When you eat your Hot Dogs, Brats, and Burgers and enjoy your beverages with family and friends this weekend... Please take this moment to remember the reason we can do so.

As of 2024, approximately 1.3 million U.S. service members have died in military service since the founding of the United States.

Here's a general breakdown by major conflicts:

• American Revolutionary War: ~25,000

• Civil War: ~620,000 to 750,000 (estimates vary, most deadly conflict in U.S. history)

• World War I: ~116,000

• World War II: ~405,000

• Korean War: ~36,000

• Vietnam War: ~58,000

• Persian Gulf War: ~300

• War in Afghanistan: ~2,400

• Iraq War: ~4,500

This includes those killed in combat and from other causes while in service. These sacrifices are commemorated on Memorial Day, which honors those who gave their lives in uniform.

Recipe of the Month - Reverse-Sear Steak

🥩 Reverse-Sear Method Steak

The Juicy, Flavor-Packed Steakhouse Secret You’ll Never Pay Restaurant Prices For Again

1. The Method

This is the method I use to make steak for my family, and we almost never see the inside of a steakhouse anymore. My wife swears it’s the best steak she’s ever had — better than anything we’ve paid $60+ for. The secret is in the reverse-sear: slowly bringing the steak to temp in the oven, then finishing with a hot, buttery crust on the stovetop. It’s tender, evenly cooked, and full of rich, beefy flavor from edge to edge.

2. Ingredients

• 2 boneless ribeye or New York strip steaks (1.25–1.5 inches thick)

• 2 tbsp cooking oil (avacado oil works best, but olive oil will work too)

• Kosher salt

• Freshly ground black pepper

• 2 tbsp butter

• 2 garlic cloves, smashed

• 1–2 sprigs fresh rosemary or thyme (optional)

In a rush? Use our SIMPLE SUBTITUTE - Montreal Steak Seasoning and save yourself some prep time!

3. Instructions

🔥 Step 1: Dry & Season

• Pat steaks dry with paper towels.

• Liberally season all sides with kosher salt and pepper.

• Place on a wire rack over a baking sheet and refrigerate uncovered for 1 hour to overnight (optional, but improves crust and flavor).

♨️ Step 2: Low & Slow

• Preheat oven to 200°F (120°C).

• Place steaks (still on the rack) in the oven.

• Cook until internal temp reaches 120°F for medium-rare (about 50-60 minutes). Use a meat thermometer for best results.

• Remove and let rest while you prep your pan.

🔥 Step 3: Sear for the Finish

• Heat a cast iron skillet or Cutco Griddle over medium heat until smoking hot.

• Add oil, then the steaks.

• Sear each side for 1–2 minutes until deep brown crust forms.

• During the last 30 seconds, add butter, garlic, and herbs.

• Baste the steaks with melted butter using a spoon.

• Remove from heat and rest 5 minutes before slicing.

Serve with your favorite sides — roasted potatoes, garlic butter green beans, or a salad. Once you try this method, you may never order steak out again. If you still want the steakhouse feel, check out our Cutco Steakhouse Steak Knives!

Want that smoky char flavor? You can reverse-sear on the grill, too. Start by setting up a two-zone fire — one side with indirect heat (no flames or coals underneath), and one side with direct high heat. Place your seasoned steaks on the cool side of the grill, close the lid, and cook until they reach an internal temp of 120°F for medium-rare. Then move them to the hot side and sear for 1–2 minutes per side to build that beautiful crust. Just like with the skillet method, let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. You’ll get the same edge-to-edge doneness with a bonus kiss of flame.

Look for our BONUS RECIPE tomorrow! - My wife's amazing Strawberry Spinach Salad! It pairs INCREDIBLY with steak!