Grilled Steaks for a Memorial Day Cookout

Are you having friends or family over for a Memorial Day get together? We are having a party and cooking up a bunch of steaks — no hotdogs and hamburgers here. I’m a big fan of large, juicy Ribeye and Porterhouse steaks. Though I’m no cook, I do like to grill.

Here’s a recipe, courtesy of The Beef Checkoff that you may really like. Check out their website at www.BeefItsWhatsforDinner.com.

Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff

Grilled Porterhouse Steaks with Garlic-Herb Peppercorn Crust

Total preparation and cooking time: 30 to 35 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 beef Porterhouse or T-bone steaks, cut 1 inch thick (about 1 pound each)
• 1 teaspoon coarsely ground mixed peppercorns (black, white, green and pink)
• Salt

Seasoning:

• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh thyme
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons coarsely ground mixed peppercorns (black, white, green and pink)

Directions

1. Combine seasoning ingredients in small bowl; press evenly onto beef steaks.

2. Place steaks on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill, uncovered, 14 to 16 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 15 to 19 minutes) for medium rare (145ºF) to medium (160ºF) doneness, turning occasionally.

3. Remove bones from steaks; carve into slices. Season with 1 teaspoon peppercorns and salt, as desired.

Makes 4 servings

Cook’s Tip: To easily grind whole peppercorns, use a pepper mill or coffee grinder (used only for seasonings). They can also be crushed in a food-safe plastic bag. Place the peppercorns in the bag, squeeze out the air and seal. Use the bottom of a custard cup, rolling pin or side of a heavy pan to crush the peppercorns.

Nutrition information per serving: 226 calories; 10 g fat (4 g saturated fat; 5 g monounsaturated fat); 61 mg cholesterol; 108 mg sodium; 2 g carbohydrate; 0.6 g fiber; 29 g protein; 5.0 mg niacin; 0.5 mg vitamin B6; 2.4 mcg vitamin B12; 4.4 mg iron; 11.2 mcg selenium; 5.5 mg zinc.

This recipe is an excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron and zinc, and a good source of selenium.