The Originators of Quick & Easy Cooking!
Dining Car Steak

- SERVES
- 2
- CHILL TIME
- 1 Hr
- COOK TIME
- 15 Min
Nothing fancy here - just good, old-fashioned steak prepared with garlic and butter. Dining Car Steak makes a mouthwatering dinner that your family will love. It feels like fine dining, but is as easy as your favorite weeknight dinner. Lucky for you, you don't need to board a train to experience luxury!
What You'll Need
- 1 stick (1/2 cup) butter, softened
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 strip steaks (about 1-1/2 pounds)
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
What to Do
-
In a small bowl, combine butter, garlic, lemon juice, and parsley; mix well. Spoon mixture down the center of a 12-inch-square piece of wax paper and roll into a 1-inch-thick log. Wrap ends tightly and refrigerate about 1 hour or until firm.
-
Meanwhile, sprinkle both sides of the steaks with onion powder, salt, and pepper.
-
In a grill pan or on your grill over medium-high heat, cook steaks 10 to 12 minutes or until desired doneness, turning halfway through. If you are using a meat thermometer, the temperature should be 135 degrees for medium-rare.
-
Place steaks on a platter and top each with a couple of slices of the herbed butter. The heat from the steaks will melt the butter and flavor the steaks. Store any unused herbed butter in the refrigerator.
Check This Out!
- We love a good steak! That's why we've got a few different ways to prepare it. Don't miss our English Pub Steak Sandwiches, or our Flank Steak Pinwheels. They're sure to be mouthwatering!
- Do you like steak toppers? Try our "Steak Out" Veggies, or our Onion Strings! Don't forget to serve this steak recipe with a side of our Steakhouse Creamed Spinach.
- For even more tasty steak options, check out our Diner-Style Salisbury Steak and our Marinated Steak Nachos!
kmcartoonity 6207274
Aug 28, 2018
A quick compound butter with garlic and herbs can really come in handy for a lot of quick main courses, as well as last minute sides. Toss a few tablespoons in a skillet and add some shrimp for a quick scampi, or spread softened garlic butter on slices of crusty French bread and toast for a few minutes. Use whatever herbs and spices you like and create your own!
- REPLY
- WAS THIS HELPFUL? YesNo
- REPORT ABUSE
Bev
Mar 25, 2016
How is Delmonico steak prepared? My store didn't know what I was talking about. So, can I prepare them myself?
- REPLY
- WAS THIS HELPFUL? YesNo
- REPORT ABUSE
Test Kitchen Team
Mar 28, 2016
Hi! Thank you for your comment! Delmonico steak refers to a method of preparation from one of several cuts of beef, typically, rib eye or strip steak. Either one of these cuts of meat will be delicious with this recipe. Have a great day!
- REPLY
- WAS THIS HELPFUL? YesNo
- REPORT ABUSE
Dendy2
May 12, 2014
Exactly which cut of beef are you calling a Delmonico steak? It is my understanding that the definition has changed over time. Please enlighten us all! Boneless rib-eye, bone-in top loin, or boneless top loin strip steak?
- REPLY
- WAS THIS HELPFUL? YesNo
- REPORT ABUSE
Test Kitchen Team
May 13, 2014
Hi! Thank you for your comment! Delmonico steak refers to a method of preparation from one of several cuts of beef, typically, rib eye or strip steak. Either one of these cuts of meat will be delicious with this recipe. Have a great day!
- REPLY
- WAS THIS HELPFUL? YesNo
- REPORT ABUSE
Bev
Mar 25, 2016
What is the method and can I do it myself?
- REPLY
- WAS THIS HELPFUL? YesNo
- REPORT ABUSE
farmersdaughter
Jul 10, 2017
Delmonico steak is basically a rib eye or New York strip steak, grilled, broiled or pan grilled and served with herb butter melted over it.
- REPLY
- WAS THIS HELPFUL? YesNo
- REPORT ABUSE
saradavis 1682695
Feb 14, 2014
sure sounds good want to try it.Thanks
- REPLY
- WAS THIS HELPFUL? YesNo
- REPORT ABUSE

Report Inappropriate Comment
Are you sure you would like to report this comment? It will be flagged for our moderators to take action.
Thank you for taking the time to improve the content on our site.
LATEST TV RECIPE & VIDEO
Warm Bacon Dressing
Mmm! Any salad would love to be dressed with this easy-to-make Warm Bacon Dressing! But don't stop there...it's great over almost any vegetables.