Ingredients

Paniolo Crust

1/2 cup orange juice concentrate

Zest of 1/2 orange, finely chopped

2 cups hoi sin sauce

3 tablespoons dau see

(Chinese salted black soybeans),

finely chopped

1/4 cup honey

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon curry powder

3 tablespoons finely chopped

Chinese parsley

1 tablespoon soy sauce

Combine all ingredients; refrigerate overnight.

Port Wine Demi Glace

3 cups port wine

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar

3 tablespoons chopped shallots

1 tablespoon chopped garlic

1 tablespoon salad oil

1 cup demi glace or brown sauce.

Roasted Strip Loin

2 1/2 lb beef strip loin

Salt and pepper to taste

2 tablespoons olive oil

Fresh herbs for garnish

Preparation

Port Wine Demi Glace

In a saucepan, combine wine and vinegar. Stirring frequently, simmer until reduced to half the volume. Sauté shallots and garlic in oil until translucent. Add reduced wine mix-ture and demi glace; bring to a boil. Season with salt and pepper; strain. Roasted Strip Loin

Preheat electric oven to 350°F. Season beef with salt and pepper. In a large sauté pan, heat oil and sear beef on all sides. Place in a roasting pan and generously brush Paniolo Crust over the top of beef. Roast to desired doneness; let beef rest for at least 10 minutes before slicing. Put Port Wine Demi Glace the center of serving platter; top with slices of beef and surround with vegetables. Garnish with fresh herbs. Makes 6 servings.

Dinner Other