Recipe: Jack Daniels Steaks

JACK DANIEL'S STEAKS

FOR THE SAUCE:
2 tablespoons minced shallot
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 1/2 teaspoons cracked black pepper, divided use
2 cups beef stock
1 cup chicken stock
FOR THE STEAKS:
1/2 teaspoon each thyme, rosemary and marjoram
1/4 cup olive oil
1 tablespoon Jack Daniel's (or other whiskey)

TO PREPARE THE SAUCE:
Boil shallots in vinegar and 1 1/2 teaspoons of cracked pepper in medium saucepan till liquid is nearly gone (one or two minutes).

Add both stocks; boil till reduced to about 1/2 cup (about 20 minutes).

TO PREPARE THE STEAKS:
Rub steaks with herbs and remaining 2 teaspoons cracked pepper. Pour oil over and turn to coat. Marinate at room temperature for about 1 hour.

Heat skillet over medium high heat and brown steaks on both sides. Reduce heat and cook to desired doneness. Transfer to platter.

Add sauce to skillet and bring to boil. Just before serving add the Jack Daniel's to sauce then pour sauce over the steaks.

Best served with baked potato and a salad.

Source: Bon Appetit magazine