforatleast30minutes.Discardany
marinadeleftinthebag.Liberallyseasonthesteakwiththekosher
salt,andcooktodesireddoneness,approximately4minutesper
sideformedium-rare.
Toserve,slicethesteakagainstthegraininto1/8to1/4inchslices,
anddrizzletheremainingmarinadeoverthemeat.
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PeanutSesameRib-EyeSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4stalkslemongrass,coarsely
chopped
1/4cupvegetableoil
1/4cupfishsauce
1/4cupricewinevinegar
1teaspoondarksoysauce
1teaspoonwhitesugar
1/2teaspoonAsian(toasted)
sesameoil
Placethelemongrass,1/4cupvegetableoil,fishsauce,ricewine
vinegar,darksoysauce,sugar,andsesameoilintotheworkbowl
ofafoodprocessor,andprocessuntilthemixtureformsapaste.
Coatbothsidesofthesteakswiththemarinadepaste,and
refrigerate,covered,for2to3hours.
4(8ounce)beefribeyesteaks
(thick-cut)
1/2cupchoppedpeanuts
1/2cupblacksesameseeds
1/4cupseasalt
1/4cupcrushedblack
peppercorns
1tablespoonvegetableoil,
divided
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat,andlightlyoilthe
grate.
Inabowl,combinepeanuts,sesameseeds,seasalt,andpepper
untilthoroughlymixed.
Removethesteaksfromthemarinade,anddiscardanyremaining
marinade.Patthesteaksverydrywithpapertowelsforgood
charring.Rubeachsteakwithabout3/4teaspoonofvegetableoil.
Sprinklethepeanutmixturegenerouslyoverbothsidesofeach
steak,andpressthespicesintothemeat.
Grillonthepreheatedgrilluntilthesteaksshowgrillmarks,startto
becomefirm,andarereddish-pinkandjuicyinthecenter,4to5
minutesperside.Aninstant-readthermometerinsertedintothe
centershouldread130degreesF(54degreesC).Letthesteaks
restatleast5minutesbeforeslicing.
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OstrichSteakswithCalvadosSauce
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsclarifiedbutter
4(5ounce)ostrichsteaks
1/2cupbeefstock
1/3cupcremefraiche
1/4cupCalvados(applebrandy)
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
Heatthebutterinaskilletovermedium-highheat.Cooktheostrich
steaksinthehotbutteruntiltheoutsideisjustabouttobecrisp,
shownbydarkeningpatchesaswithabeefsteak,about2minutes
perside.Aninstant-readthermometerinsertedintothecenter
shouldread145degreesF(63degreesC)forrare.Removethe
ostrichsteaksfromthepan,andkeepwarm.
Pourthebeefstockintotheskillet,andbringtoaboiloverhigh
heat.Boilforafewminutesuntilslightlyreduced,thenlowerthe
heattomedium-low,andstirinthecremefraiche.Cookandstir2
minutes,thenpourintheCalvados,andseasontotastewithsalt
andpepper.Seasoneachostrichsteakwithpeppertotaste.Spoon
thesauceoverthesteakstoserve.
249
Willy'sJuicySteak
Ingredients
Directions
2cupsorangejuice
1cupthousandislandsalad
dressing
1cupWorcestershiresauce
2tablespoonsvinegar-basedhot
peppersauce
2tablespoonsmincedfreshgarlic
4(1/2pound)11/2inchthickribeyesteaks
saltandpeppertotaste
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinetheorangejuice,salad
dressing,Worcestershiresauce,hotpeppersauce,andgarlic.
Squeezethebagtomixwell.Youshouldhaveanicebrown
marinade.Placesteaksintothebagwiththemarinade,andseal.
Refrigeratefor2to5hours,turningoveroccasionally.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat.Whenthegrillishot,lightlyoil
thegrate.
Placesteaksontothegrillandseasonthetopswithsaltandpepper
totaste.Bastewithmarinade.Cookforabout5to7minutes,then
flipoverandsalt,pepperandbasteagain.Grillforabout7or8
moreminutes,ortodesireddoneness.Donotflipthesteaksagain.
Theinternaltemperatureshouldbeatleast145degreesF(63
degreesC).Letsteaksstandfor5minutesbeforecutting,to
preventjuicesfromrunningout.
Heattheremainingmarinadetoaboilinasmallsaucepan.Useas
steaksauce.
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FlankSteakPinwheels
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupoliveoil
1/4cupsoysauce
1/4cupredwine
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
1tablespoonDijonmustard
1tablespoonlemonjuice
1clovegarlic,minced
1teaspoonItalianseasoning
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
Inalargeresealablebag,combinetheoliveoil,soysauce,redwine,
Worcestershiresauce,mustard,lemonjuice,1cloveofgarlic,Italian
seasoningandpepper.Squeezethebagtoblendwell.Piercethe
flanksteakwithaknife,makingsmallslitsabout1inchapart.Place
thesteakintothebag,andseal.Refrigerateovernighttomarinate.
11/2poundsflanksteak,
poundedto1/2inchthickness
Removethesteakfromthebag,anddiscardmarinade.Spreadthe
garlicpasteoverthetopsideofthesteak.Placelayersofchopped
onion,breadcrumbs,spinach,andcheeseoverthegarlic.Rollthe
steakuplengthwise,andsecurewithkitchentwineortoothpicks.
Placetherollinashallowglassbakingdish.
1clovegarlic,peeled
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/4cupchoppedonion
1/4cupfinedrybreadcrumbs
1cupfrozenchoppedspinach,
thawedandsqueezeddry
1/2cupcrumbledfetacheese
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Crushtheremainingcloveofgarliconacuttingboardwithalarge
chef'sknife.Sprinklethesaltoverthegarlic,andscrapewiththe
bluntsideoftheknifetomakeapaste.
Bakeuncoveredfor1hourinthepreheatedoven,oruntilthe
internaltemperatureoftherollisatleast145degreesF(63degrees
F)inthecenter.Letstandfor5minutestoset,thensliceinto1inch
slicestoserve.
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JapaneseSesameSteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cuptahini
2tablespoonssoysauce
1tablespoonmayonnaise
1clovegarlic,minced
11/2teaspoonsgroundginger
1pinchpaprika
1/4cupwater,orasneeded
Whiskthetahini,soysauce,mayonnaise,garlic,ginger,andpaprika
togetherinabowl.Graduallystirthewaterintothemixtureuntilyou
reachadesiredconsistency.Refrigerateuntilreadytouse.
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LuauBeefTenderloinSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupunsweetenedpineapple
juice
1/4cupreduced-sodiumsoy
sauce
1/4cupoliveoil
2tablespoonslemonjuice
2tablespoonscidervinegar
6garliccloves,minced
1tablespoonchoppedsweet
onion
11/2teaspoonsgroundmustard
1/2teaspoonmincedfreshparsley
4(4ounce)beeftenderloinsteaks
Inasmallbowl,combinethefirstnineingredients.Pour3/4cup
marinadeintoalargeresealableplasticbag;addthesteaks.Seal
bagandturntocoat;refrigerateforseveralhoursorovernight.
Coverandrefrigerateremainingmarinade.
Drainsteaksanddiscardmarinade.Coatgrillrackwithnonstick
cookingspraybeforestartingthegrill.Grillsteaks,covered,over
mediumheatfor6-8minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreaches
desireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershould
read145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170
degreesF).Bastewithreservedmarinadeduringthelast2minutes
ofcooking.
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Bangin'SteakRub
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cuppackedbrownsugar
1(1.25ounce)packagechili
seasoningmix
1(1ounce)enveloperanch
dressingmix
1teaspoongarlicsalt
1teaspoononionsalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1teaspoonsteakseasoning
Inasmallbowl,thoroughlymixtogetherthebrownsugar,chili
seasoningmix,ranchdressingmix,garlicsalt,onionsalt,ground
blackpepper,andsteakseasoning.Therubshouldbesmoothand
granular,withnolargelumps.Storeatroomtemperatureinan
airtightcontaineruntilreadytouse.
Touse,rubtheseasoningmixliberallyontothesteakormeatof
yourchoicebeforecooking.
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CreamySlicedSteakandPotatoes
Ingredients
Directions
11/2teaspoonsvegetableoil
1/2sliceonion,diced
14ouncesbeeftopsirloin,thinly
sliced
1(15ounce)canwholenew
potatoes,drained
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1/4cupmilk
saltandpeppertotaste
Heatthevegetableoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Stirinthe
onions,andcookuntiltheybegintosoften,about3minutes.
Increasetheheattomedium-high,andaddtheslicedsirloin.Cook
andstiruntilthemeatisnolongerpink,andbeginningtobrown
aroundtheedges,about7minutes.Addthepotatoes,creamof
mushroomsoup,andmilk.Bringtoasimmer,thenreducetheheat
tomedium-low,andsimmer10minutes.Seasontotastewithsalt
andpepperbeforeserving.
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FlatIronSteakwithMushrooms
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
saltandpeppertotaste
3(6ounce)beefflatironsteaks
(shouldertopblade)
3shallots,thinlysliced
6clovesgarlic,peeled
4cupsslicedwhitemushrooms
1/4cupbalsamicvinegar
3/4cupfull-bodiedredwine
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Cuttheflatiron
steakintoindividualportionsifneeded.Seasonwithsaltand
pepperonbothsides.Frythesteaksuntilbrownedoneachside,2
to3minutesperside.Removefromtheskilletandplaceinanoven
proofdish.Setsteaksintheoventocontinuecooking.
Addshallotsandwholeclovesofgarlictothehotskillet.Cookand
stirovermediumheatuntilshallotsarestartingtobrown.Add
mushroomstothepan;cookandstiruntiltheyshrinksome,5to10
minutes.
Pourthebalsamicvinegarintothepanwiththemushroomsandstir
toremoveanybitsthatarestucktothebottomoftheskillet.Pourin
theredwineandsimmerforafewminutesovermediumheat.
Returnthesteakstotheskilletandcookuntiltheinternal
temperaturereaches135degreesto140degreesF(60degreesC),
about5minutesifatall.Removethewholepanfromtheheatand
letstanduntilsteaksreachaninternaltemperatureof145degreesF
(63degreesC),oryourdesireddegreeofdoneness.
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SalsaSteakForOne
Ingredients
Directions
1(6ounce)bonelessbeeftop
sirloinsteak,cut11/2inchesthick
seasonedsalttotaste
3tablespoonswater
1cuppreparedsalsa
1largepotato,peeledanddiced
1carrot,peeledandchopped
1smallwhiteonion,diced
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Sprinklebothsidesofsteakwithseasonedsalt.Placeinafoil-lined
bakingdishwith3tablespoonsofwater.Poursalsaoversteak,and
spreadchoppedvegetablesallaroundpan.Cover,andsealwith
foil.
Bakeinthepreheatedovenforonehour,ortodesireddoneness.
Serveimmediately.
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PorkSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupbutter
1/4cupsoysauce
1bunchgreenonions
2clovesgarlic,minced
6porkbuttsteaks
Meltbutterinaskillet,andmixinthesoysauce.Sautethegreen
onionsandgarlicuntillightlybrowned.
Placetheporksteaksintheskillet,cover,andcook8to10minutes
oneachside,Removecover,andcontinuecooking10minutes,or
toaninternaltemperatureof160degreesF(70degreesC).
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SteakandRice
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsroundsteak
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1greenbellpepper
1(29ounce)candicedtomatoes
4tablespoonscornstarch
1cubebeefbouilloncube
1/4cupsoysauce
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/2teaspoongroundginger
2cupswater
Trimanyfatfromroundsteakandslicemeatintothin2to3inch
longstrips.Removetheseedsandcorefromthegreenbellpepper,
andsliceintothin3inchlongstrips.
1cupwhiterice
2cupswater
Inalargefryingpanovermediumtohighheataddoilandcook
meatuntilmediumrare,addpeppersandcontinuecookinguntil
meatisbrowned.
Reduceheattosimmerandaddtomatoes,soysauce,garlic
powder,blackpepperandginger.Coverandsimmer10minutes.
Dissolvebullioncubeandcornstarchin2cupswaterandstirwell
beforeaddingtosimmeringbeef.Coverandsimmer10minutes,
stirringoccasionally,untilsauceresemblestheconsistencyof
gravy.Removefromheatandserveoverabedofrice.
Tocookrice:Inasaucepan,bring2cupsofwatertoaboil.Stirin1
cupofrice.Coverandreduceheattoasimmer.Simmerfor20
minutes.
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FlatIronSteakandSpinachSalad
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsflatironsteak
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1largeredonion,thinlysliced
1/2cupItaliansaladdressing
3largeredbellpeppers,cutinto
1/2inchstrips
2portobellomushrooms,sliced
1/2cupredwine
4cupsbabyspinachleaves
1/2cupcrumbledbluecheese
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat;lightlyoilthegrate.
Seasontheflatironsteakonbothsideswithsaltandpepper.Cook
todesireddegreeofdonenessonpreheatedgrill,about5minutes
persideformedium-rare.Letrestinawarmareawhileproceeding
withtherecipe.
Heatoliveoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Stirinthe
onion,andcookuntilitbeginstosoften,about4minutes.Pourin
theItaliansaladdressing,andbringtoaboil,thenstirinthered
peppersandmushrooms.Reduceheattomedium,andcookuntil
thepeppersaretender,about5minutes.
Removethevegetablesfromtheskilletwithaslottedspoon,and
setaside.Increasetheheattomedium-high,andaddtheredwine.
Simmerthesaladdressingandwineuntilithasreducedtoasyrupy
sauce,about5minutes.
Meanwhile,dividethespinachleavesontoservingplates.Thinly
slicetheflatironsteakacrossthegrain.Spoonthewarm,cooked
vegetablemixtureoverthespinachleaves,thenplacethesliced
steakontop.Spoononthereducedredwinesauce,andfinally,
sprinklewithbluecheese.
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TeriyakiSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeefskirtsteak
4clovesgarlic,minced
2cupsteriyakisauce
Cuttheskirtsteakintoindividualstripsforserving.Addthegarlicto
theteriyakisauce.Inare-sealableplasticbag,combinethesteak
andthesauce.Sealtightlyandrefrigeratetomarinateovernight.
PreheatoventobroilORpreheatabarbecuegrill.
WhenovenORgrillisready,removemeatfrombaganddiscard
remainingmarinade.PlacemeatonabroilerpanfortheovenOR
directlyonthegrillforthebarbecue.Cookforabout5minutesper
side,ortodesireddoneness.
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Berdean'sCubeSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4(4ounce)cubesteaks
saltandpeppertotaste
1/4cupall-purposeflour
1/3cupvegetableoil
1teaspoonbeefbouillongranules
Seasonthecubesteaksonbothsideswithsaltandpepper.Pour
theflourontoashallowplateandpressthesteaksintotheflour;
shakeofftheexcessflour.Heattheoilinalargeskilletwithlidover
medium-highheat.Placethesteaksintothehotoil,andcookuntil
goldenbrownonbothsides,about3minutesperside.
Pourwaterintotheskillettoalmostcoverthesteaks.Stirthebeef
bouillonandsalttotasteintothewater.Bringtoaboil;reduceheat
tomedium-low,cover,andsimmeruntilverytender,about2hours.
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FingerSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1cupall-purposeflour
31/2teaspoonsseasonedsalt
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
Whisktheflour,31/2teaspoonsseasonedsalt,andblackpepper
togetherinamixingbowl;setaside.Beattheegginaseparate
mixingbowl,thenmixinthebuttermilk,beer,andhotpeppersauce
untilsmooth;setaside.Cutthesteakintostrips1/2-inchwideby3to4-incheslong.Placeintoamixingbowl,andtosswiththe
remaining1teaspoonofseasonedsalt.
1egg
1/4cupbuttermilk
1/4cupdarkbeer
1tablespoonhotpeppersauce
(suchasFrank'sRedHot)
2poundsflatironsteaks
1teaspoonseasonedsalt
4cupsvegetableoilforfrying
Gentlypressthesteakstripsintotheflourtocoatandshakeoffthe
excessflour.Placethesteakstripsintothebeatenegg,thentossin
theflouragain.Gentlytossthestripsbetweenyourhandssothe
excessflourcanfallaway.Placeontoabakingsheet,andfreeze
untilsolid,about4hours.
Heatoilinadeep-fryerorlargesaucepanto350degreesF(175
degreesC).
Frythefrozensteakstripsinsmallbatches(5to7atatime)untilthe
breadingisgoldenbrown,andthebeefhascookedtoyourdesired
degreeofdoneness,about5minutesformedium-well.
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Stir-FriedSteakandVeggies
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespooncornstarch
1tablespoonbrownsugar
3/4teaspoongroundginger
1/2teaspoonchilipowder
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
1/4teaspoonpepper
1/2cupcoldwater
1/4cupsoysauce
1poundbonelesssirloinsteak,
cutintothinstrips
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
2cupsbroccoliflorets
2cupscauliflowerets
1largeonion,chopped
1cupslicedcarrots
Hotcookedrice
Inasmallbowl,whisktogetherthefirsteightingredientsuntil
smooth;setaside.
Inaskilletorwok,stir-frysteakinoilfor3-5minutes.Addbroccoli,
cauliflower,onion,carrotsandsoysaucemixture;coverandcook
for8minutesoruntilvegetablesarecrisp-tender,stirring
occasionally.Serveoverrice.
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Pineapple-GreenOnionSalsawithCook'sHam
Steak
Ingredients
Directions
1(2pound)Cook'sbrandBoneinHamSteaks
2cupsfreshripepineapple,
trimmed,coredandchoppedinto
3/8-inchto1/2-inchchunks
1/4cupfreshlemonjuice,with
pulp
1greenonion,minced
1/2redbellpepper,coredand
minced,1/8-inchto1/4-inch
1teaspoonlemonzest,finely
minced
3dashesTabascosauce
3/4teaspoonkoshersalt
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
1/4teaspoondrymustard
1pinchgroundcloves
Preparecharcoalorgasgrill.Placehamsteaksongrillover
medium-highheat.Grillhamsteaks3to5minutesperside,turning
once.
Mixtogetherallingredientsforsalsa.
ServeHamSteakwithasideofPineapple-GreenOnionSalsa.
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PhillySteakSalad
Ingredients
Directions
16ouncesflanksteak,cutinto
strips
1greenbellpepper,seededand
cutintostrips
1largeonion,slicedintorings
1(8ounce)bottleItalian-style
saladdressing
1/2(32ounce)packagefrozen
curly-styleFrenchfries
1(8ounce)packageshredded
Cheddarcheese
1headiceberglettuce,torninto
bite-sizedpieces
4tomatoes,quartered
1(15ounce)cangarbanzobeans,
drained
1(8ounce)bottleRanch-style
saladdressing
Inacovereddish,spreadoutslicedsteak,peppersandonionsand
pourtheItaliandressingoverall.Coverandrefrigerateforatleast
20minutes.
CookFrenchfriesaccordingtopackageinstructionswhilesteakis
marinating.
Inalargeskilletovermedium-highheat,sautesteak,peppersand
onionsuntilvegetablesaretenderandsteakiscookedtoyour
liking.Separatesteakmixtureinto8equalportionswhileinthe
skillet,andtopeachportionwithcheese.Coverandsetasidetolet
cheesemelt.
Arrangelettuce,tomatoesandgarbanzobeanson8separate
plates.Topeachsaladwith1/8oftheFrenchfriesand1/8ofthe
steakmixtureandservewithRanch-stylesaladdressing.
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BeefPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
12blackpeppercorns,coarsely
ground
2tablespoonstamari
1clovegarlic,minced
1pinchwhitesugar
1pinchsalt
10ouncesbeeffilet
2tablespoonsbutter
Inasmall,nonporousbowl,combinethepeppercorns,tamari,
garlic,sugarandsalt.Addthebeeffiletandcoatwellonallsides.
Coverandmarinateintherefrigeratorfor1hour.
Meltbutterinamediumsaucepanovermediumhighheat.Place
thebeeffiletinthepanandsautefor6to8minutesperside,or
untilinternaltemperaturereachesatleast145degreesF(65
degreesC).
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Flash-In-The-PanPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3/4poundbonelessbeefround
steak,cutintothinstrips
1/2mediumonion,cutintothin
wedges
1/2smallgreenbellpepper,
julienned
2garliccloves,minced
1tablespoonbutterormargarine
3/4cupbeefbroth
1tablespoonsoysauce
1tablespooncornstarch
2tablespoonscoldwater
1/2mediumtomato,cutinto
wedges
1/4cupfreshorfrozensnowpeas
1teaspoonpaprika
Hotcookedrice
Inalargeskillet,cookthebeef,onion,greenpepperandgarlicin
butterovermediumheatfor5-7minutesoruntilvegetablesare
tenderandmeatisnolongerpink.Addthebrothandsoysauce;
bringmixturetoaboil.Reduceheat;simmer,uncovered,for1-2
minutes.
Inasmallbowl,combinecornstarchandwateruntilsmooth;stir
intoskillet.Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor2minutesoruntil
thickened.Stirinthetomato,snowpeasandpaprika;cook30
secondslonger.Serveoverrice.
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MarinatedVenisonSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
6(4ounce)bonelessvenison
steaks
1/2cupwhitevinegar
1/2cupketchup
1/4cupvegetableoil
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
4garliccloves,minced
11/2teaspoonsgroundmustard
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
Placevenisoninalargeresealableplasticbag.Inabowl,combine
theremainingingredients.Pourhalfoverthevenison;sealbagand
turntocoat.Refrigerateovernight.Refrigerateremainingmarinade.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefromsteaks.Broil3-4in.fromtheheat
for4minutes.Turn;bastewithreservedmarinade.broil4minutes
longer,bastingoften,oruntilameatthermometerreads160
degreesFformediumor170degreesFforwell-done.
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SouthwestSteakBites
Ingredients
Directions
1quartoilforfrying
1egg
1/4cupmilk
2cupsall-purposeflour
2teaspoonsdrymesquiteflavored
seasoningmix
1teaspoonsalt
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/4teaspoongroundcayenne
pepper
2poundscubesteak,cutintobite
sizepieces
Heattheoilinadeepfryerorheavyskilletto365degreesF(185
degreesC).
Inabowl,beattogethertheeggandmilk.Inaresealableplastic
bag,mixtheflour,mesquiteseasoning,salt,pepper,garlicpowder,
andcayennepepper.Dipthesteakpiecesintheeggmixture,then
placeintheplasticbag,seal,andshaketocoat.
Inthehotoil,frythecoatedsteakpiecesinsmallbatchesuntil
goldenbrown,about5minutes.Drainonpapertowels.
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SaskatchewanCitySteakSoup
Ingredients
Directions
6tablespoonsbutter
1/3cupall-purposeflour
5cupsbeefstock
2beefbouilloncubes
1cupvegetablejuice(suchas
V8)
3dashesWorcestershiresauce
1/2cupdicedcelery
1/2cuppeeled,dicedcarrots
1/2cupchoppedonion
1headcabbage,shredded
1(14.5ounce)cangreenbeans,
drained
1(14.5ounce)candicedtomatoes
1poundleangroundbeef
1teaspoonmonosodium
glutamate(suchasAc'cent)
11/2teaspoonsgroundblack
pepper
11/2teaspoonsbrowningsauce
(suchasKitchenBouquet)
salt,totaste
Meltthebutterinalargesaucepanovermedium-lowheat.Whiskin
theflour,andstiruntilthemixturebecomespaste-likeandlight
goldenbrown,about5minutes.Graduallywhiskthebeefstockinto
theflourmixtureandbringtoasimmerovermediumheat.Cook
andstiruntilthemixtureisthickandsmooth,10to15minutes.Stir
inthebouilloncubes,vegetablejuice,andWorcestershiresauce.
Bringtoaboilovermedium-highheat,thenaddcelery,carrots,
onion,shreddedcabbage,greenbeans,andtomatoes.Allowsoup
toreturntoaboil,thenreduceheattomedium-low.Coverand
simmeruntilvegetablesaretender,about30minutes.
Meanwhile,cookandstirgroundbeefinaskilletovermedium-high
heatuntilbrowned,about10minutes.Drainandsetaside.When
thevegetablesinthesouparetender,stirinthegroundbeefand
simmerfor15minutes.Stirinmonosodiumglutamate,pepper,
browningsauce,andsalttoserve.
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GrilledRibEyeSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupsoysauce
1/2cupslicedgreenonions
1/4cuppackedbrownsugar
2garliccloves,minced
1/4teaspoongroundginger
1/4teaspoonpepper
21/2poundsbeefribeyesteaks
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethesoysauce,onions,
brownsugar,garlic,gingerandpepper.Addthesteaks.Sealbag
andturntocoat;refrigeratefor8hoursorovernight.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillsteaks,uncovered,overmediumhotheatfor8-10minutesoruntilthemeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).
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BloodyMarySteakswithGreenOliveButter
Ingredients
Directions
4(6ounce)bonelessbeefsirloin
steaks,roomtemperature
2tablespoonsoliveoil
4teaspoonscrackedblack
pepper
2teaspoonsceleryseed
11/2cupsextraspicyBloody
Marymix
1tablespoonorangejuice
concentrate
2fluidouncesvodka
16pittedgreenolives
3tablespoonscoldunsalted
butter
2teaspoonschoppedgarlic
Preheatagrilltomediumheat.
Brushsteaksonbothsideswitholiveoil,thensprinklewithamixof
crackedpepperandceleryseed.Cooksteakstodesireddoneness
onthepreheatedgrill.Whendone,allowsteakstorestonaplate
whilecontinuingwiththerecipe.
BringtheBloodyMarymix,orangejuiceconcentrate,andvodkato
aboiloverhighheat;thenreduceheattomedium,andsimmerfor5
minutes.Whilesauceiscooking,pureetheolives,butter,andgarlic
inasmallfoodprocessoruntilalmostsmooth.
Toserve,pourapoolofthesauceinthecenterofeachplate.Slice
eachsteakinto4or5slices,andfanoutoverthesauce.Adda
dollopofolivebutter,andspoonalittlemoresauceovertop.
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LavenderPorkSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1cupvegetableoil
4tablespoonsfinelychopped
freshlavender
3tablespoonschoppedfresh
rosemary
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
thyme
4porksteaks
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforlowheat.
Pouroilintoalarge,resealableplasticbag.Addlavender,rosemary,
andthyme;letstandfor10minutes.Placesteaksinbagwith
marinade,andmarinatefor5minutes.
Lightlyoilgrate.Removesteaksfrommarinade,andarrangeongrill.
Cook,turningonceortwice,for20to30minutes,oruntildone.
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RedWineReductionSteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonsbutter
1/2yellowonion,chopped
1/2redonion,chopped
2largeshallots,chopped
2tablespoonsmincedgarlic
1roma(plum)tomato,chopped
1poundcarrots,chopped
3/4poundfreshmushrooms,
sliced
1(14ounce)canbeefbroth
11/4cupsMerlotwine,divided
Heatthebutterinasaucepanovermedium-highheat;cookandstir
theyellowandredonion,shallots,garlic,tomato,carrots,and
mushroomsuntiltheonionsaretranslucentandthecarrotshave
softened,10to15minutes.Pourinthebeefbrothand1cupof
Merlot,andbringtoaboil,scrapinganddissolvinganybrowned
bitsofflavorfromthebottomofthepan.Reduceheat,andsimmer
untilthevegetablesareverysoftandthepanjuiceshavereduced
byhalf,about20minutes.
Strainoutanddiscardthevegetablesfromthesauce.Returnthe
saucetoaboilovermedium-highheat,stirin1/4cupofMerlot
wine,andreduceheat.Simmerthesauceuntilitisreducedto1/4
ofitsoriginalvolume,stirringoccasionally,about20minutes.
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SpinachSteakPinwheels
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsbeefbonelesssirloin
steak
8baconstrips,cookedand
drained
1(10ounce)packagefrozen
choppedspinach,thawedand
squeezeddry
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspooncayennepepper
Makediagonalcutsinsteakat1-in.intervalstowithin1/2in.of
bottomofmeat.Repeatcutsinoppositedirection.Poundto1/2in.
thickness.Placebacondownthecenterofthemeat.Inabowl,
combinethespinach,Parmesancheese,saltandcayenne;spoon
overbacon.Rollupandsecurewithtoothpicks.Cutintosixslices.
Grill,uncovered,overmediumheatfor6minutesoneachsideor
untilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameat
thermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF).Discardtoothpicks.
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MarinatedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupsoysauce
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
2tablespoonstomatopaste
1garlicclove,minced
3/4teaspoondriedoregano
3/4teaspoonpepper
1poundbeefflanksteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethefirstsixingredients.
Cutan1/8-in.-deepdiamondpatternintobothsidesofsteak.Place
inthebag;sealandturntocoat.Refrigerateovernight.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Placesteakonabroilerpan.Broil4in.
fromtheheatfor7-8minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreaches
desireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershould
read145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170
degreesF).
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PerfectFlatIronSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsflatironsteak
21/2tablespoonsoliveoil
2clovesgarlic,minced
1teaspoonchoppedfreshparsley
1/4teaspoonchoppedfresh
rosemary
1/2teaspoonchoppedfresh
chives
1/4cupCabernetSauvignon
1/2teaspoonsalt
3/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/4teaspoondrymustardpowder
Placethesteakinsideofalargeresealablebag.Inasmallbowl,stir
togethertheoliveoil,garlic,parsley,rosemary,chives,Cabernet,
salt,pepperandmustardpowder.Pouroverthesteakinthebag.
Pressoutasmuchairasyoucanandsealthebag.Marinateinthe
refrigeratorfor2to3hours.
Heatanonstickskilletovermedium-highheat.Frythesteakinthe
hotskilletfor3to4minutesoneachside,ortoyourdesireddegree
ofdoneness.Discardthemarinade.Thesesteakstastebestat
mediumrare.Allowthemtorestforabout5minutesbeforeserving.
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Steak'N'OnionPie
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsall-purposeflour
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
1/2teaspoonpaprika
1/2poundbonelessbeeftop
roundsteak,cutinto1/2inch
cubes
1smallonion,slicedand
separatedintorings
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
11/2cupsbeefbroth
1cupcubedcookedpotatoes
CRUST:
1cupall-purposeflour
1/4teaspoonsalt
3tablespoonscoldbutteror
margarine
3tablespoonsshortening
2tablespoonscoldwater
1teaspoonmilk
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinetheflour,salt,pepperand
paprika;mixwell.Addbeef,afewpiecesatatime,andshaketo
coat.
Inaskillet,cookbeefandonioninoiluntilbeefisbrownedand
onionistender.Addbrothtotheskillet.Bringtoaboil.Reduce
heat;coverandsimmerfor45minutes.Uncover;stirinthe
potatoes.Cookuntilheatedthrough.Spoonmeatmixtureintoa
greased7-in.pieplateor2-cupbakingdish.
Forthecrust,inabowl,combinetheflourandsalt;cutinthebutter
andshorteninguntilcrumbly.Graduallyaddwater,tossingwitha
forkuntildoughformsaball.Rolloutpastrytofitbakingdish.Usea
smallcookiecuttertocutashapeinthecenterofthepastry;place
pastryovermeatmixture.Trimpastryto1/2in.beyondedgeof
dish;fluteedges.Brushwithmilk.Bakeat375degreesFfor35-40
minutesoruntilpastryislightlybrownedonedges.
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CuminLambSteakswithSmashedPotatoes,
WiltedSpinachandRedWineSauce
Ingredients
Directions
20newpotatoes,halved
1tablespoonbutter
2clovesgarlic,minced
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
1cupredwine
Placepotatoesintoalargesaucepanandcoverwithsaltedwater.
Bringtoaboil,thenreduceheattomedium-low,cover,andsimmer
untiltender,about15minutes.Drainandallowtosteamdryfora
minuteortwo.
4(6ounce)lambshouldersteaks
saltandpeppertotaste
1tablespooncuminseeds
1tablespoonvegetableoil
2bunchesfreshspinach,cleaned
1/4cupsourcream
2tablespoonssoftenedbutter
Meltthebutterinasaucepanovermediumheat.Stirinthegarlic,
andcookfor3to4minutesuntilthearomaofthegarlichas
mellowed.Addthebrownsugarandredwine,thenbringtoaboil
overmedium-highheat.Allowtoboilfor5minutes,thenremove
fromtheheat,cover,andkeepwarm.
Meanwhile,seasonthelambsteakswithsaltandpeppertotaste.
Pressthecuminseedsintothesteaksonbothsides.Heatthe
vegetableoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Addthe
steaks,andcookonbothsidesuntilcookedtoyourdesireddegree
ofdoneness,about4minutespersideformedium.Removethe
steakstorestinawarmspot.Placethespinachintothehotskillet,
seasontotastewithsaltandpepper,andcookuntilthespinachhas
wilted.
Mashthepotatoeswiththesourcreamandbutter;seasontotaste
withsaltandpepper.Toserve,moundaservingofmashed
potatoesontothecenterofadinnerplate.Topwiththespinachand
alambsteak.Straintheredwinesauceovertop.
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Rock'sT-BoneSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
4teaspoonssalt,ortotaste
2teaspoonspaprika
11/2teaspoonsgroundblack
pepper
3/4teaspoononionpowder
3/4teaspoongarlicpowder,orto
taste
3/4teaspooncayennepepper,or
totaste
3/4teaspoongroundcoriander,or
totaste
3/4teaspoongroundturmeric,or
totaste
4(16ounce)t-bonesteaks,at
roomtemperature
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilthegrate.Stir
thesalt,paprika,blackpepper,onionpowder,garlicpowder,
cayennepepper,coriander,andturmerictogetherinasmallbowl;
setaside.
Rubthesteaksonallsideswiththeseasoningmixture.Cookonthe
preheatedgrilltoyourdesireddegreeofdoneness,3to31/2
minutespersideformedium-rare.Aninstant-readthermometer
insertedintothecentershouldread130degreesF(54degreesC).
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FirecrackerFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(16ounce)jarPaceThick&
ChunkySalsa
2cupsorangejuice
1/2cupoliveoil
2tablespoonspackedbrown
sugar
2tablespoonssoysauce
2tablespoonsDijon-stylemustard
1teaspoongroundgingerroot
2poundsbeefflanksteak
Hotcookedrice
Choppedfreshparsley
Mixthesalsa,orangejuice,oil,sugar,soy,mustardandgingerina
nonmetallicshallowdishorlargeresealableplasticbag.Addthe
steakandturnittocoatwithmarinade.Coverthedishorsealthe
plasticbagandrefrigerateforatleast1hourorupto24hours.
Lightlyoilthegrillrackandheatthegrilltomedium.Grillsteakuntil
desireddoneness,bastingitfrequentlywithmarinade.
Heattheremainingmarinadeinasmallsaucepanovermedium-high
heattoaboil.Reducetheheattolowandcookfor10minutes.
Slicethesteakacrossthegrainata45-degreeangletothecutting
surface.Servewiththericeandthesauce.Topwiththeparsley.
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SpecialSalmonSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2(8ounce)salmonsteaks
2tablespoonsbutterormargarine,
melted
2tablespoonslemonjuice
1greenonion,sliced
1tablespoonmincedfreshparsley
1/4teaspoongarlicsalt
1/8teaspoonlemon-pepper
seasoning
Placesalmoninalightlygreased8-in.squarebakingdish.Topwith
butterandlemonjuice.Combineonion,parsley,garlicsaltand
lemonpepper;sprinkleoversalmon.Bake,uncovered,at400
degreesFfor15-20minutesoruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork.
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BakedFakeSteakwithGravy
Ingredients
Directions
3poundsgroundbeef
17saltinecrackers,finelycrushed
1/2cupmilk
11/2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
11/2teaspoonsonionpowder
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1pinchsalt,ortotaste
1/2cupall-purposeflour
1tablespoonvegetableoil
11/2cupswater
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
beefandmushroomsoup
1(.75ounce)packetdrybrown
gravymix
Inalargebowl,mixtogetherthegroundbeef,saltinecrackersand
milk.Seasonwithgarlicpowder,onionpowder,saltandpepper,
andmixuntilwellblended.Linea10x15inchjellyrollpanwith
waxedpaper.Pressthebeefmixturefirmlyintothepan.Coverwith
plasticwrap,andrefrigerate8to10hours,orovernight.
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Removeplastic
wrapfrommeat,andrubflouroverthetopsideofthebeef.Flipout
ofthepanontowaxedpaper,andrubflourontheothersideas
well.Cutintopieces(Iuseapizzacutter).
Heatoilinalargeheavyskilletovermedium-highheat.Frythemeat
untilbrownedoneachside,turningonlyonce.Removetoa9x13
inchbakingdish.Inamediumbowl,mixtogetherthewater,
condensedsoup,andgravymix.Pouroverthemeatinthedish.
Coverthedishlooselywithaluminumfoil.
Bakefor1hourinthepreheatedoven.Servefakesteakandgravy
withpotatoes,rice,ornoodles.
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MarinadeforSteakI
Ingredients
Directions
1cupvegetableoil
Inamediumbowl,combinetheoil,soysauce,vinegar,lemonjuice,
Worcestershiresauce,groundblackpepper,mustard,onion,and
1/2cupsoysauce
garlic.Mixtogetherwell,andusetomarinateyourfavoritemeat.
1/3cupredwinevinegar
1/4cupfreshlemonjuice
3tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
1tablespoonfreshlygroundblack
pepper
2tablespoonsDijon-style
preparedmustard
1onion,sliced
2clovesgarlic,minced
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SicilianStyleSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1cupItalianseasoneddrybread
crumbs
1cupgratedParmesancheese
1teaspoonseasonedsalt
1tablespoongarlicpowder
1/2cupoliveoil
2(16ounce)t-bonesteaks
Preheatanovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Lightlygreasea
broilerpan.
Stirthebreadcrumbs,Parmesancheese,seasonedsalt,andgarlic
powdertogetherinashallowdishsuchasapieplate.Pourtheolive
oilintoaseparateshallowdish.Dipthet-bonesteaksintheoliveoil
onbothsides;allowexcesstodripoff.Pressthesteaksintothe
breadcrumbmixture,andplaceontothepreparedbroilerpan.
Bakeonthemiddlerackinthepreheatedovenuntilthesteakshave
cookedtoyourdesireddegreeofdoneness,about15minutesfor
medium.Aninstant-readthermometerinsertedintothecenter
shouldread140degreesF(60degreesC)formedium.
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ChickenFriedSteakII
Ingredients
Directions
1(5ounce)canevaporatedmilk
21/2tablespoonshotpepper
sauce
3/4teaspoonsalt
2cupsall-purposeflour
21/2teaspoonspaprika
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
salttotaste
3/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
3poundsroundsteak,pounded
toabout1/2inchthickness
4cupsvegetableoil
Combinethemilk,hotpeppersauceandsaltinamediumbowl.
Measureonecupofflourintoasecondmediumbowl.Inathird
mediumbowl,combinetheremainingflour,paprika,garlicpowder,
saltandgroundblackpepper.
Firstcoatthesteakintheunseasonedflour,thendipinthemilk
mixture,andfinallycoatmeatintheseasonedflour.Repeatas
necessaryifthere'smorethanonepieceofmeat.
Heattheoilinamediumskilletovermediumhighheat.Frythe
coatedmeatintheoilfor3minutesperside,oruntilgoldenbrown.
Drainmeatonpapertowels.(Note:Makesuretheoilisfullyheated
beforedeepfrying.)
287
CoffeeMarinatedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonssesameseeds
6tablespoonsbutterormargarine
1mediumonion,chopped
4garliccloves,minced
1cupstrongbrewedcoffee
1cupsoysauce
2tablespoonswhitevinegar
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2poundsbonelessbeeftopsirloin
steak,cut1inchthick
Inaskillet,toastsesameseedsinbutter.Addonionandgarlic;
sauteuntiltender.Inabowl,combinethecoffee,soysauce,
vinegar,Worcestershiresauceandsesameseedmixture.Pourhalf
intoalargeresealableplasticbag;addsteak.Sealbagandturnto
coat;refrigeratefor8hoursorovernight,turningoccasionally.
Coverandrefrigerateremainingmarinade.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefromsteak.Grillsteak,covered,over
medium-hotheatfor6-10minutesoneachsideoruntilmeat
reachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometer
shouldread145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170
degreesF).Warmreservedmarinadeandservewithsteak.
288
SmokySteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupWorcestershiresauce
1/4cupliquidsmoke
11/2tablespoonssalt
3tablespoonsseasonedsalt
2tablespoonsgarlicpowder
21/2tablespoonsonionpowder
WhisktogetherWorcestershiresauce,liquidsmoke,salt,seasoned
salt,garlicpowder,andonionpowderinabowluntilthesaltshave
dissolved.
Touse,pourthemarinadeoverupto2poundsofmeatina
resealableplasticbag.Sealthebag,andrefrigerateovernight.The
followingmorning,discardthemarinade,andcookthemeatas
desired.
289
RosemarySteak
Ingredients
Directions
1cupredwine
1teaspoonsalt
1sprigfreshrosemary
4NewYorkstripsteaks,cut1inchthick
Combinetheredwine,saltandrosemaryinasmallbowl.Letstand
atroomtemperaturefor2to3hours.
Heatalargegriddleorcast-ironskilletoverhighheat.Placethe
steaksonthehotpan,andcookforabout8minutesperside,orto
desireddegreeofdoneness.Theinternaltemperatureshouldbeat
least145degreesF(62degreesC)formediumrare.Pourinthe
winemixture,andallowittoboilforaminute.Servesteakswith
sauceonadeepplatter.
290
SeasonedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupvegetableoil
2tablespoonswater
1tablespoonlemon-pepper
seasoning
1teaspoonseasonedsalt
1(11/2-pound)beefflanksteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethefirstfouringredients;
addsteak.Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigeratefor1-2hours,
turningoccasionally.
Grillsteak,uncovered,overmedium-hotheatfor6-12minutesor
untilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameat
thermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF).
291
Doreen'sSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cupsherry
1/3cupsoysauce
1/3cupvegetableoil
2tablespoonshoney
2tablespoonsgratedfreshginger
root
1clovegarlic,minced
Inamediumbowl,mixsherry,soysauce,vegetableoil,honey,
ginger,andgarlic.Marinatesteaksforatleast4hoursbeforegrilling
asdesired.
292
Spinach-StuffedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(10ounce)packagefrozen
choppedspinach,thawedand
drained
1(7ounce)jarroastedred
peppers,drained
1eggwhite
1/2cupseasonedbreadcrumbs
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese
1/4cupsunflowerkernels,toasted
1garlicclove,minced
1/2teaspoonsalt
1(11/2-pound)flanksteak
Inabowl,combinethefirsteightingredients;mixwell.
Cutsteakhorizontallyfromalongedgetowithin1/2in.ofopposite
edge;open(likeabook)andflattento1/2-in.thickness.Spread
spinachmixtureoverthesteaktowithin1in.ofedges.Rollup,jellyrollstyle,startingwithalongside;tiewithkitchenstring.Placeina
greased13-in.x9-in.x2-in.bakingdish.
Coverandbakeat350degreesfor1hour.Uncover;bake30-45
minuteslongeroruntiltender.Letstandfor10-15minutes.Cutinto
1/2-in.slices.
293
MockChickenFriedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1poundgroundbeef
2teaspoonschoppedfresh
parsley
1tablespoonchilipowder
1teaspoonsalt
1egg
2cupscrushedsaltinecrackers,
divided
1/2cupoilforfrying
Inamediumbowl,mixtogetherthegroundbeef,parsley,chili
powder,salt,egg,and1cupofcrushedsaltinecrackers.Forminto
6balls,thenflattenintopatties.Coatpattieswithremainingcracker
crumbs,andplacethemonaplate.Refrigerateforatleast30
minutes.
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Frypattiesforabout
7minutesperside,oruntilthecentersarewelldoneandthe
outsideisgoldenbrown.
294
MarinatedSirloinSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1cuplemon-limesoda
3/4cupvegetableoil
3/4cupsoysauce
1/4cuplemonjuice
1teaspoongarlicpowder
1teaspoonpreparedhorseradish
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethefirstsixingredients.
Addsteakandturntocoat.Sealandrefrigerate8hoursor
overnight,turningoccasionally.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillsteaks,covered,overmedium-hot
heatfor3-5minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).
295
CreolePan-FriedFlatIronSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsflatironsteak
1tablespoonhotpeppersauce(e.
g.Tabasco)
2tablespoonslimejuice
2teaspoonsgarlicsalt
1/8teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoongroundblack
pepper
21/4teaspoonsblackened
seasoning
1/2cupbutter
1/2cupwater
Heataskilletovermediumheat.Seasonthesteakwithhotpepper
sauce.Sprinkleormistwithalittlelimejuiceandseasonlightlywith
justaportionofthegarlicsalt,salt,blackpepperandblackened
seasoning.
Placethesteakinthepanandcoverwithalid.Cookforabout20
minutes,ortoyourdesireddegreeofdoneness,turningandadding
moreseasoningevery5minutes.
Removesteakstoaservingplatterandkeepwarm.Stirbutterand
waterintothepan,removinganybrownedbitsfromthebottomto
makeagravy.Seasonwithadditionalgarlicsalt,saltandpepperto
taste.Servesteakswithgravydrizzledoverthem.
296
LemonBasilPestoFlatIronSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4clovesgarlic
2cupspackedfreshbasilleaves
1/3cuppinenuts
1/2cupextra-virginoliveoil
1/2cupfreshlygratedParmesan
cheese
11/2tablespoonsfreshlemon
juice
3/4teaspoonredpepperflakes
6(6ounce)flatironsteaks
2largeclovesgarlic,minced
saltandpeppertotaste
Chop4garlicclovesinafoodprocessoruntilminced.Addthebasil
andpinenuts,andpulseafewtimestocombine.Withthefood
processorrunning,slowlypourintheoliveoil,stoppingonceor
twicetoscrapedownthesides.PlacetheParmesancheese,lemon
juice,andredpepperflakesintothefoodprocessor,andpulseuntil
blended.Seasontotastewithsaltandpepper.
Rubtheflatironsteakswith2clovesmincedgarlic,seasontotaste
withsaltandpepper,thensetaside.Preheatanoutdoorgrillfor
medium-highheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Grillthesteakstodesireddegreeofdonenessonpreheatedgrill,
about4minutespersideformedium.Bastethesteaksoccasionally
withalittleofthepestosauce.Oncedone,servetoppedwiththe
remainingpesto.
297
FiestaGrilledHamSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(2pound)Cook'sbrand
Bone-InThickCutHamSteak
3/4cupjalapenopepperjelly
2clovesgarlic,minced
1/4cupchoppedcilantro
Preheatcharcoalorgasgrill.Inasmallsaucepan,heatjellyand
garlicovermediumheatuntiljellyismelted(or,inamicrowave-safe
bowl,heatinmicrowaveovenathighpoweruntilmelted,about1
minute).Stirincilantro.Setaside1/4cupmixtureforserving.
Placehamsteaksongrillovermediumheat.Grill3minutes.Turn
hamsteaks;brushwithhalfofremainingjellymixtureandcontinue
togrill3minutes.Turnagain;brushwithremaininghalfofjelly
mixtureandcontinuetogrill1to2minutesoruntilhamisglazed
andheatedthrough.Servewithreservedjellymixture.
298
PepperSteakandRice
Ingredients
Directions
1cupuncookedlong-grainwhite
rice
2cupswater
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1mediumonion,slicedand
separatedintorings
1/2greenbellpepper,julienned
1poundbonelesssirloinsteak,
cutintothinstrips
2clovesgarlic,peeledand
chopped
1teaspoonbrowningsauce
1tablespoongroundpaprika
seasoningsalttotaste
groundblackpeppertotaste
11/2cupswater
2tablespoonscornstarch
1/2cupwater
Placericeand2cupswaterinamediumsaucepan,andbringtoa
boil.Cover,reduceheat,andsimmer20minutes.
Heatoliveoilinamediumsaucepanovermediumheat,andsaute
onionandgreenbellpepperuntiltender.
Stirsteak,garlic,andbrowningsauceintotheonionandgreenbell
peppermixture.Seasonwithpaprika,seasoningsalt,andblack
pepper.Cookandstiruntilsteakisevenlybrowned.Mixin11/2
cupswater,andbringtoaboil.
Inasmallbowl,dissolvecornstarchin1/2cupwater.Stirintothe
boilingsteakmixtureuntilthickened.Serveoverthecookedrice.
299
TastyTunaSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonoliveoil
11/2teaspoonswholefennel
seeds
3clovesgarlic,minced
1redbellpepper,cutintothin
strips
3/4cubefishbouillon,crushed
1/2lemon,juiced
2tablespoonsdrywhitewine
1headbabybokchoy,cleaned
andsliced
Heat1tablespoonofoliveoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Stirin1
1/2teaspoonsofwholefennelseeds,andcookuntiltheybubble
andbegintopop,about30seconds.Stirinthegarlicandredbell
pepper;cookandstirfor2minutes.Stirinthefishbouillonuntil
dissolved,thenaddthelemonjuice,whitewine,andbokchoy.
Cookandstiruntilthebokchoyistender,about5minutes.
saltandblackpeppertotaste
11/2teaspoonsfennelseeds,
crushed
1(8ounce)tunasteak
1tablespoonoliveoil
Meanwhile,combinesomesaltandpepperwiththecrushedfennel
seedsonaplate.Pressthetunasteakintothesaltmixtureonboth
sides.Heattheremainingtablespoonofoliveoilinaseparateskillet
overhighheat.Placethetunasteakintheskillet,andcookuntil
brownedonbothsidesandcookedtoyourdesireddegreeof
doneness,about45secondspersideforrare.
Cutthetunainto1/4-inchthickslicesandarrangeontoaserving
platter.Topwiththebokchoymixturetoserve.
300
John'sMangoSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupoliveoil
1/4cupmincedapple
1/2cupdicedhoneydew
1/2cupdicedmango
1tablespoongarlicsalt
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2teaspoonskoshersalt
1/4teaspoonhotpeppersauce
1tablespoongroundblackpepper
6poundsbeefsteaks
Inasmallsaucepanoverlowheat,combinetheoil,apple,
honeydew,mango,garlicsalt,Worcestershiresauce,koshersalt,
hotpeppersaucetotasteandgroundblackpepper.
Heatforabout5minutestogetwarm.Placethesteakinashallow
nonporousdish.Coverwiththemarinadeandrefrigerate,covered,
foratleast3hours.Flipsteakoverhalfwaythroughmarinating.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Grillsteakfor10minutesperside,dousingwithremaining
marinade,ifdesired.Steakisdonewheninternaltemperature
reachesatleast145degreesF(63degreesC).
301
SesameSirloinSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupsoysauce
2tablespoonssesameseeds,
toasted
2garliccloves,minced
2tablespoonsoliveorvegetable
oil
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
1/4teaspoonpepper
1dashhotpeppersauce
3/4pound(3/4inchthick)
bonelessbeefsirloinsteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethesoysauce,sesame
seeds,garlic,oil,brownsugar,pepperandhotpeppersauce.
Piercesteakonbothsideswithafork;placeinthebag.Sealand
turntocoat;refrigeratefor8hoursorovernight.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillthesteak,covered,overmedium
heatfor7-9minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).
302
PresidentFord'sBraisedEyeRoundSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
2largeonions,sliced
12(4ounce)beefeyeofround
steaks
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
1teaspoonseasonedsalt
1/4cupall-purposeflourfor
coating
1cupbeefconsomme
1cupBurgundywine
1teaspoonchoppedfreshparsley
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Addonions;
cookandstiruntillightlybrownedandtender,about5minutes.
Removetheonionsfromtheskilletusingaslottedspoonandset
asideinabowl.Seasonthesteakswiththymeandseasonedsalt,
thendustthemlightlywithflour.Frythesteaksintheskilletover
medium-highheatuntilbrownedoneachside,about5minutesper
side.
Pourtheredwineandbeefconsommeinwiththebeef.Returnthe
cookedonionstothepan.Cookovermedium-highheatuntilthe
aromaofwinedissipates,2to3minutes.Reduceheattolow,
cover,andsimmerfor1hour.Servesteakswiththesauceanda
garnishoffreshparsley.
303
Slow-CookedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(11/2-pound)flanksteak,cutin
half
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1largeonion,sliced
1/3cupwater
1(4ounce)canchoppedgreen
chilies
2tablespoonsvinegar
11/4teaspoonschilipowder
1teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoonsugar
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
Inaskillet,brownsteakinoil;transfertoaslowcooker.Inthesame
skillet,sauteonionfor1minute.Graduallyaddwater,stirringto
loosenbrownedbitsfrompan.Addremainingingredients;bringtoa
boil.Pourovertheflanksteak.Coverandcookonlowfor7-8hours
oruntilthemeatistender.Slicethemeat;servewithonionandpan
juices.
304
KickySteakStripswithRice
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupWorcestershiresauce
2tablespoonsyellowmustard
1poundtopsirloinsteak,cutinto
thinstrips
1cupuncookedlong-grainwhite
rice
2cupswater
1tablespoonoliveoil
1/2cupchoppedsweetonion
2clovesgarlic,peeledand
chopped
1teaspoonpepper
Inamediumcontainer,mixWorcestershiresauceandmustard.
Placesteakstripsinthemixture.Cover,andmarinateinthe
refrigeratoratleast30minutes.
Placericeandwaterinamediumsaucepan,andbringtoaboil.
Reduceheat,cover,andcook20minutes.
Heatoliveoilinamediumsaucepanovermediumheat.Stirinthe
onionandgarlic,andcookuntiltender.Seasonwithpepper.Place
steakintothesaucepanandcook5to7minutesoneachside,to
desireddoneness.Discardremainingmarinade.Serveoverthe
cookedrice.
305
SteakSalad
Ingredients
Directions
13/4poundsbeefsirloinsteak
1/3cupoliveoil
3tablespoonsredwinevinegar
2tablespoonslemonjuice
1clovegarlic,minced
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
3/4cupcrumbledbluecheese
8cupsromainelettuce-rinsed,
dried,andtornintobite-size
pieces
2tomatoes,sliced
1smallgreenbellpepper,sliced
1carrot,sliced
1/2cupslicedredonion
1/4cupslicedpimento-stuffed
greenolives
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Lightlyoilgrate.Placesteakongrillandcookfor3to5minutesper
sideoruntildesireddonenessisreached.Removefromheatand
letsituntilcoolenoughtohandle.Slicesteakintobitesizepieces.
Inasmallbowl,whisktogethertheoliveoil,vinegar,lemonjuice,
garlic,salt,pepperandWorcestershiresauce.Mixinthecheese.
Coverandplacedressinginrefrigerator.
Ontochilledplatesarrangethelettuce,tomato,pepper,onionand
olives.Topwithsteakanddrizzlewithdressing.Servewithcrusty
grilledFrenchbread.Enjoy!
306
HalibutSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonoliveoil
1smallonion,halvedandthinly
sliced
1/2bellpepper,slicedthinly
8ouncesslicedfreshmushrooms
1clovechoppedfreshgarlic
2mediumzucchini,julienned
6(6ounce)halibutsteaks
1/2teaspoondriedbasil
1/2teaspoonsalt,ortotaste
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1mediumtomato,thinlysliced
Preheattheovento400degreesF(200degreesC).
Heattheoliveoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Addtheonion,bell
pepper,mushrooms,garlicandzucchini.Cover,andcookstirring
occasionally,untiltheonionsaretranslucent,about5minutes.
Placehalibutsteaksintoashallowbakingdish,andtopwiththe
sauteedvegetables.Seasonwithbasil,saltandpepper.
Bakefor10minutesinthepreheatedoven,thenremovethedish,
andcoverthefilletswithalayerofslicedtomato.Returntothe
oven,andbakeforanadditional10minutes,oruntilfishflakes
easilywithafork.
307
SteaksWithRoquefortSauce
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsbutter
1tablespoonoliveoil
4(5ounce)beefsirloinsteaks
saltandcoarselygroundblack
peppertotaste
2tablespoonsbrandy
1cupheavycream
3ouncesRoquefortcheese,
crumbled
Italianflatleafparsley,forgarnish
Meltthebutterandheattheoilinaskilletoverhighheat.Season
steakswithsaltandpepper,andquicklysearonbothsides.
Reduceheattomedium,andcontinuecookingsteaks5minuteson
eachside,ortodesireddoneness.Removefromskilletandkeep
warm.
Pourbrandyintotheskilletandstirtoloosenbrownedbitsfrom
bottom.Stirincream,andreturntoaboil.Cookandstiruntilsauce
isthickenoughtocoatthebackofaspoon.Mixcheeseintothe
sauceuntilmelted.Pouroverthesteakstoserve.Garnishsteaks
withparsley.
308
SteakhouseWheatBreadfortheBreadMachine
Ingredients
Directions
3/4cupwarmwater
1tablespoonbutter,softened
1/4cuphoney
1/2teaspoonsalt
1teaspooninstantcoffeegranules
1tablespoonunsweetenedcocoa
powder
1tablespoonwhitesugar
1cupbreadflour
1cupwholewheatflour
11/4teaspoonsbreadmachine
yeast
Placethewarmwater,butter,honey,salt,coffee,cocoa,sugar,
breadflour,wholewheatflour,andbreadmachineyeastinthepan
ofabreadmachineintheorderlisted.Putonregularorbasiccycle
withlightcrust.
309
CheddarMushroomPorkSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1(11ounce)cancondensed
cheesesoup
2(10.75ounce)cansmilk
8thickcutporksteaks
1tablespoondriedoregano
1tablespoondriedbasil
saltandpeppertotaste
Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).
Inalargebowl,combinethemushroomsoup,Cheddarcheese
soupandthemilk.Mixuntilwellblended.Seasontheporksteaks
withtheoregano,basilandsaltandpeppertotaste.
Pourabout2cupsofthesauceintoa9x13inchbakingdishand
placetheporksteaksoverthesauce.Topthesteakswiththe
remainingsauce.
Bake,uncovered,at375degreesF(190degreesC)for1hour,then
turnsteaksover,makingsurethey'realwayscoveredwiththe
sauce,andbakeforanother30minutes.
310
SteakonaStick
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupsoysauce
1/4cupoliveoil
1/4cupwater
2tablespoonsmolasses
2teaspoonsmustardpowder
1teaspoongroundginger
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoononionpowder
2poundsflanksteak,cutintothin
strips
32woodenskewers(8inchlong)
soakedinwater
Inalargeresealablebag,combinethesoysauce,oliveoil,water,
molasses,mustardpowder,ginger,garlicpowderandonion
powder.Sealandshakethebagtomixtogether.Addsteakstripsto
thebagandseal.Refrigerateforatleast8hourstomarinate.
Preheattheoven'sbroiler.Threadmeatontoskewersandplaceon
abroilingrack.
Broilthesteakfor3to4minutesoneachside.Arrangeonaplatter
toserve.
311
ComfortingCubeSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
4(4ounce)cubesteaks
1/2teaspoonCajunseasoning,or
totaste
1/4teaspoonfreshlygroundblack
pepper
1(12fluidounce)canorbottle
lemon-limeflavoredcarbonated
beverage
2(10.75ounce)canscondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1(1ounce)envelopedryonion
soupmix
Preheattheovento325degreesF(165degreesC).Greasea9x13
inchbakingdish.
SeasonthesteaksonbothsideswithCajunseasoningandblack
pepper.Placethesteaksintothepreparedbakingdish.Pourthe
lemon-limebeverageoverthem.Combinethecreamofmushroom
soupanddryonionsoupmix,andpouroverthesteaks.
Bake,uncovered,forabout1hour,oruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness.Donotopentheovendoorduringthefirsthourof
cooking.Servesteakswithgravyspoonedover.
312
Joy'sAwesomePepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3/4cupwhiterice
11/2cupswater
1teaspoonbeefbouillongranules
3/4cupwater
2tablespoonscornstarch
1/4cupwater
2tablespoonsredwinevinegar
2tablespoonsspaghettisauce
1tablespoonsteaksauce
1tablespoonsalsapicante
1tablespoonbrownsugar
1teaspoongroundginger
1tablespoonbutter
1teaspoonsoysauce
11/2poundsbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cutintoservingsizepieces
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoongroundcinnamon
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1onion,thinlysliced
4mildyellowpepperrings,
drained
Bringthericeand11/2cupswatertoaboilinasaucepan.Reduce
heattomedium-low,cover,andsimmeruntilthericeistender,and
theliquidhasbeenabsorbed,20to25minutes.Putthecookedrice
intoalargeservingbowl.
Whilethericecooks,bringbeefbouillonand3/4cupwatertoaboil
inasaucepan;cookuntilthebouillondissolvescompletely.Whisk
thecornstarchand1/4cupwatertogetherinasmallbowluntil
smooth;stirtheredwinevinegar,spaghettisauce,steaksauce,
salsapicante,brownsugar,andgingerintothecornstarchmixture;
pourtheresultingsauceintothebouillonandwater.Simmeruntil
hot,about5minutes.
Meltthebutterwiththesoysauceinalargeskilletovermedium
heat;cookthebeefinthemeltedbuttermixtureuntilitbeginsto
brown,about5minutes.Pourthesaucefromthesaucepanintothe
skillet;seasonwiththegarlicpowder,cinnamon,salt,andpepper.
Bringthemixturetoaboil;lowerheattomedium-lowandsimmer,
stirringoccasionally,untilthesauceisthickandstickstothebeef,
20to30minutes.
Pourtheskilletmixtureovertherice.Cooktheonionandpepper
ringsintheskilletuntilsoftened,5to7minutes;scrapetheonions,
peppers,andremainingjuicesontothebeefandricetoserve.
313
JuicyButtSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2porkshoulder(Bostonbutt)
steaks
1largeonion,sliced
2cupsketchup
2cupswater
saltandpeppertotaste
1teaspoongarlicpowder,orto
taste
Heatalargeskilletovermediumheat.Seasontheporksteakson
bothsideswithsalt,pepperandgarlicpowder.Placeintheskillet
andcookuntilbrownedoneachside,about4minutesperside.
Placeslicedonionsontopofthesteaksinthepan.Stirtogetherthe
ketchupandwaterinamediumbowl;pouroverthesteaks.Bringto
asimmer,thenreducetheheattomedium-low,coverandcookfor
about2hours.Thelongeryoucook,thebetterthemeattastes.
314
FirecrackerSalmonSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupbalsamicvinegar
1/4cupchilisauce
1/4cuppackedbrownsugar
3garliccloves,minced
2teaspoonsmincedfreshparsley
1teaspoonmincedfresh
gingerroot
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
1/4teaspooncrushedredpepper
flakes(optional)
4(6ounce)salmonsteaks
Coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspraybeforestartingthegrill.
Inasmallbowl,combinethevinegar,chilisauce,sugar,garlic,
parsleyandseasonings.Grillsalmon,covered,overmediumheat
for4-5minutesoneachsideoruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork,
brushingoccasionallywithsauce.
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BreadedSPAMSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1quartvegetableoilforfrying
1(12ounce)canfullycooked
luncheonmeat(suchasSPAM),
cutinto1/4inchslices
1cupall-purposeflour
2eggs,beaten
2cupsItalianseasonedbread
crumbs
Heatoilinadeep-fryerorlargesaucepanto375degreesF(190
degreesC).
Gentlypresstheluncheonmeatslicesintotheflourtocoatand
shakeofftheexcessflour.Dipintothebeatenegg,thenpressinto
breadcrumbs.Gentlytossbetweenyourhandssoanybread
crumbsthathaven'tstuckcanfallaway.Placethebreaded
luncheonmeatslicesontoaplatewhilebreadingtherest;donot
stack.
Deepfrytheluncheonmeatafewslicesatatimeuntilhotand
goldenbrown,3to5minutes.Drainonapapertowellinedplate
beforeserving.
316
GrilledHamSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupapricotorplumpreserves
1tablespoonpreparedmustard
1teaspoonlemonjuice
1/8teaspoongroundcinnamon
1(2pound)1inchthickhamsteak
Inasmallsaucepan,combinethepreserves,mustard,lemonjuice
andcinnamon.Cookandstiroverlowheatfor2-3minutes.Set
glazeaside.Scoreedgesofham.Grill,uncovered,overmedium
heatfor8-10minutesoneachside,brushingwithglazeduringthe
lastfewminutesofgrilling.
317
EasySteakSandwich
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsbutter
1/4mediumonion,sliced
4largefreshmushrooms,sliced
1/4greenbellpepper,slicedinto
longstrips
1(1/2pound)well-marbledbeef
steakofanytype,slicedasthinly
aspossible
3tablespoonschoppedpickled
hotpeppers
1teaspoonHotpeppersauce
2slicessharpCheddarcheese
saltandpeppertotaste
1/3Frenchbaguette,cutinhalf
lengthwise
Melt1tablespoonofbutterinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Add
theonion;cookandstiruntiltender.Pushoniontothesideofthe
pan,andaddthemushrooms.Cookandstiruntilsoftened,then
addthebellpepperandcookjustuntiltender,about3minutes.
Removefromthepanwithaslottedspoon,andsetaside.
Addtheremainingbuttertotheskillet.Noneedtocleanthepan,
justletitheatupalittlebit.Placethesteakintheskilletalongwith
thepickledpeppers.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Thesteakcooks
reallyfast,justacoupleofminutes.Oncethesteakismostly
browned,returntheonionandpeppertothepan.Cookuntilheated
through.
Turnofftheheat,andplacetheslicesofcheeseoverthetopofthe
pilesotheycanmelt.Scoopthewholepileintotheawaitingbread,
makingsuretopoursomeofthejuicesontothatwonderful
sandwich.
318
SimmeredSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupmashedpotatoflakes
11/4teaspoonsgarlicpowder,
divided
1/4teaspoononionpowder
1/4teaspoonpepper
1poundbonelessbeefround
steak
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1cupchoppedonion
1(14.5ounce)candiced
tomatoes,undrained
1/2cupbeefbroth
Inabowl,combinethepotatoflakes,1/4teaspoongarlicpowder,
onionpowderandpepper;sprinkleoversteak.Poundwithamallet
totenderize.
Inalargeskilletovermediumheat,brownsteakinoilonbothsides.
Removeandsetaside.Inthesameskillet,sauteonionand
remaininggarlicpowderuntilonionistender.Returnsteaktothe
pan;addtomatoesandbroth.Coverandsimmerfor1houroruntil
meatistender.
319
GrilledPorkSteakswithLemonButterSauce
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonsbutter
2teaspoonslemonjuice
1clovegarlic,minced
6porkchops
1pinchkoshersalt
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Meltthebutterinasmallsaucepanovermediumheat.Stirinthe
lemonjuiceandthegarlicandheatuntilgarlicistender.Remove
fromheat.
Arrangethechopsonaplateandcoattopsideofeachchopwith
thebuttermixture.Placechopsonthegrillbuttersidedown.
Searoverhighheatfor1minute,coatingthetopsideofthechops
withthebuttermixturewhiletheothersideisgrilling.Flipthechops
andseartheothersidefor1minute.
Turnthemeat,coverthegrillandcook3to5moreminutesper
side,brushingoccasionallywiththeremainingbuttermixture.Pork
chopsaredonewheninternaltemperaturereaches160degreesF
(70degreesC).
320
HamSteakKabobs
Ingredients
Directions
1Cook'sbrandBone-inHam
Preheatgrill.Skewertheham,alternatingwithremaining
ingredients.Heatongrillforapproximately3to4minutesperside
Steak,cutin1-inchcubes
oruntilgoldenbrown.Servehot.
1redpepper,cutinto1-inch
chunks
1greenpepper,cutinto1-inch
chunks
Cherrytomatoes
Mushroomcaps
11/2cupspineapplechunks,
freshorcanned
1mediumonion,cutinto1/2-inch
pieces
8wooden(soakedinwater)or
metalskewers
321
Citrus-GingerTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupoliveoil
1/4cupwhitewinevinegar
2tablespoonssoysauce
1tablespoonlemonjuice
1tablespoonlimejuice
2garliccloves,minced
1tablespoonmincedfreshginger
root
2(8ounce)tunasteaks
Inabowl,combinethefirstseveningredients.Pour1/2cup
marinadeintoalargeresealableplasticbag;addtunasteaks.Seal
bagandturntocoat;refrigeratefor2-4hours.Coverandrefrigerate
remainingmarinade.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefromtuna.Coatgrillrackwithnonstick
cookingspraybeforestartinggrill.Grilltuna,uncovered,for5-7
minutesoneachsideoruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork.Serve
withthereservedmarinade.
322
TenderFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupsoysauce
2tablespoonswater
3clovesgarlic,thinlysliced
1tablespoonbrownsugar
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1/2teaspoongroundginger
1/2teaspoonpepper
1(1pound)flanksteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbagorshallowglasscontainer,combine
thefirstseveningredients;mixwell.Addsteakandturntocoat.
Coverandrefrigeratefor8hoursorovernight,turningoccasionally.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grill,covered,overmedium-hotheat
for6-8minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).
323
St.LouisPorkSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
5porkshouldersteaks
1pinchseasonedsalttotaste
1/8teaspoonseasonedpepperto
taste
2cupsapplecidervinegar
11/2cupswater
Preheatgrilltomedium-lowheat.
Seasontheporksteaksonbothsideswithseasonedsaltand
seasonedpepper.Inalargebowl,stirtogetherthevinegarand
water,andseasonwithseasonedsaltandseasonedpepperto
taste.
Lightlyoilthegrillgrate.Placeporksteaksonthegrill.Bastesteaks
withthevinegarmixtureonbothsidesduringthefirst15minutesof
grilling.Continuetocooksteakstodesireddoneness,10to15
moreminutes.Discardremainingvinegarmixture.
324
EasyFlatIronSteakinWineSauce
Ingredients
Directions
2(6ounce)flatironsteaks
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1/8teaspooncayennepepper,or
totaste
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1tablespoongroundpaprika
1teaspoonsalt
11/2teaspoonsdrymustard
powder
11/2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
3tablespoonsoliveoil
1/2cupdryredwine
1cupslicedportobello
mushrooms
Allowthesteakstocometoroomtemperature.
Stirtogether2tablespoonsofoliveoil,cayennepepper,black
pepper,groundpaprika,salt,mustardpowder,andgarlicpowderin
asmallbowltomakeapaste.
Pricksteaksalloverwithaforkandrubthemwellwiththespicerub
paste,workingtherubintothemeat.
Heatalarge,heavyskilletoverhighheatandaddtheremaining3
tablespoonsofoliveoil.Heatoiluntilitjustbeginstosmokeand
quicklysearthesteaksuntiltheoutsidehasbrownedbutthecenter
isstillbloodredandjustwarmed,2-3minutesperside.Aninstantreadthermometerinsertedintothecentershouldread115degrees
F(46degreesC).
Removesteaksfromskilletwithtongs.Pourthedryredwineinto
theskillet,andbringtoaboilwhilescrapingthebrownedbitsof
foodoffofthebottomofthepanwithawoodenspoon.Stirinthe
slicedportobellomushrooms,andcookandstiruntilmushrooms
arecookedandhavereleasedtheirliquid,about5minutes.
Returnsteakstotheskilletontopofthemushroom-winesauce.
ReduceheattoLOWandcookuntilsaucereducesandthickens,
about5minutes.Removesteakstoservingplatterandpour
mushroomsauceoversteakstoserve.
325
SpecialStripSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2(8ounce)beefstripsteaks
1garlicclove,halved
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper
1tablespoonbutter
1/4cupsherryorbeefbroth
1/4teaspoonWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonschoppedgreen
onion
Rubsteakswithgarlicandsprinklewithsaltandpepper;setaside.
Meltbutterinalargeskillet.Addthesherryorbroth,Worcestershire
sauceandonion.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;simmer,uncovered,
for5minutes.
Addthesteaksandcookovermediumheatfor3-7minutesoneach
sideoruntilthemeatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,a
meatthermometershouldread145degreesF,medium,160
degreesF,well-done,170degreesF).
326
MeanMr.MustardSteak
Ingredients
Directions
41-inchthickrib-eyesteaks
1/4cupgrillseasoning(suchas
MontrealSteakSeasoning)
1/2cupgrainyFrenchmustard
(suchasMoutardedeMeaux)
1cupdicedredonion,divided
2tablespoonsunsaltedbutter
Scorebothsidesofeachsteakbymakingdiagonalslices.Season
withgrillseasoning.Brusheachsideofthesteakwiththemustard,
thenpress1/2oftheredonionsintothemustardononesideofthe
steak.
Meltthebutterinalargeskilletoverhighheat.Placethesteaks
onionsidedownintheskillet.Presstheremainingonionsevenly
intothemustardonthetopsideofeachsteak.Cooksteaksuntil
theystarttofirm,andarebrownedontheoutsideandredinthe
center,4to5minutesperside.Aninstant-readthermometer
insertedintothecentershouldread125degreesF(52degreesC).
Removesteaksfromtheskillet,andallowthemtorestfor5minutes
beforeserving.
327
CarneAsadaSteakSandwichwithAvocadoSalad
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonscayennepepper
6tablespoonspaprika
3tablespoonsgroundblack
pepper
1tablespoongroundcumin
3tablespoonsonionpowder
3tablespoonsgarlicpowder
1tablespoongroundallspice
1tablespoongrounddriedthyme
1/4cupoliveoil
4poundsflatironsteak
Stirtogethercayennepepper,paprika,blackpepper,cumin,onion
powder,garlicpowder,allspice,thyme,and1/4cupoliveoilina
largebowluntilevenlymixed.Smeartheflatironsteakswiththis
paste,thenwrapwithplasticwrap,orplaceintoaresealableplastic
bag.Marinateinrefrigeratorfor6hours.
3avocados-peeled,pitted,and
cubed
1/4cupchoppedgreenonions
1largeredbellpepper,diced
1redonion,diced
1/4cupchoppedcilantro
2tomatoes,seededandchopped
1/4cupfreshlimejuice
2tablespoonsoliveoil
seasaltandgroundblackpepper
totaste
2(1pound)Frenchbaguettes
1/2poundthinlyslicedCheddar
cheese
Grillflatironsteaksuntilcookedtodesireddegreeofdoneness,or
toaninternaltemperatureof135degreesF(57degreesC)for
medium-rare,about4minutesperside.Removefromgrillandallow
torestfor5to10minutes.Whilethesteaksareresting,cuteach
baguetteintothreepieces,thenhalvethepieceshorizontally.Toast
bread,cut-sidedownongrilluntilgoldenbrown.Turnbaguettes
over,andplaceslicedcheeseonthecutsides;allowcheeseto
melt.
Prepareavocadosaladbygentlymixingcubedavocado,green
onion,redbellpepper,redonion,cilantro,andtomatoes.Drizzle
withlimejuiceandoliveoil;seasontotastewithsaltandpepper.
Coverandrefrigerateuntilreadytouse.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Toassemblesandwiches,thinlyslicetheflatironsteaksacrossthe
grain,andpileontobaguettes.Topwithavocadosaladbefore
serving.
328
TeriyakiSteakSubs
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupsteaksauce
1tablespoonbrownsugar
1tablespoonsoysauce
1/2teaspoongroundginger
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cut1/2inchstrips
1mediumsweetredpepper,
thinlysliced
1mediumgreenpepper,thinly
sliced
1mediumonion,thinlysliced
2garliccloves,minced
1tablespoonvegetableoil
8slicespineapple
4hoagiebuns,splitandtoasted
Inabowl,combinesteaksauce,brownsugar,soysauceand
ginger;setaside.Inaskilletorwok,stir-frysteak,peppers,onion
andgarliconoilfor5minutes.Stirinreservedsauce;topwith
pineapple.Coverandsimmerfor5minutes.Stirinreservedsauce
topwithpineapple.Coverandsimmerfor5minutesoruntilheated
through.Spoonmeatmixtureontorolls;topeachwithtwo
pineappleslices.
329
SwansonSteakhouseBeefandPepperStir-Fry
Ingredients
Directions
2cupsSwansonBeefStock
3tablespoonscornstarch
1tablespoonsoysauce
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,3/4-inchthick,cutintothin
strips
2cupsfreshorfrozengreenorred
pepperstrips
4cupshotcookedregularlonggrainwhiterice
Stirthestock,cornstarch,soyandgarlicpowderinasmallbowl
untilsmooth.
Stir-frythebeefina10-inchnonstickskilletovermedium-highheat
untilit'swellbrowned.Addthepepperstotheskilletandstir-fry
untiltender-crisp.
Reducetheheattomedium.Addthestockmixturetotheskillet.
Cookandstiruntilthemixtureboilsandthickens,stirring
constantly.Serveovertherice.
330
ItalianPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1teaspoonItalianseasoning,
divided
1/2teaspoonsalt,divided
1/2teaspoonpepper,divided
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,fattrimmed
1mediumsweetredpepper,
julienned
1mediumsweetyellowpepper,
julienned
1mediumonion,julienned
6clovesgarlic,peeledandthinly
sliced
1tablespoonoliveoil
1(14.5ounce)candiced
tomatoes,drained
1teaspoonbalsamicvinegar
Inasmallbowl,combine1/2teaspoonItalianseasoning,1/4
teaspoonsaltand1/4teaspoonpepper.Rubmixtureoverboth
sidesofsteak;setaside.
Inalargenonstickskillet,sautethepeppers,onionandgarlicinoil
untilvegetablesarecrisp-tender.Stirinthetomatoesandremaining
Italianseasoning,saltandpepper.Reduceheat;coverandsimmer
for5minutes.Removefromtheheat.Stirinvinegar;keepwarm.
Placesteakonabroilerpancoatedwithnonstickcookingspray.
Broil4-6in.fromtheheatfor4-8minutesoneachsideoruntilthe
meatreachesdesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameat
thermometershouldread145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF).Letstandfor5minutesbeforeslicing;
servewithvegetablemixture.
331
TunaSteakswithSalsa
Ingredients
Directions
1cupshreddedcarrots
3/4cupchoppedpeeledmango
2tablespoonslimejuice
1tablespoonmincedchives
1/4teaspoonsalt,divided
1/4teaspoonpepper,divided
1/8teaspoongroundcoriander
1/8teaspoongroundcumin
4(6ounce)tunasteaks
Forsalsa,inabowl,combinethecarrots,mango,limejuice,chives,
1/8teaspoonsalt,1/8teaspoonpepper,corianderandcumin;set
aside.Sprinkletunasteakswithremainingsaltandpepper.
Coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspraybeforestartingthegrill.
Grilltuna,covered,overmediumheatfor5-7minutesoneachside
oruntilfishflakeseasilywithafork.Topwithsalsa.
332
SwissSteakStew
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupall-purposeflour
1/2teaspoonsalt
11/2poundsbonelessround
steak,cutintobitesizepieces
1(14.5ounce)canItalian-style
dicedtomatoes
3/4cupwater
3cupspeeledandquarterednew
redpotatoes
1onion,diced
1cupsweetcorn
Inmediumbowlcombineflourandsaltmixwell.Addbeefandcoat
well.
Coatanonstickskilletwithcookingsprayandheatovermedium
heat.Addbeefandcookuntilbrowned.
Inaslowcookerlayerpotatoes,beefandonion.Stirtomatoeswith
juice,waterandanyremainingflourmixturetogether.Pourover
top.Coverandcookonlowsettingfor7to8hoursoruntilbeefis
tender.Addcorn,coverandcookanadditional25minutes.
333
SteakwithMushroomSauce
Ingredients
Directions
4(8ounce)bonelessbeeftoploin
orNewYorkstripsteaks
1/4cupall-purposeflour
2tablespoonscanolaoil
1poundslicedmushrooms
2mediumonions,sliced
1teaspoonmincedgarlic
1/3cupwhitewine
1(14.5ounce)canbeefbroth
saltandpeppertotaste
Sprinklebothsidesofsteakswithflour.Inalargeskillet,cook
steaksinoiltodesireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameat
thermometershouldread145degreesFmedium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF).Removeandkeepwarm.Inthesame
skillet,sautethemushrooms,onionsandgarlicuntiltender,adding
additionaloilifnecessary.Stirinwine.Bringtoaboil;boilfor1
minute.Addthebroth,saltandpepper.Bringtoaboil;boilfor6
minutesoruntilsauceisreducedbyhalf.Fortwopeople,servetwo
steakswith1-1/2cupssauce.Savetheremainingsteaksandsauce
forSteakandMushroomSoupandSteakandMushroomSoupand
SteakHash(recipesonnextpage).
334
GrilledFlankSteakSalad
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupoliveoil
1/3cupbalsamicvinegar
1tablespoonbrownsugar
1tablespoonDijonmustard
1/2teaspoonmincedgarlic
1/2teaspoonpepper
3/4poundbeefflanksteak
1(5ounce)packagespringmix
saladgreens
1plumtomato,cutintowedges
1/4cupslicedradishes
1/4cupchoppedcelery
2greenonions,cutinto1-inch
strips
Inabowl,whiskthefirstsixingredients.Pour1/3cupintoalarge
resealableplasticbag;addsteak.Sealbagandturntocoat;
refrigeratefor3hours.Coverandrefrigerateremainingmarinadefor
dressing.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefromsteak.Grill,covered,overindirect
mediumheatfor11-12minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreaches
desireddoneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershould
read145degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170
degreesF).Cutacrossthegrainintothinslices.
Inalargeservingbowl,combinethegreens,tomato,radishes,
celery,onionsandbeef.Drizzlewithreservedmarinadeandtossto
coat.
335
HomemadeSteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupchoppedonion
1tablespoonoliveoil
2tablespoonshoney
1/4cupreduced-sodiumbeef
broth
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
1/4cupreduced-sodiumsoy
sauce
1/4cupRubyredgrapefruitjuice
3tablespoonstomatopaste
2tablespoonsbalsamicvinegar
2tablespoonscidervinegar
2tablespoonsraisins
2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
11/2teaspoonscoarselycrushed
pepper
3/4teaspoondriedthyme
1/2teaspoonsalt
Inanonsticksaucepanovermediumheat,cookonioninoiluntil
tender.Addhoney;cookandstirfor2minutes.Stirinbroth,
Worcestershiresauce,soysauce,grapefruitjuice,tomatopasteand
vinegarsuntilblended.Stirintheraisins,garlicpowder,pepper,
thymeandsalt.Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;simmer,uncovered,for
about20minutesoruntilsauceisreducedtoabout1-1/4cups.
Cooltoroomtemperature.Transfertoablender;coverandprocess
untilsmooth.Coverandrefrigerate.
336
SoyGarlicSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupvegetableoil
1/4cupsoysauce
2tablespoonsdistilledwhite
vinegar
2tablespoonsketchup
2tablespoonscrushedgarlic
11/2poundsflanksteak
Inasmallbowl,mixvegetableoil,soysauce,vinegar,ketchup,and
crushedgarlic.Placeflanksteakinalargeresealableplasticbag.
Pourthemarinadeoversteak.Seal,andmarinateintherefrigerator
atleast3hours.
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Oilthegrillgrate.Placesteaksonthegrill,anddiscardmarinade.
Cookfor5minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.
337
FishSteaksDijon
Ingredients
Directions
13/4cupsSwansonChicken
Stock
1tablespoonDijon-stylemustard
1teaspoonlemonjuice
1/8teaspoongroundblack
pepper
6(4ounce)swordfishsteaks,1inchthick
1tablespooncornstarch
Stirthestock,mustard,lemonjuiceandblackpepperinasmall
bowl.Pour1cupstockmixtureintoashallownonmetallicdishor
gallon-sizeresealableplasticbag.Addthefishandturntocoat.
Coverthedishorclosethebagandrefrigeratefor1hour.Remove
thefishfromthemarinade.
Lightlyoilthegrillrackandheatthegrilltomedium.Grillthefishfor
10minutesoruntilit'scookedthrough,turningthefishoverhalfway
throughcookingandbrushingoftenwiththemarinade.Discardthe
marinade.
Heatthecornstarchandremainingstockmixtureina1-quart
saucepanovermediumheat.Cookandstiruntilthemixtureboils
andthickens.Servewiththefish.
338
SteakDeals
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbottomroundroast,cut
into1/8inchthickslices
saltandpeppertotaste
2(8ounce)packagescream
cheese,sliced
15freshhotchilepeppers,
seeded
2poundsbacon,sliced
ToGrill:Preheatgrilltomediumlowheat.ToRoast:Preheatovento
350degreesF(175degreesC).
Spreadoutbeefslicesandseasonwithsaltandpeppertotaste.
Putasliceofcreamcheeseandahotpepperontheendofeach
slice,androlluplikeaneggroll.Wrap1sliceofbaconlengthwise
aroundeachsteakdeal,thenwrapasecondbaconslicearound
eachsothatthefirstsliceissecured.Securesteakdealswith
toothpicksandplaceindisposablepansforgrilling,ora9x13inch
bakingdishforroasting.
Cooksteakdealsongrillorinovenlongenoughforbeeftobe
cookedthroughandbacontobesomewhatcrispy(20to30
minutes).
339
YummyPineappleBeefSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
3/4cupWorcestershiresauce
2/3cuppineapplejuice
2tablespoonspackedbrown
sugar
1/3cupoliveoil
MixtogethertheWorcestershiresauce,pineapplejuice,brown
sugar,andoliveoilinabowl.
Marinatethemeatofyourchoicefor1to2hours,andcookas
desired.
340
BigM'sWhiskySoakedBeefRibSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
4(10ounce)11/2inchthickribeyesteaks
1cupsinglemaltScotchwhiskey
Placesteaksinanonmetallicdish,andpourthewhiskeyoverthe
meat;turntocoat.Cover,andmarinateintherefrigeratorfor8
hours.
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Brushgratewithoil,andarrangesteaksoverhotgrate.Cookfor6
to10minutes.Turn,andcookuntildonetoyourliking,another6to
10minutes.
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AnchoChileRubbedVenisonSteakswithLimeCilantroButter
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupbutter,softened
1tablespoonlimejuice
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
cilantro
2tablespoonssteakseasoning
1tablespoonanchochilepowder
4(1/2pound)venisonsteaks
Whiptogetherthebutter,limejuice,andcilantroinasmallbowl
untilwellcombined.Transferthebuttermixtureontoalargepiece
ofplasticwrap,gentlywrapandformthebutterintoalog.Freeze
untilreadytouse.
Prepareagrillformedium-highheat.
Mixtogetherthesteakseasoningandanchochilepowderinasmall
bowl.Rubtheseasoningblendontobothsidesofthevenison
steaks.
Grillthesteakstopreferreddoneness,5to8minutespersidefor
medium.Topeachsteakwithasliceofthelemon-cilantrobutterto
serve.
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SteakFingers
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cupvegetableoil
1poundroundsteak
2eggs
1/2cupmilk
saltandpeppertotaste
11/2cupsall-purposeflourfor
coating
Tenderizesteakbypoundingwithamallet.Cutinto3inchlong
strips.
Combineegg,milk,saltandpepperinashallowdish,whiskuntil
wellblended.
Inalargeskilletovermediumheat,heat1/3cupoil(orjustenough
tocoverthebottomofthepan).
Coatsteakpiecesinflour.Shakeoffexcess.Thendipintheegg
mixtureandagaininflour.
Frythestripsinthehotoiluntilgoldenbrown;about2minutes.
Transfertoaplatelinedwithpapertowelstoabsorboil.
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FlatIronSteakSimplicity!
Ingredients
Directions
2(8ounce)flat-ironsteaks
1/2teaspoonlemonpepper
seasoning,ortotaste
1/2teaspoononionpowder,orto
taste
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder,orto
taste
Seasonthesteakswithlemonpepper,onionpowderandgarlic
powderonbothsides.Wrapinplasticwrapandmarinateforat
least2hoursintherefrigerator.
Preheatthegrillformedium-highheatandallowthesteakstocome
toroomtemperature.
Unwrapsteaksandplaceonthepreheatedgrill.Cooktoyour
desireddegreeofdoneness,about3minutespersideformedium
rare.Allowsteakstorestforafewminutesbeforeserving.
344
CubeSteakStew
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsbeefcubesteak
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
1tablespoonoliveoil
1/2tablespoonbutter
1onion,chopped
1clovegarlic,minced
1cubebeefbouillon,dissolvedin
1cupwater
1(15ounce)canslicedpotatoes,
drained
1(8ounce)canpeasandcarrots
1teaspoonbrowningsauce
1/2teaspoonItalianseasoning
1teaspoonsalt
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
Cutcubesteaksintopiecesabout1/2inchinsize.Sprinkleflour
overaplate,anddredgemeatinflour.
Inalargeskillet,heatoilandbutterovermediumhighheat.Add
steakpieces,onion,andgarlictooilinpan;sautetilllightly
browned.Addmorebutterifneeded.
Stirinbeefbouillon,potatoes,peasandcarrots,browningsauce,
Italianseasoning,salt,andblackpepper.Cover,turnheatdownto
simmer,andcookfor25minutes.Itwillthickenasitcooks.Add
morewaterifitgetstoothick.
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FlavorfulFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupsoysauce
1/2cupvegetableorcanolaoil
3tablespoonsredwinevinegaror
cidervinegar
3tablespoonsbarbecuesauce
3tablespoonssteaksauce
2tablespoonsdriedmincedonion
1tablespoonliquidsmoke
flavoring(optional)
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1(11/2-pound)beefflanksteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethefirsteightingredients.
Addthesteak;sealbagandturntocoat.Refrigeratefor8hoursor
overnight.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillsteak,covered,overmedium-hot
heatfor6-8minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF)Slice
steakacrossthegrain.
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BarbequeHalibutSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsbutter
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
2clovesgarlic,minced
1tablespoonlemonjuice
2teaspoonssoysauce
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1(1pound)halibutsteak
Preheatgrillformedium-highheat.
Placebutter,brownsugar,garlic,lemonjuice,soysauce,and
pepperinasmallsaucepan.Warmovermediumheat,stirring
occasionally,untilsugariscompletelydissolved.
Lightlyoilgrillgrate.Brushfishwithbrownsugarsauce,andplace
ongrill.Cookfor5minutesperside,oruntilfishcanbeeasilyflaked
withafork,bastingwithsauce.Discardremainingbastingsauce.
347
ChinaLakeBarbequedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupsoysauce
1lemon,juiced
1/4cupvegetableoil
1/2tablespoongarlicpowder
11/2poundsflanksteak
Mixsoysauce,lemonjuiceandoiltogetherinalargeresealable
plasticbag.Rubgarlicpowerintomeat,placeinbag,andseal.
Marinateintherefrigeratorforatleast4hours;turnbagafter2
hours.
Preheatgrillformediumheat.
Oilgratelightly,andplacemeatongrill.Discardmarinade.Cook
steakfor5to7minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.
348
EasyBarbequeBeefTenderloinSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2(2inchthick)steaksbeef
tenderloin
1tablespoonoliveoil
2clovescrushedgarlic
1teaspoonmeattenderizer
Rubmeatwitholiveoilandcrushedgarlic.Sprinklewithtenderizer.
Cover,andrefrigeratefor30minutes.
Preheatgrillformediumhighheat.
Brushgratewithoil,andplacesteaksonthegrill.Cookfor5to7
minutesperside,oruntildone.
349
RolledFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(2pound)beefflanksteak
1/4cupsoysauce
1/2cupoliveoil
2teaspoonssteakseasoning
8ouncesthinlyslicedprovolone
cheese
4slicesthickcutbacon
1/2cupfreshspinachleaves
1/2cupslicedcriminimushrooms
1/2redbellpepper,seededand
cutintostrips
Placetheflanksteakonacuttingboardwiththeshortendclosest
toyou.Startingfromoneofthelongsides,cutthroughthemeat
horizontallytowithin1/2inchoftheoppositeedge.(Youcanalso
askyourbutchertobutterflytheflanksteakforyouinsteadof
cuttingityourself.)
Mixthesoysauce,oliveoil,andsteakseasoningtogetherina
gallon-sizedresealableplasticbag.Marinateflanksteakinthe
refrigerator4hourstoovernight.
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Greaseaglass
bakingdish.
Layouttheflanksteakflatinfrontofyouwiththegrainofthemeat
runningfromlefttoright.Layertheprovoloneacrossthesteak,
leavinga1-inchborder.Arrangethebacon,spinach,redpepper,
andmushroomsacrossthecheesecoveredsteakinstripesrunning
inthesamedirectionasthegrainofthemeat.Rolltheflanksteak
upandawayfromyou,sothatwhentherolliscutintothepinwheel
shape,eachofthefillingingredientscanbeseen.Rollfirmly,butbe
carefulnottosqueezethefillingsouttheends.Oncerolled,tie
every2incheswithkitchentwine.
Placeinpreparedbakingdish,andbakeinpreheatedovenforone
hour,oruntiltheinternaltemperaturereaches145degreesF(65
degreesC).Removefromtheovenandletrestfor5to10minutes
beforecuttinginto1inchslices.Besuretoremovethetwinebefore
serving!
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Tammy'sPhillyCheeseSteakDip
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupchoppedonion
1/2cupchoppedgreenbell
pepper
1/2cupItaliandressing
1cupshreddedprovolonecheese
1(8ounce)packagecream
cheese,softened
1/4cupmayonnaise
saltandpeppertotaste
1/2poundslicedroastbeef,
chopped
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese
Preheatanovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Placetheonion,greenpepper,andItaliandressinginalargeskillet
overmediumheat;cookandstiruntiltheonionhassoftenedand
turnedtranslucent,about5minutes.Addtheprovolone,cream
cheese,mayonnaise,salt,andpepper;stiruntilthecheesehas
melted.Removetheskilletfromtheheatandstirintheroastbeef.
Pourthemixtureintoanovenproofbakingdishandsprinklewith
Parmesancheese.Bakeuncoveredfor25minutesoruntilhotand
bubbly.
351
GriddleStylePhillySteakSandwiches
Ingredients
Directions
1(8ounce)cansliced
mushrooms,drained
1smallonion,sliced
1greenbellpepper,seededand
slicedintostrips
8slicesprovolonecheese
salttotaste
seasonedsalttotaste
1poundthinlyslicedroastbeef
4submarinerolls,halved
Preheatanelectricgriddleorstovetopgriddleovermedium-high
heat.Ononehalfofthegriddle,placethemushrooms,onionand
pepper.Ontheotherside,placetheroastbeef.Cookandstireach
groupseparately,choppingthebeefintosmallerpiecesasitcooks,
andseasoningwithsaltandseasonedsalt.
Whenthevegetablesaretenderandthebeefishot,placetheslices
ofprovolonecheeseoverthebeeftomelt.Turnoffthegriddle.
Scoopthecheesygrilledbeefintosandwichrolls,andtopwiththe
onionsandpeppers.
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VenisonSalisburySteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupoil
1poundvenison,cutintocubes
1(16ounce)packagebuttery
roundcrackers,crushedfine
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder,orto
taste
onionsalt,ortotaste
saltandpeppertotaste
2cubesbeefbouillon
1cupboilingwater
1egg
1mediumonion,sliced
1(4.5ounce)cansliced
mushrooms
1tablespooncornstarch
1/4cupcoldwater
Heatoilinaheavyskillet,overmediumtomedium-highheat.Ina
largebowl,stirtogetherthecrushedcrackers,garlicpowder,onion
salt,saltandpepper.Beattheegginasmallbowl.
Dipthevenisoncubesintotheegg,thenintothecrumbmixtureto
coat.Fryinthehotoiluntilbrownedonallsides.Dissolvethe
bouilloncubesintheboilingwaterandpourintothepan.Addthe
onionsandmushrooms.Lowerheat,coverandcookuntilthemeat
istender,about15minutes-addmorewaterasneeded.Dissolve
cornstarchincoldwater,andstirintothesauce.Bringtoaboiland
cookuntilthickened.
353
StarFruitSteak
Ingredients
Directions
11/4poundsbeefsirloinsteak
1/3cupWorcestershiresauce
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1teaspoonseasoningsalt
1carambola(starfruit),cutinto
1/3inchslices
Placethebeefsirloinsteakinamediumdishandcoverwith
Worcestershiresauce.Sprinklewithgroundblackpepperand
seasoningsalt,adjustingtheamountstotaste.Placestarfruitslices
aroundthesteak.Coverandmarinateintherefrigerator
approximately4hours,turningsteakonce.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Cooksteak3to5minutespersideonthepreparedgrill,orto
desireddoneness.
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BlazingSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
11/2poundsroundsteak,cubed
3clovesgarlic,minced
1/2cupchoppedonion
4habaneropeppers,seededand
minced
1/2cuptomatosauce
1cupwater
2tablespoonsfinelygratedraw
horseradish
1tablespoonhotpeppersauce
2tablespoonsdistilledwhite
vinegar
1tablespoonpreparedyellow
mustard
1/2teaspoonseasonedsalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/3cupall-purposeflour
2/3cupcoldwater
Heattheoliveoilinalargesaucepanovermedium-highheat.
Brownthebeefcubesinthehotoiluntilwellbrownedonallsides,
about8minutes.Stirinthegarlic,onion,andmincedhabanero
peppers,cookandstirforafewminutesuntiltheonionhasbegun
tosoften.
Stirinthetomatosauce,1cupowater,horseradish,hotpepper
sauce,vinegar,mustard,seasonedsalt,andblackpepper.Bringto
asimmer,thenreduceheattomedium-low,cover,andsimmeruntil
thebeefbeginstoturntender,about2hours.Stiroccasionally.
Dissolvetheflourinto2/3cupofcoldwater,andstirintothe
simmeringmeat.Cookuntilthemeatisverytender,andthesauce
isthickandsmooth,about30minutesmore.
355
TheMushroomSteakStuff
Ingredients
Directions
4slicesbacon
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1(16ounce)packagerigatoni
pasta
1/2cupbutter
1poundbeeftopsirloin,thinly
sliced
1(6ounce)packageslicedfresh
mushrooms
1teaspoonpreparedyellow
mustard
1/4teaspoonmincedfreshginger
root
1pinchsaltandpeppertotaste
2tablespoonsredwine
1tablespoonMarsalawine
1cupcrumbledfetacheese
2/3cupheavycream
Preheatovento375degreesF(190degreesC).
Placebaconinalarge,deepskillet.Cookovermedium-highheat
untilevenlybrown.Drainonapapertowel-linedplateandsetaside.
Bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwatertoaboiloverhighheatwith
2tablespoonsofoliveoil.Addtherigatonipasta,andcookuntilal
dente,8to10minutes;drain.
Meanwhile,meltthebutterinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Add
thesirloinstrips,andcookuntilnolongerpink,about6minutes.
Removethesirlointoacasseroledish,thenstirthemushroomsinto
thehotskillet.Cookandstirfor2minutes,thenseasonwiththe
mustard,ginger,salt,andpepper,andcook3minutesmore.Pour
intheredwineandMarsalawine,andbringtoasimmerover
medium-highheat.Addthecreamandhalfofthecrumbledfeta
cheese,reduceheattomedium-low,andsimmer5minutes,stirring
occasionally.Thefetahelpsthickenthecream.Thecreamsauceis
notagravy,soitwillnotthickenlikegravy.Onceready,pourthe
mushroommixtureoverthesirloinstrips,andsprinklewiththe
remainingfetacheese.
Bakeinthepreheatedovenfor10minutesuntilhotandbubbly.
Crumblethebaconovertop,andserveovertherigatonipasta.
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GarlicPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonoliveoil
2clovesgarlic,peeledand
crushed
1tablespooncoarselyground
blackpepper
2poundsroundsteak,11/2
inchesthick
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Inasmallbowl,mixtogetheroliveoil,garlicandpepper.Score
steakandrubwiththeoliveoilmixture.
Placesteakonthepreparedgrill.Cook20minutes,ortodesired
doneness,turningonce.
357
SalmonSteakswithDillSauce
Ingredients
Directions
11/2cupswater
1mediumonion,sliced
1tablespoonlemonjuice
1teaspoonchickenbouillon
granules
1teaspoonsalt
4salmonsteaks(1inchthick)
DILLSAUCE:
1tablespoonfinelychoppedonion
2tablespoonsbutterormargarine
2tablespoonsall-purposeflour
1teaspoondillweed
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
11/2cupsmilk
Inalargeskillet,combinethefirstfiveingredients;bringtoaboil.
Addsalmon.Reduceheat;coverandsimmerfor15-20minutesor
untilfishflakeseasilywithafork.Meanwhile,inasaucepan,saute
onioninbutteruntiltender.Stirinflour,dill,saltandpepperuntil
blended;graduallyaddmilk.Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor2
minutesoruntilthickened.Servewiththesalmon.
358
WarmSteakandPotatoSalad
Ingredients
Directions
1poundnewpotatoes
1poundbeefsirloinsteak
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
8cupsmixedbabysaladgreens
1pintcherrytomatoes,halved
2tablespoonsmincedshallot
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1tablespoonredwinevinegar
1teaspoonDijonmustard
1/4teaspoondriedtarragon
Placepotatoesintoapot,andfillwithenoughwatertocover.Bring
toaboilandcookuntiltenderbutstillfirm,about10minutes.Drain
andcovertokeepwarm.
Preheatoventobroilorpreheatagrillformedium-highheat.
Seasonbothsidesofsteakwithsaltandpepper.Broilorgrillsteaks
for6to8minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.
Meanwhile,whisktogetheroil,vinegar,mustard,andtarragonfor
dressing;seasondressingtotastewithsaltandpepper.
Dividegreens,tomatoes,andshallotsamong4plates.Cutwarm,
unpeeledpotatoesintoquarters;slicesteakinto1/4inchthick
strips.Topsaladgreenswithsteakandpotatoes;drizzledressing
oversalads.Servewarm.
359
BourbonStreetNewYorkStripSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2(6ounce)bonelessNewYork
stripsteaks
3cupsbourbonwhiskey
1cupdarkbrownsugar
Gentlytenderizesteakswithameatmallet.Withasharpknife,
lightlyscorethemeatononesidediagonally.Placesteaksina
casseroledish,scoredsideup,andpourbourbonoverthem.Rub
thebrownsugarevenlyovereachsteak.Marinateinrefrigeratorfor
1to3hours.
Preheatgrilltohighheat,andlightlyoilgrate.
Placethesteaksonthehotgrill,withthesugarsidedown.Letcook
untilsugarhascaramelized,3to5minutes,thenflipsteaks,and
finishcookingtodesireddoneness.
360
PepperSteakSandwiches
Ingredients
Directions
2mediumgreenpepper,julienned
1smallonion,sliced
4garliccloves,mincedand
divided
1tablespoonoliveorvegetableoil
3/4poundcookedsirloinorround
steak,thinlysliced
1/2teaspoonsalt(optional)
1/8teaspoonpepper
1/4cupbutterormargarine,
softened
4FrenchorItaliansandwichrolls,
splitandtoasted
Inaskillet,sautegreenpeppers,onionandhalfofthegarlicinoil
untilvegetablesaretender.Addsteak,saltifdesiredandpepper;
heatthrough.Blendbutterandremaininggarlic;spreadovercut
sideofrolls.Placesteakmixtureonbottomhalves;replaceroll
tops.
361
BakedRoundSteakinBarbequeSauce
Ingredients
Directions
5poundsroundsteak-cutinto1
inchstrips
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1clovegarlic,minced
3/4cupdistilledwhitevinegar
1tablespoonwhitesugar
1/2cupketchup
1teaspoondrymustard
1teaspoonpaprika
1teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonblackpepper
Preheatovento325degreesF(165degreesC).
Heatoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Brownsteakstripsonall
sides.Withaslottedspoon,transfersteakstripstoabakingdish.
Stirgarlicintoskillet;cook5minutes.Addvinegar,sugar,and
ketchup.Thenstirinmustard,paprika,salt,andpepper;and
simmer3minutes.Poursauceoversteakstrips.
Coverbakingdish,andbakeinapreheatedovenfor1hour.
Uncover,andbakefor30minutesmore.
362
SteakTipswithMushroomSauce
Ingredients
Directions
21/2poundssirlointips,uncut
1/2(750milliliter)bottleBurgundy
wine
2(14.5ounce)cansbeefbroth
4portobellomushroomcaps,
sliced
1/4cupbutter
1clovegarlic,chopped
1/2teaspoondriedthyme
1/4teaspoonsalt,ortotaste
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper,ortotaste
1shallot,finelychopped
2tablespoonsall-purposeflour
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat.Meltbutterinalarge
skilletovermedium-highheat.Sauteetheshallotuntiltransparent,
thenaddmushrooms,andcook,covered,untildarkened,about5
minutes.Removemushroomsfrompan,andsetaside.Deglazethe
panwithonecanofbeefbroth,andburgundywine.Increaseheat,
andbringtoaboil.Allowthemixturetoboiluntilithasreducedby
1/3.
Grillthesirlointipstodesireddoneness.Seasonwithsaltand
pepperifdesired.Removetoaplate,andsetaside.
Whenthesauceisreduced,stirintheothercanofbeefbroth,and
garlic.Returntoaboil,andcontinuetocookforanother5to10
minutes.Saucewillbethinlikeaujus.Whiskinflour,andcookuntil
thesauceisthedesiredthickness.Tasteandadjustseasoningif
necessary.Stirinthemushrooms.Servetipswithmushroomsauce
spoonedover.
363
FlankSteakwithHorseradishSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1(1pound)beefflanksteak
3tablespoonslemonjuice
2tablespoonsDijonmustard
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2garliccloves,minced
1/8teaspoonhotpeppersauce
HORSERADISHSAUCE:
1/4cupfat-freemayonnaise
1/4cupreduced-fatsourcream
1tablespoonDijonmustard
2greenonions,finelychopped
2teaspoonspreparedhorseradish
Usingasharpknife,scorethesurfaceofthesteakwithshallow
diagonalcutsat1-in.intervals,makingdiamondshapes.Repeaton
otherside.Inalargeresealableplasticbag,combinethenextfive
ingredients.Addsteak.Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigeratefor8
hoursorovernight.Combinethesauceingredientsinasmallbowl;
coverandrefrigerate.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillsteak,covered,overmedium-hot
heatfor7-9minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;welldone,170degreesF).
Thinlyslicesteakacrossthegrain;servewithsauce.
364
Nikki'sSteakSaltimbocca
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeefskirtsteak,
trimmedoffat
freshlygroundblackpepperto
taste
6ouncesslicedagedprovolone
cheese
2bunchesfreshsageleaves
12slicesprosciutto
1/4cupextravirginoliveoil
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Cutthesteakintoapproximately4ouncepieces,thenpoundeach
oneto1/4inchthickness.Seasonwithblackpepper.Oneachpiece
ofsteak,layonesliceofprovolonecheese,afewleavesofsage
and2slicesofprosciutto.Rollintopinwheelsandsecurewith
toothpicks.
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Quicklybrown
thepinwheelsontheoutside.Transfertoabakingdishifyourskillet
isnotoven-safe.
Bakefor7minutesformediumrare,or10formedium.Letrestfor5
minutesbeforecarvingintothinpinwheels.Placetheskilletback
overmedium-highheat,andaddanyremainingsageleaves.Fry
untilcrispyandthenusethemtogarnishsteaks.
365
ChimichurriSauceforSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1bunchfreshparsley,chopped
8clovesgarlic,minced
3/4cupoliveoil
1/4cupsherrywinevinegar
3tablespoonslemonjuice
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/2teaspoongroundcayenne
pepper
Inablenderorfoodprocessor,combinetheparsley,garlic,oil,
vinegar,lemonjuice,salt,groundblackpepperandcayenne
pepper.Mixwell,butdonotpuree.
366
MyCountryStyleSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1poundcubesteak,cutintobite
sizepieces
1/2cupall-purposeflourfor
coating
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1(1ounce)envelopedryonion
soupmix
2cupswater,orasneeded
saltandpeppertotaste
garlicsalttotaste
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Coatcube
steakpieceswithflour,andshakeofftheexcess.Frysteakpieces
inthehotoiljustuntilbrownedoneachsideandtherearesome
juicesinthepan.Removewithaslottedspoonandsetaside.
Stirtogethertheonionsoupmixand1tablespoonofflour;sprinkle
intotheskillet.Cookandstirovermediumheatuntilitstartsto
brown.Graduallymixinthewatertomakeagravy.Returnthecube
steaktothepan,andseasonwithsalt,pepper,andgarlicsalt.
Cover,andsimmeroverlowheatforabout1hour.
367
PanFriedHalibutSteakwithLightGreenSauce
Ingredients
Directions
4(8ounce)halibutsteaks
saltandpeppertotaste
1/2cupall-purposeflourfor
dusting
1/4cupmeltedbutter
1/4cupdrywhitewine
1lemon,juiced
1/2cupheavycream
2tablespoonsfinelychopped
freshparsley
4tablespoonsfinelychopped
freshbasil
2tablespoonsdrainedcapers
Rinsethehalibutsteaksandpatdry.Seasonwithsaltandpepper,
thendustwithflour.
Meltthebutterinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Frythe
halibutsteaksinthebutterfor4to5minutes,untilnicelybrowned.
Removefromtheskilletandkeepwarm.
Reducetheheattomedium,andstirthewineintothepan,scraping
upanybrownedbitsstucktothebottom.Mixinthelemonjuice,
thenstirinthecream.Simmerfor2to3minutesoruntilitstartsto
thicken.Seasonwithparsley,basilandcapers,andstirforanother
minute.Servehalibutwithsaucespoonedoverit.Garnishwith
additionalparsleyifdesired.
368
UltimateSteakSandwich
Ingredients
Directions
4hardrolls,split
1/2cupmayonnaise
3clovesgarlic,minced
1tablespoonParmesancheese
Preheatanovento500degreesF(260degreesC).Splittherolls
openandtoastthemonabakingsheetintheovenwhileitis
preheating.Mixtogetherthemayonnaise,garlic,andParmesan
cheeseinasmallbowl.Refrigerateuntilreadytouse.Removethe
rollsfromtheovenwhentoastedasdesired.
3tablespoonsoliveoil
2poundsroundsteak,thinly
sliced
1largeonion,slicedand
quartered
1pinchcoarseseasalt
1/2teaspoonWorcestershire
sauce
1/8teaspoonliquidsmoke
8(1ounce)slicesprovolone
cheese
1/2teaspoonItalianseasoning
Heatoliveoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Carefully
placetheslicedsteakandonionsinthepanandseasonwithsea
salt,Worcestershiresauce,andliquidsmoke.Cookandstiruntilthe
steakisbrownedandtheonionistender,about10minutes.
Generouslyspreadthepreparedgarlic-Parmesanmayonnaiseon
bothhalvesofthetoastedrolls.Dividethesteakandonionmixture
evenlyamongthebottomhalvesoftherolls,pilingthemhigh.Top
eachwith2slicesprovolonecheeseandsprinklewithItalian
seasoning.Placethetopsonthesandwiches.
Bakethesandwichesonabakingsheetinthepreheatedovenuntil
thecheeseismelted,about5minutes.
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GingerSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4(8ounce)beefsirloinsteaks,at
least3/4inchthick
2tablespoonssoysauce
1teaspoongroundginger
1/2teaspoonsalt
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1teaspoondriedbasil
1tablespoonpreparedyellow
mustard
1teaspoonlemonjuice
Preheattheoven'sbroiler.
Inasmallbowl,mixtogetherthesoysauce,ginger,salt,pepper,
basil,mustardandlemonjuiceuntilsmooth.Placethesteaksona
broilingpan,andpour1/4ofthemixtureovereachone.Massage
intothemeat.
Broilthesteaksfor5minutes,thenturnoverandcooktoyour
desireddegreeofdoneness.
370
GreatestSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonshotpeppersauce
(suchasFrank'sRedHot)
2tablespoonssoysauce
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
1pinchsaltandfreshlyground
blackpeppertotaste
Mixthehotpeppersauce,soysauce,andWorcestershiresauce
togetherinabowl;seasontotastewithsaltandblackpepper,and
pouroversteakofyourchoice.Coverwithplasticwrapand
refrigerateforaminimumof30minutes.
371
SteakhouseGrillersPrimePattyMelt
Ingredients
Directions
2teaspoonsbutterormargarine
1cupthinlyslicedredonion
1cupslicedfreshmushrooms
2MorningstarFarmsGrillers
PrimeVeggieBurgers
2teaspoonsbutterormargarine,
softened
4slicesmarbleryebread
1tablespoonsteaksauce
2(1ounce)slicesSwisscheese
Inlargenonstickskilletmelt2teaspoonsbutter.Addonion.Cook,
uncovered,overmedium-lowheatabout10minutesoruntilonionis
tenderandbeginningtobrown,stirringoccasionally.
Addmushroomstoonion.Cook,stirringoccasionally,overmediumlowheatfor3to4minutesoruntilmushroomsaretender.Remove
fromskillet.Keepwarm.
Addburgerstosameskillet.Cookovermediumheat,uncovered,
for7to8minutesoruntilheatedthrough,turningonce.Remove
fromskillet.Keepwarm.
Removeskilletfromheat.Carefullywipeoutskilletwithpapertowel.
Lightlyspread2teaspoonssoftenedbutterononesideofbread
slices.Placetwobreadslices,buttersidedown,inskillet.Topwith
burgers,steaksauce,onionmixtureandcheese.Placeremaining
breadslices,buttersideup,ontop.Cook,covered,overmediumlowheatfor2to4minutesoruntilgoldenbrownonbottoms.Turn.
Cook,uncovered,for2to3minutesmoreoruntilcheesemeltsand
breadisgoldenbrown.Cutinhalf.Serveimmediately.
ONTHEGRILL:Preheatgrill.Useafoodthermometertobesure
pattiesreachminimuminternaltemperatureof160degreesF.
372
G'sFlankSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupsoysauce
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
2tablespoonslemonjuice
2tablespoonsoliveoil
2clovesgarlic,minced
1tablespoonmincedonion
1teaspoongroundginger
1/2teaspoonblackpepper
1(11/2-pound)beefflanksteak
Inashallowbowl,combinesoysauce,brownsugar,lemonjuice,
oliveoil,garlic,onion,gingerandpepper.Coatsteakwithmarinade,
cover,andrefrigerateforatleast6hours.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilgrate.
Grillsteakfor7to8minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.
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MarinatedFlatIronSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonshoney
3tablespoonsbalsamicvinegar
3tablespoonsoliveoil
1tablespoonfreshlemonjuice
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
1/2teaspoondriedtarragon
1/2teaspoondriedrosemary,
crushed
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoonwhitepepper
1pinchsalt
11/2poundsflatironsteak
Whisktogetherthehoney,vinegar,oliveoil,lemonjuice,
Worcestershiresauce,tarragon,rosemary,garlicpowder,white
pepper,andsalt.Pourintoaresealableplasticbagandaddtheflat
ironsteak.Squeezeoutexcessair,seal,andmarinateinthe
refrigeratoratleast6hours.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Removethesteakfromthemarinade,shakeoffexcess,anddiscard
theremainingmarinade.Cookonpreheatedgrilltodesireddegree
ofdoneness,about4minutespersideformedium-rare.
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TropicalTenderloinSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1cupreducedsodiumchicken
broth
3/4cuporangejuice
1/4cupketchup
1/4cupunsweetenedpineapple
juice
3tablespoonspackedbrown
sugar
3tablespoonslimejuice
2garliccloves,minced
1tablespoonmincedfreshginger
root
1/4teaspoonvanillaextract
1/4teaspoonrumextract
1/4teaspoongroundcloves
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
1/4teaspooncayennepepper
8(4ounce)beeftenderloin
medallions
Inasmallbowl,combinethefirst13ingredients;mixwell.Pour2
cupsintoalargeresealableplasticbag;addthebeef.Sealbagand
turntocoat;refrigeratefor3hours.Coverandrefrigerateremaining
marinadeforbasting.
Ifgrillingthesteaks,coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspray
beforestartingthegrill.Drainanddiscardmarinadefromsteaks.
Grill,covered,overmediumheatorbroil4-6in.fromtheheatfor8
-10minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness,
brushingoccasionallywithreservedmarinade.
375
SpicyFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2teaspoonspaprika
2teaspoonsgroundcoriander
2teaspoonsgroundcumin
1teaspoongarlicsalt
1pinchgroundblackpepper
2poundsflanksteak,cutinto
strips
1/2cupRanchdressing
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,mixthepaprika,coriander,cumin,
garlicsalt,andpepper.Placesteakinthebag,andshaketocoat.
Allowtosit20minutesintherefrigerator.
Preheattheovenbroiler.Lightlygreaseabakingsheet.
Arrangesteakonthebakingsheet,andbroil5minutesoneach
side,ortodesireddoneness.ServewithRanchdressingfor
dipping.
376
NorthwestSteakhouseSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1pinchseasonedsalt
1pinchgarlicpowder
1teaspoonGreekseasoning
1cubechickenbouillon,crushed
1/2cupbutter,melted
Stirtheseasoningsalt,garlicpowder,Greekseasoning,and
bouilloncubeintothemeltedbutter.Mixuntilthebouilloncube
dissolves.Pourthemarinadeintoawideandshallowdishand
placeasteakofyourchoiceintothemarinade,turningtocoatboth
sides.Cookorgrillasdesired.
377
Chef'sSteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
2quartsapplejuice
11/2cupsdistilledwhitevinegar
11/2cupssoysauce
11/2cupsmolasses
2cupswater
11/2lemons,juiced
21/2teaspoonsmincedfresh
gingerroot
1/8teaspooncayennepepper
3/4teaspoongroundmustard
1/2teaspoongroundcloves
1jalapeno,halved
1onion,quartered
1tablespoonwholeblack
peppercorns
1/4cupgarliccloves
1tablespoonprepared
horseradish
2bayleaves
Pourtheapplejuice,vinegar,soysauce,molasses,water,and
lemonjuiceintoalargepot.Addtheginger,cayennepepper,
mustard,cloves,jalapeno,onion,peppercorns,garlic,horseradish,
andbayleaves.Bringtoaboiloverhighheat,thenreduceheatto
medium-low.Simmer,stirringoccasionallyuntilthesaucehas
reducedtohalfitsoriginalvolume,about2hours.Strainthrougha
finesieveandcoolbeforeserving.
378
SloppiedFlankSteakSandwiches
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsbeefflanksteak
1tablespoonsteakseasoning
(suchasMontrealSteak
Seasoning)
1tablespoonoliveoil
1/4cupbrownsugar
1smallonion,chopped
1smallredbellpepper,chopped
1tablespoonapplecidervinegar
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
2cupstomatosauce
2tablespoonstomatopaste
6hamburgerbuns,splitand
toasted
Sprinklethebeefflanksteakwithsteakseasoningonbothsides.
Heatoliveoilinaskilletovermediumheatuntiltheoilshimmers,
andplacetheflanksteakintothehotoil.Quicklybrownthesteak
onbothsides,about5minutesperside.Setthebeefaside.
Stirbrownsugar,onion,redbellpepper,applecidervinegar,
Worcestershiresauce,tomatosauce,andtomatopastetogetherin
aslowcookeruntilthebrownsugardissolves.Placetheflanksteak
intotheslowcooker,immersingitinthesauce.Setthecookeron
onHighandcook4hours,orsetonLowandcook8hours.
Toserve,shredthemeatwith2forks,orremovethemeat,chop,
andreturntothesauce.Toastbuns,andservethesloppiedsteak
onthetoastedbuns.
379
PoorMan'sHamburgerSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
3poundsgroundbeef
25saltinecrackers,crushed
1cupmilk
1/2teaspoonblackpepper
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoonItalianseasoning
3(10.75ounce)canscondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1(8ounce)canmushrooms,
drained(optional)
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Inalargebowl,mixtogetherthegroundbeef,crackers,milk,
pepper,salt,garlicpowder,andItalianseasoning.Form6or8large
beefpatties,andplaceina9x13inchbakingdish,orothershallow
casseroledish.Pourthecondensedsoupevenlyoverthetopofthe
patties,andsprinklecannedmushroomsoverthetop.Coverthe
panwithalidoraluminumfoil.
Bakeforabout45minutesinthepreheatedoven,oruntilbeef
pattiesarewelldone.
380
MushroomSalisburySteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupcornstarch
2(10.5ounce)cansbeef
consomme,undiluted
1(6ounce)jarslicedmushrooms,
drained
4teaspoonsWorcestershiresauce
1teaspoondriedbasil
1egg,beaten
1/2cupsoftbreadcrumbs
1mediumonion,finelychopped
1/2teaspoonseasonedsalt
1/4teaspoonpepper(optional)
11/2poundsgroundbeef
Hotmashedpotatoesorcooked
noodles
Inabowl,combinecornstarchandconsommeuntilsmooth.Stirin
mushrooms,Worcestershiresauceandbasil;setaside.
Inanotherbowl,combineegg,breadcrumbs,onion,seasonedsalt
andpepperifdesired.Addbeefandmixwell.Shapeintosixoval
patties;placeinashallow1-1/2-qt.microwave-safedish.
Coverandmicrowaveonhighfor6minutes;drain.Turnpatties,
movingtheonesinthecentertotheoutsideofdish.Pour
consommemixtureoverpatties.
Coverandmicrowaveonhighfor8-10minutesoruntilmeatisno
longerpink.Letstandfor5minutes.Servewithpotatoesor
noodles.
381
KansasCitySteakSoup
Ingredients
Directions
1poundroundsteak,chopped
1cupmargarine
1cupall-purposeflour
1/2gallonwater
1/4tablespoongroundblack
pepper
1largecarrot,diced
1onion,chopped
1stalkcelery,diced
1(16ounce)packagefrozen
mixedvegetables
16ouncesstewedtomatoes
12cubesbeefbouillon
2tablespoonsmargarine
Makearouxbymeltingthebutterormargarine,thenstirringinthe
flour.Browngently.
Graduallyadd2cupsofthewatertotherouxandstiruntilsmooth.
Addtheremainingwater,thecarrot,onion,celery,frozen
vegetables,cannedtomatoes,andbeefbasegranules.
Inaskilletsautethesteakin2tablespoonsbutterormargarineuntil
browned.Drainoffallthegrease.Addthebrownedsteaktothe
soupandsimmer,stirringoccasionally,for11/2hoursoruntilthe
vegetablesaretender.Seasontotastewithfreshlygroundblack
pepper.Oncecookedthissoupmaybefrozenforlateruse.
382
GrilledSteakwithRedTomatoRice
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cuppineapplejuice
3tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
11/2poundsflankorskirtsteak
1cupregularorconvertedrice
1(26ounce)jarRaguOldWorld
StyleMargheritaSmoothPasta
Sauce
2cupschoppedfreshcilantro,
divided
1cupwater
1cupfrozenpeasandcarrots
3teaspoonsKnorrBeefflavor
Bouillon
Combine2tablespoonsoil,2teaspoonsKnorrBeefflavor
Bouillonandpineapplejuiceinlargeresealableplasticbag.Add
steak;turntocoat.Closebagandmarinateinrefrigeratoratleast3
hours.
Heatremaining1tablespoonoil3-quartsaucepotovermediumhighheatandcookrice,stirringfrequently,3minutesoruntilriceis
golden.Stirinpastasauce,remaining1teaspoonBouillon,1-1/2
cupscilantro,waterandpeasandcarrots.Bringtoaboilover
medium-highheat.Reduceheattolowandsimmercovered,stirring
occasionally,25minutesoruntilriceistender.
Removesteakfrommarinade,discardingmarinade.Grillorbroil
steaktodesireddoneness.Arrangesteakandriceonservingplatter
andsprinklewithremaining1/2cupcilantro.
383
SwansonPan-SearedSteakswithMushroom
Gravy
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steak,cutintoservingsizepieces
1tablespoonunsaltedbutter
2cupsslicedfreshmushrooms
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1cupSwansonBeefStock
Seasonthesteaksasdesired.Cookthesteaksina12-inch
nonstickskilletovermedium-highheattodesireddoneness.
Removethesteaksfromtheskillet.Donotpouroffanyfat.
Heatthebutterintheskillet.Addthemushroomsandcookuntil
they'retender.Stirintheflourandcookfor1minute.Graduallystir
inthestock.Cookandstiruntilthemixtureboilsandthickens.
Servethemushroomgravywiththesteaks.
384
IowaPorkSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
4porksteaks
onionpowder
garlicpowder
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
1largeonion,chopped
2(4.5ounce)canssliced
mushrooms,drained
2(10.75ounce)canscondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1(10.75ounce)canwater
1(1ounce)packagedryonion
soupmix
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Heatoilinalargeheavyskilletovermedium-highheat.Brown
steaksfor3to5minutesoneachside.Whilebrowning,season
bothsideswithonionpowder,garlicpowder,saltandpepper.
Transfersteakstoa9x13inchcasseroledish,andsprinklewith
choppedonionandslicedmushrooms.
Inasmallbowl,combinecondensedmushroomsoup,water,onion
soupmixandWorcestershiresauce.Mixuntilsmooth,andpour
oversteaks.Coverpanwithaluminumfoil.
Bakeinpreheatedovenfor90minutes.
385
SteakDiane
Ingredients
Directions
4(1/2pound)stripsteaks,cut1/2
inchthick
salttotaste
freshlygroundblackpepperto
taste
1teaspoondrymustard,divided
1/4cupmargarine
3tablespoonslemonjuice
2teaspoonsmincedfreshchives
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
Poundsteakstobe1/4inchthick,andsprinkleeachsidewithsalt,
blackpepper,and1/8teaspoonmustard;rubintothemeat.
Meltmargarineinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Fry2ofthe
steaksfor2minutesoneachside,andtransfertoahotserving
plate.Repeatwithremaining2steaks.
Addlemonjuice,chives,Worcestershiresauce,andremaining
mustardtothepan,andbringtoaboil.Returnthesteakstothepan
toheatthrough,andcoatwithsauce.
386
Milo'sTorchCafeOriginalIdahoFingerSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
11/2cupsmilk
1teaspoondriedthyme
1teaspoondriedmarjoram
1teaspoonsalt
2tablespoonsseasonedsalt
3/4tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
21/2cupsflour
4cupsoilfordeepfrying
3poundsbeeftenderloin,cutinto
21/2x3/4-inchstrips
Mixtogetherthemilk,thyme,marjoram,salt,seasonedsalt,and
Worcestershiresauceinabowl.Stirintheflourgraduallyuntilthe
mixturereachesathick,batter-likeconsistency.Refrigerate1to2
hours.
Preheattheoilinalargepotto375degreesF(190degreesC).
Completelycoateachpieceofbeefinthebatterandgentlyplace
intothehotoil.Liethemintotheoilindividuallytokeepthemfrom
stickingtogether.Cookinsmallbatchesof4to8piecesuntil
goldenbrown,about5minutes.Allowtheoiltoreturnto375
degreesF(190degreesC)betweenbatches.
387
MuShuSteakandAppleWraps
Ingredients
Directions
4(4ounce)beeftri-tipsteaks,cut
1inchthick
3/4teaspoongroundcinnamon
1/4teaspoonpepper
1/4cuphoisinsauce
1tablespoonhoney
Salt(optional)
3cupstri-colorcoleslawmix(with
greencabbage,redcabbageand
carrots)
1GrannySmithapple
8mediumwholewheatflour
tortillas(8to10-inchdiameter),
warmed
Combinecinnamonandpepper;pressevenlyontobeefsteaks.
Heatlargenonstickskilletovermediumheatuntilhot.Placesteaks
inskillet;cook9to12minutesformediumraretomedium
doneness,turningoccasionally.
Combinehoisinsauceandhoneyinlargebowl.Carvesteaksinto
thinslices;seasonwithsalt,ifdesired.Addsteakslices,coleslaw
mixandappletohoisinmixture;tosstocoat.
Placeequalamountsofbeefmixturedowncenterofeachtortilla,
leaving1-1/2-inchborderonrightandleftsides.Foldbottomedge
upoverfilling.Foldrightandleftsidestocenter,overlappingedges;
securewithwoodenpicks,ifnecessary.
388
SteakandAleTypeBread
Ingredients
Directions
1cupwater
1/4cupmolasses
1tablespoonbutter,softened
2cupsbreadflour
11/4cupsryeflour
2tablespoonsunsweetened
cocoapowder
2teaspoonssalt
21/2teaspoonsactivedryyeast
Placeingredientsinthepanofthebreadmachineintheorder
recommendedbythemanufacturer.Selectcycle;pressStart.
389
BBQSteakTeriyaki
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsflanksteak
10fluidouncesteriyakisauce
1teaspoongroundginger
1tablespoondarksesameoil
1tablespoongratedorangezest
1/4cupcidervinegar
1/4cupwater
1/8teaspooncayennepepper
2clovesgarlic,minced
Inamediumbowl,mixtogetherteriyakisauce,ginger,sesameoil,
orangezest,vinegar,water,cayennepepper,andgarlic.Place
steakinashallowdish,andpourmarinadeovermeat.Cover,and
refrigerateforatleast2hours.
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Lightlyoilthegrate,andplacemeatongrill.Cookfor3to5minutes
perside.Testfordoneness.
390
Granny'sSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupvegetableoil
4(4ounce)cubesteaks
1/2teaspoonsalt,ortotaste
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper,ortotaste
1/2cupall-purposeflour
1greenbellpepper,seededand
chopped
1mediumonion,chopped
1stalkcelery,chopped
1(6ounce)canmushroomstems
andpieces,undrained
1(1ounce)envelopedryonion
soupmix
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
saltandpeppertotaste
11/2cupstomatojuice
1cupketchup
Preheattheovento350degreesF(175degreesC).Heatoilina
largeskilletovermedium-highheat.Dredgethecubesteaksina
mixtureofflour,saltandpepper,andbrowntheminthehotoil.
Arrangesteaksina9x13inchbakingdish.Sprinklethegreen
pepper,onion,celery,mushrooms,oregano,andonionsoupmix
overthesteaks.Stirtogetherthetomatojuiceandketchup;pour
overeverythinginthedish.
Bakeforabout1hourinthepreheatedoven,oruntilthemeatis
cookedthrough,andthesauceisthickened.
391
SlowCookerBBQFlatIronSteakSandwiches
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupketchup
1/2cupItaliandressing
2tablespoonssoysauce
1tablespoonmolasses
2poundsflatironsteak,cubed
1tablespoondriedchoppedonion
4hoagierolls,splitlengthwiseand
toasted
1cuppreparedcoleslaw(optional)
Mixtheketchup,Italiandressing,soysauce,andmolassesina
smallbowl.Placethesteakinslowcooker,sprinklewithonions,
andpourtheketchupmixtureoverthesteak.
TurntheslowcookertoHighandcookfor1hour.Reducetheheat
toLowandcontinuecookinguntilthemeatistender,about4
hours.Serveonhoagiebunsandtopwith1/4cupcoleslaw,if
desired,forasouthernbbqflavor.
392
GrilledJalapenoTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonoliveoil
2teaspoonslimejuice
1jalapenopepper,minced
3clovesgarlic,minced
saltandpeppertotaste
1poundahitunasteaks
Whisktheoliveoil,limejuice,jalapenopepper,garlic,salt,and
peppertogetherinaflat-bottomeddish.Placethetunasteaksin
thedish,turningtocoatentirelyinmarinade.Refrigerate20
minutes.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat,andlightlyoilthegrate.
Cookthesteaksuntiltheyarebeginningtofirmandarehotinthe
center,5to7minutesperside.
393
PoorMan'sSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1cupwater
1cupcrackercrumbs
1teaspoonsalt
3poundsgroundbeef
all-purposeflour
2tablespoonscookingoil
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup,
undiluted
Inalargebowl,combinewater,crackercrumbsandsalt;addbeef
andmixwell.Pressintoa15-in.x10-in.x1-in.bakingpanlined
withwaxedpaper.Coverandrefrigerateovernight.Cutthemeat
into12squares.Coateachsquarelightlywithflour;browninoilina
skillet,afewpiecesatatime.Drain.Removewaxedpaperfromthe
bakingpan;spreadthesoupinbottomofpan.Placemeatsquares
inasinglelayeroversoup.Bake,uncovered,at300degreesFfor
35-40minutes.Toserve,spoonsomesoupovereachmeatsquare.
394
SevenSpicedSharkSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
3(8ounce)sharksteaks
1/4cupsoysauce
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
2tablespoonsonionpowder
2tablespoonsgarlicsalt
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
thyme
2tablespoonsgroundblack
pepper
2tablespoonschilipowder
Rinsethesharksteaksandtrimoffanyskin.
Mixtogetherthesoysauce,Worcestershiresauce,onionpowder,
garlicsalt,thyme,blackpepper,andchilipowderinasmallbowlto
formapaste.Spreadathinlayerofthesoysaucemixtureonboth
sidesofeachsharksteak.Placeonaplateandcover.Allowto
marinateintherefrigeratoratleast30minutes.
Preheatovento325degreesF(165degreesC).
Arrangethesharkonabakingsheet.Bakethesharkinthe
preheatedovenuntilcookedcompletelythrough,about40minutes,
turningthesteaksoveronce,abouthalf-waythroughthecooking
time.
395
FlankSteakwithGarlicWineSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1mediumheadgarlic
11/2poundsflanksteak
salttotaste
2teaspoonsfreshlygroundblack
pepper
4tablespoonsbutter
1/4cupchoppedgreenonions
1cupdryredwine
Cutheadofgarlicinhalf,placeonasquareoffoil,anddrizzlewith
oliveoil.Wrap.Bakeat400degreesF(200degreesC)for45
minutes.Squeezeroastedgarlicclovesoutofskins,andmashinto
apuree.Setaside.
Sprinklesteakwithsaltandagenerousamountoffreshlyground
pepper.Heatalargeheavyskilletovermediumhighheat,butdo
notaddfat.Whenhot,cookseasonedsteakuntilsearedandwell
brownedonbothsides,aboutaminuteperside.Reduceheatto
medium,andadd2tablespoonsofthebutter.Continuetocookfor
3to5minutesoneachside.Removemeat,andkeepwarm.
Pouroffthefatintheskillet,andaddthescallionsandredwine.
Bringtoaboil,andwhiskinthegarlicpuree.Boiluntilthewineis
reducedbyhalf,andisthickandsyrupy.Asitboils,scrapeup
brownedbitswithawoodenspoon.Stirinthemeatjuicesthathave
accumulatedunderthesteak.Boilforanothersecondorso.
Removefromtheheat,andstirintheremaining2tablespoonsof
butteruntilitisincorporatedintothewinesauce.
Quicklyslicethemeatagainstthegrain,intothinstrips.Arrangeon
ahotplatter,andpourthesaucedownthecenteroftheslices.
Serveatonce.
396
SteakSaladII
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeefsirloin
steaks
2cupschoppedromainelettuce
1/2smallredonion,chopped
1/2smallgreenbellpepper,
chopped
1smalltomato,diced
1/2cupcreamyRanchsalad
dressing
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheat.
Inabowl,tosstogetherthelettuce,onion,pepper,tomato,and
dressing.
Lightlyoilgrillgrate.Placesteakongrill,andcook5minuteson
eachside,ortodesireddoneness.Cutintostrips,andarrangeover
thesaladtoserve.
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ChickenFriedVenisonSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
2cupsseasoneddrybread
crumbs
1/2cupall-purposeflour
saltandblackpeppertotaste
2eggs
2tablespoonsmilk
4(6ounce)venisonloinsteaks,
poundedto1/4inchthick
1/2cupvegetableoil
Combinethebreadcrumbs,flour,saltandpepperina1-gallonsize
plasticzipperbag.Beattheeggsandmilktogetherinashallow
bowl.
Dipeachsteakintheeggmixture,placeitintheplasticbag,and
shaketocoatwithcrumbs.
Heattheoilinaskilletovermediumheatandfrythesteaks,turning
once,untilbothsidesaregoldenbrown,about6to8minutesper
side.
398
SlowCookerPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeefsirloin,cutinto2
inchstrips
garlicpowdertotaste
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
1cubebeefbouillon
1/4cuphotwater
1tablespooncornstarch
1/2cupchoppedonion
2largegreenbellpeppers,
roughlychopped
1(14.5ounce)canstewed
tomatoes,withliquid
3tablespoonssoysauce
1teaspoonwhitesugar
1teaspoonsalt
Sprinklestripsofsirloinwithgarlicpowdertotaste.Inalargeskillet
overmediumheat,heatthevegetableoilandbrowntheseasoned
beefstrips.Transfertoaslowcooker.
Mixbouilloncubewithhotwateruntildissolved,thenmixin
cornstarchuntildissolved.Pourintotheslowcookerwithmeat.Stir
inonion,greenpeppers,stewedtomatoes,soysauce,sugar,and
salt.
Cover,andcookonHighfor3to4hours,oronLowfor6to8
hours.
399
ShreddedSteakSandwiches
Ingredients
Directions
3poundsbonelessbeefround
steak,cutintolargepieces
2largeonions,chopped
3/4cupthinlyslicedcelery
11/2cupsketchup
1/2cupwater
1/3cuplemonjuice
1/3cupWorcestershiresauce
3tablespoonsbrownsugar
3tablespoonscidervinegar
2teaspoonssalt
2teaspoonspreparedmustard
11/2teaspoonspaprika
1teaspoonchilipowder
1/2teaspoonpepper
1/8teaspoonhotpeppersauce
12sandwichrolls,split
Placemeatina5-qt.slowcooker.Addonionsandcelery.Ina
bowl,combinetheketchup,water,lemonjuice,Worcestershire
sauce,brownsugar,vinegar,salt,mustard,paprika,chillpowder,
pepperandhotpeppersauce.Pourovermeat.Coverandcookon
highfor6-8hours.
Removemeat;coolslightly.Shredwithafork.Returntothesauce
andheatthrough.Serveonrolls.
400
TeriyakiTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupreduced-sodiumsoy
sauce
3tablespoonsbrownsugar
3tablespoonsoliveorcanolaoil
2tablespoonswhitewinevinegar
orcidervinegar
2tablespoonssherryorchicken
broth
2tablespoonsunsweetened
pineapplejuice
2garliccloves,minced
11/2teaspoonsgroundginger
4(6ounce)tunasteaks
Inabowl,combinethefirsteightingredients;mixwell.Remove1/3
cuptoasmallbowlforbasting;coverandrefrigerate.Pour
remainingmarinadeintoalargeresealableplasticbag;addtuna.
Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigerateforupto1hour.
Coatgrillrackwithnonstickcookingspraybeforestartingthegrill.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grilltuna,uncovered,overmedium
heatfor5-6minutesoneachsideoruntilfishflakeseasilywitha
fork,bastingfrequentlywithreservedmarinade.
401
Chili-StuffedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
11/4poundsleanflanksteak,
pocketcut
1(14.5ounce)canchiliwith
beans,drained
1/4cupcanneddicedgreenchiles
2teaspoonschilipowder
1cuplowsodiumbarbecuesauce
Heatagrilltohighheat.
Placetheflanksteakonasheetofheavydutyfoilandfillthepocket
oftheflanksteakwithchilianddicedchilies.Securetheopeningof
theflanksteakwithaskewer.Rubthesurfaceofthesteakwitha
thinfilmofoil(about2teaspoons)andseasonwiththechilipowder.
Cleanthegrillgratewithametalbrushandrubwithoil.Putthe
steakonthegrill,cover,andgrilltomedium-rare,about8minutes,
turningoncehalfwaythrough.Coattheflanksteakwithbarbecue
sauceandgrillanotherminuteoneachside.
Removeskewer,andcutflanksteakinthinslicesagainstthegrain
andserve.
402
GrilledSteakPinwheels
Ingredients
Directions
2flanksteaks(1poundeach),
trimmed
1/2poundslicedbacon,cooked
andcrumbled
1cupfinelychoppedfresh
mushrooms
1cupfinelychoppedgreenonions
1/4cupfinelychoppedfreshbasil
2tablespoonsmincedfresh
chives
Poundflanksteaksoneachside.Combinebacon,mushrooms,
onions,basilandchives;spreadevenlyoversteaks.Rollthemeat
upandsecurewithskewersorwoodenpicks.Cuteachrollinto1/2to3/4-in.slicesandsecurewithawoodenpickorskewer.
Grilloverhotheatfor4-6minutespersideoruntilmeatreaches
desireddoneness.Removepicksbeforeserving.
403
ApricotRoundSteak
Ingredients
Directions
13/4poundsbonelesstopround
steak(3/4inchthick)
3/4cupapricotpreserves
1tablespoonlemonjuice
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonhotpeppersauce
Placesteakonbroilerpanrack;broilfor6-8minutesoneachside.
Meanwhile,inasaucepanormicrowave-safebowl,combine
remainingingredients.Cookuntilpreservesaremelted.Setaside
1/2cup;brushremainingsauceoversteak.Broil2-3minuteslonger
oruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(forrare,ameat
thermometershouldread140degreesF;medium,160degreesF;
well-done,170degreesF).
Slicemeatonthediagonal;servewithreservedapricotsauce.
404
ThaiSteakSalad
Ingredients
Directions
2greenonions,chopped
1lemongrass,cutinto1inch
pieces
1cupchoppedfreshcilantro
1cupchoppedfreshmintleaves
1cuplimejuice
1/3cupfishsauce
1tablespoonsweetchilisauce
1/2cupSPLENDANoCalorie
Sweetener,Granulated
11/2pounds(1inchthick)steak
fillet
1headleaflettuce-rinsed,dried
andtornintobite-sizepieces
1/2Englishcucumber,diced
1pintcherrytomatoes
Inalargebowl,stirtogetherthegreenonions,lemongrass,cilantro,
mintleaves,limejuice,fishsauce,chilisauce,andSPLENDA
GranulatedSweetener,untilwellcombinedandtheSPLENDA
GranulatedSweetenerisdissolved.Adjusttheflavor,ifdesired,by
addingmoreSPLENDAGranulatedSweetenerand/orfishsauce.
Setaside.
Cookthesteakoverhighheatonapreheatedgrillforapproximately
4-6minutesoneachside,untilitiscookedmedium.Donot
overcookthemeat!Removefromheatandsliceintothinstrips.
Addthemeatanditsjuicestothesauceandrefrigerate,tightly
covered,foratleast3hours.
Tearthelettuceintobitesizepiecesandplaceinasaladbowl.
Arrangethecucumberontopofthelettuce,andthenpourthemeat
andsauceover.Topwiththecherrytomatoesandgarnishwith
freshcilantroleaves.
405
QuickGreekPastaSaladwithSteak
Ingredients
Directions
8ounceswholewheatpenne
Bringalargepotoflightlysaltedwatertoaboil.Addpastaand
cookfor8to10minutesoruntilaldente.Whencooked,drain,then
pasta
2tablespoonsextravirginoliveoil tosswitholiveoil,andkeepwarm.
1tablespoonbutter
1(1pound)beefribeyesteak
1tablespoonbutter
1teaspoonmincedgarlic
1/4cupchoppedshallots
1tablespoonsoysauce
1/2cupsun-driedtomatopesto
1/2cupslicedblackolives
1cupchoppedfreshspinach
1teaspoonbasil
1tablespoonchoppedparsley
1/2cupcrumbledfetacheese
3tablespoonssunflowerkernels
Meanwhile,melt1tablespoonbutterinaskilletovermedium-high
heat.Seartherib-eyeonbothsidesuntilrosy-pinkinthecenter,7
to10minutesdependingonthickness.Removesteakfromskillet
andcutintobite-sizepieces.Melttheremaining1tablespoonof
butterintheskillet,andstirinthegarlicandshallots.Cook5to10
secondsuntilfragrant,thenreturnthesteaktothepanandcookfor
another5minutesortodesireddoneness.Stirinthesoysauce,
andcookafewsecondslonger,allowingittoevaporate.
Removetheskilletfromtheheatandstirinthesun-driedtomato
pesto,olives,spinach,basil,parsley,fetacheeseandsunflower
kernels.Tosswiththepastainalargebowlandserve.
406
RoundSteakSauerbraten
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundstoproundsteak,
trimmedandslicedthin
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1(.75ounce)packetdrybrown
gravymix
2cupswater
1tablespoononionpowder
1tablespoonbrownsugar
2tablespoonsredwinevinegar
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
1/4teaspoongroundginger
1bayleaf
1/2teaspoonsalt
groundblackpeppertotaste
Heattheoilinalargesaucepanovermediumheat.Addthesliced
meatandbrownwell.Removemeat.Addthegravymixandwater
andbringtoaboil,stirringconstantly.
Stirintheonionpowder,brownsugar,vinegar,Worcestershire
sauce,ginger,bayleafandsalt,andgroundblackpeppertotaste.
Returnthemeattothepan,reduceheattolow,coverandsimmer
foronehour,oruntilmeatistender.Removebayleaf.
Note:Youcouldalsotransfertoacasseroledishandbakecovered
at350degreesF(175degreesC)for11/2hours.
407
GrilledTropicalTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cuppineappleorothertropical
fruitpreserves
1/4cuphoisinsauce
2tablespoonslimejuice
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
cilantro
1teaspoongratedfreshginger
1teaspoonsesameoil
4(6ounce)tunasteaks,about1
inchthick
Topreparemarinade,combinepreserves,hoisin,limejuice,cilantro,
ginger,andsesameoilinasmallbowl.Stirwell.
Pourintoaresealableplasticbagorglassbowl;tosstunawith
marinadetocoat.Refrigeratefor1hour.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Removetunasteaksfrommarinade,shakeoffexcess,anddiscard
remainingmarinade.Cookonpreheatedgrillfor4to5minutesper
side.Becarefulnottoovercook-thetunashouldbelightly
brownedontheoutsidebutstillslightlypinkinthemiddle.Serve
immediately.
408
Citrus-GingerFlatIronSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupfreshlimejuice
3tablespoonsfreshlemonjuice
1/3cupfreshgrapefruitjuice
2tablespoonsricevinegar
1tablespoonoliveoil
1teaspoonsoysauce
2teaspoonschiligarlicsauce
2teaspoonshoney
11/2teaspoonsmincedfresh
gingerroot
1teaspoongarlicsalt
1/2teaspoonblackpepper
1pinchgroundcinnamon
1poundflatironsteak
Whisktogetherlimejuice,lemonjuice,grapefruitjuice,ricevinegar,
oliveoil,soysauce,chiligarlicsauce,andhoneyinabowluntilthe
honeyhasdissolved.Seasonwithginger,garlicsalt,pepper,and
cinnamon;whiskuntilblended.Placetheflatironsteakintoa
resealableplasticbag,andpourthemarinadeovertop.Squeezeout
theexcessair,seal,andmarinateintherefrigerator11/2hours.Do
notmarinatemuchlongerthanthis,asthecitrusjuicewill"cook"
thebeef.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat.
Removeflatironfromthemarinade,anddiscardtheremaining
marinade.Cookonpreheatedgrilluntilthesteakhasattainedyour
desireddegreeofdoneness,about2minutespersideformediumrare.Placesteakontoaplate,setaside,andallowtorestfor3to4
minutesbeforeslicing.
409
CalamariSteaksParmigiano
Ingredients
Directions
4calamaritubes
3/4cupItalianseasonedbread
crumbs
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese
1/4cupmilk
2clovesgarlic,minced
3tablespoonsoliveoil
11/2cupsspaghettisauce
4slicesprovolonecheese
Slicethecalamaritubesopensotheycanlayflat.Rinseandpat
dry;setaside.MixthebreadcrumbsandParmesancheese
togetherinapietinoronaplate.Pourthemilkintoaseparatedish.
Dipthecalamaristeaksinmilk,thenpressintothebreadcrumb
mixturetocoat.
Heattheoliveoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheatuntilhot.
Quicklyaddthesteaksandcookuntilgoldenbrownoneachside,
about3minutesperside.Theyshouldbegoldenbrownbutbe
carefulnottoovercookortheywillbetough.
Reduceheattolowandaddgarlicandthenspaghettisaucetothe
pan.Topeachsteakwithasliceofprovolonecheese.Coverwitha
lidjustuntilthecheesehasmelted,about2minutes.
410
Carrot-ToppedSwissCubeSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
1teaspoongroundmustard
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
2(4ounce)beefcubesteaks
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1/3cupchoppedonion
2tablespoonsfinelychopped
celery
1garlicclove,minced
1cupcanneddicedtomatoes,
withjuices
2tablespoonsshreddedcarrots
21/4teaspoonsWorcestershire
sauce
11/2teaspoonshoney
Inashallowbowl,combinetheflour,mustard,saltandpepper;coat
meatwithflourmixture.Inaskillet,brownmeatinoilfor2minutes
oneachside.Removemeatandkeepwarm.
Sautetheonion,celeryandgarlicinpandrippingsfor1-2minutes.
Stirintomatoes,scrapingbrownedbitsfrombottomofpan.Stirin
thecarrots,Worcestershiresauceandhoney.Returnmeattoskillet.
Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmer6-10minutesor
untilmeatandvegetablesaretender.
411
RoastedGarlicFlatIronSteak
Ingredients
Directions
15clovesgarlic
1tablespoonoliveoil
1/2cupoliveoil
4(8ounce)flatironsteaks
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Arrangegarlicclovesonabakingsheet.Drizzle1tablespoonolive
oilovergarlic.
Bakegarlicinpreheatedovenuntilgoldenbrown,15to20minutes,
stirringoncetopreventburning.Removefromovenandallowto
cool.
Placecooledgarlicand1/2cupoliveoilinafoodprocessor;blend
untilmixtureisapaste.
Seasonsteakswithsaltandpepper.Rubgarlicpasteonbothsides
ofeachsteak.
Placealargeskilletovermediumheat.Cookthesteaksuntilthe
internaltemperaturereaches135degreesto140degreesF(60
degreesC),about5minutesperside.Removethewholepanfrom
theheatandletstanduntilsteaksreachaninternaltemperatureof
145degreesF(63degreesC),oryourdesireddegreeofdoneness.
412
RhubarbSteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
8cupschoppedfreshorfrozen
rhubarb
4cupschoppedonion
2cupswhitevinegar
21/3cupspackedbrownsugar
1teaspoongroundcinnamon
1teaspoongroundallspice
1/2teaspoongroundcloves
1teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonpepper
InalargesaucepanorDutchoven,combineallingredients.Bringto
aboil.Reduceheatandsimmerfor1houroruntilthickened,stirring
occasionally.Cool.Refrigerateincoveredcontainers.
413
MarinatedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2/3cupoliveorvegetableoil
1/4cuplemonjuice
2tablespoonsciderorredwine
vinegar
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
1tablespoonsoysauce
1tablespoonDijonmustard
1teaspoondriedbasil
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
1/4teaspoondriedthyme
1(11/2-pound)flanksteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbagorshallowglasscontainer,combine
thefirstnineingredients;mixwell.Addsteakandturntocoat.Seal
orcoverandrefrigeratefor8hoursorovernight,turning
occasionally.Drainanddiscardmarinade.
Grill,covered,overmedium-hotheatfor6-10minutesoneachside
oruntilmeatreachesdesireddoneness(forrare,ameat
thermometershouldread140degrees;medium,160degrees;welldone,170degrees).
414
FlatIronSteakwithBalsamicReduction
Ingredients
Directions
3poundsbeefflatironsteak
(shouldertopblade)
3tablespoonsextra-virginoliveoil
2tablespoonscoarselyground
mixedpeppercorns
11/2teaspoonssalt
1tablespoonbutter
1clovegarlic,minced
1cupbalsamicvinegar
1/4cupchoppedfreshparsley
Brushsteakwitholiveoil,thenpressintogroundpeppercornsand
seasonwithsalt;setaside.Meltbutterinalargeskilletovermedium
highheat.Addflatiron,andcooktodesireddegreeofdoneness,
about4minutespersideformedium-rare.
Oncethesteakhasfinishedcooking,removetoaplateandkeep
warm.Stirthemincedgarlicintotheskillet,andcookovermedium
heatuntilthegarlicbeginstobrownaroundtheedges,about1
minute.Pourinthebalsamicvinegar,increaseheattomedium-high,
andsimmeruntilthevinegarhasreducedbyhalf.
Thinlyslicetheflatironsteakacrossthegrain,andarrangeona
servingplatter.Pourthereducedbalsamicovertop,andsprinkle
withchoppedparsleytoserve.
415
Doreen'sTeriyakiSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
3/4cupsteaksauce
1/4cupsherry
3tablespoonslightbrownsugar
3tablespoonssoysauce
1clovegarlic,peeledandminced
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
Inamediumbowl,mixsteaksauce,sherry,lightbrownsugar,soy
sauce,garlicandpepper.Placedesiredmeatinthemixture.Cover
andmarinateintherefrigeratoratleast4hoursbeforegrillingas
desired.
416
Adel'sRedWineSteakMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1cupdryredwine
1/3cupsoysauce
2tablespoonslemonjuice
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonsDijonmustard
2tablespoonshoney
1teaspoonmincedgarlic
1/2teaspoongroundcumin
1/2teaspoongroundcoriander
1/2teaspoononionpowder
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/2cupcanolaoil
Tomakethemarinade,whisktogethertheredwine,soysauce,
lemonjuice,Worcestershiresauce,mustard,honey,garlic,cumin,
coriander,onionpowder,pepper,andcanolaoilinabowluntil
smooth.
Tousethemarinade,pourover4steaksinaresealableplasticbag.
Squeezeouttheair,andmassagethebagtocoatthemeatwiththe
marinade.Refrigerateatleast8hoursbeforecookingtodesired
degreeofdoneness.
417
Blake'sBestSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4(6ounce)rib-eyesteaks
2tablespoonsoliveoil
saltandfreshlygroundblack
peppertotaste
8clovesgarlic,minced
4sprigsfreshrosemary
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Rubeachsteaklightlywitholiveoil-thisistoensurethatthesteaks
don'tsticktothegrill.Seasonwithsaltandpepper.Rubfreshgarlic
intobothsidesofeachsteak.Letstandfor15minutes.
Placethesteaksonthepreheatedgrill,andimmediatelyturnafter
30seconds(thisfirstturnistoensurethatonesideisseared).Place
thefreshrosemarysprigsontop.Cook7minutesperside,to
desireddoneness,rememberingtoremovetherosemarysprigs
beforeturning,andtoreplaceontopofthemeatafterturning.
418
SteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupraisins
2/3cupketchup
1teaspoonchilipowder
1teaspoonseasoningsalt
1/2cupapplesauce
2tablespoonsItalian-stylesalad
dressing
Combineraisins,ketchup,chilepowder,seasoningsalt,applesauce
andItalian-styledressinginablenderorfoodprocessor.Blend
untilsmooth.
419
BarbequedMarinatedFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupsoysauce
3tablespoonshoney
2tablespoonsdistilledwhite
vinegar
1/2teaspoongroundginger
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2cupvegetableoil
11/2poundsflanksteak
Inablender,combinethesoysauce,honey,vinegar,ginger,garlic
powder,andvegetableoil.
Laysteakinashallowglassorceramicdish.Piercebothsidesof
thesteakwithasharpfork.Pourmarinadeoversteak,thenturnand
coattheotherside.Cover,andrefrigerate8hours,orovernight.
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Placegrateonhighestlevel,andbrushlightlywithoil.Placesteaks
onthegrill,anddiscardmarinade.Grillsteakfor10minutes,turning
once,ortodesireddoneness.
420
SimpleVinegarSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4poundsbonelesstopround
steaks
21/2cupsapplecidervinegar
3eggs
11/2cupsall-purposeflour
1cupoilforfrying
Poundsteaksusingameatmallettotenderize.Placeinashallow
glassdish,andpourthevinegaroverthesteakssothattheyare
covered.Refrigeratefor30to45minutestomarinate.
Heatoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Beateggsina
shallowdish,andsetaside.Placeflourinaseparatedish.Dip
steaksinflour,theninegg,theninflouragain.Placeinthehotoil,
andfryoneachsideuntildeepgoldenbrown,about4minutesper
side.Removetoapapertowel-linedplatetodrain.Serve
immediately.
421
SavoryGarlicMarinatedSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupbalsamicvinegar
1/4cupsoysauce
3tablespoonsmincedgarlic
2tablespoonshoney
2tablespoonsoliveoil
2teaspoonsgroundblackpepper
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
1teaspoononionpowder
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoonliquidsmoke
flavoring
1pinchcayennepepper
2(1/2pound)rib-eyesteaks
Inamediumbowl,mixthevinegar,soysauce,garlic,honey,olive
oil,groundblackpepper,Worcestershiresauce,onionpowder,salt,
liquidsmoke,andcayennepepper.
Placesteaksinashallowglassdishwiththemarinade,andturnto
coat.Foroptimumflavor,rubtheliquidintothemeat.Cover,and
marinateintherefrigeratorfor1to2days.
Preheatgrillformedium-hightohighheat.
Lightlyoilthegrillgrate.Grillsteaks7minutesperside,orto
desireddoneness.Discardleftovermarinade.
422
BlackenedTunaSteakswithMangoSalsa
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
2tablespoonslimejuice
2clovesgarlic,minced
4tunasteaks
1freshmango-peeled,pitted,
andchopped
1/4cupfinelychoppedredbell
pepper
1/2Spanishonion,finelychopped
1greenonion,chopped
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
cilantro
1jalapenopepper,seededand
minced
2tablespoonslimejuice
11/2teaspoonsoliveoil
2tablespoonspaprika
1tablespooncayennepepper
1tablespoononionpowder
2teaspoonssalt
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1teaspoondriedthyme
1teaspoondriedbasil
1teaspoondriedoregano
1tablespoongarlicpowder
4tablespoonsoliveoil
Whisktogethertheoliveoil,limejuice,andgarlicinabowl.Rubthe
tunasteakswiththemixture.Placethesteaksinasealable
containerandchillinrefrigerator3hours.
Combinethemango,bellpepper,Spanishonion,greenonion,
cilantro,andjalapenopepperinabowl;stir.Addthelimejuiceand
11/2teaspoonsoliveoilandtosstocombine.Chillinrefrigerator1
hour.
Stirtogetherthepaprika,cayennepepper,onionpowder,salt,
pepper,thyme,basil,oregano,andgarlicpowderinabowl.
Removethetunasteaksfromtherefrigeratorandgentlyrinsewith
waterandthendipeachsideofeachsteakinthespicemixtureto
coat.
Heat2tablespoonsoliveoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.
Gentlylaythetunasteaksintothehotoil.Cookthetunaonone
sidefor3minutes;removetoaplate.Pourtheremaining2
tablespoonsoliveoilintotheskilletandletitgethot.Laythetuna
withtheuncookedsidedownintotheskilletandcookanother3
minutes;removefromheatimmediately.
Spoonabout1/2cupofthemangosalsaontoeachof4plates.Lay
thetunasteaksatopthesalsaandserveimmediately.
423
Arrachera(SkirtSteakTacoFilling)
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsskirtsteak,poundedflat
10(.18ounce)packetssazon
seasoningwithcorianderand
achiote,suchasGoya
1tablespoonwhitepepper
1/2(12fluidounce)bottleMexican
beer(suchasCorona)
Sprinkleeachpieceofskirtsteakwiththesazonandwhitepepper.
Stacktheseasonedsteaksinadeepdishasyouseasonthem.
Pourthebeeroverthesteaks.Coverthedishandrefrigeratefor2
hours.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilthegrate.
Removethesteaksfromthedishanddiscardthemarinade.
Cooktheskirtsteaksonthepreparedgrilluntiltheyareveryfirm,
hot,andgrayinthecenter,7to10minutesperside.
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SteakStir-Fry
Ingredients
Directions
1teaspoonbeefbouillongranules
1cupboilingwater
2tablespoonscornstarch
1/3cupsoysauce
1poundbonelesssirloinsteak,
cutintothinstrips
1garlicclove,minced
1teaspoongroundginger
1/4teaspoonpepper
2tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
1largegreenpepper,julienned
1cupslicedcarrotsorcelery
5greenonions,choppedinto1
inchpieces
Hotcookedrice
Dissolvebouilloninwater.Combinethecornstarchandsoysauce
untilsmooth;addtobouillon.Setaside.
Tossbeefwithgarlic,gingerandpepper.
Inalargeskilletorwokovermedium-highheat,stir-frybeefin1
tablespoonoiluntilcookedasdesired;removeandkeepwarm.
Heatremainingoil;stir-fryvegetablesuntilcrisp-tender.Stirsoy
saucemixtureandaddtotheskillet;bringtoaboil.Cookandstir
for2minutes.Returnmeattopanandheatthrough.Serveoverrice.
425
PerfectPorterhouseSteak
Ingredients
Directions
20ouncesporterhousesteak
1teaspoonoliveoil
1tablespoonmeattenderizer
1teaspoonsteakseasoning
Placesteakonaplateandcoatlightlywitholiveoil.Rubsteakwith
meattenderizer.SprinklesteakwithCanadiansteakseasoningand
gentlyrubintosteak.Coverwithplasticwrapandletstandfor20
minutes.
Preheatagrillforhighheat.Whenthegrillishot,lightlyoilthegrate.
Unwrapsteaksandgrillonopenflameorcharcoalgrillfor3to5
minutesperside,ortoyourdesireddegreeofdoneness.
426
MarinatedSteak
Ingredients
Directions
3/4cupunsweetenedpineapple
juice
1/3cupdryredwineorbeefbroth
1/4cupreducedsodiumteriyaki
sauce
1/4cupreduced-sodiumsoy
sauce
4garliccloves,minced
1teaspoongroundginger
1/4teaspoonWorcestershire
sauce
2poundsbonelessbeeftopround
steak(11/2inchesthick)
Inabowl,combinethefirstseveningredients;mixwell.Pour3/4
cupmarinadeintoalargeresealableplasticbag;addthesteak.
Sealbagandturntocoat;refrigerateforatleast4hours.Coverand
refrigerateremainingmarinade.
Beforestartingthegrill,spraygrillrackwithnonstickcookingspray.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefromsteak.Grill,covered,overmedium
heatfor10-12minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesF;well-done,170degreesF).
Bastewithreservedmarinadeduringthelast5minutesofcooking.
427
BeefTenderloinSteaksToppedwithHorseradish
andDijonMustard
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonDijonmustard
11/2teaspoonshorseradish
1/4teaspoondriedbasil
1/4teaspoondriedthymeleaves
1/4teaspoondriedtarragon
leaves
1/4teaspoonblackpepper
2(8ounce)beeftenderloinsteaks
Salttotaste
StirtogetherDijon,horseradish,basil,thyme,tarragon,andpepper.
Spreadmixtureevenlyovertopandsidesofthesteaks.Wrap
individuallywithplasticwrap,andallowtomarinateinthe
refrigeratorovernight.
Preheatovento400degreesF(200degreesC).Sprayasmall,
glassbakingdishwithcookingspray.
Unwrapsteaksandsprinklewithsalttotaste.Placeintobaking
dish,androastinpreheatedoventodesireddegreeofdoneness
(30minutesformedium-rare,60minutesforwelldone).
428
SteakSauce
Ingredients
Directions
11/4cupsketchup
2tablespoonspreparedyellow
mustard
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
11/2tablespoonsapplecider
vinegar
4dropshotpeppersauce(e.g.
Tabasco)
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
Inamediumbowl,mixtogethertheketchup,mustard,
Worcestershiresauce,vinegar,hotpeppersauce,saltandpepper.
Transfertoajarandrefrigerateuntilneeded.
429
EasyBBQFlankSteakwithChipotleMayo
Ingredients
Directions
SteakMarinade:
1/2cupsoysauce
1/2cupoliveoil
41/2tablespoonshoney
6clovesgarlic,minced
3tablespoonschoppedfresh
rosemary
11/2tablespoonscoarsely
groundblackpepper
1teaspoonsalt
2poundsflanksteak
Combinesoysauce,oliveoil,honey,garlic,rosemary,pepper,and
saltinaresealableplasticbag.Addthesteak,andturntocoatwith
themarinade;pressoutexcessair,andsealthebag.Marinatein
therefrigeratorfor30minutes,orovernightforbetterflavor.
ChipotleMayo:
11/2cupsmayonnaise
1(7ounce)canchipotlepeppers
inadobosauce
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat.Discardmarinade.
Lightlyoilthegrate.Grilltheflanksteakfor7minutesperside,orto
desireddoneness.Aninstant-readthermometerinsertedintothe
centershouldread140degreesF(60degreesC).Letstandfor10
minutesbeforeslicingverythinlyagainstthegrain.
Drainthechipotlepeppersreserving1teaspoonoftheadobo
sauce.Finelychopthechipotlepeppers.Stirtogetherthe
mayonnaise,chipotlepeppers,andreservedadobosauceina
mediumbowl.Servethesaucewiththesteak.
430
SteakandMushroomTeriyakiBowl
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1poundbonelessflanksteak,
thinlysliced
1(10ounce)packagemushrooms,
sliced
1mediumonion,thinlysliced
11/2cupswater
1(5.4ounce)packageKnorr
AsianSides-TeriyakiRice
Heatoilin12-inchnonstickskilletovermedium-highheatandcook
steak,stirringoccasionally,2minutes.Season,ifdesired,withsalt
andgroundblackpepper.
Addmushroomsandonionandcook,stirringoccasionally,3
minutesoruntiltender.Removesteakmixtureandsetaside.
Bringwatertoaboiloverhighheatinsameskillet.StirinKnorr
AsianSides-TeriyakiRice.Reduceheattolowandsimmer
covered7minutesoruntilriceistender.Returnsteakmixtureto
skillet;heatthrough.Garnish,ifdesired,withchoppedgreenonions.
431
MexicanSteakTorta
Ingredients
Directions
1poundsirloinsteak
1tablespoongarlicsalt
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1teaspoongroundcumin
groundcayennepeppertotaste
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat,andlightlyoilthe
grate.Seasonsteakwithgarlicsalt,blackpepper,cumin,and
cayennepepper.
4kaiserrolls,split
1/4cupmayonnaise
1/2cuprefriedbeans
1largeavocado,thinlysliced
1largetomato,sliced
2cupsshreddedlettuce
crumbledcotijacheese(optional)
Grillsteakonthepreheatedgrilluntilmedium-rare,about5minutes
perside.Removefromheattoacuttingboardandcoverwithfoil.
Setalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Spreadbothhalvesof
eachrollwithmayonnaise.Browntherolls,mayonnaise-sidedown
untilgolden,about3minutes.Warmtherefriedbeaninabowlin
themicrowave,about1minuteonHigh,andslicethesirloinsteak
intothinstrips.
Spreadathinlayerofbeansonthebottomhalfofeachroll,layer
withsteak,avocado,tomato,andlettuce.Topwithcheese,if
desired,andclosethesandwichwiththetopoftheroll.
432
SwissSteakItalianStyle
Ingredients
Directions
1poundroundsteak,cutinto
pieces
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
1teaspoonsalt
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
3/4cupchoppedonion
2(16ounce)jarsspaghettisauce
1/2cupredwine
2cupsthinlyslicedcelery
1cupslicedgreenbellpepper
1(12ounce)packageeggnoodles
Dredgesteakinflour,saltandpepper.Heatalargeskilleton
mediumhighheat.Addoiltohotpan.Addmeatandsauteuntil
browned.Stirinonionandsaute.Stirinmarinarasauceandwine
andbringtoboil.Addceleryandgreenpepper;stir.Reduceheat,
coverandsimmerfor45minutes.
Heatalargepotofwatertoaboilandcooknoodlesuntilaldente.
Removefromheatanddrain.
Servemeatsauceovernoodles.
433
CheeseSteakSubs
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupjuliennedsweetred
pepper
1/2cupjuliennedgreenpepper
1/2cupslicedonion
1/2teaspoonvegetableoil
2slicesmozzarellacheese
4ouncesthinlysliceddeliroast
beef
2submarinesandwichbuns,split
Inasmallskillet,sautethepeppersandonioninoiluntiltender.Cut
cheeseslicesinhalf.Placebeefandcheeseonthebottomofeach
bun.Broil4in.fromtheheatfor1-2minutesoruntilcheeseis
melted.Topwithpeppermixtureandbuntops.
434
PortobelloPortSauceforSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4poundportobellomushrooms,
thinlysliced
3tablespoonsbutter
1/2cupportwine
2tablespoonssourcream
1/2teaspooncornstarch
saltandgroundblackpepperto
taste
Heatbutterinalargeheavyskilletovermedium-highheat.Saute
mushroomsuntilsoftandlightlybrowned,about2minutes.Stirin
portwine,andletsimmerfor2minutes;removefromheat.Ina
smallbowl,mixtogethersourcreamandcornstarch.Stirinto
mushroommixtureuntilsmooth.Returntoheat,andstiruntil
thickenedandsmooth.Seasontotastewithsaltandpepper.
435
Chicken-FriedSteakStrips
Ingredients
Directions
1egg,lightlybeaten
1/4cupmilk
1cupall-purposeflour
1tablespoononionpowder
11/2teaspoonsgarlicpowder
1teaspoonseasonedsalt
1teaspoonpaprika
1/2teaspoondriedparsleyflakes
1/2poundbonelessbeefround
steak,cutintothinstrips
oilforfrying
Inashallowbowl,combineeggandmilk.Inanothershallowbowl,
combineflourandseasonings.Dipbeefineggmixture,theninflour
mixture.Dipagainineggmixtureandcoatwithflourmixture.Let
standfor5minutes.
Inaskillet,heat1/4in.ofoilovermediumheat.Placeafewpieces
ofmeatintheskilletatatime.Fryuntilgoldenbrown,about4
minutes.Drainonpapertowels.
436
MexicanSteakandBeans
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonall-purposeflour
1/2teaspoonchilipowder
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoongroundcumin
1/8teaspoonpepper
1/2poundbonelessbeefround
steak,cutinto1-inchcubes
1tablespoonvegetableoil
3/4cupthinlyslicedcelery
1mediumonion,chopped
1/2cupwater
1/4cupchilisauce
1mediumcarrot,cutinto1/2-inch
slices
1smallgreenpepper,cutinto1
1/2-inchstrips
3/4cupkidneybeans,rinsedand
drained
Hotcookedrice
Inaresealableplasticbag,combinethefirstfiveingredients.Add
thesteak;shaketocoat.Inaskillet,cooksteakinoiluntilbrowned
onallsides;drain.Addthecelery,onion,waterandchilisauce.
Bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmerfor30minutes.Add
carrot;coverandsimmerfor15minutes.Stiringreenpepperand
beans.Coverandsimmer10minuteslongeroruntilmeatand
vegetablesaretender.Serveoverriceifdesired.
437
SweetandSourHamSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2Cook'sbrandBone-inHam
Steaks
1/2cupbrownsugar,firmly
packed
1/3cupbeerorapplejuice
2tablespoonsDijonmustard
1teaspoonpumpkinpiespice
Preparecharcoalorgasgrill.
Inasmallsaucepan,combinebrownsugar,beerorapplejuice,
Dijonmustardandpumpkinpiespice.Cookglazeovermediumhighheat,stirringseveraltimes,untilitstartstobubble.Remove
fromheat.
Grilleachhamsteak1-2minuteseachsidebeforeapplyingglaze.
Bastehamsteakswithglaze,grill2minutes,turnandbasteagain;
grillanadditional2minutes.Servehot.
438
VenisonSteakStrips
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonlimejuice
1tablespoonsoysauce
1chipotlepepperinadobosauce,
minced
1tablespoonoliveoil
1tablespoonchilepowder
11/2teaspoonspaprika
11/2teaspoonsgroundcumin
1tablespoonmincedgarlic
1poundvenison,cutinto1/2-inch
strips
11/2cupsall-purposeflour
Seasonedsalt(orCajun
seasoning)andpeppertotaste
2tablespoonsoliveoil
Stirtogetherthelimejuice,soysauce,mincedchipotle,and1
tablespoonoliveoil;stirinchilepowder,paprika,cumin,andgarlic.
Tossvenisonstripsuntilwellcoatedwithmarinade,setaside,and
marinatefor20minutes.
Drainvenisonstripsinacolander,pressingoutanyexcessliquid.
Placetheflourinaplasticbag,seasontotastewithseasonedsalt
andpepper.Tossvenisonstripswiththeflouruntileachpieceis
coated.
Heat2tablespoonsoliveoilinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.
Shakeexcessflourfromthevenisonstrips,andcookuntilwell
brownedonbothsides,about2minutesperside.
439
CaribbeanFlankSteakwithCoconutRice
Ingredients
Directions
1(11/2-pound)beefflanksteak
1(8ounce)cancrushedpineapple
Marinade:
1/4cupfreshlimejuice
2tablespoonsfinelychopped
freshcilantro
1tablespoonCaribbeanjerk
seasoning
CoconutRice:
2cupswater
1cupuncookedbrownrice
3tablespoonsshreddedcoconut,
toasted
2tablespoonsslicedalmonds,
toasted
1tablespoonfinelychoppedfresh
cilantro
Drainpineapple,reserving1/4cupjuiceforMarinade;discard
excessjuice.ReservecrushedpineappleforCoconutRice.
Combinemarinadeingredientsandreservedpineapplejuicein
smallbowl.Placebeefsteakandmarinadeinfood-safeplasticbag;
turnsteaktocoat.Closebagsecurelyandmarinateinrefrigerator6
hoursoraslongasovernight,turningoccasionally.
PrepareCoconutRice.Combinewaterandriceinmedium
saucepan;bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmer35to45
minutesoruntilriceistender.Removefromheat.Stirinreserved
pineapple,coconut,almondsandcilantro.Seasonwithsalt,as
desired.
Meanwhile,removesteakfrommarinade;discardmarinade.Place
steakongridovermedium,ash-coveredcoals.Grill,uncovered,17
to21minutes(overmediumheatonpreheatedgasgrill,covered,16
to21minutes)formediumrare(145degreesF)tomedium(160
degreesF)doneness,turningoccasionally.Seasonwithsalt,as
desired.
Carvesteakacrossthegrainintothinslices.Servewithrice.
440
Fuzzy'sChipotleFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
Pureeoliveoilandchipotlepeppersinablenderuntilsmooth.
2(7ounce)canschipotlepeppers Spreadoverflanksteak,andmarinateintherefrigeratorovernight.
2poundsflanksteak
Preheatagrillformedium-highheat.
Grilltheflanksteaktodesireddoneness,aboutfiveminutesper
sideformedium.
441
GrilledFishSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1clovegarlic,minced
6tablespoonsoliveoil
1teaspoondriedbasil
1teaspoonsalt
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1tablespoonfreshlemonjuice
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
parsley
2(6ounce)filletshalibut
Inastainlesssteelorglassbowl,combinegarlic,oliveoil,basil,salt,
pepper,lemonjuice,andparsley.
Placethehalibutfiletsinashallowglassdishoraresealableplastic
bag,andpourthemarinadeoverthefish.Coverorsealandplace
intherefrigeratorfor1hour,turningoccasionally.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.Setgrate
4inchesfromtheheat.
Removehalibutfiletsfrommarinadeanddrainofftheexcess.Grill
filets5minutespersideoruntilfishisdonewheneasilyflakedwith
afork.
442
BeerSteak
Ingredients
Directions
4(1/2pound)rib-eyesteaks,or
steakofchoice
2tablespoonsseasalt
2tablespoonslemonpepper
2(12fluidounce)cansorbottles
beerofchoice
Placethesteaksinalarge,shallowcontainerwithalid.Season
eachsideofthesteakswiththesaltandlemonpepper.Gentlypour
thebeeroverthesteaks(makingsuretheseasoningdoesn'twash
off).Cover,andrefrigeratefor1to2hours.
Preheatgrillforhighheat.
Lightlyoilgrillgrate.Placesteaksongrill,anddiscardbeer
marinade.Cookfor5minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.
443
SpicedHamSteak
Ingredients
Directions
11/3cupspineapplejuice
1teaspoonbutterormargarine,
melted
1teaspoongroundcloves
1teaspoonpaprika
2garliccloves,minced
1/2teaspoonbrownsugar
1/4teaspoongroundmustard
8ounces2inchthickhamsteak
Ina2-cupmeasuringcup,combinethejuice,butter,cloves,
paprika,garlic,sugarandmustard;mixwell.Pour2/3cupmarinade
intoalargeresealableplasticbag;coverandrefrigerateremaining
marinade.Addhamtothebag.Sealbagandturntocoat;
refrigerateforatleast3hoursorovernight.
Drainanddiscardmarinade.Grillham,uncovered,overmedium
heatfor4-6minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatisglazedandheated
through,bastingoccasionallywithreservedmarinade.
444
GrilledHalibutSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
3/4cupbutterormargarine,
softened
1tablespoonlemonjuice
11/2teaspoonsdriedminced
onion
11/2teaspoonsgarlicsalt
11/2teaspoonsdriedparsley
flakes
3/4teaspoondillweed
1/4teaspoonsugar
1/4teaspoonpepper
4halibutorswordfishsteaks,1inchthick
Inasmallbowl,combinethefirsteightingredients;letstandfor30
minutes.Ifgrillingthefish,coatgrillrackwithnonstickcooking
spraybeforestartingthegrill.Spread1tablespoonherbedbutter
overeachhalibutsteak.
Grillfish,buttersidedown,covered,overmediumheatorbroil,
butteredsideup,4in.fromtheheatfor5-1/2minutes.Spread1
tablespoonherbedbutterovereachhalibutsteak;turnandspread
withremainingbutter.Grillorbroil5-6minuteslongeroruntilfish
flakeseasilywithafork.
445
PineappleSteakStirFry
Ingredients
Directions
1(8ounce)canpineapplechunks
-drainedwithjuicereserved
2teaspoonsricewinevinegar
2tablespoonssoysauce
1teaspoonoliveoil
1teaspoonvanilla-flavoredvodka
1/2teaspoongroundginger
1/2teaspoonbrownsugar
1/2teaspoonwhitesugar
1(11/2-pound)beefsirloinsteak,
cutinto1/4-inchstrips
11/2cupswater
1/2cuplonggrainwhiterice
2tablespoonsoliveoil
Stirtogether1/3cupreservedpineapplejuice,ricewinevinegar,
soysauce,oliveoil,vanillavodka,ginger,brownsugar,andwhite
sugarinamixingbowluntilblended.Adjustthesugartotaste.
Placethesteakstripsinalarge,resealableplasticbag.Pourinthe
pineapplejuicemixtureandsealthebag.Turnthebaggentlyto
evenlycoatsteakwiththemarinade.Refrigerate3to4hours.
Bringwatertoaboilinasaucepanovermedium-highheat.Addthe
riceandstir.Reduceheat,coverandsimmer20minutes.
Heat2tablespoonsoliveoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Remove
steakstripsfrommarinadeandplaceintheskillet.Cookandstirthe
steakstripsuntilbrownedandnolongerpink,about2minutesper
side.Removefromtheheat,coverandkeepwarm.
Placethepineapplechunksinaseparateskillet.Cookovermedium
heatuntilslightlysoftandheatedthrough,about4minutes.To
serve,dividethericebetweentwobowls,topwithsteakstripsand
pineapplechunks,andtossbriefly.
446
AsianSteakStir-FrySalad
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cuppeanutoil
2tablespoonssoysauce
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
1poundskirtsteak,slicedinto
strips
1/2greenbellpepper,chopped
1/4onion,chopped
2tablespoonschoppedgreen
onion
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
gingerroot
1tablespoonchoppedserrano
pepper
1cupfreshbabyspinach
1/4cupbalsamicvinaigrettesalad
dressing
Whisktogetherthepeanutoil,soysauce,andpepperinabowl;
pourintoaresealableplasticbag.Addthesteak,coatwiththe
marinade,squeezeoutexcessair,andsealthebag.Marinateinthe
refrigeratorfor12to24hours.
Cookandstirthesteakandthemarinadeinalargeskilletover
mediumheat.Stirinthebellpepper,onion,greenonion,ginger,and
serranopepper.Cookuntilthesteakisevenlybrown.Serveovera
bedofspinachwiththebalsamicvinaigrette.
447
GrilledDelmonicoSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupoliveoil
1/4cupWorcestershiresauce
6tablespoonssoysauce
1/4cupmincedgarlic
1/2mediumonion,chopped
2tablespoonssalt
1tablespoonpepper
1tablespooncrusheddried
rosemary
3tablespoonssteakseasoning
3tablespoonssteaksauce(e.g.A
-1)
4(10ounce)Delmonico(rib-eye)
steaks
Combinetheoliveoil,Worcestershiresauce,soysauce,garlic,
onion,salt,pepper,rosemary,steakseasoning,andsteaksaucein
thecontainerofafoodprocessororblender.Processuntilwell
blended.
Pricksteaksonbothsideswithafork,andplaceinashallow
containerwithalid.Pourmarinadeoversteaks,cover,and
refrigerateatleast3hours,orovernight.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformediumheat,orlightcharcoal,andwait
untilcoalsarecompletelywhite.Soakedwoodchipsmaybeadded
tothecoalswhenreadyforasmokyflavor,ifyoulike.
Removesteaksfrommarinade,anddiscardthemarinade.Lightlyoil
thegrillingsurface,andplacesteaksonthegrill.Cover,andgrill
steaksforabout10minutesoneachside,ortoyourdesireddegree
ofdoneness.
448
Jeremy'sPhillySteakandCheeseSandwich
Ingredients
Directions
1teaspoonbutter
1/2whiteonion,sliced
1/2redonion,sliced
8freshmushrooms,sliced
1clovegarlic,minced
6ouncesbeefsirloin,thinlysliced
3/4cupcreamcheese,softened
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
saltandpeppertotaste
1Frenchbaguette,cutinhalf
lengthwise
1/2cupshreddedSwisscheese
Meltbutterinalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Sautethewhite
andredonions,mushrooms,andgarlicuntiltender.Removefrom
thepan,andsetaside.
Placetheslicedbeefinthepan,andfryuntilnolongerpink,about5
minutes.Reduceheattolow,andstirinthecreamcheeseand
Worcestershiresauce,cookingandstirringuntilthebeefiswell
coated.Seasonwithsaltandpeppertotaste.
Meanwhile,preheatyouroven'sbroiler.
Placebeefmixtureontobottomhalfofthebaguette,thencoverthe
beefwiththeonionmixture.PlaceSwisscheeseovertheonion
mixture.Placeopensandwichunderahotbroileruntilthecheeseis
melted.Placetopofbaguetteontothetoppings,andserve.
449
BBQSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1smallonion,chopped
7clovesgarlic
1/2cupoliveoil
1/2cupvinegar
1/2cupsoysauce
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
rosemary
2tablespoonsDijon-style
preparedmustard
2teaspoonssalt
1teaspoonblackpepper
1(2pound)tri-tipsteak
Placeonion,garlic,oliveoil,vinegar,soysauce,rosemary,mustard,
salt,andpepperintothebowlofafoodprocessor.Processuntil
smooth.Placesteakinalargeresealableplasticbag.Pour
marinadeoversteaks,seal,andrefrigerateforabout3hours.
Preheatthegrillforhighheat.
Brushgrillgratewithoil.Discardmarinade,andplacesteakonthe
preparedgrill.Cookfor7minutesperside,ortodesireddoneness.
450
SmotheredHamburgerSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2eggs
2tablespoonsmincedonion
1tablespoonbeefbase
1/2teaspoonblackpepper
3sliceswhitebread
2poundsleangroundbeef
1(10.75ounce)cancondensed
creamofmushroomsoup
1(10.75ounce)canwater
1dashWorcestershiresauce
Whisktogethertheeggs,onion,beefbase,andpepperinabowl.
Tearthebreadintolargepieces,andplaceintothebowl.Letthe
breadsoakforafewsecondsandaddthegroundbeef.Mixthe
meatintotheegg-breadmixture,andforminto8patties.
Heatalargeheavyskilletovermedium-highheat,andfrythepatties
untiltheyarebrownedandthemeatisnolongerpinkinthecenter,
about8minutesperside.Setthepattiesaside.
Removetheexcessgreasefromtheskillet,andwhiskthe
mushroomsoup,water,andWorcestershiresaucetogetherinthe
skilletuntilsmooth.Placethepattiesbackintotheskillet,spoon
sauceoverthemtocover,andbringtoaboilovermedium-high
heat.Reducetheheattoasimmer,andcookuntilthesauceis
thickenedandtheflavorshaveblended,about20minutes.
451
SlowCookerSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupall-purposeflour
saltandpeppertotaste
11/2poundsroundsteak,cutinto
smallpieces
3tablespoonsvegetableoil
3stalkscelery,chopped
1onion,chopped
3carrots,shredded
2(14.5ounce)cansdiced
tomatoeswithjuice
1tablespoonWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonsbrownsugar,orto
taste
Inashallowbowl,mixtheflour,salt,andpepper.Lightlycoatthe
roundsteakpiecesintheflourmixture.
Heattheoilinaskilletovermediumheat,andsautethecelery,
onion,andcarrotsabout5minutes,untiltender.Removefromheat,
andsetaside.Mixintheroundsteakpieces,andcookuntillightly
browned.
Placethevegetablesandsteakinaslowcooker.Mixinthe
tomatoeswithjuice,Worcestershiresauce,andbrownsugar.
Cover,andcook8to10hoursonLow,untiltheroundsteakisvery
tender.
452
Mango-SpicedSteakSkewers
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupDijonmustard
1/4cuphoney
1/4cupmangopreserves
StirtogetherDijonmustard,1/4cuphoney,and1/4cupmango
preservesinasmallbowltomakeadippingsauce;setaside.Whisk
togethertheapplejuice,teriyakisauce,1tablespoonhoney,1/2
cupmangopreserves,garlic,cayennepepper,salt,andblack
pepperinabowluntilblended.Addslicedflanksteakandtossto
coat.Setasidetomarinate10minutes.
1/2cupapplejuice
1/4cupteriyakisauce
1tablespoonhoney
1/2cupmangopreserves
1clovegarlic,minced
1teaspooncayennepepper
1teaspoonkoshersalt
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
2tablespoonsoliveoil
1poundflanksteak,slicedacross
thegrain3/8-inchthick
10bambooskewers,soakedin
waterfor20minutes
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Removethesteakfromthemarinade,anddiscardtheremaining
marinade.Threadthesteakstripsontothesoakedskewers.Cook
onthepreheatedgrilltodesireddegreeofdoneness,about1
minuteoneachsideformedium.ServeaccompaniedbytheDijon
dippingsauce.
453
FriedSteakwithPeppercornGravySauce
Ingredients
Directions
1(1.2ounce)packagebrown
gravymix
1/4cupwhippingcream
1tablespoonvinegar
6NewYorkstripsteaks,cut1inchthick
1tablespoonwhitewine
1tablespoonwholeblack
peppercorns
saltandpeppertotaste(optional)
Preparegravymixinasmallsaucepanaccordingtopackage
directions.Stirincream,vinegar,whitewine,andpeppercorns.
Simmeroverlowheatforafewminutesjusttoblendtheflavors.
Meanwhile,heatalargeskilletovermedium-highheat.Season
steakswithsaltandpepper(ifdesired)andplaceinthehotskillet.
Fryfor7to10minutesperside,ortoyourdesireddegreeof
doneness.Theinternaltemperatureofthesteaksshouldbeatleast
145degreesF(63degreesC)forraremeat.
Removesteakstoaservingplatterorindividualplates,anddrizzle
eachonewiththegravy.Garnishwithpeppercornsandfresh
parsleyforspecialoccasions.
454
GrilledBeefSteakswithEspresso-BourbonSauce
Ingredients
Directions
4(4ounce)beeftenderloinsteaks, Combineallsauceingredients,exceptpepper,insmallsaucepan;
bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;simmer,uncovered,8minutesoruntil
cut1inchthick
sauceisthickenedandreducedbyabouthalf,stirringoccasionally.
Saltandpepper
Stirinpepper.Keepwarm.
Espresso-BourbonSauce:
Placesteaksongridovermedium,ash-coveredcoals.Grill
1/4cupbourbon
tenderloinsteaks,uncovered,13to15minutesformediumrareto
1/4cupmaplesyrup
mediumdoneness,turningoccasionally.Seasonwithsaltand
1/4cupreduced-sodiumsoy
pepper,asdesired.Servewithsauce.
sauce
1tablespoonfreshlemonjuice
2teaspoonsinstantespresso
coffeepowder
1/8teaspoonblackpepper
455
GrilledGarlicFlankSteakSalad
Ingredients
Directions
1cupMarzettiSupreme
CaesarDressing
1(11/2-pound)wholeflanksteak,
scored
2teaspoonsmincedgarlic
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
2headsromainelettuce,outer
leavesdiscarded,innerleaves
separatedandleftwholeor
chopped
1pintcherrytomatoes,slicedin
halflengthwise
1smallredonion,cutinto1/4inchslices
2ouncesParmigiano-Reggiano
cheese,shavedorgrated
Saltandfreshlygroundblack
pepper,totaste
Placemeatinashallowdishorplasticbag.Lightlysprinkleboth
sidesofmeatwithsaltandpepper.Combinegarlicandoiland
pressintothemeat.Marinate20minutesorupto12hours.Wipe
offexcessgarlicwithpapertowel.Reseasonwithsaltandpepper.
Preparegrilltomediumhot.Whilegrillisheating,arrangelettuce,
tomatoesandonionsonplatterorindividualplates.Spraygrillrack
withnon-stickcookingsprayforthegrill.Placemeatonrackgrill4
to6minutesoverdirectheat;withtongs,turnthemeatandgrillan
additional4to5minutesforraretomedium-rare.
Transfermeattocuttingboardandallowmeattorestfor5minutes
beforecarving.Cutmeatacrossgraininto1/4-inchbite-sizestrips.
Arrangeontopofcomposedsalad.DrizzlewithMarzettiSupreme
CaesarSaladDressing.Sprinklewithpepperandcheese.Serve.
Passadditionaldressing.
456
HerbedSalmonSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/4cupbutterormargarine,
melted
2/3cupcrushedsaltinecrackers
1/4cupgratedParmesancheese
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/2teaspoondriedbasil
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
1/4teaspoongarlicpowder
4(6ounce)salmonsteaks
Placebutterinashallowdish.Inanotherdish,combinethecracker
crumbs,Parmesancheese,salt,basil,oreganoandgarlicpowder.
Dipsalmonintobutter,thencoatbothsideswithcrumbmixture.
Placeinagreased13-in.x9-in.x2-in.bakingdish.Bake,
uncovered,at350degreesFfor30-35minutesoruntilfishflakes
easilywithafork.
457
GyroSteakSalad(withTzatzikidressing)
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsskirtsteak
11/2cupsNewman'sOwnHerb
&RoastedGarlicMarinade
11/2cupsplainnon-fatyogurt
1clovegarlic,minced
1/2teaspoonpaprika
2tablespoonsNewman'sOwn
LightenUpLightLime
Vinaigrette
1largeseedlesscucumber,1/2
gratedfordressing,1/2cubedfor
salad
Pitabreadsorpockets,quartered
2headsromainelettuce,chopped
1/2cupjarredroastedred
peppers,chopped
1/2cuphalvedKalamataolives
1/2redonion,thinlysliced
2tomatoes,seededanddiced
1/2cupcrumbledfetacheese
Marinatesteakwithmarinadefor30minutesorlonger.Heatindoor
grillpanoroutdoorgrilloverhighheat.
CucumberLimeTzatzikidressing:Inabowl,stirtogetheryogurt,
garlic,paprika,limevinaigretteandgratedcucumber.Coverand
chill.
Removesteakfrommarinadeanddiscardmarinade.Grillsteakon
onesideuntilgoldenbrown,about3to4minutes.Turnsteakover
andcooktomedium-rare,about3to4minutesmore.Letstandfor
5minutesthenslicethinlyagainstthegrain.Brushpitatriangles
witholiveoilthenplaceongrill,watchingclosely,untilgolden
brown.
Inalargesaladbowltosslettuce,choppedcucumber,redpeppers,
olives,onion,tomatoesandfeta.Dividesaladevenlyamongplates,
topwithsteakandpitas.Drizzlewithdressing.Enjoy!
458
Steak,Onion,andPepperFajitas
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsbeefroundsteak
1/4cuptequila
1/2cupfreshlimejuice
1/2cupcookingoil
2tablespoonsliquidsmoke
1teaspoonWorcestershiresauce
1/4teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/2teaspoonsalt
3/4teaspoonpaprika
1/2cupslicedonion
3/4cupbellpeppers,slicedinto
thinstrips
Combinethesteak,tequila,andlimejuiceinaplasticbag;marinate
intherefrigeratorfor2hours.Discardthemarinade.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillforhighheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Grillsteakuntilnolongerpinkontheinside,about8minutesper
side.Removefromgrillandsliceinto1/4-inchstrips.Arrangestrips
onaservingplate.
Heattheoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Addtheliquidsmoke,
Worcestershiresauce,pepper,salt,andpaprikatotheoilandstir.
Whenthemixtureishot,addtheonionsandpeppersandcookuntil
thepeppersaretender.Pourthemixtureoverthesteakstripsand
serveimmediately.
459
GrilledTunaSteakswithGrapeandCaperSalsa
Ingredients
Directions
2cupsredseedlessgrapes,
halved
1/3cupcapers,drainedand
rinsed
1shallot,minced
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
parsley
1tablespoonoliveoil
saltandblackpeppertotaste
4(8ounce)tunasteaks
1/4cupfreshlemonjuice
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheatandlightlyoilgrate.
Stirtogethergrapes,capers,shallot,parsley,andoliveoilinabowl;
seasontotastewithsaltandpepper,andsetaside.Placetuna
steaksontoaplate,andbrushwithlemonjuice.Seasonwithsalt
andpeppertotaste.
Cooktunasteaksonpreheatedgrilluntilcookedtodesireddegree
ofdoneness,2to3minutespersideformedium-rare.Servewith
thegrapeandcapersalsa.
460
SteakContinental
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsroundsteak
1clovegarlic,quartered
2teaspoonssalt
11/2tablespoonssoysauce
1tablespoontomatopaste
1tablespoonvegetableoil
1/2teaspoongroundblack
pepper
1/2teaspoondriedoregano
Removefatfromsteakandscorebothsidesbycutting1/4inch
deepdiagonalslicesformingadiamondpattern.
Mashgarlicwithsalt.Addsoysauce,tomatopaste,oil,pepperand
oregano.Mixwellandrubintosteak.
Wrapinwaxedpaperandletstandinrefrigerator5to6hours,or
overnight.
Broilorbarbecuetodesireddegreeofdoneness.
461
DrunkenFlatIronSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1(2pound)flatironsteak
1/4cupdryvermouth
1/4cupsweetvermouth
21/2tablespoonsoliveoil
1tablespoonredpepperflakes
Placesteakintoalargeresealablebagorshallowdish.Pourinthe
dryvermouthandsweetvermouthandstirtocoatthesteak.Sealor
coverandrefrigeratefor6hourstomarinate.
Heattheoilinalargeskilletovermediumheat.Removesteakfrom
thebaganddiscardthemarinade.Seasonthesteakonbothsides
withredpepperflakes.Fryfor3to4minutespersideformediumrare,ortoyourdesireddegreeofdoneness.Letrestforafew
minutesbeforeserving.
462
BarbecuedRoundSteak
Ingredients
Directions
2poundsbeefroundsteak,1inch
thick,cutintostrips
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1/2cuptomatojuice
1/2cupketchup
1/4cupwater
1/4cupcidervinegar
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
2teaspoonspaprika
1teaspoonsalt
1teaspoongroundmustard
1garlicclove,minced
1/4teaspoonchilipowder
1/4teaspoonpepper
4teaspoonscornstarch
2tablespoonscoldwater
Hotcookedrice
Inalargeskillet,brownbeefinoilovermedium-highheat;drain.In
abowl,combinethetomatojuice,ketchup,water,vinegar,
Worcestershiresauce,brownsugarandseasonings;pouroverthe
beef.bringtoaboil.Reduceheat;coverandsimmerfor1-1/2to2
hoursoruntilthemeatistender.
Combinecornstarchandcoldwateruntilsmooth;stirintomeat
mixture.Bringtoaboil;cookandstirfor1-2minutesoruntil
thickened.Serveoverriceifdesired.
463
TeriyakiFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupwine
1/2cupsoysauce
1/4cupoliveoil
1/4cupbrownsugar
1/4cupgratedfreshgingerroot
2clovesgarlic,crushed
1teaspoongroundblackpepper
11/2poundsbeefflanksteak
Inalargeresealableplasticbag,mixthewine,soysauce,oliveoil,
brownsugar,ginger,garlic,andpepper.Placesteakinthebag,
seal,andrefrigerate8hours,orovernight.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat.
Removesteaksfromthebag,anddiscardmarinade.Placesteaks
onthegrillandcook6to8minutesperside,toyourdesireddegree
ofdoneness.Theinternaltemperatureshouldbeatleast145
degreesF(63degreesC)forrare.Allowthesteakstositabout5
minutesbeforeslicingagainstthegrain,andserving.
464
GingeredFlankSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupreduced-sodiumsoy
sauce
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
2tablespoonsWorcestershire
sauce
1tablespoonlemonjuice
1/8teaspoonmincedfresh
gingerroot
1garlicclove,minced
1(1pound)beefflanksteak
Inabowl,combinethefirstsixingredients.Pouthalfofthe
marinadeintoalargeresealableplasticbag;addsteak.Sealbag
andturntocoat;refrigerateforatleast8hoursorovernight.Cover
andrefrigerateremainingmarinade.
Drainanddiscardmarinadefromsteak.Gillsteak,covered,over
mediumfor5-6minutesoneachsideoruntilmeatreachesdesired
doneness(formedium-rare,ameatthermometershouldread145
degreesF;medium,160degreesFwell-done,170degreesF),
bastingoccasionallywiththereservedmarinade.
465
PorkSteakBurritos
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonvegetableoil
5porksteaks,cutintostrips
1(12ounce)jarsalsa
10(8inch)flourtortillas
1(8ounce)containersourcream
3greenonions,sliced
Heattheoilinaskilletovermedium-highheat.Placeporkinthe
skillet,andcookuntilevenlybrown.Pourinthesalsa,andcontinue
cooking5minutes,untilheatedthrough.
Placetortillas1or2atatimeonamicrowave-safedish.Cookinthe
microwave1minuteonHigh,untilwarm.Placeequalamountsof
porkstripsandsalsainthecenterofeachwarmtortilla,androll.
Topwithsourcreamandgarnishwithgreenonionstoserve.
466
KikkomanChinesePepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1poundbonelessbeefsirloinor
roundsteak
1tablespoonKikkomanHoisin
Sauce
2tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
2mediumbellpeppers,cutinto1inchsquares
2mediumonions,cutinto1-inch
squares
1/4cupKikkomanHoisinSauce
Cutsteakacrossgrainintothinstrips,theninto1-inchsquares;
coatwith1Tbsp.hoisinsauce.
Heat1Tbsp.oilinhotwokorlargeskilletoverhighheat.Addbeef
andstir-fryabout1minute;remove.
Heatremaining1Tbsp.oilinsamepan.Addpeppersandonions;
stir-fry5minutes.Stirinbeefandremaining1/4cuphoisinsauce;
cookandstirjustuntilbeefandvegetablesarecoatedwithsauce.
Serveimmediately.
467
MontrealSteakSeasonedMashedPotatoes
Ingredients
Directions
3poundsredpotatoes,cutinto
chunks
1/4cupbutter
2ouncescreamcheese,cutinto
pieces
1/4cupmilk
2tablespoonsbaconbits
1/2cupshreddedColby-Monterey
Jackcheese
2tablespoonsMontrealsteak
seasoning
1/2teaspoonkoshersalt,orto
taste
Placethepotatoesintoalargepotandcoverwithsaltedwater.
Bringtoaboiloverhighheat,thenreduceheattomedium-low,
cover,andsimmeruntiltender,about20minutes.Drain.
Mashthepotatoeswithapotatomasher;mashinbutterandcream
cheese.Stirinmilk,baconbits,Colby-Jackcheese,andsteak
seasoning.Seasontotastewithsalt.
468
FlankSteakwithaPortWineMarinade
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cuplemonjuice
3/4cuporangejuice
1/4cuphoney
3/4cupoliveoil
1cupportwine
1(2inch)piecefreshginger,
grated
5clovesgarlic,sliced
21/2poundsflanksteak
Whisktogetherthelemonjuice,orangejuice,honey,oliveoil,port,
ginger,andgarlicinalargeglassorceramicbowl.Addtheflank
steak,andtosstoevenlycoat.Coverthebowlwithplasticwrap,
andmarinateintherefrigerator1hourtoovernight.
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat,andlightlyoilthe
grate.
Cookthesteaksuntiltheyarebrownedontheoutsideandredin
thecenter,about3minutesperside.Aninstant-readthermometer
insertedintothecentershouldread125degreesF(52degreesC).
Slicethesteakthinlyacrossthegrainbeforeserving.
469
SteakandBaconTournedos
Ingredients
Directions
11/2poundsflanksteak,
poundedto1/2inchthickness
unseasonedmeattenderizerto
taste
10slicesbacon,cooked,butstill
soft
1/2teaspoonfreshlygroundblack
peppertotaste
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
1/2teaspoonseasonedsalt
2tablespoonschoppedfresh
parsley
Preheatanoutdoorgrillformedium-highheat.
Scoreonesideoftheflanksteakwithdiagonalcuts.Seasonmeat
onbothsideswithtenderizer,pepper,garlicpowder,andsalt;lay
flat,scoredsidedown.Sprinklewithparsley,andlaybaconstrips
lengthwiseonsteak,thenrollupjellyrollstyle.Skewerwith8evenly
spacedwoodentoothpicks.Form8steaksbycuttinginbetween
toothpickswithaserratedknife.
Placesteaksonpreheatedgrill.Cookforabout15minutes,turning
once,ortodesireddoneness.
470
Basil-TomatoTunaSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonoliveorcanolaoil
4(4ounce)tunaorsalmonsteaks
1/2teaspoonsalt
1/8teaspoonpepper
1/3cuplooselypackedfreshbasil
leaves
1mediumtomato,chopped
1/4cupshreddedpart-skim
mozzarellacheese
Inalargenonstickskillet,heatoilovermediumheat.Addthetuna
steaks;cookfor3minutesoneachsideoruntilfishflakeseasily
withafork.Transfertoabroilerpan.Sprinklefishwithsaltand
pepper.Coverwithbasilleaves.Topwithtomatoandcheese.Broil
4-6in.fromtheheatfor2minutesoruntilthecheeseismelted.
471
ZippySwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1largeonion,chopped
2garliccloves,minced
4tablespoonsvegetableoil,
divided
1(28ounce)candicedtomatoes,
undrained
1(4ounce)canchoppedgreen
chilies
2teaspoonssalt,divided
3tablespoonsall-purposeflour
Dashpepper
2poundsbonelessroundsteak(1
1/2-inchthick)
Inasaucepan,sauteonionandgarlicin2tablespoonsofoil.Add
tomatoes,chiliesand1teaspoonsalt.Simmer,uncovered,for20
-25minutesoruntilslightlythickened.
Meanwhile,inashallowbowl,combineflour,pepperandremaining
salt.Cutsteakintoserving-sizepieces;dredgeinflourmixture.Ina
skillet,brownsteakonbothsidesinremainingoil.Transfertoan
ungreased13-in.x9-in.x2-in.bakingdish.Setasidehalfofthe
tomatomixture;pourremainingmixtureoversteak.Coverandbake
at325degreesFfor2hoursoruntilmeatistender.Heatreserved
tomatomixtureandservewithsteak.
472
EasyJapaneseSteakhouseSoup
Ingredients
Directions
3cupschickenstock
1cupwater
1tablespoonmincedfreshginger
root
1clovegarlic,minced
2tablespoonssoysauce
2skinless,bonelesschicken
breasthalves-cubed
1/4poundfreshsnowpeas,
trimmedandhalved
1carrot,chopped
3freshmushrooms,sliced
2greenonions,chopped
Bringthechickenstock,water,ginger,garlic,andsoysaucetoa
simmerinalargepotovermedium-highheat.Stirinthechicken,
andreturntoasimmer.Reduceheattomedium-low,andcontinue
simmeringuntilthechickenistenderandnolongerpinkonthe
inside,about15minutes.
Stirinthesnowpeasandcarrot,andsimmer5minutes.Addthe
mushrooms,andcontinuesimmeringuntilthevegetablesare
tender,about3minutes.Stirinthegreenonions,andserve.
473
PoorMan'sPepperSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1poundcubesteak
saltandpeppertotaste
all-purposeflourfordredging
2tablespoonsvegetableoil
1mediumonion,sliced
1clovegarlic,minced
1greenbellpepper,sliced
2cupswater
Preheatovento350degreesF(175degreesC).
Seasonthesteakwithsaltandpeppertotaste.Dredgeintheflour
andshakeofftheexcess.Heattheoilinafryingpanovermediumhighheat.Brownthesteaksintheoil,thentransfertoalarge,
shallowcasseroledish.Sprinklethegarlic,onion,andgreenpepper
overtop,pourinwater,andwrapwithaluminumfoil.
Bakeinpreheatedovenuntilsteakistenderandvegetablesare
soft,about11/2hours.
474
EasyandQuickSwissSteak
Ingredients
Directions
1tablespoonvegetableoil
2cupsall-purposeflour
saltandpeppertotaste
paprikatotaste
2poundsbeefcubesteaks
3greenbellpepper,slicedinto
rings
3redbellpepper,slicedintorings
4onions,slicedintorings
4(14.5ounce)canscrushed
tomatoes
Heattheoilinaskilletovermediumheat.Inabowl,mixtheflour,
saltandpepper,andpaprika.Dredgethesteaksintheflourmixture,
andplaceintheskillet.Brownsteaksonbothsides,andremove
fromheat.
Inaslowcooker,alternatelayersofsteak,greenbellpepper,red
bellpepper,onion,andtomatoes.
Cover,andcook6to8hoursonLow,untilsteaksareverytender.
475
SteakhouseBlackBread
Ingredients
Directions
11/3cupsstrongbrewedcoffee,
roomtemperature
1/4cupvegetableoil
1/4cupdarkmolasses
2tablespoonsbrownsugar
1cupwholewheatflour
1cupryeflour
2cupsbreadflour
2tablespoonsunsweetened
cocoapowder
11/2teaspoonssalt
21/2teaspoonsactivedryyeast
orbreadmachineyeast
Placeallingredientsinbreadmachinepaninordersuggestedby
manufacturer.SelectDoughcycle.Whenthemachineindicatesthe
endofthefinalrise,removethedough.
Preheattheovento375degreesF(190degreesC).Shapethe
doughinto12dinnerrolls,orone9x5inchloaf.Letriseuntil
doubledinsizewhiletheovenpreheats,theyshouldrisequickly.
Bakefor20minutesinthepreheatedovenforrolls,or35minutes
foraloaf,oruntiltheloafsoundshollowwhentappedonthe
bottom.
476
BraisedFlankSteakwithLemonandGarlic
Ingredients
Directions
1/2cupall-purposeflour
1/2teaspoongarlicpowder
saltandpeppertotaste
1(11/2-pound)beefflanksteak
1tablespooncookingoil
1(13.75ounce)canchickenbroth
2teaspoonslemonjuice
2clovesgarlic,minced
3wholecloves
Mixtheflourandgarlicpowdertogetherinashallowdish.Season
withsaltandpeppertotaste.Dipthesteakintheflourmixture
evenlycoatingbothsides.Setaside.Discardremainingflour
mixture.
Heatthecookingoilinaskilletovermedium-highheat.Placethe
steakintheskilletandcookuntilbrownedonbothsides,about5
minutesforeachside.Stirinthechickenbroth,lemonjuice,garlic,
andcloves.Bringthemixturetoaboilovermedium-highheat,then
reduceheattolow.Cover,andsimmeruntilsteakistender,about1
1/2hours.
Toserve,removesteakfromtheskillet,andsliceacrossthegrainin
thinstrips.Placeonservingplates,andladlesauceovermeat.
477
HerbedChuckSteaks
Ingredients
Directions
1/3cupredwinevinegar
1/3cupwater
1tablespoonoliveoil
1tablespoonchoppedfresh
thyme
1/2teaspoonwhitesugar
saltandpeppertotaste
2poundsbeefchucksteaks,well
trimmed
Inalargebowl,combinethevinegar,water,oil,thyme,sugarand
saltandpeppertotaste.Addthesteaks,mixingwell,andlet
marinateintherefrigeratorfor6to8hours.
Prepareanoutdoorgrillwithanoiledrackset6inchesfromthe
coals.Onagasgrill,setheattomedium.
Removesteaksfromthemarinadeandreservethemarinade.Grill
14to20minutesforrare,20minutesformedium,or26minutesfor
welldone,brushingwithreservedmarinade.Removefromgrilland
carveintothinslices.
478
TropicalSteakSandwich
Ingredients
Directions
2tablespoonsoliveoil
2tablespoonsricewinevinegar
2teaspoonsmincedgarlic
2teaspoonsmincedfreshginger
root
2(6ounce)filetmignonsteaks
2thinpineappleslices
3tablespoonsmayonnaise
2tablespoonslowfatplainyogurt
2tablespoonsfreshlysqueezed
orangejuice
1/2teaspoongroundcoriander
1/2teaspooncurrypowder
4thickslices(3/4inchthick)
sourdoughbread
1cupiceberglettuce,shredded
Whisktogetheroliveoil,vinegar,garlic,andginger.Tossthesteaks
andpineappleinthemarinade,andrefrigerateforonehour.
Meanwhile,whisktogethermayonnaise,yogurt,orangejuice,
coriander,andcurrypowderinaseparatebowl.
Preheatagrillformedium-highheat.Removethesteaksand
pineapplefromthemarinade,anddiscardmarinade.
Grillthefiletsandpineappleforabout5minutesperside,orto
desireddoneness.Spreadthemayonnaisemixtureonto2slicesof
sourdoughbread.Topwithsteaks,lettuceandremainingslicesof
bread.
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