15 Recipes to Make Before You Die

Knowing how to cook a great steak will always get you rave reviews in the kitchen. No grill required here–the steak is cooked on the stovetop. With this recipe you'll also use the technique of deglazing as you add liquids to the meat drippings to make the sauce. This classic combination of beef tenderloin, red wine sauce, and blue cheese is always entertaining-worthy.

Recipe: Beef Tenderloin Steaks with Port Reduction and Blue Cheese