The most famous legend about steak and the origin of the name of the dish comes from the beginning of the 16th century. The term bistecca was created in Florence on Saint Lorenzo’s day. Traditionally, the city celebrates the day by lighting large torches and eating large quantities of veal served free along the streets. Two English ambassadors happened to be in Florence during the occasion and began dancing, singing and eating with the locals. Apparently they shouted “beef steak, beef steak”, asking for more meat. According the legend, some Florentines had made friends with the Englishmen and began imitating them when they heard their shouts, responding “bistecca, bistecca” – giving birth to the name of this famous cut of meat.
Succulent and flavorful when cooked on the grill, the Fiorentina is Italy's most famous steak.
Ingredients
-2 T-bone steaks, of at least 2.2/2.6 pounds
-salt to taste
Directions
The club steak must be at least one and a half inches thick and have its fillet. Put it onto a barbecue with live coals but no flame.
Grill for 6/7 minutes then turn the steak and cook the other side for the same amount of time, then turn it again, season with salt and serve.
Do not add oil or lemon juice.
Buon Appetito!
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