1 t Olive oil

Freshly ground pepper to Taste 2 Boneless strip steaks, 1/2

To 3/4" thick OR 2 lg Hamburger patties

4 tb Butter

2 tb Finely chopped shallots

1 1/2 ts Worcestershire sauce

2 1/2 ts Dijon mustard

1/2 ts Salt

1/2 c Burgundy wine

2 tb Brandy

1 1/2 ts Chopped fresh parsley

1 tb Chopped chives

Rub oil and pepper on both sides of steaks.Heat a heavy skillet over high heat.Sear steaks quickly on both sides for approximately 30 seconds.Remove from pan.Reduce heat to medium and add butter. When butter melts,add shallots.Saute 2 minutes.Add Worcestershire, mustard and salt;return steaks to pan.Cook 2 minutes per side or until desired doneness.Remove meat and keep warm. Add wine and cook,uncovered,over high heat until reduced in half. Stir in brandy,parsley and chives.Simmer 1 to 2 minutes and serve sauce over steak.A nice way to PEP up a hamburger.Makes 2 servings.