America's Test Kitchen

S04:E13 - Steak and Potatoes

Purchase a good steak and cook it properly, and all it needs is salt and pepper - and, of course, a side of spuds. Unfortunately, many of the inexpensive steaks labeled "great for grilling" at the supermarket turn out tough and dry with little flavor. And mashed potatoes are often gluey or runny. We wanted potatoes with perfect texture and big flavor - something unusual to accompany a great steak and a good bottle of wine.