Dry-Rubbed Grilled Classic Steak

Dry rubbing your Classic Steak with a bold and flavorful steak seasoning ensures a delicious crust and a juicy center.

For the Compound Butter

• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened & cut into cubes
• 1 ½ tsp (1 large clove) garlic, grated or put through a garlic press
• 1 TBSP fresh thyme leaves
• 1 TBSP lemon zest (1 lemon)
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
• ¼ tsp fine sea salt or smoked salt

1. Add all ingredients to a small mixing bowl and use a spatula to mix until thoroughly incorporated.
2. Lay out an 8-inch sheet of plastic wrap on the counter and place the compound butter in the middle.
3. Using your hands, form butter into a rectangular shape. Use the plastic wrap to roll the butter into a log and twist the ends to secure the butter.
4. Transfer to the refrigerator until ready to slice or if you’re in a hurry, place it in the freezer for 15 minutes before slicing.

For the Balsamic Vegetables

• ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
• ¼ c extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tsp light brown sugar
• 2 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 large clove garlic, crushed
• ¼ tsp kosher salt
• 10 ounces cremini mushrooms, halved
• 2 small zucchini, cut into ½-inch rounds
• 2 red or green bell peppers, cut into ½-inch pieces
• 1 small red onion, quartered
• 2 ounces (½ cup) crumbled Goat Cheese, optional for finishing

1. Preheat grill to medium heat.
2. To a small jar, add the balsamic vinegar, oil, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, garlic, and salt. Shake vigorously until well incorporated. Alternately, whisk all ingredients in a small mixing bowl.
3. Pour mixture over vegetables and let sit while the grill is getting hot. Section vegetables into individual foil packets or add them all to a cast iron skillet and cover with foil.
4. Cook on the grill until they are just fork tender, about 25 minutes.
5. Remove from heat and transfer to a serving platter. Top with goat cheese, if using. Set aside.

For the Grilled Classic Steak

• 4 Meati steaks.
• 1 Tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 TBSP dry rub of choice

1. Season each side of the Classic Steak with a small amount of oil and a liberal dose of your favorite dry rub.
2. Place Classic Steak on the hot grill. Cook Steak for 11-12 minutes, rotating every 4 minutes, until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3. Remove from grill and allow steak to rest for 30 seconds prior to serving or cutting

For Serving

Top the Classic Steak with a generous pat of the compound butter and serve with vegetables.