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Barbecued Beef Flank Steak “Parisienne”

Yields1 ServingPrep Time20 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time35 mins

This easy open-face beef sandwich recipe is a variation of the French classic baguette à l’échalottes.

 1 cup (250 mL) red wine
 1 shallot, minced
 2 garlic cloves, crushed
 1 sprig of fresh thyme (or ½ tsp/2 mL dried)
 1 bay leaf
 Salt and fresh ground pepper to taste
 1 ½ lb (750 mL) Flank Marinating Steak
 2 French baguettes (14 inches/35 cm long), cut in half lengthwise
 ½ cup (125 mL) Dijon mustard
 4 oz (115 g) Brie cheese, thinly sliced
 ¼ cup (50 mL) broken walnut pieces, optional
1

To prepare marinade: Combine red wine, shallot, garlic, thyme, bay leaf, salt and pepper in large resealable freezer bag. Pierce steak numerous times with fork. Add steak to bag; seal tightly and refrigerate for 12 hours.

2

Remove steak from bag and reserve marinade. Pat steak dry; place on preheated greased grill and sear on both sides. Reduce heat to medium; close lid and cook steak, for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning at least twice for medium-rare doneness 145°F (63°C). Remove steak from heat; let sit for 10 minutes. Meanwhile, bring reserved marinade to a full boil for 1 minute; discard thyme sprig and bay leaf. For optimum tenderness, slice steak as thinly as possible, on a 45-degree angle to the cutting board.

3

To make sandwiches, cut baguette halves in half and spread with mustard, top with sliced steak and cheese. Grill baguettes just until cheese melts. Sprinkle with walnut pieces, if desired. Serve immediately with heated marinade and grilled tomatoes and pommes frites, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

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Serving size

8 Servings

Amount per serving
Calories411
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g18%
Total Carbohydrate 38g14%
Protein 30g

* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.