Dry Rubs
Combine these ingredients and sprinkle over a steak, then lightly rub into the meat. These recipes yield approximately two 12 oz. steaks or a double recipe for a three pound roast.
- Orleans Pepper
1/2 tsp ground red pepper, 1/2 tsp ground white pepper, 1/4 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp onion powder 1/4 tsp salt
- Lemon Kick
1 tsp lemon pepper, 3/4 tsp seasoned salt, 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- Herb Bouquet
1/4 tsp coarsely ground black pepper, 1/2 tsp dried mustard, 1/2 tsp dried rosemary, crushed 3/4 tsp dried oregano leaves, 3/4 tsp dried thyme
- Tex Mex
1 tsp. chile powder, 1/2 tsp cumin, 1/4 tsp onion salt, 1/4 tsp garlic salt, 1/8 tsp ground oregano
- Cucina Italia
3/4 tsp dried oregano 3/4 tsp dried basil 1/2 tsp. garlic powder 1/2 tsp salt
Marinades
These marinades will tenderize about two pounds of steak or a three to four pound roast. To marinate, combine the ingredients, place the beef in zipper-locking plastic bag and pour the marinade over the beef. Close the bag, removing the air as you seal it. Refrigerate and marinate for 15 minutes to two hours. Extend the marinating time to a minimum of six hours to tenderize.
- Mediterranean Melody
1/3 cup olive oil, 1/3 cup lemon juice, 2 cloves garlic, crushed, 1/4 tsp salt, 1/4 tsp pepper
- Deliciously Bold
1 cup beef broth, 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 Tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Sun-kissed Marinade
1 (12 oz) can frozen orange juice concentrate, thawed 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/2 cup light molasses or honey, 2 tsp ground ginger
- Parisian Pizzazz
1 /3 cup dry white wine, 1/2 cup Dijon-style mustard 2 Tbsp vegetable oil, 2 Tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp dried basil