Cooking Instructions

Cooking Instructions & How to Prepare

Featuring: Kansas City Strip Steak

A flavorful, tender cut of beef from the short loin, often bone-in, known for its rich marbling and robust beefy taste.

For a classic result, grill a 1‑inch Kansas City strip steak over high heat for 4–5 minutes per side until it reaches about 130°F, then rest it 5 minutes before slicing.

1. Prep the Steak

Pat dry thoroughly to ensure proper searing.
Season generously with kosher salt and black pepper; optionally add garlic powder. Salt at least 40 minutes ahead for best moisture retention.
Let the steak sit at room temperature for 30–40 minutes before cooking.

2. Grill Method (Recommended)

Preheat grill to high heat (450–500°F).
Place steak over direct heat and sear 4–5 minutes per side for medium‑rare (1‑inch thickness).
For thicker steaks (1½–2 inches), sear 3–4 minutes per side, then move to indirect heat for 5–7 minutes.
Target internal temperature:
- 130°F medium‑rare
- 140°F medium
- 150°F medium‑well.

3. Alternative: Cast‑Iron Grill Pan

Heat pan until lightly smoking.
Sear 4–5 minutes per side for medium‑rare.
A grill pan can replicate outdoor grill sear effectively.

4. Resting

Rest steak 5–10 minutes, loosely tented with foil.
Juices redistribute and temperature rises 3–5°F (“carryover cooking”).

5. Slicing

Slice against the grain for tenderness.

Bacon Wrapped Jalapeno Poppers:

Preheat oven to 400F. Bake Jalapeno Poppers for 25-35 minutes.

Beef Kabobs:

Set grill to medium-high heat. Place kabobs directly over heat, cooking for 4-5 minutes. Flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

Chicken - Nashville Hot

Add beef tallow or oil to pan. Pan fry on low - medium heat until internal temperature reaches 165F.

Chicken - Parmesan Crusted

Place chicken in 9x13 baking dish. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.

Chicken - Stuffed Breast

Bake covered for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake an additional 20 minutes, or until internal temperature is 165F.

Country Fried Steak:

Add beef tallow or oil to pan. Pan fry on low - medium heat until internal temp reaches 165F.

Mushrooms - Crab Stuffed

Preheat Oven to 350F. Bake mushrooms 20-25 minutes or until browned.
If frozen, do not thaw. Place in oven frozen, bake an additional 2-3 minutes.

Mushrooms - Sausage Stuffed

Preheat oven to 400F. Bake mushrooms 15 minutes or until browned / Internal temperature in center reaches 145F (contains raw pork)
If frozen, do not thaw. Place in oven frozen, bake an additional 2-3 minutes.

Pinwheels - Baked

Bake Uncovered at 350F for about 1 hour or until internal temperature reaches at least 145F in the center.

Pinwheels - Grilled

Preheat Grill to 500-600F. On medium- high heat cook pinwheel for 6 minutes per side.

Pinwheels - Pan Seared

Preheat Oven 400F. Heat Skillet on medium- high heat. To prevent burning, make sure skillet is liberally brushed with oil. Sear Pinwheel on all sides for 2-3 minutes per side. Transfer to preheated oven to finish cooking 15-20 minutes.