One of my favorite magazines has to be Real Simple. One of the first recipes I decided to try was the Steak With Potato and Blue Cheese Salad I made it for Carlos' and I anniversary dinner. It is one of my absolute favorite recipes and I wanted to share it with you.
Ingredients- 1 pound small red potatoes (about 12)
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 small steaks (such as Newport, flat iron, or top round; 1 1/2 pounds total)
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese (about 1 ounce)
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 small head Boston lettuce, torn (about 4 cups)
Directions
- Place the potatoes in a large pot and add cold water to cover. Bring to a boil and add 2 teaspoons salt.
- Reduce heat and simmer until tender, 14 to 16 minutes. Drain, run under cold water to cool, and using a fork or your fingers, break the potatoes in half.
- Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon of the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season the steaks with 1 teaspoon salt and ¾ teaspoon pepper.
- Cook steaks to the desired doneness, 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the blue cheese, vinegar, remaining ¼ cup oil, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper.
- Add the potatoes and lettuce and toss to coat. Serve with the steaks.
By
Kate Merker, Real Simple Magazine
March, 2010
I paired this with their Black Bean Soup With Roasted Jalapeño Salsa!
Enjoy!
XO,
