| Prep Time | Cook Time | Serves |
|---|---|---|
| 10 minutes | 15 minutes | 4 |
By New Idea's Food Director Barbara Northwood
HOW TO COOK THE PERFECT STEAK:
To cook a piece of steak:
Marinading meat makes it tasty and helps to tenderise cheaper cuts of meat, especially if an acid is added to the marinade, such as lemon juice or vinegar. Meat is best marinaded for at least an hour before cooking. Any marinade can be used to baste the meat as it is cooking – then discard any leftovers (unless there is enough to serve as a sauce. If this is the case – bring remaining marinade to the boil in a small saucepan. Boil for at least 5 minutes before serving to destroy any bacteria in the marinade.)
COOKING SAUSAGES
If cooking sausages, don’t piece them or you will let all the moisture and flavour escape.
If you want to remove some of the fat, you can simmer or poach them for 20 to 30 minutes before cooking. (This also helps them to brown evenly as barbecues tend to be very hot.) Then barbecue them, turning regularly to ensure they are evenly browned. Remember sausages must be cooked through to the centre.
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