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Strip Steaks With Basil Butter

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Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup (1/2 stick) butter, at room temperature
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
• 1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
• Salt
• Ground black pepper
• 4 Boneless Strip Steaks (10 ounces each)

Mix butter, basil, lemon juice and garlic. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Shape into 3-inch round. Wrap tightly in plastic wrap; refrigerate until ready to use.

Grill steaks 4 to 6 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 140°F to 150°F for medium doneness.

Cut seasoned butter round into 4 wedges. Serve one wedge on each grilled steak

Makes 4 servings.

Special Extra: Prepare butter mixture as directed. Press evenly into 4 cavities of the Star Candy Mold. Refrigerate until firm. Serve one on each grilled steak.