Flank Steak Marinated in Red Wine & Soy

This weekend, overcome with a craving for red meat (which, for those who know me, often happens when I'm particularly stressed out, and seeing as I am in the process of filling out twenty-something secondary applications for medical school, no one was particularly surprised by this), I decided to try a new recipe for flank steak marinated in red wine and soy. To get the most flavor out of it, I let the steak marinate overnight, but as long as you let it sit for at least 4 hours you'll be good to go. The steak is spicy and sweet, and the marinade forms an almost sticky, carmelized glaze on the outside. I reduced the remaining marinade to use as an additional sauce, but it isn't necessary considering the fantastic flavor from the marinade alone. I made a lot hoping to wind up with some leftovers but, sadly, my family and I ate every last piece. Had any of it survived, it would have been delicious tossed into a salad. My recommendation, if you do have leftovers: crisp butter lettuce, flank-steak, grated cheese, sunflower seeds, and a light balsamic viniagrette. Great summery lunch. Enjoy!

Ingredients:

1 (2 to 3 lb) flank steak

1/2 cup red wine

1/2 cup soy sauce (low sodium if you prefer)

2 tablespoons Emeril's Creole Seasoning:

- 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika

- 2 tablespoons salt (omit for low sodium)

- 2 tablespoons garlic powder

- 1 tablespoon black pepper

- 1 tablespoon onion powder

- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

- 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano

- 1 tablespoon dried thyme

2 tablespoons minced garlic

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

2 tablespoons minced garlic

2 tablespoons brown sugar

1 tablespoon tomato paste

1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Directions:

Combine all ingredients for marinade into a large pan

Add flank steak and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight is best)

Grill flank steak for desired doneness

*For extra sauce, double recipe for marinade and reserve half. While steak is grilling, simmer reserved marinade over medium-low heat until reduced

Serves 4