Steak with Mushrooms

about the recipe

Steak and Mushrooms will never go out of style! This dish has such a luxurious feel, making it perfect for entertaining. It works well with a side of crockpot mashed potatoes, bread machine dinner rolls, or a simple green salad with some peppery arugula. Leftovers - if you have any - are fabulous in a wrap or bowl with blue cheese.

INGREDIENTS

Steak – 2 cups red wine – 4 sprigs fresh thyme – 1 teaspoon minced garlic – 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes – Salt and pepper to taste – 16 ounces steak Mushrooms – ½ large onion diced or 1 medium – 8 ounces mushrooms sliced – Salt and Pepper to taste – ¼ cup white wine

– Place the red cooking wine, thyme, garlic, crushed red pepper, salt, and pepper in a small saucepan over high heat.

– Bring to a simmer and then reduce the heat to medium. – Cook for 10 minutes, or until the mixture has reduced by more than half.

– Cool completely and remove the thyme sprigs. Allow to cool. – Place the steak in a shallow dish or large zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over and marinate for four hours, or overnight.

– Preheat the grill or grill pan to high heat. Brush with oil. – Remove steak from marinade and discard the marinade. – Grill to desired doneness. (See above for temperatures.) – Rest for 10 minutes.

– Meanwhile, spray a large skillet well will oil and heat to medium-high heat. – Add onion, and cook for 4 minutes, until it starts to soften. – Add the mushrooms and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden brown.

– Add cooking wine, and cook for 2 more minutes, or until the pan is dry. – Remove from the pan, and tent to keep warm.