T-Bones with Steak Butter
May 2009
Nothing says "steakhouse" like a T-bone. Combines two contrasting cuts in one sitting—part of the delicate tenderloin and robust, juicy strip. The bone adds flavor and seals in juices.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Grill: 15 mins
- 2 tablespoons drained jarred green peppercorns in brine
- 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons steak sauce
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh chives
- 1 teaspoon grated lemon peel
- Salt and pepper
- 3 1-inch-thick T-bone steaks (about 16 ounces each)
- 1 1/2tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Using a food processor, crush the green peppercorns. In a medium bowl, whisk together the butter and steak sauce. Stir in the peppercorns, chives and lemon peel; season with salt and pepper. Transfer the butter mixture to a piece of parchment paper and shape into a log. Refrigerate until firm, about 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill to medium. Brush the steaks with the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Add to the grill, cover and cook for 6 minutes on each side for medium-rare. Top with the prepared butter.
Tip
- Take the steak off the grill just before it reaches ideal doneness -- it will continue cooking off the heat.