Delmonico's Dry-Aged Sirloin Steaks with Homemade Worcestershire Sauce, Scalloped Potatoes and Creamed Spinach

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   Preheat a grill to high heat.

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   Sprinkle 1 tablespoon olive oil over each steak and then season on both sides with salt and pepper.

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   Grill until medium-rare and slightly charred around the edges, 4 to 5 minutes per side.

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   Remove from the grill and let rest for 3 to 5 minutes.

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   Slice each steak 1/2-inch thick against the grain.

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   To serve, spoon the potatoes into the center of each of 4 large plates and arrange the sliced meat on top.

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   Spoon the creamed spinach next to the potatoes and drizzle 2 teaspoons of the Worcestershire sauce over each serving.

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   Serve immediately.

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   Creamed Spinach:

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    2 pounds fresh spinach, tough stems removed and washed

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    1/4 cup heavy cream

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    4 tablespoons unsalted butter

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    1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots

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    1 teaspoon minced garlic

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    6 tablespoons all-purpose flour

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    1 1/4 cups whole milk 1 teaspoon salt

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    1/4 teaspoon ground white pepper

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    1/4 teaspoon grated nutmeg

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    1/4 cup grated Swiss cheese

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    1/4 cup grated Parmesan

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    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

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    Add the spinach and cook for 2 minutes.

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    Drain in a fine-mesh strainer, pressing with a large spoon to release as much water as possible.

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    Finely chop and set aside.

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    Bring the cream to a low boil in a small saucepan.

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    Remove from the heat.

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    Melt the butter in medium-heavy saucepan over medium-high heat.

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    Add the shallots and garlic and cook, stirring, until soft, about 1 minute.

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    Add the flour and cook, and then reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring constantly with a heavy wooden spoon, until a light blond roux forms, 2 to 3 minutes.

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    Add the milk in a steady stream, whisking constantly, and cook until thick and smooth, 1 to 2 minutes.

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    Add the salt, white pepper and nutmeg and simmer until thickened, 3 to 5 minutes.

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    Add the hot cream, whisking constantly, and cook for 1 minute.

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    Fold in the Swiss and Parmesan cheeses, and mix until smooth.

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    Add the spinach, mix well and cook until completely warmed through, 1 to 2 minutes.

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    Remove from the heat and adjust the seasoning, to taste.

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    Serve hot.

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    Scalloped Potatoes:

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    1 teaspoon unsalted butter

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    3 cups heavy cream

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    2 3/4 pounds Idaho potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices

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    1 1/4 teaspoons salt

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    3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

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    6 ounces Swiss cheese, grated

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    Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.

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    Lightly grease a 1 1/2-quart baking dish with the butter and set aside.

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    Place the cream in a large saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium-high heat.

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    Add the salt and pepper, and stir well.

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    Add the potatoes, adding more cream, if necessary, to completely cover the potatoes.

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    Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are barely fork tender, about 10 to 12 minutes.

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    Remove from the heat.

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    With a large spoon, transfer 1/3 of the potatoes with some of the cream to the prepared dish, forming an even layer on the bottom.

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    Top with 1/3 of the cheese, and continue layering the potatoes and cheese, ending with cheese on top.

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    Place on a baking sheet and bake until golden brown and bubbly, about 30 minutes.

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    Remove from the oven and let sit for 5 minutes.

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    Serve hot.

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    2 tablespoons olive oil

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    6 cups coarsely chopped onions

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    4 jalapenos, with stems and seeds, chopped

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    2 tablespoons minced garlic

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    2 teaspoons freshly ground pepper

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    4 (2-ounce) cans anchovy fillets (or an 8-ounce can), drained of oil

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    1/2 teaspoon whole cloves

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    2 tablespoons salt

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    2 whole, medium lemons, skin and pith removed

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    4 cups dark corn syrup

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    2 cups 100 percent Pure Cane Syrup (recommended: Steen's)

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    2 quarts distilled white vinegar

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    4 cups water

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    3/4 pound fresh horseradish, peeled and grated

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    3 pint-sized canning jars

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    Combine the oil, onions and jalapenos in a large stockpot over a high heat.

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    Cook, stirring, until slightly soft, 2 to 3 minutes.

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    Add the garlic, pepper, anchovy fillets, cloves, salt, lemons, corn syrup, cane syrup, vinegar, water and horseradish and bring to a boil.

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    Reduce the heat and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the mixture barely coats a wooden spoon, about 6 hours.

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    Strain into a clean container.

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    Worcestershire Sauce may be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 month, or processed as directed below and kept for up to 1 year.

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    Sterilize 3 pint-sized jars and their metal lids according to the manufacturer's instructions.

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    Spoon the hot mixture into the jars, filling to within 1/2-inch of the rim.

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    With a clean, damp towel, wipe the rims and fit with a hot lid.

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    Tightly screw on the metal ring.

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    Place, without touching, on a rack in a large, deep canning kettle or stockpot of rapidly boiling water; water should cover the cans by 1 inch.

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    Boil and process for 15 minutes.

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    Using tongs, remove the jars, place on a towel and let cool completely before storing.

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    Test the seals and tighten the rings as needed.

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    Store in a cool, dark place for at least 2 weeks before using.

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    After opening, store jars in the refrigerator.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.