The Deen Brothers’ Big Apple Steak

WINE PAIRING: BERINGER FOUNDERS’ ESTATE SAUVIGNON BLANC

Tip: Substitute any steak in place of the more expensive porter house… the flavor will remain the same.

Ingredients

• 1 Granny smith apple, peeled, cored and chopped
• 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) softened butter
• 1/4 cup apple butter
• 1 teaspoon chopped fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoon grated peeled fresh ginger
• 1 teaspoon cider vinegar
• 2 (1-inch-thick) porterhouse steaks
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 teaspoon pepper

Directions

Combine the chopped apple, softened butter, apple butter, thyme, ginger, and vinegar in a food processor. Pulse until smooth. Mound the apple mixture into a small bowl.  Spray a grill rack with nonstick spray and preheat the grill to medium-high. Sprinkle the steaks with the salt and pepper. Add the steaks to the grill and cook to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Transfer the steaks to a platter. Let rest 5 minutes before slicing. Serve with the apple butter mixture.

Serves 4 | Prep Time: 20 min | Cook Time: 8 min | Difficulty: Easy