I love the wonderful contrast between the citrus marinade sweetness and the strong blue cheese butter tang. And my kids just love the flank steak!
—GWEN WEDEL AUGUSTA, MI
PREP: 15 MIN. + MARINATING • GRILL: 15 MIN. • MAKES: 8 SERVINGS
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup honey
1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 beef flank steak (2 pounds)
BLUE CHEESE BUTTER
3/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
3 tablespoons butter, softened
1 green onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
1. In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the first five ingredients. Add steak; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate 2-4 hours.
2. Drain beef, discarding marinade. Grill steak, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 6-8 minutes on each side or until meat reaches desired doneness (for medium-rare, a thermometer should read 145°; medium, 160°; well-done, 170°). Let steak stand 5 minutes before thinly slicing across the grain.
3. In a small bowl, beat blue cheese butter ingredients until blended. Serve steak with butter.