You're a very good writer. This was a fascinating read.
Italian Steak with Pasta Sauce
(Costata Alla Pizzaiola)1) Trim any visible fat from steak.
- 2 lb T bone, delmonico or shell steak
- 1 tb olive oil
- 2 med. garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tb butter
- 3/4 c tomatoes, peeled, chopped
- 1/4 ts oregano
- 2 tb parsley, chopped
- 1 salt/pepper
2) Gently saute' garlic, butter, tomatoes, and oregano over medium heat fir 10 minutes. Remove from pan but keep warm.
3) Add olive oil and steak to pan. brown steak over high heat for 3 minutes on each side. Return tomato mixture to pan with steak. Cook over low heat for 5-10 minutes until steak is cooked to your liking.
4) Sprinkle with parsley, salt, and pepper.
I got lost ducking under the chandeliers and the drying pasta...