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Savor the powerful fl avors of a bourbon barrel–aged Cabernet Sauvignon.
MAKE A BOLD STATEMENT
Total Time 45 min; Serves 4 to 6STEP 1 Preheat oven to 425°. Toss
brassicas and thyme with 1⁄4 cup
olive oil and season with salt and
pepper. Spread on a baking sheet
and scat er 2 tablespoons but er on
top. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes.STEP 2 In a cast-iron skillet, heat 1
tablespoon olive oil. Season steak
with salt and pepper; cook over
moderately high heat, turning often
(until thickest part registers 120°).
Transfer and let rest for 10 minutes.STEP 3 In the same skillet, cook
shallots and garlic until softened.
Add wine and cook, scraping
up browned bits, until almost
evaporated, 3 minutes. Add stock
and reduce for 2 minutes. Remove
from heat and whisk in remaining
but er; season with salt and
pepper. Carve steak and serve with
brassicas and sauce.Steak and Brassicas
with Red Wine Saucepounds multicolored
brassicas, such as baby
caulifl ower and Romanesco,
cut into 1-inch fl orets
thyme sprigs
tablespoons extra-virgin
olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and pepper
tablespoons cold unsalted
but er, diced, divided
1-pound hanger steaks
small shallots, minced
garlic cloves, minced
cup red wine
cup chicken stock11⁄24 5 7 2 2 21⁄2
1⁄2The holidays are a time for improving
on tradition. Made with grapes grown in
coastal California, Cigar Bourbon Barrel-
Aged Cabernet Sauvignon ages in French
oak barrels for a year before moving into
heavily charred, 100 percent American
oak bourbon barrels for several months.
The results are big, bold fl avors and rich
layers including aromas of blackberry
jam, brown sugar, co ee, and smoke
complemented by silky tannins and a hint
of toast.
The wine’s structure and solid backbone
make it a good match for meaty dishes
like steak, as well as grilled veggies. For an
easy holiday gift, the beautifully designed
bottle with red and gold accents is the
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