#18: Steak Diane
Drawing from America’s obsession with fine dining techniques done at home in the 1970s, Steak Diane was the go-to choice when a host or hostess wanted to impress her guests. A choice cut of steak was pan-seared and then flambéed with brandy and served with a rich mushroom sauce. A particular favorite in upscale areas like New York City and Los Angeles.

