When you can't go to the steakhouse, why not bring the steakhouse to you? Sure, you might not be able to mimic the dimly-lit, knotted-wood, rustic ambience of your local beef haunt, but there is one simple tip that will lend such a smoky signature robustness to your homemade steak sides that friends might just skip that trip to Ruth's Chris in favor of your house. The hack - just add smoked cheese.
His secret - cook the steak in its own rendered fat. In a 2025 video on his YouTube channel, the Naked Chef demonstrated his "really quick" technique while making a "Date Night Sirloin Steak" recipe for his wife of 20+ years, Juliette "Jools" Norton. Oliver described the result as "tender, melt-in-your-mouth, cut like butter, right?"
According to LongHorn customers on Reddit, the reason the steaks taste so good is because "every steak gets what is a lemon flavored soy oil basting sauce that gives it a distinct flavor from other steakhouses." Apparently LongHorn Steakhouse also uses the lemon sauce on steamed broccoli and other veggies. A buttery, aromatic lemon sauce is an all-purpose upgrade that'll pair with anything savory.
For many beef lovers and chefs, marbling is one of the most important aspects of steak quality. Unlike the thick fat cap found on the outside of a piece of steak, marbling refers to the streaks of intramuscular fat dispersed within the lean muscle of beef. This is integral to an elevated steak-eating experience. As the steak cooks, the fat melts, basting the meat from the inside, leaving you with a flavorful and tender piece of meat.
Burgers are meant to be an easy meal, requiring little more than shaping ground beef into patties and cooking them to juicy perfection. While a basic burger always hits the spot, sometimes plain ground beef patties can become lackluster and boring. However, you may have a hard time finding inspiration to jazz up your hamburgers that doesn't require a lot of extra effort.
We know it sounds plain and boring, but LongHorn's steamed broccoli is so good that people even try to replicate it at home. The beauty of this healthier side, which starts at just 90 calories per serving, lies in its simplicity. The stalks are fresh and bright, and they're steamed just until they're perfectly tender and lightly salted. But what makes LongHorn's broccoli so delicious is the drizzle of garlic herb butter sauce on top, adding a touch of decadence and aromatic flavor.