Steak and Fries...

Most people think that cooking is a long and drawn our process.  Cooking for more than you can also be a challenge.  However, not all recipes require extensive preparation and stress.  If you have a family or significant other, cooking for them can be a simple process.  One meal that I find quick and easy is Steak, Fries, and a Vegetable of your choice. 

The steak that I use is Filet Mignon.  The steak is not an expensive cut; you can buy it at Safeway for less than $15.  Depending on your taste buds, you can marinate the steak, or just season it with pepper and salt.  Here is a link that gives you options for the flavor of the steak.  How you cook the steak is entirely up to you.  You can BBQ, Pan Fry, or Char Broil the steak.  I like to BBQ my Filet Mignon because it brings out the flavor.  Cook the steak to medium, or to your preference, and let it set after cooking for 5 minutes.  Your steak is now finished.  Interested in cooking the steak another way?  Check these recipes out. 

The fries are your next step.  For quickness, use frozen fries and season them before you throw them into the oven.  Homemade fries are more complicated, but the payoff is definitely worth it.  The seasoning is entirely up to you and how flavorful you like your fries.  I use salt, pepper, garlic powder, and a little bit of onion powder.  If you are using frozen fires, follow the directions on the bag to achieve perfect fries.  The cook time is around 12 minutes. 

The next step is the vegetables.  You can buy a bag of frozen or buy fresh.  When I have the extra time, I like to buy fresh veggies.  Instead of veggies, you can also have a side salad. 

The total cook time for the meal is around 45 minutes.  There is enough food for two or more people.  If you are eating solo, you will have leftovers.  The total cost for this meal is around $25.  However, that money can feed up to four or provide you with another meal. 

I may not be a gourmet chef but I can throw together a meal for two or more people in under an hour.  The cost is also low, which is good for a college student like me.  Enjoy cooking and don’t stress.