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Bourbon Coke Steaks With Garlic Smashed Potatoes Are What BBQ Is All About

Sometimes, all it takes is a little dash of something new to re-invent the classic family meal. Sure, nothing says North America like steak and potatoes, but this juicy bourbon and Coke sauce brings a little extra oomph to an old favorite.

Your family will love the fluffy/crispy combination of crunch and yum of these garlic smashed potatoes. This easy side dish goes perfectly well with a nice, juicy steak. These delicious golden goodies are the best of both worlds, which is perfect for picky eaters! Your family will enjoy eating these garlicy, bite-sized potatoes between mouthfuls of tasty steak.

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Bourbon Coke Steaks

Ingredients:

  • 2 NY Strip Steaks
  • 1 cup Coke
  • 1/2 cup bourbon (about 2 miniatures)
  • 2 Tbsp Sriracha
  • 3 Tbsp brown sugar
  • 3 Tbsp soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tsp black pepper

Directions:

Combine the Coke, bourbon, Sriracha, brown sugar, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce and black pepper together.  

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Place the steaks in a ziptop bag or bowl and pour marinade over top. Leave the steaks to marinade in the fridge for 4 hours or overnight.

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When you're ready to cook the steaks, prepare grill and cook steaks 4 minutes on each side for medium rare.

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Smashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

  • 24 ounces Dutch yellow baby potatoes
  • 2 Tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, pressed
  • 1 Tbsp fresh basil
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions:

Preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit

Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray

In a large pot of boiling water, cook potatoes until tender, about 15-20 minutes; drain well

Place potatoes onto the baking sheet

Using a potato masher or fork, carefully smash the potatoes until flattened, but still in one piece.

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Top potatoes with olive oil, garlic and basil. Place into oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp.

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Bon Appetit!

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Delicious! Who doesn't love a nice piece of steak?

Do you know someone who loves steak? Make sure to share this recipe with them!

Watch our video below that shows you how to make this mouthwatering dinner.

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