Red Wine Herb-Marinated Beef Steak

Beef steaks, marinated in a garlic, fresh thyme and red wine marinade, are pan-grilled to perfection.

Recipe Ingredients:

2 beef bottom round (western griller) steaks, cut 1-inch thick (12 to 16-ounces each)

Marinade:
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme or 1 teaspoon dried thyme leaves, crushed
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper

Cooking Directions:

1. Combine marinade ingredients in small bowl. Place beef steaks and marinade in food-safe plastic bag; turn steak to coat. Close bag securely and marinate in refrigerator 6 hours or as long as overnight, turning occasionally.
2. Heat large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Remove steaks from marinade; discard marinade. Place steaks in skillet; cook 16 to 17 minutes for medium rare doneness, turning twice. (Do not overcook.) Carve steaks into thin slices.

Makes 4 servings.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of the Beef Industry Council.