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August 8, 2011
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Strip Steaks Provencale

Beef On The Stove Top
Prep time:
5 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes

The special pungent flavor of capers can come at a premium price in gourmet markets. Instead, look for capers at the supermarket. The cost will be lower and the quality and taste are the same.

The special pungent flavor of capers can come at a premium price in gourmet markets. Instead, look for capers at the supermarket. The cost will be lower and the quality and taste are the same.

Ingredients

Serves 4 

  • 4 strip or top loin steaks (6 to 8 ounces each)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 cup black olives
  • 1 cup pimiento-stuffed green olives
  • 1 tablespoon capers with liquid
  • 1 cup chopped tomato
Directions
  1. 1

    Sprinkle steaks with salt and pepper. Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat; add steaks.

  2. 2

    Cook steaks for about 5 minutes on each side for medium.

  3. 3

    Meanwhile, coarsely chop the olives and capers. Place in a medium bowl. Add tomatoes; stir to combine.

  4. 4

    Place steaks on a serving dish. Top each steak with vegetable mixture.

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Use a ribbed, cast-iron grill pan to sear the steaks more quickly and create attractive grill marks.

Great Pairings

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