Classic Steak Au Poivre

Directions

Coarsely crack peppercorns. Sprinkle both sides of the steaks with crushed peppercorns, pressing in firmly with fingers. Let steaks stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.

Preheat a 10-inch Microwave browning dish on 100% of power for 3 minutes. Add cooking oil to browning dish. Swirl to coat the dish.

Place the steaks in the browning dish. Micro-cook, covered, on 100% power for 1 minute. Turn steaks and micro-cook covered on 100% power for 30 seconds to 1 minute more or til done.

Remove steaks to a warm serving platter. Stir brandy and bouillon granules into liquid in browning dish. Micro-cook, uncovered, on 100% power for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until boiling.

Pour over steaks and serve.