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  1. CALYPSO STEAK W/ GRILLED PINEAPPLE RECIPE

    June 23, 2011 by Daniel


    A taste from the islands.

     

    CALYPSO STEAK w/ GRILLED PINEAPPLE RECIPE

    Serves: 4 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: Less than an Hour

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    For the Steak:

    •1 1/2 pounds beef top sirloin steak or top round steak, cut 1-inch thick
    •1/2 medium onion, cut in chunks
    •1/2 medium onion, cut in chunks
    •1/4 cup soy sauce
    •1/4 cup honey
    •1/4 cup lime juice
    •10-20 thin slices peeled fresh ginger
    •1-2 fresh jalapeno peppers, stems and seeds removed, cut in half
    •3 cloves garlic, peeled
    •1 teaspoon whole brown mustard seeds (optional)
    •1/2 teaspoon allspice
    •1/2 teaspoon paprika
    •1/2 teaspoon thyme

    For the Grilled Pineapple:

    •sliced pineapple (fresh or canned)
    •2 tablespoons butter
    •2 tablespoons brown sugar
    •1 tablespoon lime juice

    PROCEDURE:

    For the Steak

    •Blend all ingredients, except steak in a blender or food processor fitted with a steel blade until pureed.
    •Place steak in a sealable plastic bag and pour marinade over steak.
    •Seal well and refrigerate 20 minutes to 6 hours, turning bag occasionally.
    •Remove meat from bag. Reserve marinade.
    •Grill steak over medium heat or medium coals for 16-20 minutes, turning once.
    •Remove steak to carving board.
    •Let stand 10 minutes.
    •Meanwhile, bring reserved marinade to a rolling boil in a small saucepan over medium-high heat.
    •Reduce heat and simmer 2-3 minutes.
    •Carve steak diagonally into thin slices.
    •Arrange on a platter and serve with heated sauce and grilled pineapple.

    For the Grilled Pineapple:

    •Melt butter in small saucepan.
    •Stir in brown sugar and lime juice.
    •Mix until sugar is melted.
    •Generously brush over sliced pineapple.
    •Grill until golden brown.
    •Garnish with lime wedges, cilantro sprigs and jalapenos if desired.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     This marinade is excellent for basting grilled beef back ribs, marinating beef brisket, or for braising beef short ribs.



  2. GOURMET STEAK SANDWICH RECIPE

    June 16, 2011 by Daniel


    A great treat for dad on Father’s Day, if he will let you use HIS grill.

     

    GOURMET STEAK SANDWICH RECIPE

    Serves: 4 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 15 Minutes Ready In: 40 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1 1/4 lbs top sirloin steaks
    •2 tablespoons olive oil
    •2 tablespoons butter
    •3 garlic cloves, finely chopped
    •4 (6 inch) French rolls (or 6 inch pieces of Italian or French bread)
    •2 medium red bell peppers
    •1 medium onion
    •3/4 teaspoon salt
    •1/4 teaspoon black pepper

    PROCEDURE:

    •On an outdoor grill, (or in the broiler), grill steak to desired degree of doneness. Set aside, keep warm.
    •In a large skillet, heat oil and butter over low heat; sauté the garlic until tender.
    •Split rolls: brush lightly with some of the garlic butter.
    •Toast on the grill or under broiler until golden.
    •Quarter, seed, and thickly slice peppers.
    •Coarsely chop onion.
    •In the garlic butter remaining in skillet, sauté the peppers and onion until just tender.
    •Add 1/2 teaspoons salt and the pepper.
    •Thinly slice the steak.
    •Sprinkle with the remaining salt.
    •Arrange on bottoms of rolls.
    •Top with pepper mixture and tops of rolls.

    Enjoy your day dads,
    Chef Phil

     Home made potato or macaroni salad completes this dish for dear ole dad.



  3. STUFFED FLANK STEAK RECIPE

    June 6, 2011 by Daniel


    This is a delicious flank steak. The stuffing makes it much more filling, but there’s never any left over!

     

    STUFFED FLANK STEAK RECIPE

    Serves: 4 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 10 Minutes Ready In: 1 Hour 10 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •2 cups dry stuffing mix
    •1 cup boiling water
    •2 tablespoons butter or margarine
    •1 1/2 pounds flank steak, pounded thin for easy rolling
    •2 green onions, chopped
    •1 red bell pepper, chopped
    •1 (10.5 ounce) can mushroom gravy
    •1/4 cup red wine
    •1 clove garlic, minced
    •2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
    •In a medium bowl, combine the stuffing mix, water and butter or margarine.
    •Mix well and let stand for 5 minutes.
    •Spoon the stuffing onto the steak, leaving a 1 inch border.
    •Add the green onions and the red bell pepper.
    •Roll from the long edge of the steak and secure with wooden toothpicks.
    •Place steak seam side down in a 9×13 inch baking dish.
    •In a separate small bowl, combine the gravy, wine OR apple juice, garlic and cheese.
    •Mix well and pour over the steak.
    •Bake at 350 degrees F. for 1 hour, remove from oven and let stand before slicing.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     Just goes to show you that you do not need tomato based sauces to go Italian. Goes well with the roasted Tuscan potato recipe that follows.



  4. TUSCAN-STYLE SIRLOIN STEAK RECIPE

    May 20, 2011 by Daniel


    Signature ingredients of Italian cooking—tomatoes, olives, olive oil—meld together in an intensely flavored, simply delicious topping for grilled steak

     

    TUSCAN-STYLE SIRLOIN STEAK RECIPE

    Serves: 4 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ready In: Less than 30 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1 1/2 lb. beef sirloin steak (1 inch thick)
    •3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
    •1/4 teaspoon pepper
    •1 cup grape tomatoes, halved
    •1/4 cup pitted Niçoise or Kalamata olives
    •1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
    •1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
    •1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano

    PROCEDURE:

    •Heat grill.
    •Sprinkle steak with 1/2 teaspoon of the salt and pepper.
    •Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or coals 8 to 10 minutes for medium-rare, turning once.
    •Remove steak; cover loosely with foil. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.
    •Meanwhile, lightly crush tomatoes with hands into medium bowl.
    •Stir in olives, oil, vinegar, oregano and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
    •Serve over steak.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     The topping is a great addition to other meats like chicken or just served over a pasta.



  5. FLAT IRON STEAK W/ PEPPER RUB RECIPE

    May 19, 2011 by Daniel


    A simple blend of spices combines to make a wonderful rub for steak. Can be used on any steak but it’s best on flat iron or flank steak.

     

    FLAT IRON STEAK w/ 3 PEPPER RUB RECIPE

    Serves: 6 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 5 Minutes Ready In: 15 Minutes *After marinating time

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •1 tablespoon smoked paprika
    •2 teaspoons salt
    •1 teaspoon brown sugar
    •2 teaspoons chili powder
    •1 teaspoon chipotle chile powder
    •1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
    •1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    •1/2 teaspoon onion powder
    •1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
    •2 pounds flat iron steaks

    PROCEDURE:

    •Stir together the paprika, salt, sugar, chili powder, chipotle powder, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin in a small bowl until blended.
    •Rub the seasoning mix all over the flat iron steaks, then wrap them tightly with plastic wrap.
    •Marinate in the refrigerator 2 to 8 hours (the longer the better).
    •Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil grate.
    •Cook the steaks on the preheated grill until cooked to your desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium. Allow the steaks to rest for 5 minutes in a warm location before slicing.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     This 3 pepper rub is also very good on pork.



  6. POBLANO & SKIRT STEAK FAJITAS RECIPE

    February 22, 2011 by Daniel


    A nice Southwestern flavor entry into our heart healthy category.

     

    POBLANO & SKIRT STEAK FAJITAS RECIPE

    Serves: 6 (2/person) Difficulty Level: 2 (of 5) Prep Time: 1 Hour Ready In: 1 Hour

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •2 ripe avocados, pitted
    •1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
    •3 tablespoons lime juice, divided, plus lime wedges for garnish
    •1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
    •1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper, divided
    •2 bunches scallions, trimmed
    •3 poblano peppers
    •3 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
    •1 teaspoon ground ancho chile
    •1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
    •1-1 1/4 pounds skirt steak, trimmed
    •Hot sauce, for serving
    •12 6-inch corn tortillas, warmed

    PROCEDURE:

    •Preheat grill to high.
    •Mash avocados in a medium bowl with a fork.
    •Stir in cilantro, 2 tablespoons lime juice, 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
    •Brush scallions and poblanos with 2 teaspoons oil.
    •Combine ancho chile, cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.
    •Rub both sides of steak with the remaining 1 teaspoon oil and the spice mixture.
    •Oil the grill rack .
    •Grill the poblanos, turning often, until softened and charred, 8 to 12 minutes.
    •Transfer to a medium bowl and cover with a plate or plastic wrap to trap the heat.
    •Grill the scallions, turning frequently, until softened and lightly charred, 2 to 4 minutes.
    •Grill the steak 2 to 3 minutes per side for medium-rare.
    •Transfer the steak to a cutting board, tent with foil and let rest.
    •Meanwhile, slice the scallions into 1-inch pieces and transfer to a serving dish.
    •Peel as much skin as possible from the peppers, discard the stems and seeds, and slice into 1/2-inch-wide strips.
    •Transfer to the serving dish.
    •Add the remaining 1 tablespoon lime juice and 1/4 teaspoon salt to the vegetables and toss to combine.
    •Slice the steak very thinly, then chop into small pieces.
    •Serve the steak and vegetables with the guacamole, lime wedges, hot sauce and tortillas.

    Nutrition:

    •Per serving: 395 calories; 20 g fat (5 g sat, 12 g mono); 39 mg cholesterol; 33 g carbohydrates; 23 g protein; 9 g fiber; 366 mg sodium; 818 mg potassium.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil



  7. SOUTHERN-STYLE CHICKEN FRIED STEAK RECIPE

    February 11, 2011 by Daniel


    One of the most comfortable of the comfort foods of the South.

     

    SOUTHERN-STYLE CHICKEN FRIED STEAK RECIPE

    Serves: 6 Difficulty Level: 1 (of 5) Prep Time: 10 Minutes Ready In: 30 Minutes

     

    INGREDIENTS:

    •2 cups all-purpose flour
    •salt-free herb seasoning to taste
    •salt and ground black pepper to taste
    •2 eggs, beaten
    •2 pounds cubed steak cutlets
    •1/4 cup oil for frying

    PROCEDURE:

    •In a shallow bowl, combine flour, herb seasoning, salt and pepper.
    •In another bowl, place the beaten eggs. Coat each cutlet with the flour mixture, then dip into egg, then back into the flour mixture.
    •Heat oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Place cutlets into hot oil, and cook until browned, about 10 minutes on each side.

    Enjoy
    Chef Phil

     A little white gravy, mashed potatoes and some biscuits and you’ve got a classic Southern meal.