We need to appreciate the men in our lives. My Dad taught me the love of world exploration and during that travel we enjoyed fine dining. Michael, my husband, is well-traveled and he loves to cook. He is best known for his Steak Michael and his Caesar Salad Dressing. Father’s Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate our respected men but we should appreciate their skills and talents year-round. May you toast to the men who touch your life and may the celebration be more that once per year. Happy Father’s Day!

Steak Michael
Marinate 2 to 4 thin slices of filet mignon in your favorite red wine with a dash of Worcestershire Sauce.
In a skillet, sauté 1 julienned green pepper and 2 chopped shallots in 1/4 cup olive oil and 1/4 stick of butter. Add 2 Tablespoons of Worcestershire Sauce, 1/3 cup of Dijon mustard, 1/3 cup of Sherry, 1/4 cup of red wine and 2 dashes of Scotch Whiskey. Simmer. Adjust the season with kosher salt, fresh ground pepper and 1 Tablespoon of sugar. Simmer until thick. Add the thin slices of filet mignon and simmer until cooked. (As a option, 1/4 cup of dried cranberries and some diced tomatoes can be added.) Serve Steak Michael over rice or just as a delicious entrée.

Michael’s Caesar Salad Dressing
1 and 1/2 cups Olive Oil
2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard
Salt & Pepper
2 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
1 Crushed Garlic Clove
1 Fresh Egg Yolk
Juice of 1/2 Lemon
1 Tablespoon of Sugar

Vigorously whip the ingredients together and serve chilled with Romaine lettuce. Parmesan cheese and fresh croutons are recommended as toppings.