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Barbecue Sauces come in all kinds of flavors, colors, and types. Everyone knows the thick, sweet sauces found on the shelves of most grocery stores However, there is so much more to barbecue than these bottled condiments.
Looking for a quick and easy dinner that the whole family will love? Look no further than this delicious Lemon Basil Pesto Flat Iron Steak! This recipe is packed with flavor and comes together quickly, making it the perfect weeknight meal.
Ingredients
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
- 1/3 cup pine nuts
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 6 (6 ounce) flat iron steaks
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Hop 4 garlic cloves in a food processor until minced. Add the basil and pine nuts, and pulse a few times to combine. With the food processor running, slowly pour in the olive oil, stopping once or twice to scrape down the sides. Place the Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes into the food processor, and pulse until blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Rub the flat iron steaks with 2 cloves minced garlic, season to taste with salt and pepper, then set aside. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil grate.
- Grill the steaks to desired degree of doneness on preheated grill, about 4 minutes per side for medium. Baste the steaks occasionally with a little of the pesto sauce. Once done, serve topped with the remaining pesto.
Nutrition
Serving: 6gCalories: 569.1kcalCarbohydrates: 3.5gProtein: 40.1gFat: 44.2gSaturated Fat: 11.9gCholesterol: 121.9mgSodium: 212.6mgPotassium: 121.9mgFiber: 0.8gSugar: 0.5gVitamin A: 928.1IUVitamin C: 5.8mgCalcium: 108.2mgIron: 1.3mg
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