A family recipe. Not sure how long it's been in the family but it's one of my favorites.

This is the original home steak recipe that we always cook in our family

What's your earliest favourite food memory? Mine is pepper steak, specifically the old Chun King brand pepper steak. The stuff available now is basically a seasoning packet. Back in my day, Chun King came in a can, and already included everything (except for the beef, maybe, I'm not sure). Kind of like Campbell chunky soup. Anyway, I was crazy for the stuff, and hopped for joy whenever my mom pulled a can out for dinner. This recipe is my homage to that memory. I can't say for certain how close it is, because honestly I only vaguely remember how the stuff tasted. I mainly remember how much I loved it. The best part about this recreation was my daughter's reaction. She had three servings. So our family's love for pepper steak will live on.

If you’re craving a quick and delicious stir-fry, this Pepper Steak is just what you need! Juicy, tender beef, colorful peppers, and a rich, savory sauce come together in no time. The marinade keeps the beef extra flavorful, and the black pepper gives it just the right kick. It’s super easy to make and perfect over a bowl of rice or noodles. Once you try it, you’ll want to make it again and again!

My moms favorite dish

My local supermarket gifted me with a special treat this afternoon: flat iron steak. It's one of the very few times I've seen them offer this particular cut, so of course I didn't hesitate to scoop up a package to make for dinner. If you've never had flat iron steak before, do yourself a favour and find a restaurant that offers it. It's super-tender, super-flavourful...just absolutely fantastic. Because it's so great already, I chose a pretty simple preparation. Just a quick sear in a hot pan, followed by a jazzed-up brown butter sauce made in the same pan. Some premade, locally made pasta (lemon and ricotta filled mezzaluna from Duso's) completed the dish. Delicious.

I remember the first time I tasted Pepper Steak. A lifelong friend of mine was house sitting for one of our neighbors. She promised to cook me dinner if I came over to keep her company. She made Pepper Steak. I thought I had died and went to heaven. It was soooo good! That was about 35 years ago. :-)

Rib eye is my favorite cut of beef. A great cut of beef needs little addition, but marinade is a good start. Pan searing provides great appearance, flavor and a quick cook. Never a bite a left after the family eats.

Pairs great with mashed potatoes and steamed broccoli.

Tasty