Tampa Bay Times

Weekday dinner inspiration: Marinated Flank Steak and more By Janet K. Keeler, Times Food and Travel Editor
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You’ll love this flavorful Marinated Flank Steak (recipe below) which can be broiled or grilled and serves enough for a party. Sauteed onion slices, quartered red potatoes with butter and fresh parsley and ice-cold Caesar salad make this a memorable Friday night feast.

Marinated Flank Steak

2 flank steaks (2 pounds each) Serves 8 to 10.

For the marinade:

2 cups dry red wine such as a cabernet sauvignon
6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 cup chopped onion
6 cloves garlic, chopped
5 tablespoons sea salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
4 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme
5 bay leaves

Combine the marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Place each flank steak in its own zip-top plastic bag and divide the marinade between the bags. Seal the bags, swirl marinade around to coat the meat, and let marinate at room temperature for 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.

When ready to cook, remove the steaks from the marinade. Broil the steaks for about 5 minutes per side or grill them on medium heat for 5 minutes per side for medium rate.

Slice the meat on the diagonal and serve.