Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. butter (divided use)
  • 1/4 c. finely chopped shallots
  • 5 cranberries, crushed
  • 1/4 c. Scotch whiskey
  • 3/4 c. orange juice
  • 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
  • 2 Tbsp. red currant jelly
  • 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
  • 2 tsp. cornstarch
  • 2 Tbsp. water
  • 4 venison Porterhouse steaks or 4 small beef Porterhouse steaks

Method

  • Combine 1 tablespoon butter, shallots and berries in a 2 cup glass measure.
  • Cover with vented plastic wrap.
  • Microwave on High for 2 minutes or until boiling.
  • Add Scotch whiskey and microwave on High 1 minute.
  • Stir in orange juice, lemon juice, jelly and mustard.
  • Microwave on High 2 minutes or until boiling.
  • Combine cornstarch with water.
  • Stir into sauce; microwave on High 1 minute or until boiling; set aside.
  • Preheat a microwave browning dish according to the maximum time given in manufacturer's directions. Rub remaining 1 tablespoon butter over surface.
  • Immediately press venison or beef onto hot surface.
  • When brown, turn oven. Microwave on High 2 minutes or to desired doneness.
  • Do not overcook.
  • Serve immediately with sauce.
  • Yield:
  • 4 servings.