The holiday season is synonymous with roasts, and nothing elevates a festive meal like a perfectly prepared roast at the center of the table, surrounded by family and friends. With a variety of recipes and cuts to suit any budget, beef should be the star of every holiday feast!
While roasts are a holiday favorite, many people aren’t sure how to prepare them properly. As the festivities begin, we need your insights on making holiday dinners special with beef. Below are some ideas to inspire you:
- Share your family’s traditions centered around a beef dish during the holidays.
- Discuss how you keep cattle comfortable as the seasons change.
- Highlight beef’s versatility by showcasing quick weeknight meals and creative uses for leftovers throughout the holiday season.
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Ingredients:
- 1 beef Strip Steak, Boneless
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1-1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 12 slices French bread, cut 1 inch thick
- 12 arugula leaves
Horseradish Whip
- 2 teaspoon horseradish
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoon chives
Cooking:
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Season steak evenly on both sides with salt and pepper. Add olive oil and place steak in skillet; cook strip steak 12 to 15 minutes for medium rare (145°F) to medium (160°F) doneness, turning occasionally. Remove steak and set aside to rest.
- Place sliced bread in single layer on baking sheet. Bake in 350°F oven for about 10 minutes or until lightly toasted but not brown. Set aside.
Horseradish Whip
- Combine horseradish and heavy cream in a medium size mixing bowl. Mix over medium speed for about 5 minutes or until you form whip cream. Once formed remove bowl from mixer and fold in fresh chives and parmesan cheese.
Assembly
- Spread 2 teaspoon horseradish whip onto each bread piece. Slice steak in 12 equal size pieces; top with steak and fresh arugula.
Safe Handling Tips:
- Wash hands with soap and water before cooking and always after touching raw meat.
- Separate raw meat from other foods.
- Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and dishes after touching raw meat.
- Do not reuse marinades used on raw foods.
- Wash all produce prior to use.
- Cook steaks and roasts until temperature reaches 145°F for medium rare, as measured by a meat thermometer, allowing to rest for three minutes.
- Cook Ground Beef to 160°F as measured by a meat thermometer.
- Refrigerate leftovers promptly.
For more information on degree of doneness and other cooking tips visit: https://www.beefitswhatsfordinner.com/cooking/determining-doneness
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