Father's Day feasting

It’s time to honor that special guy on Sunday, June 17. So light up the grill and treat Dad to a fabulous feast on his day. Whether you wield that spatula, or let him reign as king of the grill, a top-quality steakhouse-style meal at home is an easy and relaxing way to get together and celebrate your main man.
For guaranteed delicious results when grilling beef, try following these three easy steps:

1. Choose Your Cut

Some of the best cuts for grilling include naturally tender rib eye and top loin (aka strip). Flank steak is also an excellent choice after a dip in a tenderizing marinade.
Tip: Rubs and marinades are easy ways to add flavor and tenderize.

2. Prepare Your Beef
Prepare grill (gas or charcoal) according to manufacturer’s directions for medium heat. Remove beef from refrigerator and season with herbs and spices, as desired.
Tip: Wait to salt until after cooking so you don’t draw out the natural, flavorful juices from the meat.

3. Grill
Place beef on grates and grill, covered, turning occasionally. Test doneness with a meat thermometer: Cook steaks to 145 F for medium rare or 160 F for medium.
Tip: Turn steaks with long handled tongs instead of a fork. Do not press down on steaks or burgers as flavorful juices will be lost.

Grecian Top Loin Steaks and Mushroom Kabobs

Lemon Pepper Rub:
3 large cloves garlic, minced
2 1/2 teaspoons lemon pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano

Steak and Kabobs:
1 pound medium mushrooms
1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
2 tablespoons olive oil
6 lemon wedges
2 boneless beef top loin steaks, cut 1 inch thick (about 1 1/4 pounds)
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Combine rub ingredients.
Combine mushrooms, onion, oil and 2 teaspoons rub in medium bowl; toss. Alternately thread mushrooms and onion onto six 12-inch metal skewers. Finish with a lemon wedge.
Press remaining rub onto beef steaks.
Place steaks and kabobs on grid over medium, ash-covered coals. Grill steaks, covered, 11 to 14 minutes (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, 11 to 15 minutes) for medium rare to medium doneness, turning occasionally.
Grill kabobs 6 to 8 minutes or until mushrooms are tender, turning occasionally.
Remove vegetables from skewers; toss with cheese, if desired. Carve steaks. Season beef and vegetables with salt. Serves four.