Wednesday, July 24, 2024

Flat Iron Steak in Cast Iron *****

Cooked in tallow in the cast iron frying plan, then basted with butter.  Nick chopped it up in the mini food processor and it was excellent!

 




  • 1 1.25 pound Flat Iron Steak 
  • Real Salt to taste
  • Garlic Powder to taste 
  • Tallow for cooking
  • Butter for basting

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Pat the steak dry with a clean paper towel (be sure to get both sides).

Season the Steak:

  • Sprinkle the steak with Real Salt. Flip the steak over and repeat on the other side.

Bring to Room Temperature :

  • Let the steak sit at room temperature to 30 - 60 minutes or until the steak is no longer cold. *Do not leave out for more than 2 hours*

To Cook the Flat Iron Steak:

  • Pre-heat the cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and brush lightly with tallow. *Don't add the steak until the pan is 100 percent hot and ready*
  • Add the steak to the skillet and let it be. Don’t move, push or press down on the steak. Cook the steak for 3 minutes. Flip the steak over and cook the other side another 3 - 6 minutes, basting with butter. (You should have a nice char on the first side).
  • After cooking the 2nd side, check the steak with a meat thermometer (see notes for temps) or gently press the steak with your finger to check for doneness. If the steak needs to cook longer, continue to cook the steak for 1 minute per side until desired temperature is reached.

To Rest the Steak:

  • When the steak is done to your liking, let it rest on a wood cutting board, or a cooking rack for 10 minutes before slicing.

To Slice the Steak:

  • Slice the steak, in thin strips ¼" thick, against the grain of the meat.

NOTES

(Cooking times are approximate and only a guideline for a 1 pound flat iron steak, around 1 inch thick, on medium-high heat.  Please adjust cooking times accordingly.)
Rare: 120-125 degrees F (3 mins per side) 
Medium-Rare: 135 degrees F (3-4 minutes per side)
Medium: 140 degrees F (4-5 minutes per side)
Medium-Well: 150 degrees F (5-6 minutes per side)
Well-Done: 160-175 degrees F. (6-7 minutes per side)
**The steak's thermal temperature will continue to rise (carryover cooking) after it's removed from the heat source. The internal temperature will continue to rise about 5 degrees while it's resting. Remove the steak from the heat source just under where you want your steak to be.

https://thevirtualcaterer.com/the-perfect-flat-iron-steak-in-cast-iron/

Friday, July 19, 2024

Not Mayo 2.0

 


8 oz cream cheese
8 oz sour cream 1/4 tsp Salt Place all ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend on low for about 2 minutes or until smooth.

Store in the refrigerator for about 2 weeks.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=woL2detxr8M

Saturday, July 6, 2024

Bacon Beef & Egg Frittata

 



1/2 lb bacon

1 lb ground beef 

6 (12 oz) eggs

Redmond's Real Salt


Cut the bacon into 1/2" pieces.  Fry in a 12" nonstick skillet until almost done. When almost fully cooked, push bacon to the side of the pan, and add the ground beef.

Break up the ground beef while it cooks in the bacon fat.  When it's almost done, mix in the bacon pieces.

Break eggs into a glass 2-cup measuring cup.  Add salt to taste.  Whisk well.

Add eggs to the skillet.  Reduce heat to low, cover the pan with a splatter screen, and cook for 10-15 minutes, checking frequently, until the eggs are cooked through.

Season and enjoy.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQHqEX6ZYZg