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RIBEYES WITH HERB BUTTER

I grill these ribeyes for special occasions. The tantalizing fragrance of the herbes de Provence is unforgettable. The seasoning and herb butter go well with filet mignon, T-bone and steak strips, too.

—JOHN BARANSKI BALDWIN CITY, KS



PREP: 25 MIN. + MARINATING GRILL: 10 MIN. MAKES: 4 SERVINGS


1/4 cup olive oil

1/4 cup dry red wine

1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

2 garlic cloves, minced

4 beef ribeye steaks (3/4 pound each)

STEAK SEASONINGS

2 teaspoons kosher salt

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon herbes de Provence

1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper

HERB BUTTER

1/4 cup butter, softened

1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

1 teaspoon prepared horseradish

1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first eight ingredients. Add the steaks; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate overnight.

2.  Drain and discard marinade. Combine the steak seasonings; sprinkle over steaks.

3. Grill steaks, covered, over medium heat or broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°; well-done, 170°).

4. For herb butter, in a small bowl, beat the butter, parsley and horseradish until blended. Spoon 1 tablespoon herb butter over each steak.

NOTE Look for herbes de Provence in the spice aisle.