COOKING A STEAK ON THE STOVE RECIPES

This isn't steakhouse steak; it's your-house steak, ideal for home cooks who want fast weeknight meals. The rules are simple: buy boneless cuts (they cook evenly), thinner steaks (they cook through on top of the stove), dry them well (to maximize crust), then salt and sear them in an insanely hot, preferably cast-iron pan. The recipe here is a radical departure from the conventional wisdom on steak, which commands you to salt the meat beforehand, put it on the heat and then leave it alone. Instead, you should salt the pan (not the meat) and flip the steak early and often. This combination of meat, salt, heat and cast-iron produces super-crusty and juicy steak — no grilling, rubbing, or aging required.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Total Time 1 hours

Yield 4 to 6 servings, with leftovers

Number Of Ingredients 3

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : @context http//schema.org, Calories 88, UnsaturatedFatContent 3 grams, FatContent 5 grams, ProteinContent 12 grams, SaturatedFatContent 2 grams, SodiumContent 134 milligrams, TransFatContent 0 grams

Learning how to cook brown rice is like scrambling eggs or cooking a juicy chicken breast—it’s one of those essential culinary skills that every home cook should master. When gently simmered on the stovetop, brown rice makes a perfect whole grain base for veggie-packed burrito bowls, stir fries, and stuffed peppers. It’s also an endlessly versatile side that pairs well with just about any protein or vegetable. Follow our basic stovetop method to make ultra-fluffy brown rice, every single time. But first—take these 5 trusted tips for perfect rice to heart: Stick to the Ratio. The secret to cooking perfect brown rice lies in one easy ratio: 1 cup brown rice to 2 ½ cups liquid. Swear by it, and you’ll never make sad, mushy rice again. (Our recipe uses a combo of chicken stock and water, but you can also use vegetable stock.) Simmer Means Simmer. Keep your rice humming along at a steady simmer to prevent the bottom from burning. You’ll know if you need to crank the heat down if you notice excess steam escaping through the lid of the pan.   No Peeking. Resist the urge to remove the lid while your rice is cooking—doing so lets out precious steam that helps gently cook the rice. Choose the Right Pan. Use a saucepan that’s too small, and the liquid is likely to spill over during cooking. For 1 cup of rice, a 2-quart, medium-sized saucepan does the trick.    Don’t Forget to Rest. The same resting rules for chicken or steak also apply to rice. Allowing the rice to cool for several minutes with the lid on gives it a firmer texture (and prevents it from burning the roof of your mouth).

Provided by Cooking Light

Total Time 50 minutes

Yield Serves 5 (serving size: about ¾ cup)

Number Of Ingredients 6

• Ingredients

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, CarbohydrateContent 36 g, FatContent 2.5 g, FiberContent 2 g, ProteinContent 4 g, SaturatedFatContent 0 g, SodiumContent 140 mg, SugarContent 1 g