1 Tbsp oil 4 large or 8 small short ribs salt and pepper 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 dried pasilla chili, stemmed, seeded and minced 1 cup dry red wine 1 cup strong coffee In a heavy pot that can later be covered, drizzle oil. Over medium heat, brown ribs well, […]
Category: Beef
The Steak 4 tsp soy sauce 2 tsp finely minced garlic 1 tsp lemon juice 1 1/2 pounds skirt steak olive oil freshly ground black pepper The Potatoes 4 large Gold Yukon potatoes, about 2 pounds 4 medium cloves garlic, finely minced 5 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil + more for pan 2 to 2-1/2 Tbsp […]
French Dip
1 round sourdough French bread 1 cup sour cream 1 pkg. vegetable soup mix 2 Tbsp chopped green onion 1 cup mayonnaise 1 pkg. frozen chopped spinach (10 oz.) Mix sour cream, soup mix, green onion, mayonnaise & thawed spinach. Let stand overnight. Serve in hollowed out sourdough round.
Wiener Schnitzel
4 large boneless veal chops 1 cup bread crumbs 3 Tbsp fresh Parmesan cheese, grated 3 tsp toasted wheat germ 1/2 tsp salt 1/4 tsp white pepper 1/4 tsp onion powder 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/4 tsp powdered thyme 1/4 tsp paprika 2 eggs, beaten 2 Tbsp lemon juice 3 Tbsp butter lemon wedges parsley […]
Porcupine Meatballs
1 1/2 pounds ground beef or a combination of 3/4 pound ground beef and 3/4 pound ground pork 1/2 cup uncooked, long grain white rice 1/2 cup finely chopped onion 1 large clove garlic, minced 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley 2 Tbsp coarsely chopped capers (optional) 1/2 tsp salt or to taste 3 cups […]
Swiss Steak
2 pounds boneless round steak, 1 1/2 to 2-inches thick 1/4 cup all purpose flour 1/2 tsp salt 1/2 tsp dried basil 1/4 tsp pepper 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/8 tsp ground allspice 2 Tbsp cooking oil 8 small boiling onions 1 green pepper, seeded, cut into 8 chunks 2 large red potatoes, pared, quartered […]
Neva’s Quick Peppercorn Steak
2 to 3 Tbsp black peppercorns 4 rib-eye steaks, 1-inch thick 4 Tbsp butter salt to taste 1/4 cup bourbon 1 cup cream 1/4 pound mushrooms, quartered Crush the peppercorns and press evenly into both sides of the steaks. Cover and refrigerate for several hours. Heat butter in a heavy skillet; add steaks and fry […]
Sweet N’ Spicy BBQ Steaks – 25 Minutes
2 boneless beef top loin or rib eye steaks, cut 1-inch thick Sweet n’ Spicy sauce 1/2 cup prepared salsa 1/4 cup ketchup 2 Tbsp packed brown sugar 1 Tbsp Dijon-style mustard In small bowl, combine sauce ingredients; mix well. Reserve 1/2 cup to serve as sauce. Place beef steaks on grid over ash-covered medium […]
Fillet of Beef with Feta Medallions
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese 2 Tbsp softened butter 1 Tbsp fresh marjoram 1 Tbsp fresh thyme leaves 1/2 tsp Dijon-style mustard 1/2 tsp fresh lemon juice freshly ground lemon pepper 4 beef tenderloin steaks, cut 1 1/2 to 2-inches thick 1 Tbsp olive oil salt to taste Mix feta cheese, butter, herbs, mustard, lemon […]
Herbed Flank Steak
1-1/2 pound flank steak 1/4 cup finely chopped shallots 1 clove garlic, minced 3 Tbsp olive oil 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar 2 tsp chopped fresh basil or 3/4 tsp dried basil 1/4 tsp salt 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper 1/2 tsp dried oregano Trim excess fat from flank steak; score steak on both sides. […]
Grilled Flank Steak
2 pounds flank steak 2 cups soy sauce 1/2 cup honey 1 tsp garlic, minced 1/2 cup sesame oil 1/2 cup red wine Combine all ingredients and marinate steak overnight. Grill to desired doneness. Slice and serve on Italian flat bread with stuffed baby eggplant and French fries. Serves 4 to 6.
Steak in Pepper Cream
1/4 tsp salt 2 (12-ounce) New York strip steaks, trimmed 1 1/2 Tbsp green peppercorns in liquid, drained* 2 Tbsp steak sauce 2 Tbsp water 1 cup whipping cream 1/4 tsp black pepper Place a 10-inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat until hot; sprinkle salt in skillet. Place steaks over salt; cook 1 to 2 […]
Standing Rib Roast with Herbed Crust
The standing rib is a wonderfully tender roast, whether cooked rare, medium or well-done. Fresh herbs and garlic are rubbed into and onto the meat, making a crisp, fragrant crust. 1 standing rib roast (3 or 4 ribs), about 7 or 8 pounds 1/2 cup chopped fresh thyme leaves (reserve stems) 4 garlic cloves, peeled, […]
Roast Prime Rib
3- or 4- rib roast, about 6 to 8 pounds 4 cloves garlic, cut into slivers 1 cup Dijon mustard 1/4 cup soy sauce 3 Tbsp fresh ground black pepper 1 Tbsp instant coffee, optional 2 tsp chopped fresh thyme or rosemary, optional olive oil Sauce: 1 1/2 cups beef stock 3 Tbsp Dijon mustard […]
Horseradish Cream
1/4 cup freshly grated horseradish or bottled horseradish, well drained 1 cup creme fraiche, sour cream or whipped heavy cream salt and pepper to taste white vinegar to taste (optional) Mix together horseradish and creme fraiche. Season with salt and pepper and add a dash of white vinegar if you like it a bit tart.
Short Ribs with Coffee and Chilies
1 Tbsp oil 4 large or 8 small short ribs salt and pepper 1 large onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1 dried pasilla chili, stemmed, seeded and minced 1 cup dry red wine 1 cup strong coffee In a heavy pot that can later be covered, drizzle oil. Over medium-heat, brown ribs well, adjusting […]
Standing Rib Roast
1 3-, 4-, or 5-bone standing rib roast (6-12 pounds), external cap of fat and meat removed and fat trimmed to about 1/2-inch kosher salt and freshly ground pepper Let the roast stand at room temperature for approximately 2 hours. Preheat the oven to 450 degrees and adjust the rack to the lower third of […]
Grilled Skirt Steak with Greek Salad
1 1-pound skirt steak 1/2 cup + 2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil 8 garlic cloves, finely minced 2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh oregano 1 tsp red pepper flakes kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper 2 heads Romaine lettuce, washed, dried and leaves sliced in thirds crosswise 1 cup thinly sliced roasted red peppers (from […]
‘Barbecued’ Brisket
2 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil or vegetable oil, more as needed 1 whole beef brisket, about 5 pounds salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 or 2 large onions, chopped 2 cups ketchup 1/2 cup dry red wine or water 1/4 cup wine or rice vinegar 1 Tbsp Worcestershire or soy sauce 1 Tbsp chili […]
New York Steak with Mushroom Sauce
4 New York steaks, 8 ounces each salt and pepper to taste 2 Tbsp olive oil 1 tsp chopped shallots 2 Tbsp unsalted butter 3 cups assorted sliced mushrooms 1 Tbsp red wine 2 Tbsp Ruby Port Season the steaks with salt and pepper and grill or fry until done to your liking. While the […]