Grilled Plantains

Grilled Plantains work as a great side dish at any bar-b-que. Bias-cut your peeled yellow plantains into 1/2 inch slices. Lightly brush with peanut or cooking oil. Grill directly over medium heat for about 8 minutes or until the center of the plantain is soft. Turn once halfway through grilling....

STEAKNIGHT Magazines Official Weekend Menu

To start, a snack, Mango Salsa with some store bought lime tortilla chips. Mango Salsa Ingredients: 2 Mangoes, Diced 1 1/2 Cup Canned Black Beans Drained & Rinsed 1/4 cup Red Sweet Pepper Diced 2 Green Onion Chopped 1/2 Jalapeno Chili Pepper, Seeded & Minced 2 Tablespoons Cilantro Minced 1...

Cuban Flank Steak with Garlic-Citrus Marinade & Orange-Onion Salsa

Cuban cooks often add dynamic flavor to meat with a combination of garlic and citrus juice. Here, that combination is further highlighted by a quickly made salsa combining zesty and pungent flavors. Serves 4 people Indgredients: 4 flank steaks (5-6 ounces each) 4 garlic cloves, peeled 1/2 cup of...

Spicy Chimichurri Burgers With Grilled Plantains

Here is a great twist on the basic hamburger. A bit spicy and a bit sweet.  Yeilds 6 Burgers Ingredients: 2 Pounds Lean Ground Chuck 1/4 Teaspoon of Salt 1/4 Teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper 1/4 Cup Chimichurri 6 Ciabatta Hamburger Buns (any hearty bun will do) 1 Small Red Onion Sliced Thin 1 Tomato...

Flat Iron Steak With Avocado Butter

Originally part of the top blade roast, the flat iron was born as a result of the tough connective tissue that ran through the middle of the cut of meat. Once this is removed, the two pieces are treated separately, one becoming the flat iron steak, the other called the top blade steak. The flat...

Grilled Romaine Salad

Who says you can't grill your salad? Try this delicious simple dish. It is easy, light and loaded with flavor. Ingredients 2 Large Heads Of Romaine Lettuce 2 Lemons Juiced 1 Tablespoon Dijon Mustard 1/8 Cup Pecorino Romano or Graded Parmesan Cheese 1/4 Cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil and some extra for...

Basil Pesto Ribeye Steak

The garlic and basil combination packs some intense flavor. We thought why not try to infuse that into a delicious steak. Pesto has a lot of great uses but used as a maranade is our favorite. First let's make that simple pesto. Basil Pesto Makes 1 Cup INGREDIENTS: 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves...

Steaknight Magazine Panzanella Salad

A little freshness for everyone. How about a some Italian Bread salad (Panzanella) for the side of tonights juicy steak? Ingredients:1 loaf Italian bread about 8 to 10 cups3 large tomatoes2 cloves garlic chopped1/2 medium red onion1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil1/4 cup red wine vinegar1/2 teaspoon...

Argentinian Skirt Steak

During a weekly STEAKNIGHT a new marinade had emerged. A good friend Doc had shared this one with us and it became an instant favorite among the group. It was one of the most distinct flavors we have ever tasted. If we didn't share this with you it would just be wrong. This steaks flavor comes...

Smashed Potatoes

  Although the number one side of STEAKNIGHT is the sweet potato, here is a delicious alternative. Oh, and may I remind you... Steak and _________. 4 servings   Ingredients: 8 small red potatoes (about 2 inches long; 1 ¾ lbs) ½ cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano ½ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil  Black...

Staple Marinade

This marinade is "THE" marinade. It is the one that everyone asks, "What is in that?" STEAKNIGHT has used this as it's staple on a lot of steak over the years. It can be used on just about any cut of meat. To get the steaks just perfect there are two parts to this marinade, a dry rub,  and a wet...

Grilled Watermelon Goat Cheese Stack

Grilled Watermelon Goat Cheese Stack Yes, we grill watermelon too. We know #itsnotasteak but this #deliciousness is a great starter for any #steaknight. Ingredients: (serves 3) • 6 - 1 to 2 inch thick square slices, seedless watermelon (rind removed, be sure squares are all...

Beef Tenderloin With Port & Roasted Shallots

Ok, here is a tasty recipe idea for the holidays or a dinner party. Easily double the ingredients for a larger group. Prep time is a little involved, but doesn't require a degree in rocket engineering. Next time you are looking to prepare an impressive meal for the in laws this is the one. We hope...

Honey Peach Sauce

This sweet and tangy sauce is a perfect summer addition to your grilled flank steak. Add this sauce during the last 15 minutes of grilling in place of a barbecue sauce. Ingredients: 4 Medium Peaches 2 Tablespoons Lemon Juice 2 Tablespoons Honey 1/2 Teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper 2 Teaspoons Fresh...

Troegs Mad Elf Grilled Steak

I was looking through my beer cellar today, not sure what I was really looking for.  Being a warm June day in Jersey I was kind of surprised when I picked out the Troegs Mad Elf Holiday ale;  this is an 11% ABV beer brewed with cherries and honey.  As I was reading the label, I thought that the...