Delmonico's Dry-Aged Sirloin Steaks with Homemade Worcestershire Sauce, Scalloped Potatoes and Creamed Spinach

  1. Preheat a grill to high heat.
  2. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon olive oil over each steak and then season on both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill until medium-rare and slightly charred around the edges, 4 to 5 minutes per side.
  4. Remove from the grill and let rest for 3 to 5 minutes.
  5. Slice each steak 1/2-inch thick against the grain.
  6. To serve, spoon the potatoes into the center of each of 4 large plates and arrange the sliced meat on top.
  7. Spoon the creamed spinach next to the potatoes and drizzle 2 teaspoons of the Worcestershire sauce over each serving.
  8. Serve immediately.
  9. Creamed Spinach:
  10. 2 pounds fresh spinach, tough stems removed and washed
  11. 1/4 cup heavy cream
  12. 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  13. 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
  14. 1 teaspoon minced garlic
  15. 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  16. 1 1/4 cups whole milk 1 teaspoon salt
  17. 1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper
  18. 1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  19. 1/4 cup grated Swiss cheese
  20. 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
  21. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
  22. Add the spinach and cook for 2 minutes.
  23. Drain in a fine-mesh strainer, pressing with a large spoon to release as much water as possible.
  24. Finely chop and set aside.
  25. Bring the cream to a low boil in a small saucepan.
  26. Remove from the heat.
  27. Melt the butter in medium-heavy saucepan over medium-high heat.
  28. Add the shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, until soft, about 1 minute.
  29. Add the flour and cook, and then reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring constantly with a heavy wooden spoon, until a light blond roux forms, 2 to 3 minutes.
  30. Add the milk in a steady stream, whisking constantly, and cook until thick and smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.
  31. Add the salt, white pepper and nutmeg and simmer until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  32. Add the hot cream, whisking constantly, and cook for 1 minute.
  33. Fold in the Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, and mix until smooth.
  34. Add the spinach, mix well and cook until completely warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes.
  35. Remove from the heat and adjust the seasoning, to taste.
  36. Serve hot.
  37. Yield: 4 servings
  38. Scalloped Potatoes:
  39. 1 teaspoon unsalted butter
  40. 3 cups heavy cream
  41. 2 3/4 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
  42. 1 1/4 teaspoons salt
  43. 3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  44. 6 ounces Swiss cheese, grated
  45. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  46. Lightly grease a 1 1/2-quart baking dish with the butter and set aside.
  47. Place the cream in a large saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.
  48. Add the salt and pepper, and stir well.
  49. Add the potatoes, adding more cream, if necessary, to completely cover the potatoes.
  50. Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are barely fork tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.
  51. Remove from the heat.
  52. With a large spoon, transfer 1/3 of the potatoes with some of the cream to the prepared dish, forming an even layer on the bottom.
  53. Top with 1/3 of the cheese, and continue layering the potatoes and cheese, ending with cheese on top.
  54. Place on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes.
  55. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes.
  56. Serve hot.
  57. Yield: 4 servings
  58. 2 tablespoons olive oil
  59. 6 cups coarsely chopped onions
  60. 4 jalapenos, with stems and seeds, chopped
  61. 2 tablespoons minced garlic
  62. 2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper
  63. 4 (2-ounce) cans anchovy fillets (or an 8-ounce can), drained of oil
  64. 1/2 teaspoon whole cloves
  65. 2 tablespoons salt
  66. 2 whole, medium lemons, skin and pith removed
  67. 4 cups dark corn syrup
  68. 2 cups 100 percent Pure Cane Syrup (recommended: Steen's)
  69. 2 quarts distilled white vinegar
  70. 4 cups water
  71. 3/4 pound fresh horseradish, peeled and grated
  72. 3 pint-sized canning jars
  73. Combine the oil, onions and jalapenos in a large stockpot over a high heat.
  74. Cook, stirring, until slightly soft, 2 to 3 minutes.
  75. Add the garlic, pepper, anchovy fillets, cloves, salt, lemons, corn syrup, cane syrup, vinegar, water and horseradish and bring to a boil.
  76. Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the mixture barely coats a wooden spoon, about 6 hours.
  77. Strain into a clean container.
  78. Worcestershire Sauce may be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month, or processed as directed below and kept for up to 1 year.
  79. Sterilize 3 pint-sized jars and their metal lids according to the manufacturer's instructions.
  80. Spoon the hot mixture into the jars, filling to within 1/2-inch of the rim.
  81. With a clean, damp towel, wipe the rims and fit with a hot lid.
  82. Tightly screw on the metal ring.
  83. Place, without touching, on a rack in a large, deep canning kettle or stockpot of rapidly boiling water; water should cover the cans by 1 inch.
  84. Boil and process for 15 minutes.
  85. Using tongs, remove the jars, place on a towel and let cool completely before storing.
  86. Test the seals and tighten the rings as needed.
  87. Store in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks before using.
  88. After opening, store jars in the refrigerator.
  89. Yield: 3 pints

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