CODE OF THE WEST PEPPER STEAK WITH COGNAC CREAM ENJOY DANl

CODE OF THE WEST PEPPER STEAK WITH COGNAC CREAM by CHEF DAN:

(JOHN WAYNE AND MAUREEN O’HARA IN JOHN FORD RIO GRANDE)

Makes 6-8 servings

INGREDIENTS:

Cracked pepper, (black, red, or green)

1-   2-1/2-pound filet mignon

2-   4 to 5 tablespoons cognac

3-   1/3-cup heavy cream

DIRECTIONS:

1.   Press cracked pepper (as much as desired) on both sides of steak.

2.   Let sit for 1 hour.

3.   Pan fry almost to desired doneness.

4.   Pour cognac over steaks and stir in cream.

5.   Heat until warmed through.

6.   Place steaks on a plate and cover with sauce.

7.   Serve with pan-fried potatoes, steamed cauliflower, and salad.

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