New York Steak in Green Peppercorn Sauce

4 N.Y. steaks (1 inch thick)
3 cloves garlic or to taste
2 tbsp olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Carefully trim away all visible fat. Combine garlic and olive oil. Pour over steaks and marinate, refrigerated, over night. Season steaks with salt and freshly ground pepper. Broil or grill 5-7 minutes per side or until meat has only a hint of pink.

GREEN PEPPERCORN SAUCE:

4 tbsp. Butter
1/4 c whole green peppercorns
salt to taste
1 tbsp. Cognac

In a small sauce pan, melt butter and stir in remaining ingredients. Heat to boiling, stirring occasionally. Place the steaks on warmed plates and pour the sauce over them.

Serving Size: 4