Steak Enthusiast

Do you love cookouts in the backyard?

Me too!

And there are some essentials that absolutely MUST be included in my cookouts no matter who is coming.

1. Everybody loves a burger and if there are kids around these are non-negotiable. You grill ‘em and they WILL be eaten.
2. Top Sirloin Steaks. Why? Because they cook up so well on the grill. These are a crowd pleaser and the flavor is really enhanced when they’re grilled.
3. Kansas City Strip Steaks. To me, this is a finer cut and it’s really packed with flavor. They’re really juicy when grilled to, say, a medium rare. So delicious!

Steaks are a must-have in my house. And when grilling steak, you’ve gotta think about the best cut of steak for the grill (and your taste buds). Hey, we’ve all got our preferences, right?

All of these essentials are included in this Backyard Favorite combo. And the price is discounted when they’re purchased all together. Bonus!

So invite the neighbors, friends, family, church groups, busloads of tourists, and cook up some backyard favorites this weekend.

You’ll be glad you did!

Lots of people think grilling a steak simply means placing steaks on a grill, flipping them once and voila!

Nothing could be further from the truth.

Steak grilling requires preparation, forethought and attention. But if you want a steak to write home about you’ve got to follow some grilling steak tips.

Check out these Top 10 Grilling Tips from our resident Chef (and grilling expert) whose focus is steak.

Among these crucial tips is selecting the right cut of meat. Did you know some cuts lend themselves better to grilling than others?

I didn’t. But now that I’ve checked out the chart with pros and cons for each cut I get it. It makes a difference!

For instance, ribeyes are great for grilling. Some cuts do not fare as well on the grill.

What are some other grilling tips?

• Season early!
• Use charcoal!
• Take them off the grill early and let them sit.
• Don’t touch it!

Want to see why these are critical to great grilling and get other chef tips? Check out the article and follow this advice.

Grill the chef’s way and you’ll see the difference!

If you know how to season a steak, it makes all the difference in the world.

First, choose a steak of great quality, then comes the seasoning.

Steaks always taste better, in my opinion, when they are rubbed with a little love.

And of all the great steak recipes out there, a good rub is absolutely key.

This “Dr. BBQ’s Simple Steak Rub” below is just that – simple.

It brings out and enhances the natural flavor of your steak. It’s like creating Steak 2.0!

Ray Lampe (a.k.a. “Dr. BBQ”), who created this recipe, was inducted into the BBQ Hall of Fame in 2014. He has appeared on the Food Network, Travel Channel and Fox Sports Network cooking BBQ competitively.

In short, he knows his stuff.

Wanna take your steaks to the next level? Dr. BBQ’s Simple Steak Rub is the way to go.

Try this recipe and see for yourself!

Ingredients
1 tbsp kosher salt
1 tbsp coarse black pepper
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp granulated garlic
1 tsp granulated onion
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp sugar

Directions: Defrost the steaks overnight in the refrigerator. Take the steaks out of the refrigerator 30 minutes before you plan to cook. Prepare the grill to cook hot and direct. In a small bowl combine the salt, pepper, chili powder, granulated garlic and onion, coriander, and sugar. Mix well. Season the steaks liberally with the rub on both sides. You may not use the whole batch of rub. Put it in an airtight container and store it in a cool dry place until next time. Place the steaks on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes until well browned. Flip the steaks and cook another 3-5 minutes until the steaks reach an internal temp of 125f for medium rare. Transfer to a platter and rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Makes four man size servings